Turkey

Michelin debuts in Istanbul

53 restaurants selected for prestigious culinary guide

53 restaurants have been selected for the first ever Michelin Guide in Istanbul, with five Istanbul restaurants winning Michelin stars for the first time.

The culinary map of Istanbul greatly impressed the Michelin Guide inspectors, who awarded the TURK Fatih Tutak two Michelin stars for its exceptional cuisine. Four other restaurants won one star, and 10 restaurants were awarded Bib Gourmand, a special award given to restaurants that offer a three-course meal at a reasonable price. Neolokal added a MICHELIN Green Star to its Red Star, in recognition of its pioneering approach to sustainable gastronomy.

TURK Fatih Tutak is highlighted with Two Michelin Stars
Located in the Şişli Bomonti district, on the European side of the city, TURK Fatih Tutak offers a modern and sophisticated menu of traditional Turkish flavors, including recipes which are cleverly reinvented by chef Fatih Tutak. Chef Tutak has experienced an international career with the world’s culinary elite, but returned to Turkey in 2019 to open his own fine-dining restaurant.

Four restaurants awarded One Michelin Star
Reflecting the excellence of the Istanbul culinary scene, four restaurants known for their Turkish products and flavors have received One Michelin Star. They are: ARAKA, MIKLA, NEOLOKAL, and NICOLE

10 restaurants awarded Bib Gourmand
10 Istanbul eateries were awarded the Bib Gourmand, which spotlights restaurants that offer three-course meals at reasonable prices.

Michelin Young Chef and Service Awards
The Michelin Young Chef Award, recognizing professionals for their expertise and talent, was awarded to Mevlüt Özkaya at Mürver. A rising star of gastronomy, Mevlüt Özkaya has helmed the kitchens at this prestigious restaurant for two years and impressed the Michelin inspectors with his distinctive and precise cooking style, where wood fire cooking plays the lead role.

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