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Ayaküstü Lezzetler in İstanbul: 3 Spots
This guide turns Karadeniz’i İstanbul’a taşıyan lezzetler: Çayeli Kuru Fasulye, Hamsili Cilihta, Turşu Kavurma 🥘 from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 3 saved spots around Avcılar, Bakırköy, and Üsküdar. 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
Ayaküstü Lezzetler was particularly impressed by the complex flavors of the bean pickle roast served over a creamy parmesan and garlic base called höşmeli. The creator highlighted the meticulous preparation of the Çayeli style beans, which are soaked for 12 hours with sugar and salt before being slow-baked in the oven. Overall, the experience focused on the sophisticated details and high-quality ingredients used in modern interpretations of Black Sea cuisine.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in Avcılar.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 3 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
- Metin Usta Meşhur Hamsiköy Sütlacı(Bakırköy Şube)
Dessert Shop in Cevizlik, Dantelacı Sk. No:5/1, 34142 Bakırköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Cevizlik, Bakırköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Çayeli Kurufasulye
Restaurant in Cihangir, Kirazlı Cd. No:55, 34310 Avcılar/İstanbul, Türkiye, Cihangir, Avcılar, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Kuzguncuk Kavurmacısı
Restaurant in Kuzguncuk Mahallesi İcadiye caddesi, Kuzguncuk, Tufan Sk. no:3, 34674 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Türkiye, Kuzguncuk, Üsküdar, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Çayeli usulü kuru fasulye
- Etli karalahana sarması
- Kakuleli yoğurt
- Hamsili çilihta
- Tereyağlı turşu kavurma
- Höşmeli
Experiences captured
- Tasted traditional Black Sea regional dishes
- Learned detailed cooking techniques for Çayeli beans
- Observed preparation of rib-meat stuffed cabbage rolls
- Explored unique ingredients like cardamom yogurt
- Reviewed prices for various regional specialties
Planning notes for Istanbul
Istanbul is a transcontinental city located on the Bosphorus Strait, serving as a geographical link between Europe and Asia. Historically, it functioned as the capital for the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires. The city was founded as Byzantium by Greek settlers in approximately 657 BCE, renamed Constantinople in 330 CE by Emperor Constantine.
Must-try foods nearby
- Simit
The quintessential Istanbul street food, this circular bread is encrusted with toasted sesame seeds and typically dipped in grape molasses (pekmez) before baking for a distinct. - Balık Ekmek (Fish Sandwich)
A historic staple of the Eminönü waterfront, this sandwich features freshly grilled mackerel or white fish served in half a loaf of crusty bread with onions, lettuce. - Cağ Kebabı
Often called the horizontal ancestor of the döner, this Erzurum-style kebab consists of marinated lamb stacked on a horizontal spit and cooked over a wood fire. - Midye Dolma
These stuffed mussels are a legendary late-night snack, filled with aromatic rice seasoned with cinnamon, black pepper, and currants. - Mantı
Often described as Turkish ravioli, these tiny hand-folded dough parcels are typically filled with minced meat and topped with a triple threat of garlic yogurt, melted butter.
When to go: The best time to visit Istanbul is during the shoulder seasons of spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October), when the weather is mild and pleasant for exploring. Summer (July and August) can be hot, humid.
Local tips
- Purchase an Istanbulkart for seamless and discounted access to all public transportation, including the iconic Bosphorus ferries.
- Always remove your shoes before entering a Turkish home or a mosque to show respect for local cleanliness and traditions.
- Accepting an offer of tea is a significant sign of hospitality and a key way to build rapport with local shopkeepers and residents.
- Verify that the taxi meter is turned on before starting your journey or use reputable ride-hailing apps to avoid common overcharging scams.
What travelers are noticing
- Panorama: Dreams and Places exhibition at the Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
- Soundscape Festival 2026 at Life Park
- The 'CANNES!' photography exhibition at the Ara Güler Museum
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 Ayaküstü Lezzetler eat in İstanbul?
This guide maps all 3 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 Çayeli usulü kuru fasulye, Etli karalahana sarması, Kakuleli yoğurt, Hamsili çilihta. 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.