Karaköy Lokantası serves modern Turkish meze in Beyoğlu, with waterfront context and Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition in 2024 and 2025.
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- Address
- Kemankeş Mahallesi, Kemankeş Cd. No:57, 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
- Phone
- +90 212 292 44 55
- Website
- karakoylokantasi.com
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Modern Turkish meze and hünkar beğendi
Modern Turkish meze anchors Karaköy Lokantası, a Turkish restaurant serving taramasalata, hünkar beğendi, and mixed fried zucchini beetroot. That focus suits lunch or dinner built around shared plates.
Kemankeş Cd. No:57 terrace
Kemankeş Cd. No:57 puts the restaurant in Beyoğlu, with terrace seating and a waterfront outlook. Lively noise and leisurely pacing make it a fit for a social meal.
Hünkar beğendi with an extensive wine list
Hünkar beğendi can sit within an extensive wine list and upscale casual service, with smart casual dress code. Michelin gave Bib Gourmand recognition in 2024 and 2025.
Cuisine and Credentials
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karaköy Lokantası | Modern Turkish Meze | $$$ | Bib Gourmand | Kemankeskaramustafapasa |
| EFENDY | Modern Anatolian | $$$ | Bib Gourmand | Levent |
| 29 | Modern Turkish with Mediterranean influences | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Kurucesme |
| Şans Restaurant | Contemporary Turkish-Mediterranean | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Levent |
| Deraliye | Ottoman Palace Cuisine | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Alemdar |
| Araf İstanbul | Modern Turkish Fire Cooking | $$$ | Bib Gourmand | 19 Mayis |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Gault & Millau Türkiye 1 Toque
Gault & Millau · Gault & Millau Türkiye 2026 - 1 Toque
Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Recommended
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Michelin Bib Gourmand
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Ranked #657
Opinionated About Dining
Michelin Bib Gourmand
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Casual in Europe Ranked #555
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At a Glance
- Modern
- Elegant
- Trendy
- Classic
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Special Occasion
- Terrace
- Historic Building
- Extensive Wine List
- Waterfront
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 12–4 PM, 5:30–10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–4 PM, 5:30–10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–4 PM, 5:30–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 12–4 PM, 5:30–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 12–4 PM, 5:30–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 12–4 PM, 5:30–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 4–10:30 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Stylish modern decor with bold turquoise tiles, lively and relaxed atmosphere inside, quiet terrace.