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Nişantaşi, Bomonti & Harbiye


A prominent mural of two astronauts kissing forms a distinctive backdrop in the front bar of this popular bar, which gets packed to the rafters (and plenty loud) on weekends. The rear smoking area is equally busy. Beer is the tipple of choice – choose from American, German and Turkish brands. It's opposite the Topağacı taxi station.


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