Hayvore

Top choice in Beyoğlu


Notable lokantas (traditional eateries serving ready-made dishes) are rare in modern-day Beyoğlu, so the existence of this bustling place next to the Galatasaray Lycée is to be wholeheartedly celebrated. Specialising in Black Sea cuisine, its delicious pilafs, pides (Turkish-style pizza), hamsi (fresh anchovy) dishes, and vegetable and fish soups are best enjoyed at lunch – go early to score a table.


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