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Where to Eat in Fatih, İstanbul: Çiğ Börek From Ayaküstü Lezzetler | Varedelo
This guide turns İSTANBUL'DA 10 TL ALTI LEZZETLER! / Şehrin en ucuz pizzası! - Ayaküstü Lezzetler from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 10 saved spots around Fatih, Güngören, and Bakırköy. 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
Ayaküstü Lezzetler explored the hidden gems of Fındıkzade and Şehremini, focusing on long-standing neighborhood artisans. They were particularly impressed by the juicy, traditional çiğ börek made with beef neck and the unique, onion-free 'güveç' dough specialty that has been served for 55 years. The hosts emphasized the warmth of the family-run businesses and the historical value these shops bring to Istanbul's food culture.
What this map is good for
- Planning a middle eastern restaurant stop or short itinerary in Fatih.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 10 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
- Nohut Dürümcü Hamonun Yeri
Steak House in Merkez, İkbal Sk. No:9, 34164 Güngören/İstanbul, Türkiye, Merkez, Güngören, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Öz Kilis Kebap and Lahmacun Restaurant
Middle Eastern Restaurant in Akşemsettin, Bedrettin Simavi Sk. 5/A, 34080 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Akşemsettin, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Sabırtaşı Restoran
Restaurant in Asmalı Mescit, İstiklal Cd. No: 112, 34430 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Asmalı Mescit, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - zain tatlılar
Dessert Shop in Ali Kuşçu, Fatih Cd. 3A, 34083 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Ali Kuşçu, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Asiller Kebap Ve Lahmacun Salonu
Middle Eastern Restaurant in Zuhuratbaba Mh., İncirli Caddesi & Asiller Sk. 2/B, 34147 Bakırköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Zuhuratbaba Mh., Bakırköy, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Kebapçı Çetin Usta - Güngören Şubesi
Turkish Restaurant in Merkez Güngören Caddesi, Merkez, İkbal Sk. No:14/A, 34164 Güngören/İstanbul, Türkiye, Merkez, Güngören, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Çığır Lahmacun
Turkish Restaurant in Aksaray, Sinekli Bahçe Ar. No:5 D:C, 34096 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Aksaray, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Küçük Ev Çi Börek
Bakery in Şehremini, Ziya Gökalp Sokağı No:40 D:B, 34104 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Şehremini, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Meşhur Rumeli Tulumbacısı
Dessert Restaurant in Vatan, Çarşı Cd. No:66, 34035 Bayrampaşa/İstanbul, Türkiye, Vatan, Bayrampaşa, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Asım Usta Pide & Pizza & Güveç
Pizza Restaurant in 45, Şehremini, Büyük Saray Meydanı Cd., 34104 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Şehremini, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- çiğ börek
- dana güveç
- pizza (local style)
- kıymalı pide
- peynirli pide
- patatesli pide
Experiences captured
- visited Fındıkzade Çukurbostan neighborhood
- met with 30-year veteran artisan Adnan Abi
- learned the traditional way to hold çiğ börek
- discussed the importance of neck meat in fillings
- visited a third-generation bakery in Şehremini
- observed a conveyor system for dough production
- tasted local 'pizza' and 'güveç' dough specialties
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.
Extra place context
- Tarihi Sabırtaşı İçli Köfte
A famous street stand on İstiklal Avenue where the owner, continuing a family legacy, sells handmade 'İçli Köfte' (kibbeh). These crispy, meat-filled bulgur shells are a perfect grab-and-go snack while walking the city's busiest pedestrian street.
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Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from İSTANBUL'DA 10 TL ALTI LEZZETLER! / Şehrin en ucuz pizzası! - 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.