Travel video guide
Where to Eat in İstanbul: Gabriel's Burger
This guide turns İSTANBUL HAMBURGER REHBERİ 🍔 | Avrupa Yakası’ndan 3 Burger Durağı from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 6 saved spots around Beyoğlu, Göktürk Merkez, and Maslak. The mapped places include a restaurant stop, an area marker, and a shopping mall. 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 120-gram smash burger patties at Gabriel's Burger, noting they are more substantial and protein-rich than typical versions. He highly praised the soft potato-based brioche bun and the moist, well-balanced flavor profile created by the signature Gabriel sauce and smoked antricote. The creator emphasized that the quality of the ingredients makes it a premium destination for burger enthusiasts in Istanbul.
What this map is good for
- Planning a hamburger restaurant stop or short itinerary in Beyoğlu.
- 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
- Bonni Nişantaşı
Hamburger Restaurant in Teşvikiye, Akkavak Sok. No11, 34000 Şişli/İstanbul, Türkiye, Teşvikiye, Şişli, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Ainen
Hamburger Restaurant in Camiikebir, Taşkızak Tersanesi Caddesi No: 27, 34440 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Camiikebir, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Maslak
Area marker in Maslak, Sarıyer/İstanbul, Türkiye, Maslak, İstanbul, Türkiye - Gabriel's Burger
Hamburger Restaurant in Maslak Mah. Taşyoncası Sk, Maslak, 1453 B Blok 4285+CW2 No:1H B27, 34398 Sarıyer/İstanbul, Türkiye, Maslak, Sarıyer, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Tersane İstanbul
Shopping Mall in Camiikebir, Taşkızak Tersanesi Cd. No: 5, 34440 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Camiikebir, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Göktürk Merkez
Area marker in Göktürk Merkez, 34077 Eyüpsultan/İstanbul, Türkiye, Göktürk Merkez, İstanbul, Türkiye
Food notes from the video
- Gabriel's Burger
- Sweet potato fries
- Chicken tenders with teriyaki sauce
- Truffle mayonnaise
- Tiger sauce
- Özelhisar ayran
Experiences captured
- Visited Gabriel's Burger in Maslak 1453
- Started a European side burger guide
- Met with owner Murat to discuss American influences
- Evaluated smash burger patty fat ratios
- Compared potato bun textures
- Discussed expansion plans for a Kurtköy branch
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 travel guide for Beyoğlu, a vibrant cultural district in Istanbul, provided by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Planning questions
Where did Ayaküstü Lezzetler eat in İstanbul?
This guide maps all 6 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 Gabriel's Burger, Sweet potato fries, Chicken tenders with teriyaki sauce, Truffle mayonnaise. 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.