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Where to Eat in İstanbul: Izgara Gravyerli Dana Sosis | Varedelo
This guide turns İSTANBUL’UN EN İYİ SOSİSLERİ (En ucuzu 60 TL, en pahalısı 270 TL) - Ayaküstü Lezzetler from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 9 saved spots around Kadıköy, Şişli, and Beyoğlu. The mapped places include a restaurant stop, an area marker, and a bar. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayaküstü Lezzetler explored Istanbul's best artisan hot dogs, emphasizing the importance of high-quality bread and natural casings over standard buffet styles. They were particularly impressed by a gravyer cheese sausage in Reşitpaşa featuring a unique onion chutney slow-cooked in fresh apple juice. The hosts highlighted how the perfect hot dog should have a pofuduk bread texture that melts in the mouth along with the meat.
What this map is good for
- Planning a 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 9 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
- New Frank's Pub
Pub in Esentepe Mah Büyükdere Cad No:185 içkapı 169c, Levent, Kanyon AVM No:1 Kat, 34745 Şişli/İstanbul, Türkiye, Levent, Şişli, İstanbul, Türkiye - Istanbul
Area marker in Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye, Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye - Kottis hotdog
Restaurant in Caferağa, Damacı Sk. No:1 A11, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - SAUCISSE MODA
Fast Food Restaurant in Caferağa, Moda Cd. No:148/A, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Banko Burger Maçka
Hamburger Restaurant in Maçka, Harbiye, Gümüş Sk., 34367 Şişli/İstanbul, Türkiye, Harbiye, Şişli, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Bordel
Restaurant in Asmalı Mescit, Jurnal Sk. No:2, 34430 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Asmalı Mescit, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye - Zula Kanyon
Restaurant in Esentepe, Kanyon AVM, 34394 Şişli/İstanbul, Türkiye, Esentepe, Şişli, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Goralı 1945
Restaurant in Mahallesi, Seyyid Ömer, Kızılelma Cd. No:24/B, 34098 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Seyyid Ömer, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Primitif Birahane
Bar in Caferağa, Dr. Esat Işık Cd. No:98, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Caferağa, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- ızgara gravyerli dana sosis
- soğan çatni
- patates kızartması
- trüflü sosis
- eski kaşarlı sosis
- süt bazlı sosisli ekmeği
Experiences captured
- visited a specialized sausage shop in Reşitpaşa
- called Goralı to check current prices
- tasted artisan sausages with lamb intestine casing
- observed 4-hour onion chutney preparation process
- visited New Franks in Kanyon shopping mall
- compared different types of sausage textures and breads
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 SOSİSLERİ (En ucuzu 60 TL, en pahalısı 270 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.