Best Outdoor Dining in Istanbul

“Lovely place close to all the hotspots, beautiful garden and Oğuzhan even went out to search for caulıflower (a special request from my son).”

“Great place, quiet and romantic atmosphere, delicious food and phenomenal service by Oguzhan.”

“The garden is beautiful and is a great setting to have shisha.”

“Very relaxing and peaceful, service was excellent, Isaac served us was very flexible and very friendly and helpful”

“The atmosphere at Villa Cello is warm and inviting, with a beautiful blend of comfort and elegance.”

“It is vey good and one of the best places for breakfast in Istanbul though the price is hog per person set menu not including drinks other than tea”

“A classy restaurant, the live music performance is fantastic, the food is delicious, and the service is excellent.”

“The atmosphere was great, and there was live music; it was wonderful.”

“Went there few times, because when you know you will get amazing taste, you will come back”

“The food was excellent — everything was fresh, flavorful, and authentically prepared. Whether it was kebabs, fish, lamb, or traditional desserts, every dish …”

“The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The service was fast and very friendly, and the atmosphere was clean and comfortable.”

“The food was amazing. From appetizers, warm home made bread, main dishes are delicious, we tried 4 different ones, all of them were great.”

“The food was sensational. Excellent quality of meat and tenderised perfectly with unique flavours. One of the best steaks I've ever had.”

“Worth every penny , the staff are so sweet and kind, the view is breathtaking , food delicious, definitely worth visiting, also portions super generous.”

“The owner Orhan has an amazing personality and you can see the passion he has for maintaining the high standards of his establishment.”

“Traditional Ottoman food was absolutely delicious, view from the rooftop is incredible and the service was top notch.”

“Fantastic experience! The food was authentic, fresh, and full of flavor. The staff was very friendly and welcoming.”

“The food was authentic, fresh, and full of flavor. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. One of the best Turkish meals I’ve had — highly recommend.”

“The owner went out of his way to find a gluten-free cake for me, showing incredible kindness and attention.”

“What a beautiful spot, so nicely decorated! Wonderful atmosphere, professional staff and delicious food.”

“Honestly best food I had in Istanbul, everything was delicious and fresh!”

“Located right in the old town, just a few steps away from Hagia Sophia Mosque and beautiful hotels, this place is a favorite.”

“Cute and cozy the food and atmosphere is amazing with the soul coffee music ambience I love ❤️”

“The service was outstanding! The guys are very welcoming, the food was superb and the best thing about was that the resturant was literally outside my hotel.”

“The restaurant is beautiful and very delicious, especially the meat. Also, Ibrahim the waiter provided some of the best service I’ve ever had.”

“The food quality was top notch , very clean restaurant and most of all service is really excellent and quick special thank to Ibrahim for the great service ❤️”

“Absolutely amazing service. Ibrahim was very accommodating and very friendly. Recommend to everyone to come.”

“The owner greeted me with a "hello" and was very friendly. The food was delicious, and a cup of warm black tea was provided.”

“The mackerel kebab is really delicious!! When you think it's a little salty, the mild mackerel meat is perfect!!!”

“This is a small but very sweet place, a truly beautiful and authentic setting for a fish wrap.”

“My husband had their Penne Zuppa, made with pumpkin puree and white truffle oil, and it might be my favorite pasta so far this year.”

“Best pizza I've had in Turkey so far! Came here by accident, but what a lucky accident it was — we meant to go to a …”

“Basri is a lovely server!!! We enjoyed our evening!! Definitely recommend if you’re craving some delicious food!”

“The location is beautiful with a view of the Bosphorus, but it needs some aesthetic improvements, especially in terms of landscaping.”

“The venue itself was truly extraordinary. It was spacious and comprised of three distinct areas. We had one of the most beautiful views overlooking the Bosphorus Bridge.”

“The atmosphere is wonderful, the staff's attitude and work ethic are excellent, and the food is delicious.”

