My husband and I stayed here for our wedding night and had our pre-wedding dinner in the beautiful…read moregarden by the historic mulberry tree. The food was phenomenal and the room came with a complementary Turkish breakfast which is everything you could want and more. We loved the attention to detail in the beautiful restored bedrooms. We also loved the close walking distance to the sea and city center. The hosts Hüseyin and Saliha were so warm and accommodating, we felt truly at home. We will definitely be back.

I love diner kebap. I've had 3 at different places and this was best. I asked to not salt it it…read more Plenty for two

A MUST TRY. As an American, I have been SO impressed with food here in Turkey and if you are in the…read morearea, this restaurant is an absolute MUST-TRY if you're looking for great food. I had some of THEE BEST chicken kebab I've ever had in this country here. The beef kebab was also tender and flavorful. You cannot go wrong with any of these! The service was quick and prompt, and the servers were great at making recommendations. I came here in the winter so we sat indoors which felt a bit cramped however, there is also outdoor seating during the nicer weather months. If I'm ever back here in Istanbul, I would definitely come back. And if you're reading this, you NEED to try the Old Ottoman!

I LOVE this spot. The views, the food, the service, the music .. I love it!…read more This is where I was first introduced to adjika, a tasty pepper sauce that is served with their table bread, which is also delicious. I had to grab some at a local market. I highly recommend the chicken kabobs, juicy and well seasoned. Also enjoyed the margaritas, stiff and not overly sweet. Staff is pleasant and attentive. The views are unmatched in the evening. Make your reservation in advance to secure your sunset table. The inside is nice and classy but I simply adore the open air views from the roof. The birds really set off the skyline and you can see several of the mosques around. Not SUPER expensive but it is in the higher end price wise compared to their surrounding competition -- 100% worth it in my book. I will definitely go again on my next visit. Glad I could introduce it to a friend this go round. The only thing I disliked about this place is the "dining dome" as I called it. A portion of the roof now offers seating in a large plastic dome. The dome is scratched up and obstructs the view of the city but does protect diners from the wind. I was not a fan of this dome. I'm sure it's something someone saw on the internet and implemented .. I hope they get rid of it, it's super unnecessary. Otherwise -- LOVE!

Very interesting experience in İstanbul. Appetizers menu has a big variety. Good place to go with…read morelarge group of friends.

Walking around Istanbul and needing an authentic dinner place....i, of course, turned to yelp for…read morehelp! Found this place close by with ravishing reviews, so why not. Get there and easily seated. Small place but people were constantly going in and out and place was buzzing with tourist and locals alike. Menu properly labelled with prices so not a tourist trap. Sat down and ordered the lamb chops and the Adana kebabs (minced meat). Both dishes outstanding. The lamb chops were the best I've ever had. Grilled just right to perfection. Seasoned well with Turkish spices and meat was juicy. The kebabs were the same. Juicy and succulent and perfectly seasoned. Came with complimentary lavash and spicy hummus dip and some pickled veggies. Service quick and portion sizes just right. When in Istanbul, a must try for sure. Cheers! Happy eating!

I was going to try the turkey lamb chop. So I pick a restaurant close to grand plaza. It was close…read moreto the tram station. There are four chops in the set. The chop was pan fried to almost well. I am guessing they don't ask about the temperature. Overall the food is good. The meat here is a bit tougher than the United State. They are likely seasoned. The meal comes with grilled pepper, tomato and turkey blow bread.

Although Faros Kebap isn't as authentic as other restaurants within the area, the food here was…read moredelicious! Coming from a vegetarian, I was appreciative of the fact that they had so many options for me - I really enjoyed the hummus, falafel, fries and pide. Had a super filling meal for quite the reasonable price.

Really descent food with lots of options. Portions were on par and didn't leave still hungry or…read moreoverly full. Beer was super cold !!

