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Where to Eat in Kadıköy, İstanbul: Sade Kruvasan
This guide turns Bağdat Caddesi'nde asla "HAYIR" diyemeyeceğiniz lezzetler! from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 8 saved spots around Kadıköy and Suadiye-Kadıköy. The mapped places include a restaurant stop, a cafe stop, a deli, and a food store. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayaküstü Lezzetler explored the culinary stops of Bağdat Avenue, starting with a high-quality bakery run by a former doctor where they paired sourdough bread with 36-month-aged cheese. The creator was particularly impressed by the authentic Kastamonu pastrami and the nostalgic experience of eating fresh simit on a rainy Kadıköy morning. The journey highlighted the transition from artisanal modern baking to deeply rooted traditional Turkish flavors.
What this map is good for
- Planning a buffet 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 8 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
- Enginar
Food Store in Feneryolu, Gazi Muhtar Paşa Sk. No:50, 34724 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Feneryolu, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Öğün Zeytin Caddebostan
Grocery Store in Caddebostan, Caddebostan Plaj Yolu Sk. No: 3C, 34728 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caddebostan, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Kastamonu Pastırmacısı Suadiye
Deli in Suadiye, Kazım Özalp Sk. No:1, 34740 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Suadiye, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Bebe İçli Köfte
Restaurant in Suadiye, Çolak İsmail Sk. No: 48/A, 34740 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Suadiye, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Sour & Sweet Artisan Bakery
Cafe in Caddebostan, Caddebostan Plaj Yolu Sk. No:8 A, 34728 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caddebostan, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Baris Bufe
Buffet Restaurant in Şaşkınbakkal Mahallesi, Bağdat Cad. 379/A, 34740 Suadiye-Kadıköy/Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Şaşkınbakkal Mahallesi, Suadiye-Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - The Grungy
Hamburger Restaurant in Suadiye, Ülkü Sk. No: 1 D:1C, 34740 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Suadiye, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Bağdat Caddesi
Place marker in Caddebostan, Bağdat Cad., İstanbul, Türkiye, Caddebostan, İstanbul, Türkiye
Food notes from the video
- Sade kruvasan
- Ekşi mayalı ekmek
- Zeytinyağı ve peynir
- 36 aylık eski kaşar
- Edremit kırma zeytin
- Sıcak simit
- Kastamonu çemensiz pastırma
- Kastamonu ev baklavası
- 1 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- Explored Bağdat Avenue from Göztepe to Suadiye
- Interviewed a doctor turned artisan baker
- Learned about sourdough bread with dark beer
- Tasted artisanal breakfast products in a bakery
- Ate fresh simit on the street in the rain
- Visited a traditional Kastamonu charcuterie shop
- Observed traditional pastrami hand-cutting techniques
- Sampled regional Turkish delicacies
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
- Sour&Sweet Bakery
Known for: Artisan Sour & Sweet Sourdough. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Artisan Sour & Sweet Sourdough
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 Ayaküstü Lezzetler eat in Kadıköy, İstanbul?
This guide maps all 8 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 Sade kruvasan, Ekşi mayalı ekmek, Zeytinyağı ve peynir, 36 aylık eski kaşar. 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.