Istanbul Restoran
Browse independent restaurants in Istanbul, from Bosphorus seafood and Beyoğlu meyhanes to Kadıköy lokantas. Compare local options and find where to eat.
Restaurants in Istanbul: Where to Eat Across the City
Istanbul's dining scene stretches across two continents, from meyhanes in Beyoğlu and seafood spots along the Bosphorus to neighborhood lokantas in Kadıköy and Üsküdar. Whether you want a long meze table, a quick kebab or a classic Turkish breakfast, this page helps you browse independent restaurants by area and style.
- Explore dining on both the European and Asian sides of the city
- Find everything from traditional Turkish cooking to international cuisine
- Compare independent local restaurants before choosing where to eat
How do I choose a restaurant in Istanbul?
Start with the neighborhood you will be in, since Istanbul is large and traffic can be slow. Then decide on the style you want, such as a meyhane, a seafood restaurant, a kebab house or a casual lokanta, and compare the independent listings on this page to find a good fit.
