Tavacı Recep Usta Bostancı serves traditional Turkish grilled kebabs and lamb in Maltepe, with a 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand and waterfront terrace context.
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- Address
- Altintepe, Bağdat Caddesi, No:6, Maltepe
- Phone
- +90 216 367 19 78
- Website
- tavacirecepusta.com.tr
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2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand and Turkish grilled lamb
Michelin awarded Tavacı Recep Usta Bostancı a Bib Gourmand in 2026, while the kitchen focuses on traditional Turkish grilled kebabs and lamb. That pairing suits readers choosing a Turkish grill meal with outside recognition.
Lamb Kebab, Adana Kebab and Baklava
Lamb Kebab (Kuzu), Adana Kebab, Hunkar Begendi, Saç Tava, and Baklava define the order. Lunch and dinner both fit the format, with standard pacing.
Bağdat Caddesi waterfront terrace
Altintepe, Bağdat Caddesi, No:6, Maltepe gives the practical location. Waterfront and terrace details, lively noise, casual dress, and upscale casual service make it better for social meals than a hushed agenda.
Pricing, Compared
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tavacı Recep Usta Bostancı | $$$ | Bib Gourmand | Altintepe, Traditional Turkish Grilled Kebabs & Lamb |
| 29 | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Kurucesme, Modern Turkish with Mediterranean influences |
| Araf İstanbul | $$$ | Bib Gourmand | 19 Mayis, Modern Turkish Fire Cooking |
| The Red Balloon Yalıkavak | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Asmali Mescit, Modern Northern Aegean Cuisine |
| Alaf | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Kurucesme, Modern Anatolian Nomadic Cuisine |
| Karaköy Lokantası | $$$ | Bib Gourmand | Kemankeskaramustafapasa, Modern Turkish Meze |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin Bib Gourmand
Michelin
At a Glance
- Lively
- Classic
- Scenic
- Elegant
- Group Dining
- Family
- Casual Hangout
- Business Dinner
- Waterfront
- Terrace
- Local Sourcing
- Waterfront
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–11 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Lively and spacious with warm, inviting atmosphere; bright and energetic during peak hours with traditional Turkish decor and photographs of notable guests throughout.