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Romantic dinner spots in İstanbul (views & polished rooms)

Elegant restaurants for special evenings in İstanbul; check venue pages for reservations and vibe.

Author: Enes Özer

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  1. Turgut Kebab Restaurant -Sultanahmet- — photo 2
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    Kebab shop

    Fatih · İstanbul · Türkiye

    One of the long-standing kebab houses in Fatih, Istanbul, Turgut Kebab Restaurant -Sultanahmet- is renowned for its meat dishes. It has built a loyal customer base by maintaining the same quality for years.

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    Fatih · İstanbul · Türkiye

    Garden 1897 Restaurant serves delicious meals in a warm, family-table-like atmosphere in Fatih, Istanbul. It offers a capacity suitable for both individual and group visits.

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  3. Beyaz İnci Restaurant Galata Köprüsü — photo 2
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    Fatih · İstanbul · Türkiye

    A popular spot for both lunch and dinner in Fatih, Istanbul, Beyaz İnci Restaurant Galata Köprüsü offers a wide range of dishes. It constantly updates its menu with seasonal and fresh ingredients.

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  4. ŞIVA OYSTER FİSH RESTAURANT — photo 2
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    Seafood restaurant

    Fatih · İstanbul · Türkiye

    ŞIVA OYSTER FİSH RESTAURANT is a kebab restaurant in Fatih, Istanbul, that carries on the ocakbaşı (fireside grill) tradition and is known for its quality meat selections. It is considered one of the must-visit spots in the region.

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  5. Lokma

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    SARIYER · İstanbul · Türkiye

    Lokma sets the table with carefully prepared local and traditional dishes in SARIYER, Istanbul. It is regarded as an indispensable visiting point of the region.

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  6. Akın Balık Karaköy — photo 2
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    Fish restaurant

    Beyoğlu · İstanbul · Türkiye

    An essential hangout for seafood lovers in Beyoğlu, Istanbul, Akın Balık Karaköy serves fresh products in season. It is a popular address frequently chosen by both locals and visitors.

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    KADIKÖY · İstanbul · Türkiye

    The Townhouse is known as a reliable and established restaurant in KADIKÖY, İstanbul, that has maintained the same high quality of service for many years. It is a frequently recommended spot, especially for first-time visitors to the city.

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    Burger place

    BÜYÜKÇEKMECE · İstanbul · Türkiye

    A quiet spot serving burgers, pasta, fish, and grilled meats, alongside coffee and milkshakes.

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    Seafood restaurant

    BEYKOZ · İstanbul · Türkiye

    A chic restaurant located on the Bosphorus, featuring a local and international menu highlighting pasta and seafood.

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    Fish restaurant

    SARIYER · İstanbul · Türkiye

    A lively, unpretentious restaurant offering both cold and hot appetizers, seafood, and Turkish delicacies on its fixed-price menu.

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  11. Mikla

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    BEYOĞLU · İstanbul · Türkiye

    An upscale restaurant known for its contemporary style, rooftop terrace, and tasting menu.

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Last updated: April 12, 2026

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