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Antakya Restaurant

4.3 (177 reviews)
ModerateTurkish, Seafood, Barbeque
Open 10:45 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Lamb chop with berley
Arif R.

We ordered first lamb chop it was salty Meat kebab was very bad taste Juice was good Service was average Environment was not bad

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Kay A.

This restaurant is located in the tourist area Sultanahmet so the price is a bit higher. We tried many different dishes such as the pide, Adana kebab, iskender kebab, hatay kebab, steak, lamb and even chicken fettuccine alfredo. The staff is friendly and service is quick. They serve complimentary puffed up pita with yogurt (or you can ask for butter). There is one bathroom. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Overall food is good. Some of it lacked salt.

Steam puffed flat bread with yogurt dipping
Simon D.

In Istanbul for a photo gig, I came by this spot because of the reviews and it's close to my hotel. A man, I assume was the owner, Valentin, pointed out a few dishes, but indicated that the stewed Lamb (photo) was great. My grandfather was a Mexican cowboy, he made a flatbread called "pan del Campo" that was similar, he also butchered lamb and prepared a dish that was similar. I have to say, this is definitely the best meal I've had all year, maybe it reminded me of my abuelo, but I guess sometimes the best meals are nostalgic. Definitely recommend, will be back again on this trip!

Donna B.

Your meal brought to the table in full flames. Cool !! I stumbled on this southern Turkey cuisine restaurant walking from the Grand Bazaar. Just off the main street Yeniceriler Cd. I'm always in search of unique local flavors, Antakya does not disappoint. There's inside, but why. The weather is great and so are the sites around, grab a table on the front sidewalk. Parking is an issue. But on vacation I walk almost everywhere. Specifically look for the page with the Antakya cuisine. The other dishes are all over the city, but these are truly unique. Granted we ordered way too much for two people but we couldn't decide. First an entire chicken (thank goodness he was kinda small) was stuffed with a flavorful rice and herb mixture, then encased in salt. Assuming it is baked. When the Tuzda Tavuk is brought to the table, it is in full flames. The waiter, with fireproof mitts, cracks the thick salt layer to hatch the juicy tender chicken. Our other choice was Testi Kababi, a clay pot of vegetables- onions, red and green peppers, and mushrooms; and lamb. My impression- think Turkish fajitas. The mixture bakes in a red clay pot and when perfectly tender the pot in full flames is brought to the table. The waiter takes care to knock off the ashes and carefully cracks the pot's seal. Then pours the contents into a sizzling hot cast iron bowl on the table. A large bowl of fresh hot pita bread was served for both dishes. This was enough food for 4-5 people, but so worth it. Our waiter was simply fabulous. His personality and service top notch. He even left us a small sample of baklava to try with our check. PS - be careful when asking for the check. Sometimes it's misunderstood for hot tea. Ask for the bill. I would absolutely return here again.

Jake B.

Hello...American in Istanbul here traveling for work. I stumbled across this place after visiting the Grand Bazaar and I am so happy I did. Easily one of the best meals I've ever had!! And the people were super kind. I'll come back here next time I'm in Istanbul for sure.

Aroba H.

Walked into this Resturant after flying into Istanbul. We were greeted by a courteous server who explained the menu to us. We started the meal with a complimentary bread plate. The large crusty flatbread was steaming fresh from the over. It was covered in toasted sesame. A great start to an awesome meal. I had a mixed kabob plate plate which had a mince meat kabob, lamb kabob, and chicken kabob. It was on a bed of fried bread topped with a creamy Laban. One of the best Turkish meals I've ever had. My husband had the Adana which was also very well spiced. The complementary apple tea is a must try!! Delicious!!!

Herschel C.

The food at this place was amazing! We're so glad that we took the short walk to it. Always trust a Yelp Review! I felt bad for the guy across the street because everyone would always walk up and come here. Great food and presentation!

