Istanbul

An aptly named restaurant, 360istanbul is situated on a rooftop terrace with beautiful views and a sleek concrete and glass design. The menu offers fusion cuisine featuring Turkish, Mediterranean, and Oriental ingredients. There's a variety of options, with dishes including lamb rack confit, saffron risotto, and a popular rock lobster arrabiatta. Open for lunch and dinner Monday to Friday, and dinner only on weekends. Reservations required.

Food Type :Fusion

Address :Tomtom Mahallesi, Istiklal Cd No:8 D:163, Beyoğlu/Tepebaşı/Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey

Website :www.360istanbul.com/eng/index.html

Cezayir serves Turkish cuisine with an international influence. Indian spices are used in a Turkish samosa, and other menu favourites include the salmon carpaccio and the borek (grilled spinach and cheese pastry). With wicker chairs and pale yellow walls, the mood in this restaurant is very calm and relaxed. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations essential.

Food Type :Turkish

Address :Kuloğlu Mh., Hayriye Cd. No:12, Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey

Website :www.cezayir-istanbul.com

Set in a 19th century mansion overlooking the Golden Horn, Asitane serves authentic Ottoman cuisine. Featuring Central Asian, Anatolian, Middle Eastern, and Balkan influences, some recipes span some 500 years. Veal in apple sauce and cinnamon flavoured chicken kebabs are just two of the delicious menu options. Open daily for lunch and dinner, and brunch on Sundays. Reservations recommended.

Food Type :Turkish

Address :Edirnekapı Mahallesi, Kariye Cami Sk. No:6, Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey.

Website :www.asitanerestaurant.com/English/

Boasting two terraces on the Ortakoy's waterfront, this trendy restaurant's decor blends beautifully with its seaside location. While the menu features excellent seafood dishes, the pizza with pears, honey, and Roquefort is also sublime. Open daily, reservations required.

Food Type :Cafe

Address :Yıldız Mh., Salhane Sk. No:1, Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey.

Website :www.thehousecafe.com

The Korfez lies nestled in a cove on the Asian side of the Bosphorus Straight, with tables set on a deck right over the water and a view of the bridge. Korfez is often purported to be the best seafood restaurant in Istanbul. Start the meal with Turkish vegetable starters or from a selection of seafood appetisers. Fish meals are salted lightly and grilled to perfection. The restaurant provides a ferry for customers coming to dine there from the European side of the straight. Open daily except Mondays. Reservations essential.

Food Type :Seafood

Address :Anadolu Hisarı Mh., Körfez Cd. No:78, Beykoz/İstanbul, Turkey.

The Feriye Lokantasi is a multi-purpose venue with its own bar, cafe, conference hall, and two separate seasonal venues for the one restaurant. The best way to enjoy this facility is on the outdoor terrace on a balmy summer evening. The menu, like the venue, is flexible and based on what is seasonal, offering Turkish cuisine cooked in the Ottoman tradition. The menu offers delicious meals such as grilled turbot, with saffron and courgette balls, in raspberry puree. Open daily for lunch and dinner, reservations required.

Food Type :Local

Address :Yıldız Mh., Çırağan Cd. No:40, Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey.

Website :www.feriye.com/

Located on the top two floors of the 18 storey Marmara Pera Hotel, this gourmet restaurant offers glorious 360 degree vistas of the lights of Old Town. Chef-owner Mehmet Gurs prepares Turkish and Scandinavian meals such as sauteed scallops with vegetable risotto, and Ragu beef cheeks with porcini mushroom soup. An absolute favourite is the lamb escargot for mains, followed by a tachio and tahini ice-cream dessert. Reservations are essential.

Food Type :Mediterranean

Address :The Marmara Pera Meşrutiyet Caddesi 15, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Turkey.

Website :www.miklarestaurant.com/en