This multi-storey pub hosts a range of live music acts including rock, pop, metal and indie. DJ’s also feature. This unique bar is lined with artwork and jesters. The upstairs balcony, with glass floor and seating, is popular.

With its classy decor that features funky art work and caricature-like depictions of the court jester hailing from a deck of playing cards, coupled with the chic Hard Rock Cafe styled, guitar-shaped bar, and a piano table, this bar-cum-live entertainment venue will definitely redefine your idea of ’swank’.

This venue is composed of three parts: the main area, lounge area in the back with chairs and tables, and a third balcony floor with a glass floor. Teoman, Kangroove, Chantage and Rebel Moves are among the bands who perform on a regular basis at Balans. There is also a happy hour every evening from 19.00-22.00. Additionally, Tonique, which opened within Balans, features live DJs often.

Also worth mentioning is that this venue has a balcony seating area that boasts of a glass floor! Besides the upbeat ambiance, Jolly Joker Balans also features impressive DJ sets and excellent live performances by rock, indie, alternative, and metal music loving soloists and bands.

Check website for event timings and additional details.

Address:
Jolly Joker Balans
Beyoğlu Balo Sokak 22 Numara
Tel: +90 212 249 07 49
Fax : +90 212 251 77 63
info@jollyjokerbalans.com

More info at www.jollyjokerbalans.com

Located in fashionable Nisantasi disctrict in what some would call the trendy heart of Istanbul lies this unique venue. Nisantasi is also home to many galleries, design shops, and antique dealers.

Even with the worse weather, while everywhere else will be empty ,you will find this place completely packed. For the ones missing 60’s nostalgic disco atmosphere, this is the best place to be.

Scotch is keeping people entertained for more than 40 years untill late hours in the night. The sign at Scotch writes the following: “Scotch Club, Discotheque. Since 1969″

What is nice is , even the employees , including the DJ didn’t change since 69 !
Don’t be surprised to come across with the top celebrities of Turkey, such as Beyaz, who is a frequent visitor.

Enjoy your beer in special small bottles of Efes which is also a classic in Scotch !

Address:
Scotch Istanbul Club Discotheque
Mim Kemal Öke Cad. No:29/1 Maçka
Tel: 0212 241 60 69 – 0212 219 68 04
Fax: 0212 246 56 96

The owner of the club, Mithat Can Özer, is the son of one of the most famous singers of Turkey, Sezen Aksu. The place opened recently in place of the Door’s Group, Wanna. The opening date 11.11.2009 has been set as the club’s name: 11.11.

Beyoğlu has gained a new phenomenon. 11:11, consists of several spaces playing different music by famous local and international DJ’s. 11:11 is a Lounge-Bar & Club which also serves Asian / Fusion style food.

Many of the DJ’s are within 909 Productions Turkey’s most successful DJ team playing in the Downtown section of Tempo Lounge and Deep House from House, Club section, the Deep House, Tech House and Minimal Techno ‘or playing live music.

11:11 has become one of the major hangout places in Istanbul. The architectural design of 11:11 is done by famous Emir URAS.

11:11 offers the best music and entertainment with high tech, unique interior design, custom lighting effects and sound system and excellent ventilation.

11:11 is open from Wednesday untill Saturday between 18:00 and 04:00.

Address:
11.11 Istanbul
Tepebaşı Mah.
Meşrutiyet Cad. No.151
Beyoğlu İstanbul

( Eski Wanna )

Telefon: (212) 243 17 94

The small stage of this popular nightclub is always busy, featuring a variety of musical acts from Istanbul and around Europe.  Expect a crowds of devoted fans and a dark, warm atmosphere.  Live jazz is popular and so are indie rock bands and other eclectic artists. 

It may be small, but Dogzstar proves that size doesn’t matter: this diminutive club in Beyoglu has garnered quite a reputation. Although owners Koray and Kutayare planning to relocate to a bigger venue, but we’re glad they didn’t: the laid-back, let-loose, neo-punk vibe here packs a punch. It can get a little cramped, but it’s a good place to boogie, thanks to resident DJ Ari.

Dogzstar opened in 2004, since then Dogzstar hosted the electronic and alternative culture and countless DJ’s and artist in the new location. They preserve the original line to the visitors from the mainstream and continue to offer alternative entertainment.

