Aheste Restaurant
Hidden Gem Romantic Cozy
Restaurant
Giritli
Cretan family restaurant with 20-meze fixed menu and unlimited drinks
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Sultanahmet |
$$$ Upscale for Restaurant
| 12:00 - 00:00 (Closed some days)
| Last reviewed: Jun 2026 Run by a family with Cretan heritage, Giritli offers an exceptional prix-fixe experience in a charming 19th-century wooden house. The fixed menu includes 20 mezes, a main course, and unlimited Turkish wine, beer, and raki. Chef Ayse Sensilay brings authentic Cretan flavors to the vine-shaded garden terrace in Sultanahmet. Michelin Guide Selected.
Editor's Tip
Michelin Selected. Cretan family heritage. Fixed menu 50 EUR includes 20 mezes + main + unlimited drinks. Garden terrace. Chef Ayse Sensilay.
Insider Guide
Must Order
The entire fixed menu - it's all included!
Pro Tips
- Fixed menu includes unlimited drinks
- Reserve garden terrace in summer
- Great for groups
At a Glance
- Capacity
- 60 · medium
- Chef
- Ayse Sensilay
- Cuisine
- cretan, greek, turkish traditional
- Average Spend
- 1,800 TRY / per person
Signature Dishes
- Girit Mezesi (cheese spread)
- Seafood mezes
- Cretan specialties
Insider Tips
Must Order
The entire fixed menu - it's all included!
Pro Tips
- Fixed menu includes unlimited drinks
- Reserve garden terrace in summer
- Great for groups
- Live music some evenings
- Fixed menu includes unlimited drinks
- Reserve garden terrace in summer
- Great for groups
- Live music some evenings
Must Order:
The entire fixed menu - it's all included!
Pricing Guide
Per Person
1,800 TRY
Range: 1,500 - 2,200
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Party Size
Food & drinks –
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Atmosphere
Capacity
60 guests
medium venue
Food & Drinks
Cuisine
cretan, greek, turkish traditional
Food Quality
*****/5
Chef: Ayse Sensilay
Bar Program
Turkish wines included wine list
Must-Try Dishes
- Girit Mezesi (cheese spread)
- Seafood mezes
- Cretan specialties
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Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Giritli, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Giritli?
Giritli is located in Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Keresteci Hakki Sok. No:8, Cankurtaran, Fatih.
What are the opening hours of Giritli?
Giritli is open 12:00 - 00:00 (Closed some days).
What type of cuisine does Giritli serve?
Giritli serves cretan, greek, turkish traditional cuisine.
How much does Giritli cost?
The average spend per person at Giritli is around 1800 TRY. Prices typically range from 1500 to 2200 TRY.
What should I order at Giritli?
Signature dishes to try at Giritli include Girit Mezesi (cheese spread), Seafood mezes, Cretan specialties.
What is Giritli best for?
Giritli is especially popular for Date Night, Groups, Foodies.
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