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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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  3. Paşa kokoreç & işkembe

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    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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