Fresh hot puffed sesame flat bread with dips

Excellent menu and unmatched service! We had just landed in Istanbul for the first time and stopped in for a snack. We quickly wished for larger appetite. Oscar made a number of very helpful recommendations. We then did an override and picked a few familiar and lighter options- green salad, hummus, and cheese pita. Oscar then brought out a complementary bread basket, which included a steaming hot puffed sesame pita straight from the oven, accompanied by a spicy red sauce and rich yogurt dip - delish! The food arrived at the table very quickly. Everything was delicious. As we ate, we watched the stream of impeccably plated dishes delivered to other lucky diners. The lamb casserole in particular smelled amazing! By the end of our light meal, we were envious of the other diners, but stuffed. Oscar insisted that we try the local baklava and us a piece. It is fabulous! Not too rich or sweet, so the flavors of the nut filling really pop. Of course we did manage to save room for the apple tea mentioned in so many reviews. It is wonderful, particularly on a cool day. Overall, it is clear that management of this restaurant is more interested in creating a happy customer than turning a quick tourist dollar. Don't let the location fool you. This Turkish restaurant is top notch. Their chef and waitstaff are committed to a perfect dining experience.

My dinner
Ian R.

The food was amazing in the service was excellent. The restaurant is very cozy and we thoroughly enjoyed our evening.

Fiana L.

2nd day in Istanbul we decided to try some transitional Turkish dishes, and yelp brought us here... The food is very fresh and yummy! The chicken in salt definitely a treat to the eyes and stomach The grill whole sea bass very fresh and cooked just right!! The hosts here are so friendly and nice. Especially the "31" years old single host Valentine!!! Free dessert on the house too

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Grape leaves are amazing -- truly some of the best I've had. Very kind and attentive staff

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One of the few places I hit every time I'm in the Old City. Grab a seat outside and try anything on the menu. It's all fantastic!

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We Stopped by on the way to the grand bazaar. The food was good though not spectacular and staff attentive and friendly.

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Great food and service and location! Would definitely recommend, and not too far from main attractions in the old town.

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We had the pita bread, hummus and the Hatay Kebab. The service was great, the bathroom was clean and the food was amazing!

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The lamb casserole and kofte were delicious - best lamb dishes we had in all of Greece and Turkey.

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Zübeyir Ocakbaşı - Grilled garluc, onions and pepper paste

Zübeyir Ocakbaşı

4.2(94 reviews)
3.3 kmŞehit Muhtar Mh., Şehit Muhtar, Hüseyinağa, Beyoğlu
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Istanbul was love not just because of the history and architecture but most importantly for its…read morefood. The sweets and savory both are on point. You can actually go to a hole in the wall and get the best kababs or baklava or halwas every eatery is a sheer joy. So this is one of the best places for a kababfest all over Yelp, YouTube influencers backing that and also the most recommended place on internet based reviews. We chose a non busy time it wasn't that packed. This restaurant is not compact but definitely crowded in the sense that tables are very close to one another. The staff is extremely polite, helpful and friendly. We ordered a little bit of everything including liver. Each item was bursting of flavor and the meat used was top notch quality. Price point isn't bad. Do google the menu with pricing and these change quite often in places like Turkey which is a tourist hub. We paid with credit card no issues. The food came out piping hot and within reasonable grilling time. Definitely recommend this place it's a haven for meat lovers I can't wait to go back this is a solid 5 on 5 for me.

Extremely terrible experience. The following behaviors of this restaurant made us feel that they…read moretreat customers differently, discriminate against us, and engage in forced consumption: The staff were slack in their work; we called them several times, but they pretended not to hear us. They brought the wrong dishes. We ordered one lamb and one kebab, but the first time they served two lamb dishes. After another staff member scolded the server, the server still giggled and didn't take it seriously. They did not serve us pre-meal bread. When we asked, the staff said it was because we didn't order a salad. However, other customers who also didn't order salad were served bread. Moreover, during the rest of our trip, all the restaurants we visited provided free pre-meal bread. The worst part! When we paid the bill and refused to pay the service charge for the above reasons, the staff forced a 10% service charge without our consent. This is forced consumption!!! We should have turned to the local law enforcement authorities, but doing so would have ruined our entire trip -- and that is exactly why they acted so blatantly. I believe that in any modern country, such behavior is against the law!!! We had a wonderful trip in Turkey, but actions like this disgrace your country!!!