“Absolutely loved Blu Ma’cel. We ordered the traditional Turkish breakfast and it was impeccable—beautifully presented, incredibly fresh, and clearly prepared with great attention to detail.”

“This is a fabulous place for a traditional Turkish breakfast. There is so much variety of delicious food; mezes, breads, potatoes condiments, olives and fruit.”

“Azer helped us out, he was an amazing host and explained it perfectly! Would definitely recommend and would come back.”

“The potatoes are perfectly delicious, the taste and flavor are consistent every time we go, and the service and attention are superb.”

“This is the best patso I've ever eaten; it's amazing that they made it with regular potatoes, not frozen ones.”

“Great service, delicious fries, great communication in English, awesome small business!”

“Local alternative cool atmosphere, excellent espresso, and the people working at this place are super helpful and kind!”

“I came for breakfast two days in a row. Everything was fresh, plentiful, and delicious.”

“Ms. Elif took outstanding care of us. It was a wonderful breakfast experience.”

“Perfect meals with absolutely reasonable price! In the heart of İstanbul, start you night with fine dining in Scarlatta!”

“The food was outstanding, made with fresh and flavorful ingredients. A special mention for my burrata pizza, topped with an authentic burrata di bufala—an absolute delight!”

“Delicious home made Italian food and great service. It is reasonably priced and absolutely worth a visit.”

“Homerun family vegan restaurant with super friendly service, large portions, amazing price and super duper sweet atmosphere.”

“The food tastes amazing, service is very hospitable and friendly, and the prices are great!!”

“Best value for money in Istanbul among the vegan restaurants”

“We tried San Sebastian cheesecake and it was amazing, I loved it! I can't remember ever having one this good before”

“The staff are very warm, friendly, and attentive. The treats are wonderful, and the food is piping hot and fresh.”

“The food is fantastic, the desserts are fantastic. The view is amazing, and the atmosphere is already wonderful.”

“The food was amazing! Try the chateaubriand! Felix was very nice and attentive - hope to see him again at the Rooftop!”

“The food is amazing, fresh all the time. Close to Grand Bazar you always find in here a very good place to eat…”

“The food exactly as they told us, fresh and big portions. Prices very good considering the high quality of the food and the beautiful place.”

“The dynamite artichoke crisps were another favorite; the kale salad and hot sauce made the artichokes mild and flavorful, like the chicken.”

“For such a location and view, the prices are very reasonable, and the restaurant boasts a superb cuisine, which I think makes it stand out.”

“The atmosphere and views are excellent. The views are great because there are different views on both sides.”

“Yusuf was our host for the evening, he made sure everything was perfect and we even got dessert and tea on the house.”

“Absolutely stunning, calm, with shade and a light breeze. Perfect for a warm day in Istanbul.”

“The place is not cheap, but I thought prices were fair given the excellent view!”

“The food was superb especially the eggs with mince I always ordered at least two cups of tea for a meal.”

“The food was delicious, everyone was very friendly, especially Furkan who explained everything we asked about the food.”

“Lovely place, very good prices, amazing shisha. The staff are súper friendly. Higly recommend”

“All the servers were so nice and helpful. Food was also amazing, got the Falafel and the pida and it was amazing.”

“This is a wonderful rooftop setting. Very romantic and the perfect place to watch the sun go down.”

“I ordered the Linguini Del Mar and it was absolutely delicious. The pasta was perfectly cooked and coated in a rich, flavorful sauce that complemented the seafood beautifully.”

“This is the most quite and peacfull place near Galata tower with good foof (best lamb skewers ever) and friendly staff.”

“The service was incredible and the food was some of the best we have had in Turkey.”

“The best hummus in Istanbul nice friendly place with good service very close to Galata tower.”

“The host is so welcoming and the food excellent! We had the mezze plate, falafel and eggplant dish. Highly recommend.”

