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Where to Eat in İstanbul: Döner From Ayaküstü Lezzetler | Varedelo
This guide turns İSTANBUL'UN EN İYİ DÖNERLERİ (En ucuzu 35 TL - En pahalısı 170 TL) - Ayaküstü Lezzetler from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 14 saved spots around Bakırköy, Beşiktaş, and Beyoğlu. The mapped places include a restaurant stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayaküstü Lezzetler began their European side doner tour by visiting Beyti, a landmark institution with a 77-year history. They highlighted the restaurant's pivotal role in popularizing doner in Istanbul and praised the timeless quality of both the service and the atmosphere. The creators emphasized that Beyti is more than just a restaurant, describing it as a living museum of Turkish culinary heritage.
What this map is good for
- Planning a turkish restaurant stop or short itinerary in Bakırköy.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 14 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
- Karadeniz Döner Asım Usta
Fast Food Restaurant in Sinanpaşa, Köyiçi Cd No:6, 34353 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Sinanpaşa, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Dönerci Şahin Usta
Turkish Restaurant in Molla Fenari, Kılıçcılar Sk. No:5, 34120 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Molla Fenari, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: High
Hours: Hours available - Morgül Büfe
Fast Food Restaurant in Cevizlik, Dantelacı Sk. No:45, 34142 Bakırköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Cevizlik, Bakırköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - KARTAL KOZDE DONER
Turkish Restaurant in Sinanpaşa, Şht. Asım Cd. No:4, 34353 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Sinanpaşa, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Bombom Bufe
Buffet Restaurant in Zeytinlik, Halkçı Sk. No:14, 34140 Bakırköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Zeytinlik, Bakırköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Nato Lokantası
Restaurant in Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa Mahallesi Necatibey Caddesi, Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa, Karanlık Fırın Sk. No:4 Karaköy, 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Trabzon Döner
Turkish Restaurant in Cennet, Yahya Kemal Beyatlı Cd. No:27, 34290 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Türkiye, Cennet, Küçükçekmece, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Kasap Osman
Restaurant in Hoca Paşa, Hoca Paşa Sk. No:8/a, 34110 Sirkeci/İstanbul, Türkiye, Hoca Paşa, Sirkeci, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Çardak Döner
Fast Food Restaurant in Etiler, Nisbetiye Cd No:104, 34337 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Etiler, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Beyti
Fine Dining Restaurant in Florya, Şenlikköy, Orman Sk. No:6-8, 34153 Bakırköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Şenlikköy, Bakırköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Expensive
Hours: Hours available - Berdan Odun Döner
Turkish Restaurant in 75. Yıl, Fevzi Çakmak Cd. No:84, 34260 Sultangazi/İstanbul, Türkiye, 75. Yıl, Sultangazi, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Koroglu Et Lokantasi
Restaurant in Akşemsettin, Akşemsettin Cd. 4/A, 34080 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Akşemsettin, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - 2 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Food notes from the video
- Döner
- Turşu
- Ayran
Experiences captured
- Started a tour of Istanbul's best doner shops
- Visited the historic Beyti restaurant in Florya
- Explored the museum-like corridors of a 77-year-old establishment
- Discussed the history of doner in Istanbul
- Met the legendary owner Beyti Güler
- Dined on the restaurant terrace
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’s historical core, much of which is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, contains structures from various eras, including the 4th-century Roman Hippodrome, the 6th-century Byzantine Hagia Sophia.
Must-try foods nearby
- Cağ Kebabı
Widely trending in 2026 as the 'king of kebabs,' this Erzurum-style delicacy consists of marinated lamb stacked on a horizontal spit and wood-fired. - Balık Dürüm
The modern, more portable evolution of the classic fish sandwich (Balık Ekmek). Freshly grilled mackerel is seasoned with a secret blend of spices. - Hünkar Beğendi
A pinnacle of Ottoman palace cuisine, this 'Sultan’s Delight' features tender, slow-cooked lamb chunks served over a creamy. - Islak Hamburger
The legendary 'Wet Burger' of Taksim Square. These sliders are doused in a garlicky, spiced tomato sauce and kept steaming in a glass humidor, resulting in a soft, pillowy texture. - Midye Dolma
Plump mussels stuffed with aromatic rice, currants, pine nuts, and a heavy dose of black pepper.
When to go: The best time to visit Istanbul is during the shoulder seasons of April to May and September to October, when the weather is mild (15°C–25°C) and the city is ideal for walking. Summer (June–August) is the peak tourist season with hot.
Local tips
- Purchase an Istanbulkart at major transit hubs to access the city's extensive network of ferries, trams, and metros efficiently.
- Always verify that the taxi meter is switched on before starting your journey or use a ride-hailing app like BiTaksi to avoid overcharging.
- When dining, expect a leisurely pace as meals are social events, and it is polite to leave a 5-10% cash tip if a service charge is not already included.
- Accept offers of tea from shopkeepers as a sign of hospitality, even if you do not intend to make a purchase.
What travelers are noticing
- Viral Balık Dürüm (Fish Wrap) stalls in Karaköy, featuring innovative spicy sauces and charred flatbreads.
- Artisanal Midye Dolma (Stuffed Mussels) carts in Beşiktaş, trending for their larger, herb-infused rice fillings.
- International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival 2026, showcasing fusion street food and modern Anatolian techniques.
Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from İSTANBUL'UN EN İYİ DÖNERLERİ (En ucuzu 35 TL - En pahalısı 170 TL) - Ayaküstü Lezzetler, with the creator video, a static map preview, and selected spots from the trip.
Can I save these spots?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save the places, keep planning notes, and revisit the guide from your phone.
Does this replace watching the video?
No. The video remains the source, and the map makes the places easier to scan, compare, and save while planning.
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.