Travel video guide
Kartal Gökberk in İstanbul: 4 Spots
This guide turns KARTAL GÖKBERK LEZZET REHBERİ (SİZDEN GELENLER) from Kartal Gökberk into a practical food map with 4 saved spots around Avcılar, Beşiktaş, and Kartal. The mapped places include a bakery stop and a restaurant stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Kartal Gökberk was exceptionally impressed by the döner at Sürmene Döner, claiming it was the best he had ever eaten and officially adding it to his guide. He noted the unique juiciness of the meat and the high quality of the 95% beef and 5% lamb blend. The experience was so positive that he and Zeynep agreed they would travel across Istanbul specifically to eat there again.
What this map is good for
- Planning a bakery stop or short itinerary in Avcılar.
- 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
- Surmene Doner
Turkish Restaurant in Cennet, Alparslan Cd. No:68, 34290 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Türkiye, Cennet, Küçükçekmece, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Öz Trabzon Ekmek Fırını
Bakery in Karlıktepe, Fahri Korutürk Cd. 58/A, 34870 Kartal/İstanbul, Türkiye, Karlıktepe, Kartal, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Supernormal Burger Etiler
Hamburger Restaurant in Etiler, Bebek Yokuşu Sok. 1/2, 34337 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Etiler, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Altin Sini
Restaurant in Ambarlı, Dr. Sadık Ahmet Cd. No:230 D:1, 34315 Avcılar/İstanbul, Türkiye, Ambarlı, Avcılar, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Et döner
- Pilav üstü döner
- Ekmek arası döner
- Dürüm döner
- Susurluk ayranı
- Patlıcan kebabı
Experiences captured
- Visited Sürmene Döner in Cennet Mahallesi
- Evaluated wood-fired and ember-cooked meat
- Compared different döner shops for a guide
- Traveled to Beylikdüzü and Avcılar districts
- Found money on the ground
- Visited Altın Sini for seasonal eggplant kebab
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 website of the Avcılar Municipality provides information on local history, cultural events, parks, and public services for the district of Istanbul.
Planning questions
Where did Kartal Gökberk eat in İstanbul?
This guide maps all 4 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in İstanbul.
What are the must-try foods in İstanbul?
Creator picks from the video include Et döner, Pilav üstü döner, Ekmek arası döner, Dürüm döner. 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 food 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.