Best restaurants in Istanbul for a birthday celebration — rooftop views or live music?

Next to a main restaurant in the Fatih area there is a separate evening Irish bar — reportedly a great atmosphere and potentially live music at night, making it a solid birthday venue alternative.

Roof Mezze in Fatih is a popular birthday spot with a good atmosphere, but note it features a DJ rather than live music — good for a festive evening with views.

For a special occasion like a birthday, a rooftop restaurant with panoramic city views is worth considering — Istanbul has several such venues across different neighborhoods.