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Where to Eat in İstanbul, Şile: Ayak Paça Çorbası
This guide turns İSTANBUL’DA GECE NE YENİR 2!!! @FIRATSOBUTAY from Hatay Sandık İçi into a practical restaurant map with 6 saved spots around İstanbul. The mapped places include a kebab shop, a restaurant stop, and an university. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Hatay Sandık İçi explored Istanbul's late-night food scene, starting with a rich, collagen-packed kelle paça soup that he described as 'Turkish medicine.' He was particularly impressed by the 24/7 bustle of the soup shop and the authentic preparation of charcoal-grilled kuzu kokoreç. The highlight was the nostalgic street food experience shared with Fırat Sobutay, emphasizing the importance of crispy bread and proper seasoning.
What this map is good for
- Planning a turkish restaurant stop or short itinerary in İstanbul.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 6 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
- Kervansaray
Turkish Restaurant in Kervansaray, 34983 Şile/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Şile, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - SARIHAN İŞKEMBE & RESTAURANT
Kebab Shop in Yeşilova, E5 yolu Üzeri 58/A, 34295 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Küçükçekmece, Türkiye
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - ȘIRDANCI EȘO
Turkish Restaurant in Acıbadem, Sarayardı Cd. No:68 D:1, 34660 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Kadıköy, Türkiye
Price level: Cheap - Kervansaray Kelle Paca Salonu
Restaurant in Yenibosna Merkez, Yıldırım Beyazıt Cd. No:212, 34197 Bahçelievler/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Bahçelievler, Türkiye
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Kaburgacı Nurettin
Kebab Shop in Tepeüstü, Alemdağ Cd no:223 D:g, 34073 Ümraniye/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Ümraniye, Türkiye
Price level: Expensive - Şahane Sokak
University in Veysel Karani, Şahane Sk, 34885 Sancaktepe/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Sancaktepe, Türkiye
Food notes from the video
- ayak paça çorbası
- kelle paça çorbası
- marul salatası
- İzmir usulü kuzu kokoreç
- kasap sucuğu ekmek
Experiences captured
- visited Kervansaray Kelle Paça in Ümraniye
- observed the 5-hour soup preparation process
- dined with guest Fırat Sobutay
- experienced a crowded 24/7 soup restaurant
- visited Şahane Gurme for street food
- watched İzmir style kokoreç being prepared on charcoal
- tasted spicy salad that caused a coughing fit
Planning notes for Istanbul
Istanbul, located on both the European and Asian continents, is a city with a documented history spanning over 2,500 years. Originally established as Byzantium in approximately 660 BCE, it later served as the capital for the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires under the name Constantinople before being renamed Istanbul. The city's historical heritage is preserved within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of its historic peninsula, which contains structures such as the 5th-century Walls of Constantinople.
Must-try foods nearby
- Cağ Kebabı
A trending favorite in 2026, this Erzurum-origin horizontal spit kebab features marinated lamb cooked over a wood fire. - Balık Dürüm
A modern evolution of the classic fish sandwich, this 'fish wrap' has become the ultimate 2026 street food. - Iskender Kebab
An iconic masterpiece consisting of thinly sliced döner meat laid over pieces of warm pide bread. - Serpme Kahvaltı
The quintessential Turkish breakfast spread. In 2026, 'Van-style' breakfast houses remain the trend, featuring dozens of small plates including kaymak (clotted cream) with honey. - Mantı
Tiny, handmade Turkish dumplings typically filled with spiced ground meat. They are topped with a garlic-yogurt sauce and a drizzle of melted butter infused with Aleppo pepper.
When to go: The best time to visit Istanbul is during the shoulder seasons of spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October).
Local tips
- Purchase an Istanbulkart for seamless access to all public transport, including ferries and trams, as most systems no longer accept cash.
- Always carry some cash in Turkish Lira for small purchases and tipping, as many restaurants do not allow adding gratuities to credit card payments.
- When dining at sit-down restaurants, it is customary to leave a cash tip of 5-10% of the total bill if a service charge is not already included.
- Use ride-hailing apps like BiTaksi or Uber to secure official yellow taxis and ensure the meter is used to avoid common overcharging scams.
What travelers are noticing
- Haydarpaşa and Sirkeci Cultural Hubs: The historic train stations are completing their transformation into major cultural centers with museums and performance spaces.
- Digital Art & Electronic Music Festival: A new city-wide debut combining AI-driven visuals and live electronic performances in historic venues.
- Istanbul Modern 21st Anniversary: The museum is hosting major 2026 retrospectives including 'Semiha Berksoy: Aria of All Colors' and 'Panorama: Dreams and Places.'
Official tourism resource
The official tourism portal of Istanbul, managed by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Tourism Branch Directorate.
Planning questions
Where did Hatay Sandık İçi eat in İstanbul, Şile?
This guide maps all 6 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in İstanbul, Şile.
What are the must-try foods in İstanbul, Şile?
Creator picks from the video include ayak paça çorbası, kelle paça çorbası, marul salatası, İzmir usulü kuzu kokoreç. 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.