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Where to Eat in İstanbul, Kadıköy: All 7 Spots + Addresses
This guide turns İSTANBUL KADIKÖY’DE BİR GÜNDE NE YENİR!!! from Hatay Sandık İçi into a practical restaurant map with 7 saved spots around İstanbul and Kadıköy. The mapped places include a restaurant stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Hatay Sandık İçi spent a full day exploring the diverse culinary landscape of Kadıköy, moving from traditional breakfast menemen to modern chocolate desserts. He was particularly impressed by the street food culture, highlighting the quality of the chickpea rice and the unique preparation of the falafel wrap. The creator emphasized that the variety and authenticity of the local shops make Kadıköy a must-visit destination for food lovers.
What this map is good for
- Planning a 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 7 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
- Falafella (falafel)
Restaurant in Caferağa, Moda Cd. No:53A, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Kadıköy, Türkiye
Price level: Medium - Tatar Salim
Restaurant in Caddebostan, Caddebostan İskele Sk. No:6/2, 34000 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Kadıköy, Türkiye
Price level: Expensive - Ciğerci Hulusi
Restaurant in Caferağa, Misbah Muhayyeş Sok., 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Kadıköy, Türkiye
Price level: Expensive - Akveren Makarna
Restaurant in Osmanağa, Söğütlüçeşme Cad. 12/1, 34714 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Kadıköy, Türkiye
Price level: High - Pide Sun
Turkish Restaurant in Şükran Apt, Caferağa, Moda Cd. 67/B, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - Menemen Dünyası
Breakfast Restaurant in Yenidoğan, Zübeyde Hanım Cd. 158-160, 34020 Zeytinburnu/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Zeytinburnu, Türkiye
Price level: Medium - 01 Sokak Lezzetleri
Restaurant in Mahallesi, Caferağa, Nazmi Bey Sk. No:2/C, 34734 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Menemen
- Chicken and chickpea rice
- Ayran
- Mussels
- Falafel wrap
- Asuman dessert
- Pickle juice
- Artisanal sausages
Experiences captured
- Explored Kadıköy district in Istanbul
- Visited a specialized menemen restaurant
- Ate street food from a traditional rice cart
- Tasted Balıkesir Erdek farm mussels
- Watched falafel preparation with Lebanese bread
- Waited in line for a famous chocolate dessert
- Drank traditional mixed pickle juice
- Observed the grilling of additive-free beef sausages
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
- Pide Sun
Known for: Stone-Oven Pide with Pastrami. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Stone-Oven Pide with Pastrami
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, Kadıköy?
This guide maps all 7 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in İstanbul, Kadıköy.
What are the must-try foods in İstanbul, Kadıköy?
Creator picks from the video include Menemen, Chicken and chickpea rice, Ayran, Mussels. 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.