Restaurants, Cafes, & Bars

End your year in the finest way: New Year’s Eve special in Istanbul

If you are looking for a feast, a party, or luxurious accommodation to celebrate the New Year, here is the list of Istanbul’s hotels and restaurants making special offers. Five-star…

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Dine in style: eating and drinking in Nişantaşı

With its many international luxury brands and Turkish designer boutiques, Nişantaşı is Istanbul’s most exclusive neighborhood. To complete your high-end shopping trip, and top up your energy, take a break…

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How to eat like the Ottomans today

Ottoman fine dining is a fantastic and delicate melange of flavors drawing influence from Levantine, Turkic, Persian, and European roots. Check out the The Guide Istanbul’s top suggestions for where…

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Exotic tastes: foreign cuisine restaurants in Istanbul

While Turkish food has always dominated Istanbul’s culinary scene, there are also some remarkable restaurants serving foreign cuisine that add distinct flavors. Shang Palace As the signature restaurant of Shangri-La…

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Kadıköy food tour: eating on the Asian side

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Istanbul’s top fish restaurants

While some fish restaurants in Istanbul stick to what they know best and master one dish, others let their imagination go wild—taking on various culinary experiments. To mark the beginning…

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Top 7 Turkish breakfast places in Istanbul and must-try dishes

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A taste of home: ethnic cuisines in Istanbul

Photos by Elif Savari Kızıl In its endless labyrinth of winding streets, Istanbul offers a world of opportunity, whether you prefer to blend in or stand out. It has long…

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