It's a really nice place to start the day and look at all the ships passing by on the Bosphorus…read more I'd really recommend the menemen (delicious!!!) but their pastries are a treat as well! Sneak one of the spots out on the terrace (hence, the name), watch the seagulls look enviously at your food and enjoy your time there. It's pleasantly un-touristy, too!

I used to come here all the time when I lived in Istanbul. That was 8 years ago and I had very…read moredifferent tastes in life. I enjoyed it a lot back then. I revisited the place with my family in tow and have to admit that this place is consistent and every bit of loving as I remembered it. The views, the cocktails and the little bites they serve. The decor is chic and the music is modern cocktail bar. The servers are distant as you would expect in an upscale place but get you what you want without being too nosey (this is a problem in Istanbul). They have a decent collection of tried and trusted appetizers, a complementary selection of wines and heart warming desserts.

I would give it a 5 star but one of the waiters looked like he didn't want to serve me. The other…read moretwo, on the other hand were great. The food was really good. I ordered the tomato and meat stew (kalaya). Hook was good too. They also have live music. Eat outside if it isn't hot.