Karaköy Lokantası
A famous spot in Karaköy selected for the 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand, operating as a traditional lunch spot by day and transforming into a meze tavern by night.
Selected for the Michelin Guide Turkey 2026 Bib Gourmand, this spot serves as a casual neighborhood lunch spot during the day and transforms into a Turkish tavern (meyhane) in the evening. The signatures are various mezes and sharing plates with subtle Greek influences; the fish roe paste (tarama) served with toasted bread is highly praised, and Hünkar Beğendi (Sultan's Delight) can be ordered at lunch. Reservations are recommended for weekend lunches, while weekday dinners are easier to book; open for dinner only on Sundays. The average cost is about $50–$100 per person. Located on Kemankeş Street in Karaköy, near the Galata Bridge area.
Opening hours
Mon–Sat 12:00–16:00, 17:30–23:30; Sun 16:00–23:30
Nearby sights
- Galataport
- Istanbul Modern
- Galata Tower
- Galata Bridge & Eminönü
- Pera Museum
- İstiklal Avenue & Taksim Square
- Topkapi Palace
- Gülhane Park