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Where to Eat in Kadıköy, İstanbul: All 13 Spots + Addresses
This guide turns KADIKÖY SAHİLDE BARBEKÜ YAPTIK! Kadıköy/Moda'nın farklı lezzet durakları tek videoda from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 13 saved spots around Kadıköy. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a cafe stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayaküstü Lezzetler explored the nostalgic food culture of Kadıköy, emphasizing the importance of eating artisanal products like croissants and lahmacun while they are still hot. The creator felt a deep connection to the historical market shops, particularly a delicatessen he has visited since childhood. He expressed a strong desire to better promote traditional Turkish flavors, like pickles, to the same global level as international trends.
What this map is good for
- Planning a turkish 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 13 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
- Ecevitler Gıda Pazarı
Deli in Caferağa, Güneşli Bahçe Sok No:14 D:16, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Brekkie Breakfast Club
Breakfast Restaurant in Osmanağa, Yoğurtçu Parkı Cd No:24/1, 34714 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Osmanağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Basta! Street Food Bar
Fast Food Restaurant in Caferağa, Sakız Sk. No:1, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Çiya Sofrası
Turkish Restaurant in Caferağa, Güneşlibahçe Sok. no 34710, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Montag Coffee Kadıköy
Coffee Shop in Caferağa, Muvakkıthane Cd. No:16/A Kat:1, 34710, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Fornello Pizza
Pizza Restaurant in Caferağa, Serasker Cd. No:14, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium - Tahin
Restaurant in Caferağa mah. Dr. Esat Işık cad, Caferağa, Dalga Sk. No:2/A, 34000 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium - Derya kuruyemis kadikoy
Grocery Store in Osmanağa, yağlıkçı ismail Sk No:3, 34740 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Osmanağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Banko Burger
Hamburger Restaurant in Caddebostan, Ethem Efendi Cd. No:3, 34728 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caddebostan, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye - Çinili Taş Fırın Kadıköy
Turkish Restaurant in Osmanağa, Serasker Cd. Eren Apt No: 23/A, 34714 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Osmanağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - TRC American Diner Moda
American Restaurant in Caferağa, Moda Cd. No:192, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye - Baylan
Pastry Shop in Caferağa, Muvakkıthane Cd. No: 9/A, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - 1 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Food notes from the video
- Plain croissant
- Cinnamon cream croissant
- Kastamonu pastrami
- Tulum cheese
- Lahmacun
- Pickle juice
Experiences captured
- Explored Kadıköy and Moda districts
- Visited a boutique bakery for fresh croissants
- Walked through the historical Kadıköy Fish Market
- Visited a traditional delicatessen from the 1970s
- Observed fresh seasonal fish like bluefish and horse mackerel
- Watched a master chef prepare Antep-style lahmacun
- Drank traditional spicy pickle juice at a local shop
- Interacted with long-time local shop owners
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
- Çiya Sofrası
A world-renowned institution in Kadıköy that functions as an esnaf lokantası, preserving forgotten regional Anatolian stews and dishes.
food - Basta Street Food Bar
Known for: Gourmet Lamb Dürüm. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Gourmet Lamb Dürüm
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 13 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 Plain croissant, Cinnamon cream croissant, Kastamonu pastrami, Tulum cheese. 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.