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Nestled in the picturesque Tarabya district of Istanbul, Kıyı Restaurant offers a unique dining experience that combines stunning views of the marina with a menu that celebrates the rich flavors of Turkish seafood. As you step inside, the ambiance envelops you in a warm embrace, with art adorning the walls and the gentle sound of waves lapping against the shore. This is not just a restaurant; it's a culinary journey that invites you to savor the essence of coastal Turkey.

At Kıyı, the menu is a celebration of the sea, featuring dishes that highlight the freshness and quality of local ingredients. One standout dish is the **fried anchovies**, perfectly golden and crispy, served with a side of tangy lemon that enhances their natural flavor. Another must-try is the **fried red mullet**, renowned for its delicate texture and rich taste, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Each dish is crafted with care, ensuring that every bite transports you to the shores of Turkey.

The restaurant's location offers breathtaking views of the marina, making it an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or a gathering with friends. The second-floor terrace provides a cozy seating area where guests can enjoy their meals while watching boats glide by. Kıyı also hosts live music events, adding a vibrant atmosphere to your dining experience. This combination of great food and stunning scenery makes Kıyı a must-visit destination in Istanbul.

Located at Haydar Aliyev Caddesi No:186, Kıyı is easily accessible for both locals and tourists. The surrounding area is rich in cultural heritage, with attractions such as the historic Tarabya Marina and the lush parks that line the Bosphorus. After your meal, take a leisurely stroll along the waterfront or visit nearby cafes to soak in the vibrant atmosphere of this charming district.

Kıyı is renowned for its fresh seafood dishes, particularly the fried anchovies and red mullet, paired with stunning views of the marina.

Unfortunately, Kıyı does not offer outdoor seating, but the second-floor terrace provides a cozy atmosphere with great views.

Kıyı accepts credit and debit cards, making it convenient for guests.

Whether you’re a local or a traveler, Kıyı Restaurant invites you to indulge in a memorable dining experience. With its exquisite seafood dishes, breathtaking views, and inviting atmosphere, it’s a place where culinary dreams come true. Don’t miss out on the chance to create lasting memories—visit Kıyı today!

Coastal restaurant and terrace, hung with art & photographs, serving Turkish fish & seafood.

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Great quality food, very poor service.

Let‘s start with the food. The starters were top notch - heavenly quality and extremely well-executed (Tarama to die for!). Mains (fried anchovies, fried red mullet) were also very good, but did not stand out in comparison to cheaper places (which might well be due to the fact that both fish were fried).

Now the service. We‘ve been to countless places around the world, from street food stalls to three star michelin restaurants, you name it. But never have we seen such blatant two-tier treatment of local vs. non-local guests. We usually don’t mind unfriendly/incompetent service if it’s (a) in a cheap place or (b) directed towards everyone. But here, both boxes were ticked. Prices are quite elevated, e.g., 4500 TLR = 125€ for 1 kg of red mullet, almost 10€ for a beer and mediocre-at-best wine list with hardly any bottle below 100€. Now this wouldn’t be too much of a problem since most of the reviews mention the price point and the (food) quality justifies this.

BUT. Service is simply unbearable. Senior waiters act incredibly disinterested towards foreign guests. At first, the waiter took ages to bring us menus, then to take our order although the place was half-empty when we showed up. While taking the order, he literally stopped listening mid-sentence and started arranging salt and pepper mills at the neighboring (empty) table. After the order was placed, the same senior waiter simply forgot about our existence while dancing around local high society tables, only leaving their side to run to the kitchen and get their food, outdoing himself. Now the junior waiter (i.e., runner) enters the scene. While seeming genuinely nice, he was the pinnacle of incompetence. Let‘s start with the language barrier. All other tables had olive oil and salt/pepper mills, ours didn’t. No biggie, unless it‘s impossible to communicate our kind request to the junior waiter. I understand we are in a non-English speaking country, but I would expect from staff in a Michelin-recommended restaurant to understand the most essential 10-word restaurant vocabulary to avoid these problems. Same unsurpassable barrier repeated when the Helva of our two-item (!) dessert order did not arrive, though. Repeatedly mentioning the Turkish (!!!) word for said dessert did not make anything click in the young fellas head. At the same time the senior waiter also did not bother to jump in, still being busy with the local tables, even serving them their food to the individual plates etc etc. On top comes the operational incompetence of the junior staff. We were still eating some of the appetizers, with parts of the dishes still unfinished and they already rushed in to snatch the plates from our table (although mains weren’t ready yet anyways and we were still in the process of finishing). Sorry, but this place really has a training issue with staff.

Last small comment on the ambience. Great location right across the street from the marina with great views from the second floor. Seating is rather cozy, not in a bothersome way though. But no attention to detail whatsoever: empty soap dispenser in the bathroom (arrived there at 5 PM), run-down plates with black marks, differently-sized and shaped water/wine glasses on our table. No big deal at all, still kind of weird for a place with this price point.

If you have a chance to go there with a Turkish friend, absolutely do so since you will probably have a great experience. If you plan to arrive speaking English, expect to be treated as a second-rate customer while eating great-quality food.

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Kiyi, simple old school seafood restaurant with a stunning view of a picturesque marina. Nothing pretentious but good food. The fish was fresh and perfectly grilled. The dessert was again simple yet delicious.

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Food: fresh seafood well cooked
Environment: laid back with a nice view over the marina
Service: average

Price: personally find it expensive maybe it is the normal price?
- One full sea bass: 80 eur
- a glass of house white wine: 18 eur
- one person portion green salad: 10.5 eur

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Very expensive , I was charged 4360 TYL for a grilled fish, a shrimp cocktail, a glass of wine and a desert. All of it good but about 3 times more expensive that what you get in the immediate neighborhood.

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Lovely location right on the water, the food is awesome especially the seafood and the atmosphere they place provides is top and authentic. Price is very similar to all restaurants at the coastline but because they offer concerts and a great view of the water this place is fantastic

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