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Where to Eat in İstanbul: All 18 Spots + Addresses
This guide turns ISTANBUL OFFAL GUIDE (Söğüş, Liver, Kelle Paça, Offal Stew) - Ayaküstü Lezzetler from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 18 saved spots around Beşiktaş, Çekmeköy, and Balıkesir. The mapped places include an area marker, a restaurant stop, a kebab shop, and a neighborhood. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayaküstü Lezzetler explored the rich tradition of offal at a family-run Albanian establishment, praising the high meat-to-broth ratio in their collagen-rich soups. While he enjoyed the variety of the mixed liver platter, he ultimately favored the Edirne-style leaf liver for its perfect texture and nostalgic flavor. He emphasized that these nutrient-dense dishes are essential for the immune system and represent a deep-rooted culinary heritage.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in Beşiktaş.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 18 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
- Balıkesir
Area marker in Balıkesir, Türkiye, Balıkesir, Türkiye - YILDIZ TOPTAN ET VE SAKATAT / SELİM ABAY
Wholesaler in Yeşilpınar, Girne Cd NO:147/B, 34065 Eyüpsultan/İstanbul, Türkiye, Yeşilpınar, Eyüpsultan, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Edirne
Area marker in Edirne, Edirne Merkez/Edirne, Türkiye, Edirne, Türkiye - Beşiktaş
Area marker in Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye - 01 Adana Kebap & Lahmacun Taksim
Kebab Shop in Hüseyinağa, Balo Sk. no:23/A, 34421 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Hüseyinağa, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - MEŞHUR URFALI CİGERCİ SAİT USTA
Kebab Shop in Taşdelen, Sultan Murat Cd. No:15, 34788, 34788 Çekmeköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Taşdelen, Çekmeköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Arnavut İşi
Restaurant in Ortaköy, Ambarlıdere Sk. No:1, 34347 Ortaköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Ortaköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Taşdelen
Area marker in Taşdelen, Çekmeköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Taşdelen, Çekmeköy, İstanbul, Türkiye - İzmirli Söğüş
Restaurant in Türkali, Hattat Tahsin Sk. 21-23/B, 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Türkali, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Dereboyu Caddesi
Place marker in Dereboyu Cd., Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye - KUZUBOSPORUS
Restaurant in Beylerbeyi, Beylerbeyi Çamlıca Cd. No: 14/1, 34674 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Türkiye, Beylerbeyi, Üsküdar, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Hatay
Area marker in Hatay, Türkiye, Hatay, Türkiye - 6 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Food notes from the video
- Beef head and trotter soup (Kelle Paça)
- Lamb head soup
- Edirne style leaf liver (Yaprak Ciğer)
- Albanian liver (Arnavut Ciğeri)
- Grilled lamb liver
- Fried dried peppers
- Brain liver (Beyinli Ciğer)
Experiences captured
- Visited Arnavut İşi restaurant in Ortaköy
- Met with second-generation Albanian offal traders
- Observed the preparation of liver in the kitchen
- Started a culinary tour of Istanbul's best offal
- Dipped bread into collagen-rich bone broth soup
- Tasted a mixed liver platter with three varieties
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 visitor portal of the Beşiktaş Municipality, providing information on historical sites, museums, and local services for tourists in Istanbul.
Planning questions
Where did Ayaküstü Lezzetler eat in İstanbul?
This guide maps all 18 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 Beef head and trotter soup (Kelle Paça), Lamb head soup, Edirne style leaf liver (Yaprak Ciğer), Albanian liver (Arnavut Ciğeri). 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.