Best Bars drinks in Istanbul
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From the classic Yeni Lokanta and 360 Istanbul, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.8 · 2,752 reviews
Discover Yeni Lokanta, the Michelin-rated restaurant a short walk from Taksim Square. Pick the fish or meat route and work through a carefully plated multi-course menu of modern Turkish cooking.
★ 4.0 · 6,242 reviews
Discover 360 Istanbul, a penthouse restaurant above Istiklal Street where dinner, drinks and views share one table. Order modern Turkish meze, linger over the skyline, and stay late as weekend DJs take over the room.
★ 4.3 · 2,187 reviews
Take a seat at Piraye Taş Plak Meyhanesi, a traditional Istanbul tavern loved by locals. Share a table of mezze and fresh fish and let the meal unfold over a relaxed couple of hours.
★ 4.7 · 667 reviews
Discover AŞEKA KARAKÖY, the Michelin-starred dinner address in Karaköy. Settle in for a two-hour evening of à la carte dishes, including well-reviewed lamb, in a trendy, couple-friendly room.
★ 4.4 · 1,393 reviews
Settle in at Safa Meyhanesi, one of Istanbul's oldest tavern-style restaurants. Share a table of mezze with fish and salad in a characterful room and take your time over the evening.
★ 4.1 · 4,625 reviews
Discover Sunset Grill & Bar, a glamorous hilltop restaurant with sweeping views of the bridge. Order Mediterranean plates or sushi and linger from golden hour into a late-night cocktail.
★ 4.4 · 1,604 reviews
Settle into Agora Meyhanesi 1890, a history-soaked meyhane in Balat's old streets. Share fresh mezze and rakı in a snug, traditional room where an evening naturally stretches into hours.
★ 3.7 · 1,510 reviews
Discover Monkey Istanbul, a rooftop cocktail bar overlooking the waterway. Time your arrival for sunset, grab a spot at the front, and watch the city light up over a well-made drink.
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★ 4.5 · 1,825 reviews
Discover Nardis Jazz Club, a cosy old-school jazz room beside the Galata Tower. Grab a table, order a cocktail, and listen to tight live sets from local and visiting musicians.
★ 4.7 · 4,469 reviews
Step aboard the Bosphorus Sunset & Day Time Cruise for a compact 75 minutes on the water. Pass Dolmabahçe Palace and Rumeli Fortress while snacking and taking photographs from the open deck.
★ 4.7 · 3,785 reviews
Discover The Townhouse, a buzzing restaurant and bar with a stylish patio in the heart of Istanbul. Settle in for elevated pub food and well-made cocktails, from an afternoon Negroni to a long dinner.
★ 4.8 · 1,368 reviews
Discover FLEKK, a dark and effortlessly stylish cocktail bar in Istanbul. Sip fresh, inventive drinks prepared by a skilled bar team in a cozy yet chic setting built for evenings out.
★ 4.4 · 1,635 reviews
Discover 16 Roof Bar & Restaurant, the rooftop of the Swissotel The Bosphorus. Order cocktails and dishes like the crispy shrimp while the evening music and service set the mood for a polished night out.
★ 4.5 · 672 reviews
Pull up a seat at Ney'le Mey'le Meyhane, a lively Turkish tavern just off the avenue. Share meze like hot hummus with butter and sea bass, with a fish or hot dish to follow.
★ 4.5 · 2,899 reviews
Settle in at Muutto Anatolian Tapas Bar, a stylish Galataport spot with water views. Share Anatolian small plates and larger dishes like beef rib while the evening light fades over the harbour.
★ 4.7 · 502 reviews
Cast off from Eminönü on the Bosphorus sunset boat cruise. Watch palaces, mosques and bridges slide past as the light fades, with live commentary and a choice between warm indoor seats and the open deck.
★ 4.1 · 946 reviews
Find a table at Yakup2 in Beyoğlu for a sociable meal built around shared plates. Order a round of mezze, including the much-praised hot hummus with beef, in a buzzing, well-run dining room.
