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Where to Eat in Beyoğlu, İstanbul: Etli Düğün Çorbası
This guide turns İstanbul Lezzetleri | Ayaküstü Lezzetler from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 5 saved spots around Beyoğlu, Fatih, and Sarıyer. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a bakery stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayaküstü Lezzetler explored a specialized artisan restaurant famous for its 21 types of soup and its exclusive Friday-only doner. They were particularly impressed by the unique 'ekşili' vegan soup and the tender texture of the doner, which is marinated for two days. The team highlighted the restaurant's role as a vital 'sanayi durağı' (industrial stop) where local workers and visitors flock for traditional flavors.
What this map is good for
- Planning a 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 5 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
- Ata Lokantası
Turkish Restaurant in Sarıyer İstanbul TR, Huzur, Ulubaş Cd. No:7, 34396 Şişli/İstanbul, Türkiye, Huzur, Şişli, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Cigdem Patisserie
Bakery in Alemdar, Divan Yolu Cd. No:62, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Alemdar, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Apartıman Yeniköy
Restaurant in Yeniköy, Köybaşı Cd. No:153, 34464 Sarıyer/İstanbul, Türkiye, Yeniköy, Sarıyer, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Karaköy Çorba Evi
Restaurant in Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa, Mumhane Cd. No:35, 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Dönerci Engin'in Yeri
Turkish Restaurant in Bereketzade, Okçu Musa Cd. No:3, 34421 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Bereketzade, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Etli düğün çorbası
- Ekşili çorba
- Ayak paça çorbası
- Analı kızlı çorba
- Döner
- Mantar tabağı
- Ördek tandır
Experiences captured
- Visited a local artisan restaurant with 21 soup varieties
- Had soup for breakfast
- Observed the traditional 'kırpık' style meat cutting
- Learned about the 48-hour meat marination process
- Experienced the Friday-only doner tradition
- Tasted a vegan soup made with pomegranate molasses
- Met with Erzurum-origin kitchen staff
- Discussed the busy atmosphere of a tradesman restaurant
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 Beyoğlu, İstanbul?
This guide maps all 5 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Beyoğlu, İstanbul.
What are the must-try foods in Beyoğlu, İstanbul?
Creator picks from the video include Etli düğün çorbası, Ekşili çorba, Ayak paça çorbası, Analı kızlı çorba. 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.