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Where to Eat in Kadıköy, İstanbul: Etli Ekmek
This guide turns İSTANBUL’DAKİ KONYA LEZZETLERİ from Kartal Gökberk into a practical restaurant map with 3 saved spots around Kadıköy and Şişli. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a bakery stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Kartal Gökberk explored authentic Konya cuisine in Istanbul, overcoming a 30-year aversion to okra by trying a traditional dried okra soup. He was particularly impressed by the unique flavor of the Konya blue cheese (küflü peynir) used in their pides, ranking it as his top discovery. The experience served as a successful culinary tour suggested by his wife, Zeynep, to highlight regional Turkish flavors.
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 3 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
- Konyalılar Etli Ekmek Fırın Kebap
Bakery in Senesenevler Mah, Şemsettin Günaltay Cd. No:33/A, 34742 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Senesenevler Mah, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Gunay Konyali
Restaurant in Koşuyolu, Koşuyolu Cd. No:86, 34718 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Koşuyolu, Kadıköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Yıldız Konyalı Etli Ekmek - Fırın Kebap
Restaurant in 5/5 Galipbey Sokak &, Mecidiyeköy Mahallesi, Ortaklar Cd., 34394 Şişli/İstanbul, Türkiye, Mecidiyeköy Mahallesi, Şişli, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Bamya çorbası (Okra soup)
- Etli ekmek
- Bıçak arası
- Mevlana pide (Peynirli)
- Küflü peynirli kuşbaşılı pide
- Kaşarlı Mevlana
Experiences captured
- Visited a highly-rated Konya restaurant in Istanbul
- Overcame a childhood dislike of okra
- Compared Konya's blue cheese to Roquefort
- Ranked different types of traditional Konya pides
- Discussed future travel plans to Antep and Akşehir
- Shared childhood memories about eating soufflé
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
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 Kartal Gökberk eat in Kadıköy, İstanbul?
This guide maps all 3 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 Bamya çorbası (Okra soup), Etli ekmek, Bıçak arası, Mevlana pide (Peynirli). 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.