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Ottoman imperial cuisine in Ciragan Palace
Lively university district with seafood and Bosphorus access
A vibrant neighborhood where university culture meets local tradition. Beşiktaş offers excellent seafood restaurants along the Bosphorus, lively streets filled with students, and easy access to Ortaköy and the famous Bosphorus Bridge. The energy here is unmatched.
9 Lokale
Ottoman imperial cuisine in Ciragan Palace
Contemporary Anatolian cuisine in the legendary Ciragan Palace
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16 Lokale
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Marble columns, Bosphorus terrace, Ottoman cocktails by the sultan's harem hall
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Glass jewel-box of vintage champagne with sommelier service
5 Lokale
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