Where to Eat in Istanbul, What to Eat in Istanbul

There are many alternatives to dinner in Istanbul, one of the largest metropolises in the world, where many different cultures live together. You can take into consideration the suggestions of what to eat in Istanbul from the regional Anatolian flavors and the distinguished examples of the world cuisine.

We have researched where you can find the best of these flavors.

When you come to Istanbul, you should taste these;

Kebap
Döner
Bursa İskender
Lahmacun
Kuru Fasulye
Kumpir
İşkembe Çorbası
Kokoreç
Baklava

Where is the best kebab in Istanbul?

There is always a place in your stomach for a good Kebab. If a local person does not eat kebab for a week, he starts to miss.

Hamdi Restoran

Eating kebab on one hand and sitting on both the Galata, Bosphorus and Sultanahmet sights are much more luxurious than going to Paris for breakfast. Hamdi (also known as Hamo), which serves in Eminönü with 17 different varieties of kebabs, makes this luxury easy. The kebab with peanuts is also very good.

Address: Tahmis Caddesi Kalçın Sokak No: 17 Eminonu / Istanbul

Where is the best lahmacun in Istanbul?

Often wrongfully referred to as a ‘Turkish pizza’, lahmacun has nothing to do with the Italian classic. A thin and crispy round of dough is topped with minced seasoned meat, which is complimented with a squeeze of lemon and parsley before it’s rolled up and ready to eat.

Borsam Taşfırın

A place with mysteries within itself Borsam Taşfırın. When you order, there comes a very tasty lahmacun in front of you.

Address: Rıhtım Caddesi Reşit Efendi Sokak No: /A Kadıköy / Istanbul

Where is the best doner in Istanbul?

This buffet is one of the best representatives of Turkish fast food. When you go to Istanbul, it is a must to taste.

Sedef Döner located at walking distance to the Sultanahmet square.

Address: Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No: 21 / A Sultanahmet / Fatih / Istanbul

Where is the best Bursa Iskender in Istanbul?

Iskender kebab is one kind that you must never miss. Named after its inventor, Iskender Efendi of Bursa, iskender kebab is basically lamb kebab lovingly smothered with tomato sauce, topped with warm sheep butter, and finished off with a side of yogurt.

Şavak Usta – Aksaray

You should eat this taste of Şavak Usta restaurant where you can eat the delicious kebab varieties and iskender kebab.

Address: Sofular Cd. No: 58, Aksaray / Istanbul

Below are the food recommendations that every tourist must visit to Istanbul. Do not go without taste these iconic taste before your vacation ends.

Sultanahmet Köftesi: You should definitely try the historical Sultanahmet Köftecis, next to the Sultanahmet tram stop.
Ali Baba Kuru Fasulye: In the main menu of Kuru Fasulye (dry beans), Ali Baba, you should definitely try Kuru Fasulye (dry beans), cacik, rice and pickles. All the dishes are really delicious, as are the rettaurant which is served in many turkish cuisine dishes. Price is suitable. It is located opposite the Süleymaniye Mosque behind the Beyazit Square.
The other proposal is the Hatay Medeniyet Sofrası at walking distance to Taksim Square; you can find all kinds of meat dishes that really turn into a full feast of meat.
Baklava: Karaköy Güllüoğlu, the first baked baklava shop in Istanbul, has been hosting its guests in Karaköy since it opened. Beside the baklava, they are also very successful in the şöbiyet, burma, kadayıf and the milk. It is located in Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa Quarter, Rıhtım Street, Storey Car Park Under, No 4, Karaköy

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