What an awesome restaurant! Set in a large outdoor garden, you'll find candles, cozy seating,…read morebeautiful people and an array of lovely plants and trees. I stumbled into this restaurant after a grueling flight to Ankara. Hungry and tired I expected a quick sub-par meal. What I got was an enchanting, warm experience with absolutely delicious food. I wish this oasis was in Amsterdam - I'd be here regularly. I can't wait to go back and watch the time slip away while I eat yummy food and take in the environment.

Warning: Not recommended for lunch. The kitchen was not fired up on the day my friend introduced me…read moreto this restaurant. :( She had really good impressions of Botanica -- but they were from dinner / evening patronage. Located in front of the restaurant, the garden is indeed large and like a sanctuary with its canopied tables and cozy seats. Lots of plants / trees and a fish-inhabited fountain make it charming. The street slopes upward so walls afford guests some privacy. I can't recall the food we actually ate because my friend and I were so disappointed that we were denied our first and second preferences. The waitstaff didn't even offer any concessions to compensate for the big let-down. :( not cool! Good thing my companion is a higher priority than food, drink or ambiance in my memory book!

Delicious coffee and peaceful, spacious garden area will make you forget how time passes. Visit…read morethere and you'll have yourself an exquisite meeting point.