Syrian restaurant · Hirkaiserif
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"The two branches are a block away from each other; if one is full, try the other. After the meal make a beeline for the glorious pastry shop Sultan Tatlisi on Akşemsettin Cd. 30a just two blocks away." - Atlas Obscura
Restaurant · Alemdar
Ottoman palace cuisine served in a stylish, opulent setting
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Hotel · Yildiz
Posh waterfront palace hotel with chic rooms, luxe spa & dining
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School · Dervisali
Historic Fatih neighborhood with Syrian culture, pistachios, tahini
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Bakery · Turkali
Wood-fired pastries, Turkish coffee, and authentic Istanbul ambiance
Hotel · Harbiye
Elegant rooms, helpful staff, great breakfast, prime location
Restaurant · Asmali Mescit
New Anatolian cuisine with spectacular city views and rooftop terrace
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Hotel · Kucuk Ayasofya
Rooftop breakfast with sea views; near Blue Mosque
Bistro · Sehit Muhtar
French consulate garden cafe serving croissants, tarts, entrecôte
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Mosque · Suleymaniye
Ornate mosque with gardens, Golden Horn views, less crowded
Kofta restaurant · Arnavutkoy
Traditional kofte meatballs, classic Turkish dishes & salads