Zuma Restaurant, situated in Ortakoy prevailing the Bosphorous view, is serving its customers with its terrace in summer as well as its indoor facilities.

Its plain decoration, created loyal to its original identity, forms a suitable ground for the rich visuality of the food being served.The plain atmosphere dominant in Zuma, in which all the furniture are brought from all over the world –from Brazil to Japan, unites with the view of Bosphorous.

Zuma Istanbul consists of two floors. On the upper floor bar and bar lounge area, and on the entrance floor is the main dining room is situated. Sushi Bar and Robata Grill Bar is also on the entrance floor. Sushi Bar offers many different kind of sushi in a broad variety via open kitchen style. In Robata Grill Bar vegetables, poultry and meats are prepared and served with special sauces.

Zuma has very special food service styles with plates made special to Zuma. Zuma is spoken of it cocktails prepared by London Zuma barmen as well as its food and service style. Zuma serves lunch and diner.

Address:
Zuma istanbul
Salhane Sk. No:7
Ortakoy – Istanbul

Tel: +90 212 236 2296

www.zumarestaurant.com

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Beyrouth is located in the historic Akaretler Row Houses where Al Jamal used to be.

The owner of Beyrouth, Izzet Çapa, whose name is well known amid Istanbul’s nightlife, also created Al Jamal. Just like Al Jamal, the food is delicious and the show is great.

The menu is quite extensive with hot and cold meze, pide, lahmacun, risottos and pizzas to burgers and salads. You can select from the menu based on your horoscope or try the flavours that could be adapted to the evening, like champagne, vodka and whiskey flavoured ones.

As the day moves into night the venue transforms into the place to see and be seen. People appear as if they just left the ball or a wedding as they try all the items on the cocktail menu one at a time. The music moves from Arabic to Turkish and the signature belly dancer shows of Capa venue begins.

The belly dancer shows, which begin after 23.00, get those who claim not to dance to Turkish pop on their feet to get the unmistakeable Capamarka effect.

Adres :
Beyrouth Cafe and Club
Süleyman Seba Caddesi 42-46
Akaretler, Beşiktaş
Istanbul

Tel: (212) 2365017

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Sunset Istanbul is located on the hills of Ulus and has one of the greatest views of Istanbul, overlooking the Bosphorus.

The food is excellent and a mixture of international cuisine and Turkish dishes. It also has an excellent Sushi Bar attended by Japanese chefs trained in their native homeland. If not ordering from the sushi or sashimi menu, other appetizers include foie gras on mandarin brioche, octopus carpaccio or salmon tartar. Lighter starters include wild mushroom risotto or mixed greens with herbs grown in the on-site garden. Main course is a medley of land and sea with veal chops and grilled T-bone vying with grilled monkfish or lobster linguine. A traditional Turkish menu is also on hand for more-authentic menu options like kebabs or lamb shank and a top international wine list.

Sunset Istanbul offers an enormous outdoor dining roof draped in white triangular canopies that perfectly frame the city skyline and nearby waterfront. Inside, a more sedate setting of floor-to-ceiling glass windows surrounds a lofty dining room with pendant lighting and neutral color scheme or creams and whites. Off the main terrace is a hip bar and large lounge area with candlelit tabletops and barstool seating that captures some of the best upscale singles crowds in the city for weekend live music and midnight mingling.

Address:
Sunset Istanbul
Adnan Saygun Caddesi, Yol Sokak No:2,
Ulus Parkı, Ulus İstanbul
Tel: +90 0212 287 03 57 / 58

Website www.sunsetgrillbar.com

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The multi award winning 360 istanbul is set in a penthouse perched on a 19th century apartment building overlooking the old embassy row in Beyoglu. It commands a 360 breathe taking view of istanbul all the way up of St Antoine’s Church and across the Bosphorus strait to the Hagia Sophia and out to the Sea of Marmara.

360 is open for lunch and dinner, offering a twist on the modern Turkish meze fused with international cuisine and an exclusive wine selection. 360 turns into Club360 on the weekends so come enjoy your fresh elixir while listening to the talented Djs and live performances. 360 istanbul also endocrine’s the 360 concept of dining experience. This concept consists of four crucial elements; Cuisine – Design – Entertainment and Atmosphere. All elements in 360istanbul coexist in harmony. There are three conncected areas – 360Bar, Lounge Bar and Fire Bar – each decorated in an elegant, minimalist style.

Enjoy the best taste Istanbul has to offer with a mix of traditional Turkish cuisine and international influences. You can guarantee that you will have one of the most remarkable dining experiences in you life.

