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Where to Eat in Beşiktaş, İstanbul: All 6 Spots
This guide turns NOKTA ATIŞI LEZZETLER #6 | Lakerda, Tarama, İzmir Usulü Söğüş, Tereyağında Ciğer ve Dondurma from Oğuz Yenihayat into a practical food map with 6 saved spots around Beşiktaş and Kadıköy. The mapped places include an area marker, a food store, an ice cream shop, and a place marker. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Oğuz Yenihayat visited Fümeci Yusuf's new shop to sample a variety of artisanal seafood charcuterie, specifically praising the creamy texture of the large torik lakerda. He highlighted the rarity of such specialized shops in Istanbul and expressed deep appreciation for the 15-day labor-intensive process behind the cured products. His favorite discovery was the salmon pastrami, which he found exceptionally flavorful and well-balanced.
What this map is good for
- Planning a food store stop or short itinerary in Beşiktaş.
- 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
- Caddebostan
Area marker in Caddebostan, 34728 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caddebostan, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye - Fümeci Yusuf
Place marker in Mecidiye, Eski Bahçe Sk. No: 2, 34347 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Mecidiye, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Paseo Gelato & Sorbet
Ice Cream Shop in Erenköy, Ömer Paşa Sk. No:24 / B, 34728 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Erenköy, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Gayrettepe
Area marker in Gayrettepe, 34349 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Gayrettepe, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye - Baba Söğüş
Food Store in Gayrettepe, Süleymanbey Sk. No:5 D:1J, 34349 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Gayrettepe, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Ortaköy
Area marker in Ortaköy, Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Ortaköy, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Food notes from the video
- Torik lakerda
- Sazan yumurtası tarama
- Ekşi mayalı karabuğday ekmeği
- Somon füme lokum
- Karabiberli tuna füme
- Somon pastırması
Experiences captured
- Visited Fümeci Yusuf's new seafood charcuterie shop
- Interviewed seafood expert Yusuf about traditional curing methods
- Discussed the scarcity of mackerel for making dried chiroz
- Recovered from a three-week medical break due to injury
- Announced an upcoming boat trip to Gökova Gulf
Planning notes for Istanbul
Istanbul is a transcontinental city located on the Bosphorus Strait, serving as a historical link between Europe and Asia. Established in approximately 657 BCE as Byzantium, it later functioned as the capital for the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires. The city’s architectural landscape includes the 6th-century Hagia Sophia, characterized by its Byzantine dome and mosaics, and the 17th-century Sultan Ahmed Mosque, known for its Iznik tilework and six minarets. Other structures include the Basilica Cistern.
Must-try foods nearby
- Cağ Kebabı
Originating from Erzurum but trending heavily in Istanbul's 2026 food scene, this horizontally stacked lamb kebab is marinated in onion, salt, and black pepper. - Balık Dürüm
A modern, street-food evolution of the classic Balık Ekmek. Grilled mackerel or sea bass is seasoned with a secret blend of spices, topped with onions, tomatoes, and greens. - Simit
The quintessential Istanbul snack, this circular bread is encrusted with toasted sesame seeds and dipped in grape molasses before baking. - Kokoreç
A bold, iconic street food consisting of spiced lamb intestines wrapped around seasoned offal, grilled on a horizontal spit. - Mantı
Often called 'Turkish ravioli,' these tiny hand-folded dough dumplings are usually stuffed with spiced ground meat.
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 seamless and discounted access to all public transportation, including ferries, trams, and buses.
- Always remove your shoes before entering a local home or the carpeted areas of a mosque to show respect for the space.
- Accept offers of Turkish tea (çay) from shopkeepers as a sign of hospitality, even if you only stay for a few minutes.
- Verify that the taxi meter is turned on before starting your journey or use a reputable ride-hailing app to ensure fair pricing.
What travelers are noticing
- Digital Experience Center (Müze Gazhane) immersive art exhibitions
- Istanbul Night Marathon Relay and Bosphorus evening running festivals
- Sustainable tourism and AI-driven wellness travel experiences
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 Oğuz Yenihayat eat in Beşiktaş, İstanbul?
This guide maps all 6 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Beşiktaş, İstanbul.
What are the must-try foods in Beşiktaş, İstanbul?
Creator picks from the video include Torik lakerda, Sazan yumurtası tarama, Ekşi mayalı karabuğday ekmeği, Somon füme lokum. 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 food 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.