The team behind the Otto restaurants has launched a new venue called Bloom. Located between the Ulus and Ortaköy neighborhoods, Bloom is a funky new restaurant/bar housed in the Lotus development. The menu features Italian, Mediterranean, and Turkish cuisines, with a wood-burning oven that allows Bloom to turn out tasty, thin-crust pizzas.

The menu also features pastas, burgers, salads, and light options, as well as a range of classic and exotic cocktails, while a special brunch menu is available on Sundays. Smokers will be happy to note that there is also a large terrace, with plenty of outdoor seating available. Bloom has the same cool vibe and colorful décor at its sister establishments, which makes it a great option for those who don’t want to travel to Beyoğlu, making this a very welcome addition to the area’s dining and nightlife scene.