Where to eat in Istanbul: recommended restaurants?

Dimbil Restaurant was recommended in August 2026 as a tasty and inexpensive place. It does not serve alcohol. There is a veranda — you can ask the staff to seat you there. A map link to the restaurant was shared in the discussion.

A diner liked Palatium Cafe & Restaurant in August 2026. She suggests booking a window table in advance. In her words, the food is good while alcohol is not cheap. There is a showy dish that the chef brings out to the table himself, beautifully, with steam — she saw it at a neighbouring table but did not know its name, so ask your waiter.

In early August 2026 a participant recommended a good wine restaurant with pasta. It has no terrace, and prices, according to the person who recommended it, are standard restaurant prices — not a budget option. A map link to the place was shared in the discussion.