“You order through your phone and 5 minutes later the food comes. Very good service and very delicious food for cheap”

“Delicious plant-based Egyptian food in a cute, nondescript hole-in-the wall eatery, in the ultra-lively Asian side of Istanbul.”

“The staff were attentive and caring, especially Can Bey and Yiğit Bey, we would like to thank them for their wonderful service.”

“A pretty nice restaurant that we frequent often, I highly recommend it, welcoming and smiling staff, I thank the hospitality of Ender and his team”

“The atmosphere, the waiters, and the food at Read Cafe, where we came for breakfast, were excellent.”

“We went here for dinner 3 times. The service was top notch, the food is excellent and the pricing is really honest.”

“The restaurant is a lovely venue with a beautiful outdoor terrace garden which has been decorated really well.”

“The food was so fresh and tasty, piping hot. The bread was amazing!”

“With its excellent flavors and friendly staff in a decent family atmosphere, Tatim Pide is always the only place to come.”

“They work very cleanly. The products are in perfect consistency. I recommend you to come and see and taste them.”

“The Pide I eat all the time has never changed. It tastes very good. I recommend it to everyone.”

“This is hands down one of my favorite restaurants in Taksim, and I make it a point to visit every time I’m in Istanbul.”

“The restaurant can be busy as it is rather large. Maybe not the best choice for a date.”

“One of my go-to restaurants in Istanbul, always amazing whenever I go.”

“The taste has remained the same for years; this is definitely the best pizza place.”

“This is the best value-for-money place in Istanbul for Neapolitan-style Italian pizzas.”

“The pizzas are truly outstanding – ​​their thin crust, high-quality ingredients, and special recipes baked in a stone oven make their difference obvious from the first bite.”

“His "Hagia Sophia Menu" was visually stunning, delicious, and a work of art all in one.”

“The menu changes a lot but the quality stays the same, fresh and wonderful.”

“Octo Restaurant, perched atop the JW Marriott Bosphorus in Karaköy, delivers one of Istanbul’s most unforgettable dining experiences.”

“Ali Osman was the best metre d’hotel I have ever seen, he works in the room like the owner of the business.”

“Waiter Ali was great and the family loved the meal all the food is the highest quality.”

“The view was beautiful with a great take on the historical center (blue mosque, Sofyia…)”

“The cuisine is of excellent quality, offering a refined and modern reinterpretation of traditional Turkish and Greek flavors, beautifully presented and perfectly balanced.”

“I've been here before and they've created a fantastic new menu, especially the cag kebab prepared by the chef; it's very good.”

“Chef Lale's talent is incredible. It's the best choice for those seeking fine dining in Istanbul.”

“It was one of the best burgers I've ever had. The taste of the meat, the cheese, the sauce. Everything was amazing.”

“I'd like to especially thank Emir Bey and the owner, Emre Bey, for their remarkably delicious burgers and consistently high-quality service.”

“The bread was so soft, the patty was just right, and the sauce was amazing. It's absolutely finger-licking good.”

“The food itself was delicious and adventurous. We tried a variety of dishes, including a unique dessert featuring chicken that surprisingly worked beautifully.”

“A rooftop with Jazz vibes! I had an incredible evening at Biz İstanbul, a favorite with a spectacular view overlooking both Istanbul and the Bosphorus.”

“This is a wonderfully renovated restaurant on the roof floor of the Ataturk Cultural Center. Fantastic views over the Bosphorus, excellent cocktails and very tasty food.”

“The breakfast was amazing and the garden is safe for children.”

“The staff were friendly and we ate apples and pears straight from their own trees in their garden.”

“Nida Hanım and Gökhan Abi, were so attentive to every detail throughout the night.”

“Mr. Mehmet Ali patiently, cheerfully, and with respect for his work answered every question we had about the menu, and helped us enjoy a very delicious meal.”

