Araf İstanbul serves modern Turkish fire cooking in Kadıköy, with Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition in 2024 and 2025.
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- Address
- 19 Mayıs Mahallesi Sümer Sokak Sümko N Blok No:1 AG, E İç Kapı No:2, 34742 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye
- Phone
- +90 533 969 27 23
- Website
- arafistanbul.com
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Michelin Bib Gourmand and Gault & Millau 2 Toques
Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition spans 2024 and 2025, followed by Gault & Millau Türkiye 2 Toques in 2026. That sustained guide attention frames Araf İstanbul as a dinner to plan deliberately.
Modern Turkish fire cooking with offal signatures
Modern Turkish fire cooking defines the kitchen, within a contemporary restaurant format. Lamb brains, grilled kidneys, and lung pieces put offal at the center of the decision for diners choosing Araf İstanbul.
Kadıköy, leisurely pacing, conversational noise
Kadıköy is the base, and the format suits dinner with leisurely pacing and conversational noise. Smart casual dress and upscale casual service fit a conversation-led evening without formal dining cues.
Similar Picks
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Araf İstanbul | Modern Turkish Fire Cooking | $$$ | 19 Mayis |
| Nazende Cadde | Authentic Turkish Offal and Seafood | $$$ | Caddebostan |
| Tershane | Traditional Turkish Kebabs and Mezze | $$$ | Arap Cami |
| Tuğra Restaurant | Modern Ottoman Fine Dining | $$$$ | Yildiz |
| Foxy Nişantaşı | Modern Turkish Wine Bar | $$$ | Harbiye |
| Parvus Kalamış | Modern Turkish-Mediterranean | $$ | Zuhtupasa |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Gault & Millau Türkiye 2 Toques
Gault & Millau · Gault & Millau Türkiye 2026 - 2 Toques
Michelin Bib Gourmand
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Michelin Bib Gourmand
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At a Glance
- Intimate
- Cozy
- Modern
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Chefs Counter
- Open Kitchen
- Local Sourcing
- Sustainable
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 7–10 PM
- Thursday
- 7–10 PM
- Friday
- 7–10 PM
- Saturday
- 7–10 PM
- Sunday
- 7–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Cozy and convivial with warm lighting from open kitchen fire, fostering conversations among the limited seating.