Cihangir
Bohemian quarter with artists, views, and charming cafes
Istanbul's beloved bohemian quarter, where artists, writers, and expats converge. Steep streets open onto breathtaking Golden Horn views, while cozy cafes and antique shops line every corner. The neighborhood cat population adds to its charming, village-like atmosphere.
Highlights
Restaurant
6 places
Authentic Antioch heritage cuisine in atmospheric Cihangir setting
A tree-shaded inner garden in Cihangir, easy Mediterranean plates under string light
Bar
7 places
Living-room cocktail den on a Cihangir side-street, foreign correspondents, local hipsters, the Egeli Mojito.
1980 Sıraselviler wine cellar, Cihangir's reference for natural pours and serious staff advice
Cafe
3 places
Turkey's pioneering third-wave roastery, owned by Mehmet Gurs's Istanbul Food & Beverage Group (acquired 2014)
Nightclub
1 place