Yeni Lokanta

"It was note perfect, starting with gloriously fluffy acma served with a smoky butter through dessert, a fancified kadayif (with Turkish coffee, naturally)." - Eater Staff

"A side street off the famous main road of Istikal Caddesi, a bright Mediterranean decor and the creativity of a discerning chef – welcome to Yeni Lokanta! Here you can enjoy Turkish flavours that draw on original ideas, resulting in fresher and lighter dishes that lose none of their exuberance. Order à la carte or opt for the set menu (a selection from the menu) and discover how the focus on vegetables, local produce and Turkish wines makes this dining experience all the more engaging." - Michelin Inspector

"A consistently excellent venue for lunch or dinner, locals love to dine on modern interpretations of classic Turkish dishes at Yeni Lokanta, especially the mantı (dumplings filled with meat) which has become rather famous in its own right."

"A New Take on Classic Turkish Cuisine Just off of Istanbul’s pedestrian shopping street, Istiklal Caddesi, Yeni Lokanta opened in 2013. Yeni means “new” in Turkish and the menu ventures in unexpected, surprising, and delicious directions, even if the décor, with its tiled floors and white washed walls, may look like that of many other restaurants in Istanbul . The sea bean salad is given a sour kick with the addition of green plums; the manti (Turkish ravoli) are prepared with a dried eggplant filling rather than minced meat; and bulgur salad takes on a red hue and fresh flavor with the addition of sour cherries. Order one of the meze selections to sample three dishes, in servings generous enough for two to share. Save room for dessert or you may miss your chance to try smoked buffalo milk ice cream—an unusual salty-sweet companion to the kadayif custard fritter."