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Zübeyir Ocakbaşı - Fresh baked Turkish bread

Fresh baked Turkish bread

Zübeyir Ocakbaşı - A truly great and fun evening, tons of delicious food.

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A truly great and fun evening, tons of delicious food.

Kapı Karaköy - Shish kebab with peppers, onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. A nice red wine to go with it.

Kapı Karaköy

4.4(8 reviews)
2.0 kmKemankeş Karamustafa Paşa Mh., Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa
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We came here for dinner in our second night in Turkey, and thoroughly enjoyed it... we loved the…read morekunefe the most, and it was our favourite out of all the ones we had in Istanbul! The ambiance here is beautiful - hidden in a small alley on a road beside the Galata Tower, there are lights and music that fill up the narrow path here. Outside seating is super quaint, and the inside of the restaurant is nice too, decorated in a very traditional way. We started off with a shepherds salad because I was in desperate need of fibre after two days of straight protein and carbs . It was a simple Mediterranean style salad, with tomato, onions, cucumbers, and parsley. We then shared a chicken shish and, heavily influenced by the meal we had at Antiochia the day prior, a kebab durum. The durum was good - crispy and meaty - but I think we had the best at Antiochia. It lacked a bit of juice. The chicken shish was delicious though; it was tender, moist, and flavourful. The real star, however, was the kunefe. This dessert was by far the best of its kind we've had in Istanbul! It wasn't too sweet, the inside was creamy (and more mild than some other variations we tried), but it was the clotted cream on top and the pistachio crumble that elevated this to another level. The cream made the dish super buttery and fragrant, adding complexity. Would definitely come again just for the kunefe!

Good and personable service. Medieval decor created a beautiful and unusual atmosphere. The shish…read morekebab was stellar.

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Kapı Karaköy - The spread

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Kapı Karaköy - Dining area.

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Dining area.

Ali Ocakbaşı - Main course.

Ali Ocakbaşı

4.0(7 reviews)
3.4 kmGümüşsuyu, Gümüşsuyu Mh., Beşiktaş
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We were visiting from out of the country and this restaurant came highly recommended by someone…read moreattending the same conference as us. We checked the reviews and were excited--it looked like it was going to be an amazing experience. And at first, it was! We were seated on the patio with a great view, and the atmosphere seemed lovely. However, things quickly went downhill. There was a very large party inside--maybe 30+ people taking up the entire dining room--and it felt like the patio got forgotten. The bigger issue came from the table next to us, which had apparently become the designated **smoking area**. At first, I thought it was just staff taking a break, but then around **8 more people came out to smoke** right next to our table. The smoking itself wasn't the worst part--it's outside, and I get that--but they were all crowding around our table, standing with their backs literally **inches from our food**. It felt extremely rude and disruptive, and unfortunately, the staff couldn't do anything about it since there were no other tables available. To be fair, our server was **fantastic**--you could tell he was uncomfortable too, especially since the smokers had taken over what looked like his service station. He did his best under tough circumstances, and we appreciated that. Maybe we just caught it on a bad night, but I'd say if you're sensitive to smoke or looking for a more peaceful experience, **avoid the patio**.

January 2/2024: Our final meal in Istanbul with my Al…read more This was a very nice restaurant. The service was fast & polite with no issues. The view from the seating area was FANTASTIC. The food taste was delicious but they lost a star because the small size of the entree. This is a very authentic do over if you're in the area.

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Ali Ocakbaşı - Seating area.

Seating area.

Ali Ocakbaşı - Appetizers arrangement.

Appetizers arrangement.

Ali Ocakbaşı - Patio view of Istanbul.

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Patio view of Istanbul.

Roof Mezze 360 - Mezze plate and meat platter

Roof Mezze 360

4.9(59 reviews)
0.9 kmHobyar, Hoca Paşa Mh.

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!

Beautiful views, nice restaurant, huge menu. Had some really good mezze and shared the turkish…read moreravioli that we hadn't seen elsewhere and were like dim sum. The views, food, and service make for an unforgettable experience.

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Roof Mezze 360 - Complimentary tea to end the meal

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Complimentary tea to end the meal

Antakya Restaurant - turkish - Updated May 2026

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