Avlu Restaurant

Avlu Restaurant in Istanbul is a hidden gem for those looking to enjoy a quiet, refined dining experience in the city. The setting is peaceful, allowing for a truly enjoyable dinner without the hustle and bustle of more crowded spots. While the experience comes at a price, it is absolutely worth it. The food is not only delicious but thoughtfully crafted, with beautifully presented plates that enhance the overall enjoyment of each dish. The restaurant’s commitment to using fresh, local ingredients is evident, and the staff does an excellent job of introducing their selection of high-quality offerings. Beyond the food, the service was outstanding—attentive, professional, and welcoming. Everything about this restaurant contributes to an experience that is not just about dining but about savoring every moment. I highly recommend Avlu Restaurant for anyone seeking an exceptional culinary experience in Istanbul.

We had the lunch menu. Mostly had several starters and the food way okay. My starter zucchini was cold but perhaps it was meant to be that. Whilst the food didnt explode my taste buds. So if I wad to return it would be for a different menu. I must say that I did like their service. The manager made sure we were comfortable with heaters and also gave recommendations. Loved the coffee.

Very good Restaurant in Four Seasons. Quiet expensive, quality of food is high, small portions. You will be surrounded by music, it's a high end place. Food isn't typical Turkish, but kind of intl cuisine. Chef is polite, he came to greet us and was keen to ensure we had good experience.

I had a wonderful lunch at Avlu. The service was excellent—attentive and friendly waiters made me feel welcome and even helped me choose my order, which I really appreciated. I had a salad, mantı, and armutlu kadayıf, and each dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. The balance of textures and ingredients was impressive.

I made a reservation for a special day as a couple and left a note about dessert. Not only did they meet my expectations — they clearly exceeded them. Food was really good. Charred eggplant - tomato salad was fantastic as a starter. The summer menu has just launched, and it’s worth checking out. Everything was excellent. Thank you for a truly lovely evening. Highly recommend it for anyone hoping to make a sweet memory. Special thanks to all the staff — and to our wonderful host, Dilara.

Just wow! I’d give more stars if I could. Dining at Avlu was a true culinary experience—I was blown away by the modern, elevated take on Turkish cuisine. The Adana Burger, Cacik, Pide, and Duck were all incredible. The restaurant feels like an oasis in the heart of the city, and the service was top-notch. The hotel itself has such a unique vibe, as it used to be an Ottoman-era prison, which adds to the atmosphere. Truly an unforgettable experience.

My husband surprised me by booking this beautiful restaurant. I highly recommend to sit in the garden area which is a peaceful oasis in the middle of the bustling Sultanahmet neighbourhood. We ordered the winter salad and the special artichoke salad. It was truly memorable dished .. and as desert I recommend you to try their signature pastry: Kadayif.. super delicious and light pleasant taste! And as last the staff were very nice..and we got extra dessert from them..because we liked it so much! Thank you so much for the service.. if we come back to Istanbul will try it again 💯! Greeting from UK and Netherlands

Beautiful gardens, buildings, and friendly staff who speak English well!!🥰💛 The food was delicious and the staff were friendly, so I was quite satisfied with this restaurant. It was a perfect day, except for the rude tourists.😅 I plan to go again the next time I stay at the hotel.😉🧡👏🏻