Restaurants
1924 Istanbul: Russian Émigré Fine Dining in Beyoğlu
This restaurant was opened in a previous incarnation by Russian refugees in 1924, closed in 2011, and reopened in 2015 under new…
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This page brings together restaurants in Istanbul that serve Turkish and neighbouring regional dishes in a traditional setting. It is meant for visitors who want a meal with some history behind it rather than a quick stop. You will find Ayaspaşa Turkish Restaurant here, a long-established place that also serves dishes from Eastern Europe. Each article explains what to expect from the menu and the atmosphere, plus practical details such as location and reservations, so you can choose a table that matches your plans for the day.
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Ayaspaşa Russian Restaurant: History, Menu and Reservations
Opened in Istanbul in 1943, Ayaspaşa Russian Restaurant has been serving Russian, Hungarian and other post-Soviet dishes for generations with old-school charm.…
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