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Where to Eat in Kadıköy, İstanbul: All 4 Spots + Addresses
This guide turns BOSTANCI LEZZETLERİ: Cemal Süreya'nın yeri, tarihi esnaf lokantası, çok iyi lahmacun ve Kilis tava from Oğuz Yenihayat into a practical restaurant map with 4 saved spots around Kadıköy. The mapped places include a restaurant stop, a bakery stop, and a diner. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Oğuz Yenihayat enjoyed a nostalgic culinary tour of Bostancı, highlighting a historic bakery where guests can bring their own breakfast fixings. He was particularly impressed by the 1962-established artisan restaurant, where he paired fresh, year-round Ramadan pide with traditional dishes like döner and Hünkar beğendi. His experience emphasized the enduring quality and welcoming atmosphere of long-standing neighborhood establishments.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in Kadıköy.
- 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
- Hatay Restaurant
Restaurant in Bostancı, Bağdat Cad. No:526, 34744 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Bostancı, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - Antep Kuzu Lahmacun - Kilis Tava
Restaurant in özkur apt, Bostancı, Bostancı Camii Sk No:24 H, 34744 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Bostancı, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - TARİHİ ŞEN LOKANTASI
Diner in Bostancı, Vukela Cd. No:10, 34744 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Bostancı, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Demircioğlu Suadiye Fırın
Bakery in Bostancı, Vukela Cd. 13A, 34744 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Bostancı, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Mahlepli çatal
- Muzlu rulo pasta
- Zeytinyağlı pastane simidi
- Odun ateşinde sokak simidi
- Dere otlu peynirli poğaça
- Çıtır top
- Et döner
- Hünkar beğendi
- 2 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- Visited a historic neighborhood bakery in Bostancı
- Compared artisanal bakery simit with traditional street simit
- Had a DIY breakfast with outside ingredients at a bakery
- Dined at a 1962-established traditional artisan restaurant
- Met with second-generation restaurant owner Ramazan Bey
- Tasted fresh egg-topped Ramadan pide served year-round
- Explored a wide variety of daily prepared tray dishes
Planning notes for Kadıköy
Caddebostan, a neighborhood in the Kadıköy district on Istanbul’s Asian side, occupies land that corresponds to the Byzantine-era settlement of Rouphinianai. Historically, the area functioned as a summer resort for the Ottoman administrative class.
Must-try foods nearby
- Coal-Fired Buffalo Wings
A legendary Caddebostan staple at Bibuçuk, these wings are cooked over a charcoal fire to achieve a smoky, crispy exterior while remaining juicy. - Artisan Sour & Sweet Sourdough
From the trending Sour&Sweet Bakery on Plaj Yolu, these long-fermented sourdough breads and pastries are the modern face of the neighborhood. - Slow-Cooked Lamb Tandır
Found at the sophisticated Neni Brasserie, this dish blends traditional Turkish slow-cooking techniques with French bistro presentation. - İnegöl Köfte
At the iconic Ekspres İnegöl Köftecisi, these springy, small, cylindrical meatballs are made without heavy spices to highlight the quality of the beef. - Girit Usulü Grilled Sea Bass
A specialty of the upscale seafood spots near the coastline, like Giritli. The fish is grilled simply over charcoal and dressed with high-quality Aegean olive oil and lemon.
When to go: The best time to visit Caddebostan is during the shoulder seasons of May to June and September to October.
Local tips
- Use an Istanbulkart to access the paid Caddebostan 1 beach or take the frequent 4 or 16D buses from Kadıköy center.
- When dining at local restaurants, a tip of 5–10% is standard and greatly appreciated as it is not always included in the bill.
- Avoid wearing swimwear or overly revealing clothing when walking away from the beach area and onto the main shopping street, Bağdat Caddesi.
- Keep a close eye on your personal belongings in the crowded park and beach areas, as petty theft can occasionally occur in these popular social spots.
What travelers are noticing
- Red Bull Flugtag (Uçuş Günü) 2026 at Caddebostan Sahili
- Bosphorun Quarter Marathon on the Caddebostan coastline
- Tiftik: Viral chef-prepared burger and dessert spot on Ethem Efendi
Extra place context
- Tarihi Şen Lokantası
A historic venue serving the Kadıköy area since 1962, famous for its traditional beans, pilaf, and classic Turkish desserts.
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Official tourism resource
The official travel guide of Türkiye, providing comprehensive information on the vibrant seaside district of Kadıköy on Istanbul's Anatolian side.
Planning questions
Where did Oğuz Yenihayat eat in Kadıköy, İstanbul?
This guide maps all 4 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Kadıköy, İstanbul.
What are the must-try foods in Kadıköy, İstanbul?
Creator picks from the video include Mahlepli çatal, Muzlu rulo pasta, Zeytinyağlı pastane simidi, Odun ateşinde sokak simidi. 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.