Address:
Istiklal Caddesi Misir Apt. No:311 K:8
Beyoglu – Istanbul

Tel +90-212-251-1042

website www.360istanbul.com

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The owner of Al Jamal, Izzet Çapa, whose name is well known amid Istanbul’s nightlife, also created Cahide. Just like Cahide, the food is delicious and the show is great.

There is a choice between the Turkish raki and international fine wine. There are regional fresh meze, which include yoghurt, muhammara, manti, eggplant salad, and hummus.

Feel like a sultan in the harem like interior design and fascinating mixture of “western” and “oriental” music. Warm appetizers, including falafel, lahmacun (Turkish pizza with minced meat), and çig börek are served as a live singer makes it through the tables, followed by a live Beautiful, breathtaking belly dance performance.

An impressive number of celebrities and draws loyal clientele from destinations all over the city and the world.

Al Jamal offers a truly one-of-a-kind Istanbul event experience with a great Bosporus view.

Address:
Al Jamal
Taskisla Cad. No:3 Macka Demokrasi
Parki ici
tel +90 231 0356

For more information visit Capamarka.com

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Papermoon Istanbul is popular among Istanbul high society and famous people and as trendy as anything in Los Angeles or New York. Most popular dishes include linguine, seafood pappardelle, gorgonzola gnocchi and spaghetti vongole.

With its sophisticated design, tranquil atmosphere, meticulous service and delicious food, the world-famous Italian restaurant Paper Moon has been successfully serving in Istanbul since 1996 following Milan and New York.

Enrica and Pio Rossi founded this elite restaurant, which was named after the movie titled Paper Moon. The duo, which opened their first restaurant in Milan 30 years ago, is preparing the menus with the target of modernizing the cuisine by creating light and fresh dishes. With its delicious menus, mainly comprised of pasta, pizza and salad variations and a cozy atmosphere, the restaurant became so popular that the partners opened their second restaurant in New York within 12 years in 1989. Following this restaurant, Paper Moon became internationally renowned and soon it was a drop-in spot for those who crave for thin-dough Italian pizza.

The third Paper Moon was opened in 1996 in Akmerkez, Istanbul, as a Turkish-Italian joint venture and soon became one of the hottest spots of Istanbul, both for lunch breaks and elegant dinners. This attraction was owed to the delicious dishes and quality wine cellar as well as the touch of Tony Chi, who also designed Paper Moon New York. Paper Moon Istanbul has a size of 610 m. In addition to the 60-seat-capacity bar, 160 people can be served simultaneously in three different halls. The harmonic use of wood and leather draws attention in the main hall, which has a rather stylish ambiance.

Paper Moon, which offers seafood and steak dishes in addition to pizzas and pastas, keeps its popularity without compromising its top-quality service and successful management. Paper Moon Istanbul is located on a spot, where popularity and prestige go hand-in-hand. The restaurant is doubtlessly a sector leader with its decoration, location, architectural design and lighting. The Interior Design Award given by Restaurants and Institutions-New York in 1997, and the Interior Lighting Award by Lumens-New York in 1998 confirm the success and quality of the restaurant.

Open 7 days of the week from noon until 1 a.m., Paper Moon is inviting guests, who wish to escape from the hectic environment of the daily life for at least a couple of hours, into its pleasurable atmosphere, created by an outstanding decoration and exquisite dishes.

Address:
Paper Moon Istanbul
Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Residence Alt Katı
Etiler – Istanbul

Tel : +90 212 282 16 16

website: www.papermoon.com.tr

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If you are amongst the people who’s motto is “I have lots of things to celebrate in my life”, Levendiz is the best place for you. Reflecting the traditional meyhane culture with its unique Bosphorus view, outstanding foods and high quality service; Levendiz is open 6 days a week between 20.00-01.00.

Levendiz is mostly known with seafood specials and 18 types of Greek mezes mixed with the flavors of traditional Turkish cuisine. The attraction of foods is integrated with the wonderful Bosphorus view and enriched by Turkish and Greek live music performed by Buzuki Uğur and his band.

Levendiz is calling you
Levendiz Greek Tavern who can host 130 people, is the most privilegied meyhane in Istanbul night life. It provides the perfect night experience across the unique Bosphorus landscape, and serves the forgotten community mezes.

At the tavern, the time of drinking begins with the sunset, continues with “çilingir sofrası” table accompanyling rakı, cacıki, Greek salad, bowl of green aromatic herbs; continues with the tripe mezes from the 18th century… Dishes are followed by a plate of small fishes and special mastic dessert or semolina dessert.