Dogzstar brings a new sense of fun to Beyoglu, and took intense interest in the alternative demand for culture, and has become the meeting point of a lot of local and international artists, writers, musicians, listeners and followers.

Jump and dance around to rock music at Dogzstar

Address:
Dogzstar
Kartal Sokak 3, Istanbul, Turkey
+90 212 244 91 47 / +90 212 244 91 48

For more info visit www.dogzstar.com

MiniMuzikhol is not a bar playing popular songs nor is it a traditional club blasting deafening dance music. The place intends to have both DJ performances and live bands and does not limit itself strictly to any musical genre. The goal is to create its own scene by adding some intelligence and meaning to the evening fun.

“Focus” nights are also organized at the hall during which differing musical cultures are honored with selected songs and visuals from their history. The first Focus night showcased Caribbean music and featured Reggae, Dub and Calypso styles.

Weekends are generally reserved for dance parties that serve to bring in the crowds that result in long lines at the door, so coming at an earlier hour is recommended.

MiniMuzikhol’s interior was designed by Melis and Sinem Kurultay while the installation in the main hall was designed and applied by Spanish artist Ovni. The permanent Anapop icon was created by Özlem Ölçer and the photography for the flyers is the work of Volga Yıldız. The slideshow and the decorative displays, meanwhile, were conceived by the etrafta.com Web site.

The founding partners consist of the staff of Web sites etrafta.com and undomondo.com, alongside the S.O.A.P. organization team led by Minas Balcıoğlu, from the famous (godet) club. All of them are well-known faces of Istanbul nightlife and all share the idea that the city is not particularly successful at offering different types of entertainment.

There are not many long-standing locations in Istanbul that have created their own identities and shaped their audiences. Peyote, Dogzstar, Babylon and Roxy in Beyoğlu or Dunia, Arkaoda and Karga in Kadıköy might be considered in that category – Mini Müzikhol is a likely candidate to join these select few.

Address
MiniMuzikhol
Sıraselviler Caddesi Soğancı Sokak Cihangir Palas 7/1
Taksim – Istanbul

Open through Wednesday’s to Saturday’s

Web: www.minimuzikhol.com

Çapamarka group is the company behind Joke Perestroyka, owner Izzet Çapa, whose name is well known amid Istanbul’s nightlife, also creator of popular places such as It’s A Joke, Cahide, Al Jamal, Longtable.

All the employees are dressed in world famous clothing brands such as Dolce & Gabbana and Dior.

The 400 square meter location is divided in several rooms with different settings from the Russian revolution, during the summer season you can party in the garden where a real war plane has been put up.

The most ambitious location has to be the bar, Pharmacy. A special laboratory where bartenders dressed up in doctor uniforms are at work and serve drinks in test tubes. Special drinks such as ‘Propaganda Vodka’ and ‘Doctor Jivago Cocktail’ are prepared.

Serdar Bilgili discovered a very popular Rose wine in the bottle of Magnum during a trip to America and thinks fits perfectly with Perestroyka. The Çapamarka group team has brought 100 empty Magnum bottles from America to Turkey and had the Magnum bottles filled on special request to Sibel Kutman with Doluca Rose Wine.

A real action movie was shot to set the right mood for Joke Perestroyka with Turkish top model Tuba Ünsal. The movie was shot in Beykoz at Old Shoe Factory. With Unsal wearing a 25-pound flamethrower on her shoulder.

Very fashionable, especially in New York, the ‘will be the life brunch on Saturday. Now it’s all the rage to party on Saturdays between 13.00-18.00 at Joke Perestroyka.

This new venue will bring color to Akaretler. Forget the economic chaos, get a drink and be ready for a new revolution at Joke Perestroyka!

Address:
Joke Perestroyka
Suleyman Seba Cad
Akaretler, Beşiktaş
Istanbul 34357 – Turkey

For more information visit Capamarka.com

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Located in Beyoğlu, in the heart of Istanbul’s main thoroughfare, Istiklal Avenue. A 131 years-old historical church has been renovated into an astonishing new multi-purpose space. A location that is open day and night to music, fun, art and design, To diverse projects from Turkey and abroad.

The Hall features an interior rhythm and flow which could be considered the opposite of traditional one-hall performance and events venues. It expands room by room, corridor by corridor, as each individual space connects to the next, and each space offers a plethora of limitless use and opportunity.

