Mükellef Karakoy

I think this was the best dinner spot during my recent visit to Istanbul. There were so many delicious starters and snacks, and the salads were fantastic. We had a sea bass that was cooked great, paired with a lovely bottle of white wine. The view was also amazing. Unfortunately, our table wasn’t near the windows, so we missed out on the best part of the view. Another downside was that the restaurant was quite noisy, and the staff had difficulty communicating in English. It was hard for them to explain the starters, and even requesting napkins was a challenge — only the hostess spoke English.

The food is very delicious, especially the seafood and grilled skewers. The portions are quite large—too much for 2 people, but just right for 4. Lunch is only served from 12 PM; if you arrive earlier, you’ll have to order breakfast, so be sure to let them know you’re waiting for lunch. Great view The staff is enthusiastic. Highly recommended!

The food was delicious (albeit pricey) and the service was incredibly attentive and helpful. Mustafa and his colleagues helped me out as I am recovering from an arm fracture. They even cut my lamb up for me! The only negative for me was that someone was smoking at the table next to us.

We had an amazing dinner! 🌟 Mustafá was absolutely wonderful — attentive, patient, and always ready with a smile and great recommendations. His kindness and professionalism made the experience even more special. The food was simply outstanding — full of flavor, beautifully presented, a true 10/10. The ambience was just perfect: lovely music, soft lighting, and breathtaking views. A memorable evening from start to finish. Highly recommended!

Would recommend coming with a big group instead of on a date. You need to order a bunch of different mezzes (basically turkish tapas) and it’s too much food for 2 or 3 people. We enjoyed the experience, great view — very chaotic though, more fun if you’re drunk. Best dishes were:

This is my favorite restaurant in Istanbul. The view is truly breathtaking, and the food is always amazing. It’s located on the rooftop of a hotel. Every time we come to Istanbul, we make sure to visit at least twice. Tonight in particular, we were served by Şebnem, her warm smile, kindness, and positive energy took the whole experience to another level. Next time we come, we’ll definitely be asking for her. Good service is truly valuable these days. You absolutely must come and experience it for yourself. I highly recommend it.

As a nomad traveler I’ve been to few restaurants that pay much attention to women dining alone. So when I say that the service here is absolutely amazing, that is not an overstatement! Mustafa and his team catered to me as much as any couple or group in the restaurant. The fact that I am treated differently in restaurants when I’m with a man or a group has been a complaint of mine for several years. I’ve received great service here when I was with others, but the real test was going in tonight, alone. And they did not disappoint! The food and service has always been amazing. The Turkish breakfast is unmatched, and I rarely eat beyond full, but I did tonight. The view? Line of sight with three mosques to include the blue mosques. This place is the trifecta! Amazing food, service, and view! I promise you, you can’t do better in Istanbul.

If you're looking for 360 views of Istanbul with incredible food options, this is the place. Absolutely stunning atmosphere! We really enjoyed the dishes recommended by our lovely server Nejla, who was honestly, the best part of our experience. She is super friendly, warm, and welcoming. Also helped us a lot with selecting the right dishes. An evening to remember forever!