Levendiz is at the top of İstanbul’s best restaurants league in winter time. Dance, music, laughs and pleasure are completing the Levendiz night. A place that you can have an unforgettable night with your guests, a place that will keep the loveliest part of your memories… Enjoy yourself, enjoy the Bosphorus while drinking raki and tasting incredible mezes at Levendiz Greek tavern. Let all these beauties get you drunk!

ENJOY THE REAL MEYHANE PLEASURE WITH LEVENDİZ GREEK TAVERN

Prices:
Weekdays: 95 TL per person included food and unlimited local drinks
Weekend (Friday&Saturday) 110 TL per person included food and unlimited local drinks

Levendiz
Muallim Naci Caddesi No:71
Ortaköy/İstanbul
www.blackk.net/blackk.net/

Reservation number: 0 212 236 72 56 – 57

It is a great pleasure to eat in the distinguished environment of Vogue which is surrounded with the Bosphorous view. The sushi bar with its wide selection alternatives and tastes is the most preferred in Istanbul. The Chef presents selections from the World and Mediterranean cuisines with appetizing and delicious dishes. In Vogue Restaurant presentation of all food is as important as their taste.

Besides its very special wine menu, the restaurant also offers a wide selection of selective cigars.

Vogue Restaurant & Bar, has a capacity of seat 150 people in winter and 240 people in summer (3 terraces, one used as bar, two as restaurant), serves as a restaurant from 12:00 till 15:00 for lunch and from 19:00 till 02:00 for dinner & bar.

An open-buffet breakfast is also available from 10:30 till 16:00 on Sundays. The buffet offers selection of Turkish cheese, jams, meat, olives, bread, and a menu of traditional Turkish and International breakfast alternatives.

Live music is played by DJs everynight. Thursday nights are especially happening and full of action. All credit cards are valid, valet parking service is available.

Address:
Vogue Istanbul
Spor Caddesi 48 BJK Plaza A Blok 13
Akaretler – Besiktas

Tel: (0212) 227 4404

Opening – Closing
12:00 03:00

For reservations and more information visit www.istanbuldoors.com

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Arabesque located in the posh Maçka neighborhood, successfully combines the oriental spirit with with its delicious food, incredible interior design, colorful shows and fabulous belly dancing performance.

The owner of Arabesque, Izzet Çapa, whose name is well known amid Istanbul’s nightlife, also created Al Jamal and Beyrouth. Just like Beyrouth, the food is delicious and the show is great.

With walls decorated by famous Beirut graffiti artist Yahya Muhakkin, this elegant, unique restaurant and nightclub creates a refreshing atmosphere with its pop-Arabic cuisine and neo-Lebanese concept.

Feel like a sultan in the harem like interior design and fascinating mixture of “western” and “oriental” music. Eat regional fresh meze from mirror-topped tables scattered with rose petals, including falafel, lahmacun (Turkish pizza with minced meat), and çig börek are served as a live singer makes it through the tables, followed by a live Beautiful, breathtaking belly dance performance. The star of the night is usually an exquisitely lithe male dancer, dressed almost exactly the same as the girls with the addition of glittery body paint on his naked torso.

Arabesque offers belly dancing performances every night, with DJ performances after the show, spinning Turkish and Arab beats. Arabesque offers a truly one-of-a-kind Istanbul event experience with a great Bosporus view.

Address:
Arabesque
Taşkışla Cad. Maçka Demokrasi Parkı Yani No:19
Maçka – Istanbul
Tel: (212) 231 03 56

For more information visit Capamarka.com or follow on facebook.

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Banyan is a ‘dream come true’. It is a dream built by a couple (Asli & Cem) who have a strong passion for food and desire to create.

Banyan is known for its’ unique, creative food and drinks. Seabass wrapped in a banana leaf, Sichuan pepper steak, Asian beef, chicken or duck satays served on mini charcoal bbq, variety of steamed Chinese ‘Dim Sums’, Asian Fusion tea with kakule and dried orange slices, vodka with fresh pomegranate juice are just a few samples from the menu.

Banyan is known for its’ healthy food. Its’ famous home-made bread, special sauces that are prepared with all fresh ingredients, mostly preferred ‘grill’ and ‘wok’ cooking techniques, juices prepared with the freshest fruits and vegetables, great variety of healing tea selections are all comparable to the quality of home cooking.

Banyan is a place wishing to share the simple pleasures of life through food.

Address:
Banyan
Muallim Naci Caddesi, 3 Salhane Sokak
Ortaköy – Istanbul
Tel: +90 212 259 9060

website: www.banyanrestaurant.com

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