This 6-month-old cafe is one of the best places to eat and have some beverages with your friends…read more First of all, the location of the cafe is very good. It is called "cafe roof" because you can find it on the rooftop of a buildng that is located opposite to famous Ulu Cami/mosque. Even if it is forbidden to put signs for the shops on that street, you can still easily find it. Cross the street from Ulu Cami and keep walking from the left. You will see its name written on a lighted up sign. It is also written on the sidewalk in front of the entrance. There is no elevator at the building but it is worth to climb all those steps. Menu of the cafe is quite good. It has plenty of options. Not only beverages but also something to eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner too. Prices are reasonable for a nice cafe with a good view. Unfortunately, they do not serve alcoholic drinks because of the rules in that area. Atmosphere of the cafe is also nice. Usually, people between 15-35 hang out here. It is better to come here with a group of friends and play Jenga, monopoly, taboo etc

We had a variety of different foods. They were all very delicious. You can get good pizza, good…read moreTurkish food, good fish. Also, the service was great. The staff was really friendly.

It was great! This is my second time here and still yummy food and everything! The atmosphere was…read moreawesome, service is still good! The rice pudding was nice and so was the kannafeh. The turkish coffee and çai were also yummy. Kadi was also very nice.

Great place, the stuff were super nice and can speak English…read more I had the mix grill which is bread topped with yogurt and covered with Döner, and on the side multiple pieces of kuffta, all that flavors are absorber by the bread at the bottom. If you decide to visit this place don't forget to have a traditional cyie "tea" after the meal I will make a different Note: it's expensive restaurant you will pay 5 times more for that kind of meal but worth it if you are near it.

Had a 6 hour layover and took a cab to try this restaurant and it did not disappoint. The food was…read moreso good, we almost missed our flight (not kidding). The restaurant is beautiful, especially the surrounding garden situated outside. The service was spectacular. Order the mixed platter. Really enjoyed the lamb beyti, perfectly seasoned and cooked. Their Knafeh was deliciously satisfying. My only mistake was ordering the mixed platter because it was too much meat for me, but I ended up finishing most of it. They give you pickles which helps you cleanse your palate.

I had a 20+ hr layover in Turkey and I didn't want to be stuck in the airport the whole time, so I…read morefound this place on Yelp to hit up for dinner. I took an uber ride from the airport to this place, and it was pretty close and it what looks like a nice area. They also have a private parking lot which is monitored by a guard. The main reason why I chose to come here was because it had a water view. It was sunset by the time I came here, and it was dark when dinner came, but the experience was still cool. The place has two different sections, the café or restaurant. I dined in the restaurant and it had a nice, intimate vibe, which is great for celebrations or a date-night with huge glass windows setting the tone of the place. Not knowing any Turkish, the service staff was very patient and can make out what I was trying to communicate. The menu was on an iPad and had English translation, whew! I ordered a beef entrée and it was outstanding! It was served on a cutting board along with rice, grilled veggies, and french fries. I love how they grilled the meat and veggies, it had the right kind of char and was nicely flavored. If I make my way to Istanbul again, I would make it a point to come here during the day to dine in their outdoor patio overlooking the water.

Great Restaurant best food in Turkey. It is inside the Hilton Conrad hotel, the waiter Fatih was,…read moresuper friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. It was a pleasant experience. Thank you Fatih.

This is the place to go to if you're interested in trying a modern take on Turkish cuisine!…read more Great view of Bosphorous with delicious food and cocktails. The octopus was tender and cooked perfectly. The veggies were fresh and flavorful. Service was warm and friendly. It is a little on the pricier side but totally worth it!

We paid ~$85pp for this place! Overall, it's a beautiful ambiance since we were seated on the…read morerooftop and got to witness the sunset and fireworks. I didn't think the food was all-that to be quite frank. I ended up liking the drinks more than the food. Additionally, we asked the waiter for a birthday surprise for our friend, and they ended up auto-choosing the dessert without asking us and charging us as well without checking in.