Şehzade Cağ Kebap

Kebab shop · Hocapasa ·

Şehzade Cağ Kebap

Kebab shop · Hocapasa ·

Succulent horizontal lamb kebabs served with lavash & spicy sides

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Hoca Paşa, Hocapaşa Camii Sok. No:6 D:4, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye Get directions

₺400–600

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"Cağ kebabı is like the ancestor of döner. The lamb meat is sliced thicker than döner and cooked horizontally on a big skewer over hot charcoal, before it’s cut and served on small skewers called cağ. The dish made its way to Istanbul years ago from Erzurum, a city in eastern Turkey, and Şehzade is the best place to try it. The succulent lamb is best devoured with thin lavash bread, onion, ezme (spicy tomato and herb salad), and yogurt. For dessert, try the kadayıf dolması, a fried sweet filled with nuts and soaked in simple syrup." - Tuba Şatana

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Şehzade Cağ Kebap

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This grilled meat palace is at the entrance of Hocapaşa Sokak. Go for the cağ kebabı, skewered meat cut from a horizontal spit.

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Şehzade Cağ Kebap

Hasan K.

Google

Hands down the best kebab skewers I had in Turkey, the food was a solid 10/10. The meat skewers were small but fillig and they were flavorful and well seasoned. Unfortunately, the service did not match the quality of the food. The staff seemed disorganized and rude. We were first seated at a four person table, then asked to move because it was “too big,” which felt awkward. At the end, one server repeatedly said that the service charge was not included and strongly hinted for a tip, which felt strange and uncomfortable. Amazing food, but the service experience really needs improvement.

Sadiq A.

Google

The kebabs here are truly one of a kind. With the perfect balance of lamb meat and fat, they melt in the mouth effortlessly. For anyone familiar with Peshawari or Afghani cuisine, the taste is strikingly similar to Afghani boti — rich, smoky, and deeply satisfying. The restaurant was bustling with energy during our visit, so we ended up sitting outside. Despite the crowd, the food more than made up for the wait, leaving us with a memorable dining experience.

Ahmad A.

Google

Authentic food with real flavors that truly stand out. The place is always crowded, which says a lot about its popularity, but it’s absolutely worth the wait. Great taste, generous portions, and a lively atmosphere make it a must-visit for anyone who appreciates genuine cuisine.

Jan

Google

Delicious food and truly authentic vibes. I’ve been here several times and tried other in Hoca Pasa. This one stands out by far. Best flavor, minimal wait, and great service. It’s lively and a bit noisy, but still totally fine for conversation. The energy adds to the charm rather than distracting from it. A place that feels alive without crossing into chaos. Good balance between buzz and comfort.Highly recommended for anyone craving real taste and atmosphere.

Quyen L.

Google

Truly a local gem! The çağ kebab here is amazing — tender, juicy, and full of smoky flavor. The food is not only delicious but also very affordable. We loved it so much we actually came back twice in one day because we couldn’t get enough of that delicious meat! Highly recommend for anyone wanting real local taste in Istanbul.

Nur Zafirah Muhamad N.

Google

This is so good foodgasm level great that we came back 3 times in a row. I'm currently pregnant and hate lamb but this has absolutely no smell and the taste is absolutely heavenly. Soft, juicy, smoky, even the fat melts in your mouth in an explosion of flavour (the best part!). Usual portion is 2 skewers, but on the 2nd day we were absolutely starving and ordered extra portion hahaha. I'll be dreaming about this for a while now. Small place and super crowded especially during busy lunch hours so if you want a more calm dining experience avoid the hectic hours. Has seating outside, inside downstairs and upstairs. Superb absolutely top class.

Aaron L.

Google

There was a line by 7pm very popular but moved quite quick. Everyone knows to eat and go. I got 2 portions of the lamb. It was delicious, flavourful and fresh! I could have eaten a 3rd portion. Also people around me got extras. The ingredients are fresh and their spicy condiment is delicious.

Dena V.

Google

Delicious food, honestly might be favourite eating experience during our short stay in Istanbul. We are from the UK, and this was such a juicy, succulent kebab. A few "downsides" worth noting - small table vibe rather then big sit down resraurant. We ate outside, small rickety table that was on a slope and kept wobbling. Didn't effect eating as it was very easy to pull the succulent meat off the skewer, but might impact you if you dont have great mobility. Also, 3 people decided that the best place to stand and smoke was right on us, which definitely soured the experience as non-smokers. Despite this, highly recommend.