“It is very beautiful atmosphere here the stuff very respectful the manager very careful”

“The first dish I ordered wasn't quite to my taste, but thanks to Serkan Bey, who was there to help us immediately.”

“This is the best pub you will find in a km distance. Right next to Macka Park entrance and lively folk.”

“I ordered cheese burger, taco, and chicken. But only cheese burger was five star.”

“Great atmosphere, great services and food. Would definitely recommend when in Istanbul”

“The breakfast items they bring are delicious, they have special products from Hatay, and the place is ideal for escaping the city crowds.”

“We waited a long time, ordering additional items like menemen and kuymak (types of Turkish dishes) to go with the breakfast.”

“I've never seen such an irresponsible place in my life. The place itself is nicely nostalgic, but unfortunately, the responsibility is zero.”

“Everything we ate was delicious, but 1290 TL is too much for one person for one grilled dish, one soup, and one turnip juice.”

“The nostalgic atmosphere of the restaurant is both welcoming and perfect for a relaxed family getaway.”

“We discovered this place in Yeniköy on a warm autumn day, while passing by and admiring its garden, and we've become regulars ever.”

“I can honestly say that the schnitzel and Caesar salad were the most delicious I've ever had in Istanbul.”

“The staff's special attention was wonderful! Being able to communicate one-on-one from the moment you arrive is very important.”

“We tried the Bomonti Island Martini and Asuman cocktails, and both were delicious.”

“We ate pide and lahmacun and they were delicious, kudos to the chef!”

“We'd like to thank all the chefs and the owner of Zekeriyaköy Bolu 1 Restaurant, which we visited.”

“The staff, service, and breakfast are all excellent. A friendly, pleasant atmosphere.”

“The manager here as well. Most importantly, you get a 5 star Birds Eye best view of the mosque from here.”

“The atmosphere was incredible all the evening. Mr Kenan made it really special with an attention to details.”

“The atmosphere was quiet, and the panoramic views added charm, though the sunset view wasn’t as spectacular as expected due to surrounding buildings.”

“The food was delicious and worth the price, View was amazing, memorable experience and worth a visit if you are in the area, 10/10.”

“We were able to have a quiet conversation over some truly delicious fish and meze.”

“The appetizers were delicious. We had kebabs for our main course, and you'll find it hard to find such well-prepared …”

“Special thanks to Ahmed for the wonderful service — he was very friendly and made everything comfortable, fun, and enjoyable.”

“Excellent service and a great experience overall. Special thanks to Ahmed Suleiman Qarsoon for his professionalism, politeness, and attention to detail.”

“Ahmed Suleyman was very helpful, enegetic and friendly, he makes the best Shisha and the service and good was great.”

“Light Turkish music at background, cozy atmosphere, wonderful service, it all creates very nice impression and strong desire to come back again”

“Dawod was so nice and helpful. The food was great and the service too was amazing and fast.”

“We had a lovely time at Oba Restaurant. The place has such a great vibe with an amazing view of the Bosphorus — super relaxing and cozy ✨.”

“The kebabs are fantastic, the Adana Kebab is very good, but my favorite is the Yağlı Kara.”

“The meat was superb! The appetizers were also plentiful and delicious.”

“The waiters are excellent at their jobs and elevate the service to a whole new level.”

“One of the best kebab places you can go at European side of Istanbul. The location is super convenient and it’s really spacious.”

“Yuksel was an excellent host. My guest had a great time at Develi - best Adana on earth”

“Delicious food, tavuk, Koftye kebab and mix grill all were Rich in taste along with cozy ambience”

“Located within Istanbul, yet completely away from the city's crowds, this is a wonderful place where you can truly experience a weekend.”

“It's a wonderful place, the owners were very friendly and attentive. A very welcoming atmosphere. The breakfast was delicious. And most importantly, it's a spotlessly clean place.”

“The breakfast was delicious. We especially loved the menemen casserole, pişi (Turkish pizza), and jam.”