Meyhane is a tradition that lasts for hundreds of years... since the Byzantine Empire!
The word meyhane derives from two Persian words: "mey" which means wine and "khaneh" which means house. Meyhanes are traditional restaurants serving alcohol such as wine, raki and beer and of course traditional Turkish foods, called mezes.
At meyhane you can enjoy the delicious Turkish cuisine while enjoying dancing with the rhythms of the live Turkish music!
Tarihi Cumhuriyet MeyhanesiA three floor classic tavern and one of the most famous, not only in Balik Pazar but all over the Beyoglu area. For over a century, attracts locals and visitors with their big variety of delicious mezes, the seafood and the meat dishes, along with the live oriental music, played every day at the top floor! Address: Hüseyinağa, Sahne Sk. No:47, Beyoğlu / Phone:(0212) 243 6406 |
ImrozLocated at the famous Nevizade, this meyhane was one of the first in the area, established in the 1940s. A two floor tavern, offering 35 kinds of delicious meze at a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. During the summer time you can sit at the terrace while enjoying the breezy raki with a plate of fresh fruits! Address: Hüseyinağa Mh., Nevizade Sk No:16, 34435 / Phone:(0212) 249 9073 |
RefikOne of the most known taverns, opened with great care in 1954. A two-floor place where you feel like home, with its simple interior and the traditional Turkish music. Located at a very lively area of the city, serves over 30 kind of mezes, where during the summers you can enjoy them at the tables on the street! Address: Asmalımescit, Sofyalı Sk. No:6 / Phone:(0212) 243 2834 |
SafiAt this beautifully blue-white decorated place you will feel like you are standing next to the sea! A new spot, sponsored by Yeni Raki, located very close to Istiklal street. Safi offers a menu with several unique and tasty options, along with the delicious tahini souffle! The menu is available on iPad at 5 languages. Address: Meşrutiyet Cad. No:84, Beyoğlu / Phone:(0212) 251 2696 |
ÇukurA hidden meyhane, located one floor under the ground of an apartment building, on a side street of Istiklal. A small place with very simple decor, where you can taste really delicious mezes accompanied by raki or beer, in a friendly atmosphere of locals and tourists. Address: Kartal Sk., Beyoğlu / Phone:(0212) 244 5575 |