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Oğuz Yenihayat in Fatih, İstanbul: 4 Spots
This guide turns Misafirim Var: CLAUDIO CHINALI | Kitel, mumbar, kazandibi ve İtalyan lezzetleri from Oğuz Yenihayat into a practical restaurant map with 4 saved spots around Fatih and Beşiktaş. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a dessert shop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Oğuz Yenihayat hosted Chef Claudio Chinali in Fatih to challenge the stereotype that Italian chefs only prefer pasta and pizza. He was surprised and delighted by Claudio's genuine passion for traditional Turkish offal dishes like mumbar. The experience highlighted the shared culinary bond between the two cultures through authentic, boutique home-style cooking.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in Fatih.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 4 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Kıztaşı Muhallebicisi - Fatih Doğal Yoğurt
Dessert Shop in İskenderpaşa, Sofular Cd. No:51/A, 34000 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, İskenderpaşa, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Terrazza Italia
Italian Restaurant in Zorlu Center, Levazım, Vadi Cd No:2, 34340 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Levazım, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Asmaaltı Büfe Tost&Çorba&Menemen
Restaurant in İskenderpaşa, Horhor Cd. 24/A, 34000 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, İskenderpaşa, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Kitel İmmi & Kitel Burger
Restaurant in İskenderpaşa, Kızanlık Cd., 34080 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, İskenderpaşa, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- haşlanmış içli köfte
- mumbar dolması
- kuru patlıcan dolması
- kuru biber dolması
- yaprak sarma
- çay
Experiences captured
- visited a local tea garden in Fatih
- hosted Italian Chef Claudio Chinali
- ate Siirt-style home cooking at Ümit Abla's shop
- ate stuffed meatballs by hand
- discussed offal culture in Italy and Turkey
- walked through the streets of Fatih
Planning notes for Beşiktaş
Located in the Beşiktaş district on the European side of Istanbul, Etiler is a residential and commercial neighborhood that transitioned from an unpopulated area to a planned urban settlement in the 1950s. Its name is the Turkish word for the Hittites.
Must-try foods nearby
- Hünkar Beğendi
A masterpiece of Ottoman palace cuisine, this 'Sultan's Delight' features tender, slow-cooked lamb or beef served over a smoky. - Tombik Döner
While döner is everywhere, the 'Tombik' (chubby) version at Karadeniz Döner Asım Usta in nearby Beşiktaş is legendary. - Lokum (Steak)
In the upscale steakhouse culture of Etiler, 'Lokum' refers to ultra-tender, butter-soft slices of beef tenderloin. - Bodrum Mantısı
A local favorite in Etiler, these tiny, hand-folded Turkish dumplings are typically stuffed with spiced meat. - Bal Kaymak Breakfast
The ultimate Turkish breakfast luxury. It consists of thick, clotted water buffalo cream (kaymak) drizzled with high-quality honey (bal), served with warm, crusty bread.
When to go: The best time to visit Etiler is during the spring (May to June) or autumn (September to October) when the weather is mild and perfect for enjoying the district’s upscale outdoor cafes and parks. Summer can be uncomfortably humid and crowded.
Local tips
- Use the M6 metro line to reach Etiler efficiently and avoid the heavy traffic typical of the Beşiktaş district's narrow, hilly streets.
- Dress in smart-casual attire when dining in Etiler, as it is one of Istanbul's most affluent neighborhoods where locals often dress formally for social outings.
- Expect to pay a service charge at high-end restaurants, but it is still customary to leave an additional 5-10% cash tip for exceptional service.
- Always use a metered taxi or a reputable ride-hailing app like BiTaksi to ensure fair pricing and safety when traveling late at night.
What travelers are noticing
- Arkestra: This Michelin-recognized 'listening room' and restaurant in a restored Etiler villa remains a top viral spot for its fusion of high-end gastronomy and curated vinyl music culture.
- Luxury EV Dining Services: High-end establishments like TURK Fatih Tutak are trending by offering private chauffeur services in Turkish-made luxury electric vehicles for a seamless 'door-to-door' fine dining experience.
- Ulus 29 & Sunset Grill: These classic hilltop venues are seeing a 2026 resurgence as 'destination retail' hubs, blending panoramic Bosphorus views with exclusive fashion pop-ups and immersive brand experiences.
Official tourism resource
The official tourism portal for Istanbul, providing comprehensive guides to the historic Fatih district, including its Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks.
Planning questions
Where did Oğuz Yenihayat eat in Fatih, İstanbul?
This guide maps all 4 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Fatih, İstanbul.
What are the must-try foods in Fatih, İstanbul?
Creator picks from the video include haşlanmış içli köfte, mumbar dolması, kuru patlıcan dolması, kuru biber dolması. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this restaurant map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.