The functional flexibility of The Hall resides in its use of two separate spaces with two separate stages. The front hall features one main performance stage, three separate rooms and a fixed bar area. On the upper floor there is the VIP room and the artists’ room. The front stage continues into a fast-food corner and a kitchen that can handle any and all catering and party needs. A tunnel connects this court area to the second, ulterior stage. The parallel corridor to this second stage is an ideal and enchanting space specifically designed for exhibitions and workshops.

May you enjoy some unforgettable moments at “The Hall” and rediscover the magic of Istanbul nightlife.

Address:
The Hall Istanbul
Küçük Bayram Sokak, No: 7
Beyoğlu – İstanbul
Tel: (212 – 244 87 36)

For more information visit www.thehall.com.tr

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Cahide summer club is one of Istanbul’s premier venues. An escape from the typical Istanbul nightlife scene, to an alive Istanbul Style vibe.

Frequented by the most Magnetic people that this city has to offer, Cahide has become the “must-be-seen at” Hotspots. For either a nice blissful night to entertain with friends, or a zestful night of dancing to the hottest DJ, Cahide is the perfect spot for any celebration.

With a huge aquarium bar full with all kinds of exotic fish. Escape to the different colored VIP lounges. Cahide features it’s high-end selection of Champagne and distinct cocktails.

Located in Maçka park, each night hold it’s own distinct flavour show with local and international dancers.

There is an open kitchen at the venue offering Spanish cuisine. Italian and French music is played during dining hours.

Address:
CAHİDE Sayfiye (Summer Club)
Kadırgalar Cad. Maçka parkı içi
Maçka – İSTANBUL

Tel: (0212)219 65 30-31

For more information visit Capamarka.com

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Where the beautiful people come to sun themselves, sip world-class cocktails and nibble on the finest sushi and other international cuisine, Suada is befitting of glamorous Istanbul. Set in the middle of the Bosporus with a 360 degree panoramic view of Istanbul.

Suada Istanbul gives a unique beach experience. This island has a beach club that caters to guests with beach access and a swimming pool.

Suada is essentially a floating club in the Bosporus with a floating Olympic size pool.

Placed in the water at Kuruçeşme, the swimming deck Suada has a 360 degree panoramic view of the Bosphorus. It is popular with poolside parties on hot summer days.

For dinner you can choose from the following fine restaurants located on Suada. Suada kebap, Mezzaluna, Alan & GS, and Arsipel.

Boats shuttle guests to and from the mainland throughout the day.

Address:
Suada istanbul
Eski Galatasaray Adasi
Kurucesme
Tel: +90 212 263 7300

For more info visit

http://suadaclub.com.tr

Its design that almost looks like a cruise deck on one the most beautiful spots of the Bosphorus. The place which brings the best restaurants of the city together under one roof, with evening bar pleasure and club entertainment.

This summer club extraordinaire inspires a more ambivalent reaction among Istanbullus than any other venue you could name. Reina has become a celebrity hot spot for stars, such as Paris Hilton, Sting, Uma Thurman, Salma Hayek, Paul Allen, Gloria Estefan, Harry Potter, Kevin Costner, Lional Richie, Mike Tyson.

The outdoor complex sits on the edge of the Bosphorus just near the first suspension bridge, housing a handful of chic dining rooms around the periphery of a huge dance floor that buzzes into the small hours underneath a giant open-air chandelier.

Reina Restaurant, with its magnificent Bosphorus view, is continuing to host its guests in this summer with delicious dishes and peerless atmosphere.

Stunning tastes mainly from Mediterranean cuisine prepared by the chief cook Tevfik Alparslan, prepares delicious meals such as hot asparagus tart, snails, grilled lamb loin, calf fillet with “marsala” sauce, Indonesian style duck loin, Reina show of chief and casatta with honey and nuts. You can see the signature of Barbara Pensoy in the decoration of Reina.

Take a chance and see if you can “bump” into your favorite celebrity. However, remember you may be in line for quite a while, unless you find your way to “the VIP list”.

Door policy is strict, so dress smart and keep group male–female ratios balanced.

Address:
Reina Istanbul
Muallim Naci Cad. No: 44
Ortakoy – Istanbul

Tel: +90 212 259 5919

For more info visit Reina’s website www.reina.com.tr

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