Where to eat balik durum (fish wrap) and kunefe in Istanbul?

If you're in Istanbul for just one day, balik durum (grilled fish wrap) is a must-try street food. Look for it near Galataport and in the Sultanahmet area — both are well-trafficked tourist zones with reliable vendors.

Hafiz Mustafa is one of Istanbul's top spots for kunefe (a warm cheese-filled pastry dessert). Even repeat visitors sometimes discover it only after multiple trips — and consistently rave about it. The chain has several locations across the city.

Köfteci Yusuf is a well-known kofte (Turkish meatball) chain. While the branch in Iznik gets high marks for food quality, service, and prices, the Istanbul locations may not match that standard — quality and value can drop noticeably in the big city.