Food & Drink

Istanbul is a food lover’s paradise, offering a rich blend of flavors from Ottoman delicacies to vibrant street food. Whether you’re craving authentic kebabs, mezes, seafood by the Bosphorus, or a cozy Turkish breakfast, our guides take you through the best restaurants, cafés, street food spots, and local markets.

Find expert recommendations on must-try dishes, where to eat, and hidden culinary gems to make your food journey in Istanbul unforgettable.

Eating Out in Istanbul

Being the ultimate dining capital of Turkey, Istanbul offers wide range of Turkish cuisine at the variety of well established, good and luxury Istanbul restaurants and ancient Ottoman places. Istanbul also offers wide range of world cuisine such as Mediterranean, Japanese, Italian, French, Turkish, Indian, Chinese, Portuguese and Thai food. Sea food at the Bosphorus shore fish and meze restaurants is also recommended.

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Best Istanbul Restaurants by Cuisine

At the heart of Istanbul’s gastronomy is its diverse and colourful food culture. Influenced by its multicultural past and location, the city’s cuisine brings together elements from Central Asia, the Middle East, the Mediterranean, the Balkans and the Caucasus.