★ 3.6 · 2,146 reviews
Discover RUBY, a lively Ortaköy restaurant-bar that keeps going until 04:00. Share fresh fish, good meats and starters, then stay on for the late-night buzz.
★ 4.5 · 1,013 reviews
Discover Bova Jazz Club, a cosy Istanbul jazz bar where live bands carry the night. Grab a table, order a drink, and let the late-starting set draw you in, even if jazz is new to you.
★ 4.7 · 78 reviews
Discover Topside Bar, a rooftop hideaway on top of the Peninsula hotel by the port. Sip a cocktail or glass of wine while the Bosphorus, the skyline and the Galata Tower unfold around you.
★ 4.0 · 1,384 reviews
Discover Spago Istanbul by Wolfgang Puck, the St. Regis restaurant that pairs refined global cooking with a lively bar scene. Begin with cocktails on the rooftop, then settle in for a long, polished dinner.
★ 4.2 · 886 reviews
Discover Paolina, a vibrant cocktail bar in Istanbul with a creative menu and a good playlist. Order a signature drink, pick at the complimentary nuts and pickles, and settle in for the evening.
★ 4.3 · 858 reviews
Discover Geyik, a Cihangir bar with a relaxed vibe and stylish decor. Order from a well-regarded cocktail list made by informed staff while good music keeps the evening flowing.
★ 4.8 · 858 reviews
Discover Solera Winery, a favourite wine spot in Istanbul for exploring Turkish wines. Taste your way through several glasses with sommelier guidance and enjoy good food in a relaxed, music-filled room.
★ 4.4 · 2,325 reviews
Discover Tiny Drinkery House, a small, photogenic cocktail bar that pulls you in with its decor. Perch at the bar, order inventive drinks with a burger on the side, and stay late.
★ 4.4 · 2,716 reviews
Seek out Mürver Restaurant, a signless Beyoğlu hideaway with a view that earns its reputation. Order the charred octopus and sour cherry hummus for a calm, festive evening.
★ 4.8 · 1,408 reviews
Discover Istanbul after dark on a party-bus pub crawl that takes you from a lively meeting bar to rooftop clubs. Play icebreaker games, ride between venues with friendly hosts, enjoy welcome shots and dance your way to Taksim.
★ 4.2 · 875 reviews
Discover Sensus Wine Boutique Galata, a quiet wine bar steps from Galata Tower. Try a wine flight with a cheese plate in a cosy, elegantly decorated room.
★ 4.5 · 366 reviews
Discover Agata İstanbul, a gastropub where cocktails are the main event. Settle in for carefully crafted drinks from a bartender proud of the menu, paired with a few aperitif-style plates.
★ 4.6 · 298 reviews
Discover Loxxi Brasserie, a stylish spot in Istanbul that stays open from breakfast to the small hours. Settle in for a long meal with drinks and a view, ideally on a quieter weekday.
Istanbul · 🍽️ Food
Yeni Lokanta
1h15
Istanbul · 🌙 Nightlife
360 Istanbul
2h
Piraye Taş Plak Meyhanesi
AŞEKA KARAKÖY
Safa Meyhanesi
Sunset Grill & Bar
1h45
Agora Meyhanesi 1890
Istanbul · 🍸 Drinks
Monkey Istanbul
1h30
Nardis Jazz Club
Istanbul · 🎭 Entertainment
Bosphorus Sunset & Day Time Cruise, Drinks & Snack
The Townhouse
FLEKK
16 Roof Bar & Restaurant - Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul
Ney'le Mey'le Meyhane
Muutto Anatolian Tapas Bar
Explore Bosphorous on a Sunset Boat Cruise
Yakup2 Restaurant Beyoğlu
RUBY
2h30
Bova Jazz Club
Topside Bar
Spago Istanbul by Wolfgang Puck
Paolina
Geyik
Solera Winery
Tiny Drinkery House
Mürver Restaurant
Party Pub Crawl with Party Bus
5h
Sensus Wine Boutique Galata
Agata İstanbul
Loxxi Brasserie
