Travel video guide
Ayaküstü Lezzetler in İstanbul: 6 Spots
This guide turns İSTANBUL'UN SAHİL HATTI LEZZETLERİ (Su böreği, pizza, kokoreç, asma dolma) - Ayaküstü Lezzetler from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 6 saved spots around Beyoğlu, Arnavutköy, and Beşiktaş. The mapped places include an area marker, a bar, a neighborhood, and 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 explored the coastal flavors of Istanbul, starting with a diverse breakfast at a neighborhood spot in Kabataş. They were particularly impressed by the unique combination of maple syrup and tabasco on waffles, as well as a traditional handmade water borek. The hosts emphasized the welcoming 'neighborhood bar' atmosphere where staff know the regulars by name.
What this map is good for
- Planning a pizza restaurant stop or short itinerary in Beyoğlu.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 6 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
- Piccola Pizzeria Arnavutköy
Pizza Restaurant in Arnavutköy, Kamacı Sk. No:5, 34345 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Arnavutköy, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Setup
Bar in Ömer Avni Mahallesi İnebolu Sokak No 9/15, Setüstü Kabataş, Ömer Avni, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Ömer Avni, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Yeniköy
Area marker in Yeniköy, Sarıyer/İstanbul, Türkiye, Yeniköy, Sarıyer, İstanbul, Türkiye - The Red Balloon Restoran & Bar
Restaurant in RUZ Hotels, Asmalı Mescit, General Yazgan Sk. No: 6 Giriş Kat, 34430 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Asmalı Mescit, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Arnavutköy
Area marker in Arnavutköy/İstanbul, Türkiye, Arnavutköy, İstanbul, Türkiye - Kabataş
Neighborhood in Kabataş, Tomtom, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Kabataş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Food notes from the video
- Easy Morning (avocado, mozzarella, quail eggs, pumpkin seeds)
- Su böreği (water borek) with Ezine and kashar cheese
- Pan-fried halloumi with roasted peppers and hazelnuts
- Simit and bread basket with olive oil
- Filter coffee
- Quail eggs
Experiences captured
- Started the day in Arnavutköy for coffee
- Visited Set Up restaurant in the Kabataş district
- Observed the neighborhood bar atmosphere and Bosphorus view
- Tasted a special Sunday-only borek recipe
- Discussed the expat and local community in Cihangir
- Planned a route from Kabataş to Yeniköy
- Experienced a sweet, salty, and spicy flavor profile
Planning notes for Istanbul
Istanbul is a city located on two continents, separated by the Bosphorus Strait. It served as the capital of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires. The city’s historical center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and contains landmarks from multiple eras. Historical Heritage and Architecture The architectural landscape includes structures from the 4th to the 21st centuries. * Hagia Sophia: Built in 537 AD.
Must-try foods nearby
- Simit
Often called the 'Turkish bagel,' this circular bread is encrusted with sesame seeds and molasses-dipped before baking. - Balık Dürüm
A modern evolution of the classic 'Balık Ekmek' fish sandwich. This version features grilled mackerel wrapped in a thin lavaş with a signature blend of pomegranate molasses. - Hünkar Beğendi
A majestic Ottoman-era dish consisting of tender lamb stew served over a velvety bed of 'beğendi'—a smoky eggplant purée enriched with butter and cheese. - Midye Dolma
Plump mussels stuffed with aromatic herbed rice, currants, and pine nuts, served with a mandatory squeeze of fresh lemon. - Cağ Kebabı
Originating from Erzurum but now a major Istanbul trend, this is a horizontally stacked lamb kebab marinated in onions, salt, and black pepper.
When to go: The best time to visit Istanbul is during the shoulder seasons of spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October), when the weather is mild and pleasant for sightseeing. Summer (July and August) is the peak tourist season with hot.
Local tips
- Purchase an Istanbulkart at major transit hubs to pay for all public transportation, including ferries, trams, and buses.
- Always check that the taxi meter is turned on before starting your journey or use a ride-hailing app to ensure fair pricing.
- When dining, it is customary to leave a cash tip of 10% as service charges are rarely included in the bill.
- Dress modestly by covering shoulders and knees when entering residential neighborhoods or historical sites to respect local social norms.
What travelers are noticing
- Semiha Berksoy: Aria of All Colors (Major retrospective at Istanbul Modern)
- Galataport Jazz Festival (Free waterfront music events in June)
- Panorama: Dreams and Places (AI and lens-based art exhibition)
Official tourism resource
The official travel guide for Beyoğlu, a vibrant cultural district in Istanbul, provided by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Planning questions
Where did Ayaküstü Lezzetler eat in İstanbul?
This guide maps all 6 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in İstanbul.
What are the must-try foods in İstanbul?
Creator picks from the video include Easy Morning (avocado, mozzarella, quail eggs, pumpkin seeds), Su böreği (water borek) with Ezine and kashar cheese, Pan-fried halloumi with roasted peppers and hazelnuts, Simit and bread basket with olive oil. 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.