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Where to Eat in İstanbul, Başakşehir: Antep Lahmacunu
This guide turns BU LAHMACUN 20 LİRA | BURÇA BAKLAVA from Ayhan Mortepe into a practical restaurant map with 2 saved spots around İstanbul. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a dessert shop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayhan Mortepe highlights this establishment as a rare spot in Istanbul that matches the authentic quality of Gaziantep's best lahmacun and baklava. He is particularly impressed by the use of seasonal sheep butter and the owner's commitment to traditional 35-year-old production methods. He concludes that the cold baklava and the stomach-friendly lahmacun are among the best he has ever experienced in the city.
What this map is good for
- Planning a dessert 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 2 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
- BURÇA BAKLAVA LAHMACUN İKİTELLİ
Dessert Shop in İkitelli OSB, Atatürk Blv. NO:78/B, 34490 Başakşehir/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Başakşehir, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Burça Baklava
Dessert Restaurant in Akçaburgaz, Hadımköy Yolu Cd NO:140, 34100 Esenyurt/İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Esenyurt, Türkiye
Price level: Cheap
Food notes from the video
- Antep lahmacunu
- Classic Antep baklava
- Havuç dilimi baklava
- Special şöbiyet (Fıstık bombası)
- Burça dürüm
- Midye baklava
- Festival (Cevizli kaymaklı)
- Soğuk baklava
- 1 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- Traveled from Kadıköy to Hadımköy for authentic flavors
- Interviewed the owner Murat Abi about Gaziantep traditions
- Inspected the separate baklava and lahmacun stone ovens
- Learned about the specific sheep butter from Urfa
- Observed the dough preparation and baking process
- Discussed the health benefits of avoiding tail fat
- Compared local prices to high-end Istanbul restaurants
- Tasted a variety of traditional Gaziantep desserts
Planning notes for Istanbul
Istanbul, Turkey, is a transcontinental city located at the intersection of Europe and Asia, divided by the Bosphorus Strait. Historically known as Byzantium and later Constantinople, the city served as the capital for the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires over a period exceeding 1,500 years. The architectural landscape features structures from various historical periods. The Hagia Sophia, originally a 6th-century Byzantine cathedral, displays a massive dome and mosaics.
Must-try foods nearby
- Simit
The quintessential Istanbul street snack, often called a 'Turkish bagel.' This circular bread is encrusted with toasted sesame seeds and molasses. - Balık Dürüm
A modern, trending evolution of the classic fish sandwich (Balık Ekmek). While the traditional version is served in a bun. - Cağ Kebabı
Originating from Erzurum but a massive trend in Istanbul for 2026, this is a horizontal rotisserie kebab. - Midye Dolma
Stuffed mussels that are a staple of Istanbul’s late-night food culture. These are mussel shells filled with a fragrant mixture of herbed rice, pine nuts, and currants. - İskender Kebap
A decadent classic consisting of thinly sliced döner lamb laid over pieces of warm pide bread.
When to go: The best times to visit Istanbul are during the shoulder seasons of spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October).
Local tips
- Purchase an Istanbulkart for all public transport as cash is not accepted on buses and trams, and one card can be used for multiple passengers.
- Always carry Turkish Lira in small denominations for tips and street food, as credit card machines rarely allow adding gratuities to the bill.
- When dining at sit-down restaurants, a 10% cash tip is customary unless a service charge is already explicitly included on the receipt.
- Use official ride-hailing apps like BiTaksi or Uber to ensure transparent pricing and avoid common taxi fare disputes.
What travelers are noticing
- 2026 UEFA Europa League Final at Beşiktaş Park
- Transformation of historic Haydarpaşa and Sirkeci stations into major cultural hubs and archaeology parks
- The 18th Istanbul Biennial's public-program and community academy year
Official tourism resource
The official tourism portal of Istanbul, managed by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Tourism Branch Directorate.
Planning questions
Where did Ayhan Mortepe eat in İstanbul, Başakşehir?
This guide maps all 2 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in İstanbul, Başakşehir.
What are the must-try foods in İstanbul, Başakşehir?
Creator picks from the video include Antep lahmacunu, Classic Antep baklava, Havuç dilimi baklava, Special şöbiyet (Fıstık bombası). 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.