Lonely Planet İstanbul Guide

Hamdi Restaurant Excellent meat, panoramic views and a bustling atmosphere. Best Lokantas Çiya Sofrası Bainsmarie full of unusual dishes from Turkey’s southeastern region. Erol Lokantası Simple food in the heart of Sultanahmet. Hayvore Hazır yemek and pides popular with shoppers and workers in Beyoğlu.

Hünkar Upmarket choice with top-notch food and service. Sefa Restaurant Reliable eatery close to the Grand Bazaar. Best Meyhanes

Agora Meyhanesi Recently reinvented city institution known for its seafood. Asmalı Cavit Good mezes and a convivial atmosphere. Eleos Ultrafresh and flavourful Greek-style delicacies. Karaköy Lokantası Stylish surrounds, a loyal clientele and excellent food. Best Mezes Meze by Lemon Tree Unusual and delicious meze spread. Sahrap There are plenty of surprises on the modern meze menu at this stylish eatery. Eleos Seafooddominated meze spread that looks great and tastes even better. Best Baklava Develi Baklava Tiny space with a huge (and well-deserved) reputation. Karaköy Güllüoğlu The perfect baklava stop at any time of day. Pare Baklava Bar The genuine article flown in from Gaziantep daily. Best Cafe Food