The sports atmosphere for this place is awesome! It felt like being back in a sports bar in…read moreAmerica, they had TVs everywhere, sports memorabilia everywhere on the wall's. They even had chicken wings which if you get I recommend you stick with the normal flavor, because the others weren't so good and even the normal was just okay! But having wings is definitely a big step because what sports plays could be a sports place without wings. The waiter was pretty good in English wasn't great but whenever he really needed assistance he would get his manager who spoke pretty good English. The seats are really comfy and like I said I really like the atmosphere we sat next to the bar which I recommend you do even though I don't drink but I was with a friend that drinks it was definitely the way to go and there were 4 screens around us.

Amazing place to eat it takes us awhile to wait on the waiting list and after our order to had our…read moredinner but there service was great, friendly and helpful. Ibrahim and Orge did a great job helping us. The food was amazing and very delicious.

Nice little spot for a good Fried Chicken Sandwich. They've got a nice breading going on, good…read morefluffy buns, all sauces are up to par. I will say the "Salad" / Purple Coleslaw that came on my sandwich was quite a strange consistency and flavor, can't say I liked that at all. Could have been a 5-star review besides that, but the sludgy purple cabbage kind of overtook the whole sandwich. Great otherwise!

THIS PLACE IS A HIDDEN GEM!! Great service and very affordable prices. I needed dinner late at…read morenight, and Ziya Baba hit the spot! The ambiance was nice and quiet too. The lentil soup was perfect, and the chicken kebab was delicious! Seasonings were on point, and it was COOKED PERFECTLY!! The owners are very sweet and make sure you are being taken care of very well. I'm glad I stumbled upon this place--the lovely reviews truly reflect the place!

Great food, no hawkers, nice and relaxing to sit and eat by the street old of the worst of the…read morecrush. Totally recommend although they do not serve alcohol which may not suit some people

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.

In Istanbul, Turkey on a food tour with Culinary Backstreet. It was a fabulous trip. Our next to…read morefinal night, we were treated to an interactive dining feast at Zubeyir Ocakbasi. This place is preformance art. We were seating at the pit master's table side. The chef is an amazing cog that makes this restaurant thrive with delicious meats. Tonight, we did not order food but were served by the pit master and his favorite creations. We dined on liver skewers with lamb tail fat, grilled garlic, lamb chops, kebobs, grilled onions, spicy breads, grilled peppers, and grilled tomatoes. It was entertaining, warm and completely interactive. The mezzes were also delicious but one has to be cautious not to load up on the salads. I cannot convey just how much fun it was to sit table side tonight. As engaging as the pit master was, his cooking skills are second to none with respect to his grill. If you are headed to Istanbul and looking for a new adventure with scrumptious grilled food, get reservations at Zubeyir Ocakbasi. The environment is engaging, light and just plain fun. I tip my hat to the restaurant, the pit master and to our tour guide for making this evening memorable.

Delicious freshly grilled chicken! Standard price is 10 TL for 6 wings or 4 legs take always, 15 TL…read moreto stay. They were able to mix my plate with 3 wings and 2 legs. Both were delicious but wings were definitely better. Drinks are 3 TL. They don't have Turkish tea. Very very local place on the Asia side of Istanbul, in a bazaar that sells spices and fresh fish among other things. I was the only non-Turkish person there. Everyone else seem to know exactly what to order. A lot of people got the wing platter. Pretty packed place on a Saturday afternoon during non-meal hour.

Unbelievable. Ordered a basic chicken sandwich. The bread was stale and crumbled in my hands while…read morethe chicken was half the size of my palm. They served me an OLD chicken sandwich I complained but I didn't have my receipt with me, they didn't refund me at all. Incompetent staff and inedible food.

This was my first night in Istanbul and I eased tired from traveling from cappadocia earlier in the…read moreday. This restaurant was close to my hotel and had great reviews on Yelp. When I arrived there was only one other customer inside. The restaurant decor was cute and I very comfortable. The staff were friendly and welcoming. This spot was a bit pricey just like most of the restaurants in this touristy area. I had certain Turkish entrees i wanted to try during my vacation. I ordered the Iskender kebab which is beef and pita bread covered with tomato sauce with yogurt on the side. I ordered a side salad to go with it. The dish was very delicious as you can tell in one of my pics. I chatted with some of the staff about life in Istanbul. I was offered some complimentary pomegranate tea before I left and it hit the spot. This is definitely a place to check out when you're in the area.

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!

A very nice restaurant in a calm and quiet part of the city. The waiter presents you with all of…read morethe mezze options on a large platter so that you can see the food and make your decisions! Every mezze we ordered was so fresh and flavorful. Do not skip the baba ghanoush, lamb skewer, amd chicken kebab. We highly recommend the fresh picked fruit platter for dessert

Nisantasi Baskose is right across the street from the Park Hyatt but hardly anyone speaks English…read morehere and the menu is all in Turkish so prepare in advance - especially if ordering take out. Mevsim Salata - mixed greens, cabbage, cucumber, green onion, tomato, parsley (weird) and lemon. Like most Turkish outfits I learned, salad dressing is persona non grata but least there were some lemon slices. Effort is there for a well thought out seasonal salad. Patlican Kebap (Eggplant + meat) Mixed kabab with eggplant blocks and beef chunks. Tavuk Kanat (chicken wings) Probably the most "yummy" on the list here. It's got a different charred flavor - might be a little tumeric involved not totally sure but it's unique, and better than you're regular chicken wings. Karisik Kebap (combo mixed meat kebab) Packed with a lot of goodies here - gyro slices are on the dry and over salted side. There's more solid chicken wings and chicken kabab which is also very flavorful and tender. There's also a spiced sausage type of meat that is more crumbly but pretty good. All supported by orange couscous and two large peppers (not spicy) All the dishes come with a small fortune of lavash and they packed in a separate bag of more layers as well. Overall nice experience... that's all.