Had early dinner meal,had mixed grill and wraps,the chicken is really good ,lamb not…read morerecommended,the kefta is so,so and tiny.the garlic sauce is not good-just a hint of garlic. Hummus is okay,tabbouleh is good. Yogurt mint drink is good. Lemonade mint-will not order again. Area is clean,staffs were fast that one waiter asked at the end if we were done eating and grabbed our plates at the same time while my husband is finishing the hummus and meat. We were surprised and just laughed it off. I will only comeback for grilled chicken and yoghurt drink.

I ordered the plate that had chicken pulled off the skewer, 3 falafel patties, humus, tahini,…read moretabbouleh salad, pickles and pita bread. The chicken was perfectly cooked, with good flavor. Although the falafel patties were not as hot as I like them, they were still amazing. I'm not a fan of tabbouleh salad, so I can't really give an opinion on whether it was good. Given the quality of everything else, I'm guessing it was good. I did eat some of it. The people serving were very kind.

amazing restaurant, beautiful view, helpful staff, and delicious food. I ordered grilled octopus,…read morewhich was amazing. It was a mix mixture of Greek culinary with Turkish spices. The Greek salad was fabulous and of course I ordered a whole Seabass grilled which they were kind enough to give me half portion because I was by myself and they charged me for half meal. I absolutely recommend this place and remember you're going there for a beautiful view of the city.

Good, not great. The waiter seemed put off by us, not very helpful when we asked for suggestions…read more The shrimp we ordered was served on a hot skillet which continued to cook the shrimp so by the time we ate it, it was overcooked. The crab appetizer was very good. The salad was filled with parsley that overpowered the whole salad. Also be prepared for smoke filled rooms. Only about five smokers but they were non stop and made dinner uncomfortable. The positive was the beautiful view!

This was a great first vacation meal! We got hummus, grape…read moreleaves, an alexander kabob, a raki and a small bottled water. The Alexander kabob was fantastic! The sauce, bread and curd made a brilliant combo and there was also a slice of potato a chili and a tomato. This is the first time I have ever felt like yogurt added anything to a dish. It was so good. The raki was awesome. The waiter insisted I add some water to it and he definitely knew best, it was sharp. And then it turned white! It is an anise liquor, like a jaegermeister, and I was glad I tried it. We ate in the semi outside seating which is always such a highlight in Istanbul. Great ambience and the wait staff and host were really welcoming. They gave us complimentary tea and baklava when we asked for the check and that was also lovely.

The accommodations were wonderful, the service was excellent, and they did everything they could to…read moremake our night incredible. Everything was delicious, and the show was spectacular. Congratulations to the whole team! Cozatmosphere, with pleasant music. Everything was very clean.

Wonderful authentic Turkish food from Antakya. Service was also solid, English speaking and good…read morewith talking through my girlfriend's allergies. We got the mezze plate with 8 different mezzes---the spicy yogurt was our favorite and it's very spicy. The bread they use is excellent, has some red spice on it that we all loved. For dinner got the lamb shish which was excellent, and the pera antakia kebab which was also very good. All around great, highly recommend

One of the absolute best we had it Istanbul. My husband and I did a couple Michelin restaurants in…read moreIstanbul including Turk Fatih Tutak and Sankai but I must say Pera Antakya was certainly our top pick in its category even next to our Michelin experiences. It was our most memorable experience given the food was just so authentic and good. We were pleasantly surprised because I had found Pera Antakya in my research when planning our trip and it was first on our list to try, we then discovered when we arrived at our hotel (The Westist) on our first night that Pera Antakya was right next door. We were shocked/surprised/thrilled all at the same time. As such, we had dinner here the first night we arrived in Istanbul and was blown away. We did the meze, the wrap, farmer's cheese, and the mixed grill plate all based on recommendations from who we believe was the owner. The hospitality was lovely, welcoming, but more so the food was incredibly memorable and we found ourselves wishing we had more time in Istanbul so we could come back and eat at Pera Antakya. We did a couple other highly rated restaurants in similar concept to Pera Antakya over the week we stayed in Istanbul and ultimately though food in Istanbul is generally good, we found Pera was still the best we had out of all them in the same category. In fact, if it was only one restaurant we could go back to and have another meal at or if I could only recommend one restaurant to eat at while you're in Istanbul--- it would be Pera Antakya. We were that impressed with this place. Do not miss it if you're in Istanbul!

Amazing food multiple choices, I ordered fattosh and chicken baryani.. VERY delicious !! The…read moreinteriors and the settings area is quite and comfortable. The service is very good

Sooo good. In Istanbul, it is more challenging than you would expect to find non-Turkish cuisine…read more This little spot in Kadikoy is a great alternative. It is cozy and hip place with an open kitchen. We went on a Friday night around 8pm and almost all 6 tables in the establishment were full. I had just gotten back from Italy the week before I ate here and found the food comparable. They had a few appetizer and dessert options and a large selection of pasta. I ordered bruschetta, fettucine alfredo, and chocolate souffle. While everything I ate was delicious, the bruschetta was the real winner. It is hands down the best bruschetta I've ever eaten. I took a picture of it so I can remember it always.

Amazing food, great vibe, and outstanding service. Would recommend to any local or tourist.read more

Authentic middle eastern Kibbeh, falafel and hummus were…read moredelicious. We were looking for middle eastern and good food and found this gem. Highly recommended!

Really fresh, easy falafel right in the heart of Taksim square. As a tourist, it is easy to feel a…read morelittle slowed down with the abundance of Turkish food, meat, more meat, and delicious desserts. This place is a great reprieve for the night! I forgot to take photos, but it looks exactly as the menu looks. The falafel is amazing!!!! Hummus is a little nutty for my taste, but paired with the generous (and free!) pita bread, and the veggies, it is pretty good!! Servers were all nice and helpful despite our only knowledge of Turkish being "hello" and "thank you" To sum it up: quick, easy, and fresh!

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.

Located inside the Hyatt Regency; our first stop every morning for breakfast before hitting the…read moretown (they also serve lunch & dinner, but we only went here for breakfast). Restaurant has incredible views and contemporary decor. They have indoor & outdoor seating. Outdoor seating is beautiful, but despite umbrellas, its still rather warm in the morning in August. Food is buffet style. Drinks: Coffee is excellent. Freshly squeezed orange juice (there were other options, but I only had the orange juice every day). Food: Omelette station (made to order) Waffle station (didn't try) Cereal station Yogurt & fresh fruit station Freshly sliced meat & cheese station Fresh pastry station (croissants and a wide variety of bread & pastries) Traditional turkish meats Service was attentive. Final note: its pricey. Similar to US breakfast hotel prices (72TL a person).

From the owner: Experience the taste of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine with an emphasis on seafood and traditional…read moreTurkish specialties or watch our Asian chefs at the Hawker style noodle bar, preparing authentic Asian dishes, such as wonton noodle soup, seafood udon or stir- fried garlic prawns. There are numerous show kitchen featuring a wide range of local and international specialties. The Şarküterı corner with hand selected artisan cold cuts and our cheese room, offer only the best from Turkeys markets, not mentioning the extensive selection of homemade meze. Our international culinary team offer seasonal menus, showcasing only the finest local products, highlighting the active involvement of farmers, producers and artisan purveyors. Seafood or meat from the natural wood fired grills and oven, combined with authentic preparation methods, underline the experience of the culinary journey. Complete your experience at the pastry counter with Turkish and international sweets or homemade ice cream, on our extensive terrace overlooking the Marmara Sea.