Barto’s Burger Place is a casual burger restaurant on Çengelköy Caddesi, the main street of Çengelköy, a village-like neighbourhood on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus in Üsküdar. It opened in the early 2020s with a young team and a short menu of smash burgers.
The kitchen bakes its own buns, in three types, and makes its cheese, relishes and mayonnaises in house. The mood is relaxed, with indoor and outdoor seating and wall quotes that make the corners popular for photos.
Quick Facts
| Turkish name | Barto's Burger Place |
|---|---|
| Address | Çengelköy Mahallesi, Çengelköy Caddesi No: 33/C, Çengelköy, Üsküdar, İstanbul |
| District | Üsküdar |
| Best time to visit | Late afternoon or early evening, after a walk along the shore. Lunch and weekend evenings are the busiest. Check the closing day before you go. |
| Recommended duration | 45 minutes to 1 hour |
| Cuisine | American-style smash burgers |
| Reservations | Not verified; a casual walk-in burger place. |
| Website | bartosburgerplace.com |
Reservations and Ordering at Barto's Burger Place
Reservations were not verified. Barto’s is a casual walk-in restaurant.
- Walk-in: usually possible; expect a wait at peak lunch and weekend evenings.
- Delivery: the restaurant lists delivery apps; check current options.
- Branches: this article covers the Çengelköy restaurant only.
Check the venue directly for current details.
Why Visit Barto's Burger Place?
For visitors who want a break from kebab and meze, Barto’s is one of the better-regarded burger places on the Asian side. The focus is narrow and the burgers are built with care: a smash patty, a fresh bun and a few well-chosen toppings.
Çengelköy is also a pleasant place to spend an afternoon. The shoreline tea gardens, the old wooden houses and Beylerbeyi Palace are all within easy reach, so the burger fits into a half-day along the Bosphorus.
Highlights of Barto's Burger Place
New York Double Smash
The restaurant's signature burger is the New York Double Smash, built with two 100 g smashed patties. Guides single it out as the best choice for a hungry visitor.
The smash technique gives the meat a browned crust and a juicy centre.
Tip: Order the double if you are hungry; otherwise start with a single burger.
Oklahoma onion smash
The Oklahoma burger uses a potato bun, smash patty, cheddar, truffle mayonnaise, grilled onions and pickle relish. It is a popular alternative to the New York style.
The grilled onions add sweetness to the richness of the cheese.
Tip: Ask for extra napkins; this one is messy.
Swiss cheese with sour cherry mayo
A burger with Swiss cheese and sour cherry mayonnaise adds a Turkish twist. The tangy sauce stands out against the meat.
It is a good choice if you want something less standard.
Tip: Try it if you already know the classic burgers.
House-baked buns and sauces
The restaurant bakes three kinds of bun fresh each day and matches each to a burger. Cheese, relishes and mayonnaises are homemade.
This detail is what sets the burgers apart from chain versions.
Tip: Ask which bun comes with which burger.
Fries to share
Fries are ordered separately and the portions are large enough to share. A homemade dipping sauce is available. Some visitors find the seasoned fries salty.
One portion between two people is usually enough.
Tip: Ask for the fries without extra seasoning if you prefer them mild.
Ribs and cheese
Another menu item that guides recommend is the ribs and cheese burger. Chicken tenders and other sides are also available.
The menu stays short and burger-focused.
Tip: Share one burger of each style to taste more.
What to Order
- New York Double Smash
- Oklahoma onion smash burger
- Swiss cheese burger with sour cherry mayo
- Ribs and cheese burger
- Fries to share
Atmosphere
Barto’s is informal and youthful. The room is bright, with a short menu board, quotes on the walls and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating. Staff are friendly, and the kitchen turns out orders quickly.
It fills with local families, couples and groups of friends at lunch and in the evening. A service charge is stated on the menu, so check it when you order.
History of Barto's Burger Place
Barto’s Burger Place opened in Çengelköy in the early 2020s, started by a young team who wanted to make burgers from scratch. Its menu stays short, and the kitchen makes buns, cheese and sauces in house.
The restaurant later opened a second branch in Maslak. Çengelköy itself is an old Bosphorus village known for its wooden houses, its shoreline tea gardens and the small cucumbers named after the district.
How to Get to Barto's Burger Place
The restaurant is on Çengelköy Caddesi, the main street of Çengelköy, in Üsküdar.
- Bus or taxi: from Üsküdar, buses and taxis run along the Bosphorus road to Çengelköy; check current routes on a map app.
- Marmaray and metro: take the Marmaray or M5 to Üsküdar, then continue by bus or taxi.
- Ferry: a ferry stop serves Çengelköy; check the current schedule.
There is no metro station in Çengelköy itself.
Food Nearby
Çengelköy's shoreline has tea gardens, breakfast places and fish restaurants. For a different meal, Bayramoğlu Döner in Kavacık serves wood-fired döner on the same side of the Bosphorus.
What to Bring
An appetite and a light jacket if you plan to sit outside by the water.
Family Suitability
Burgers and fries are easy for children, and the casual setting suits families. Check stairs and stroller access with the venue.
Istanbul Vibes Tips
- Order the New York Double Smash if you are hungry.
- Share a portion of fries between two people.
- Check the service charge noted on the menu when you order.
- Check the opening days; some listings show Monday closed.
- Walk along the Çengelköy shore before or after the meal.
- Visit Beylerbeyi Palace or Küçüksu Pavilion nearby.
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FAQ: Barto's Burger Place
What is Barto's Burger Place?
A casual burger restaurant in Çengelköy, Üsküdar, serving smash burgers with house-baked buns and homemade sauces.
Where is it?
On Çengelköy Caddesi in Çengelköy, on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus in Üsküdar.
What are the opening hours?
Listings show opening around midday until 23:00 or midnight, and some show Monday closed. Check with the venue.
What should I order?
The New York Double Smash is the signature. The Oklahoma onion burger and the Swiss cheese burger with sour cherry mayo are good alternatives.
Is it expensive?
It sits at a moderate level (₺₺), a little above chain burgers.
Do the burgers come with fries?
Fries are usually ordered separately and the portions are big enough to share.
Is there outdoor seating?
Yes, both indoor and outdoor seating are available.
Does it have other branches?
A second branch is listed in Maslak. This article covers the Çengelköy restaurant.
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