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Budget-friendly places to eat in İstanbul (student-friendly)

Lokantas, esnaf kitchens, and plate meals for student and everyday budgets in İstanbul, ranked for value.

Author: Enes Özer

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Budget-friendly (student-friendly) places. Hours and menus can change — verify before you go.

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  1. Nusr-Et Steakhouse — photo 2
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    4.2
    Grill house

    BEŞİKTAŞ · İstanbul · Türkiye

    A high-end upscale restaurant serving meat-centric Turkish dishes from a chef known for his theatrical serving style.

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  2. Dürümcü Emmi — photo 2
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    4.1
    Kebab shop

    KADIKÖY · İstanbul · Türkiye

    Turkish kebabs and regional specialties served in a casual, brick-walled setting.

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  3. Hasan Usta Kebap — photo 2
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    4.4
    Kebab shop

    KADIKÖY · İstanbul · Türkiye

    Located in Kadıköy, Istanbul, Hasan Usta Kebap stands out with its fresh meat and special spice blend prepared through years of experience. It leaves a positive impression with its friendly staff and clean atmosphere.

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  4. Eataly

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    4.1
    Italian restaurant

    BEŞİKTAŞ · İstanbul · Türkiye

    Istanbul şehrinin sevilen noktalarından biri.

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  5. Kanatçı Haydar — photo 2
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    4.2
    Chicken wings place

    BAHÇELİEVLER · İstanbul · Türkiye

    Tavuk kanadı ve kuzu kaburganın yanı sıra tatlı çeşitleri de servis edilen, maç gösterimi yapılan rahat ortamlı restoran.

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  6. Fıccın Restoran — photo 2
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    4.4
    Popular restaurants

    Kallavi Sk. No:13 · İstanbul · Türkiye

    A cozy Turkish restaurant serving delicious traditional dishes with courtyard seating available.

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    4.5
    Stuffed mussels & kokoreç shop

    ÜSKÜDAR · İstanbul · Türkiye

    Paşa kokoreç & işkembe appeals to both locals and visitors with its street delicacies prepared using traditional recipes in Üsküdar, Istanbul. It also catches attention with its unique architecture and decoration that blend seamlessly into the city's texture.

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Last updated: April 12, 2026

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