Kalamış Afitap Meyhane Restaurant
Classic Authentic Traditional Turkish
Restaurant
Tarihi Safa Meyhanesi
130 years of rakı-table ritual in Yedikule
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Established 1895 by an Albanian family, still family-run. Food & Wine global 40-cities pick. Original Ottoman-era interior, mezes from small producers. Hidden from tourists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Tarihi Safa Meyhanesi, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Tarihi Safa Meyhanesi?
Tarihi Safa Meyhanesi is located in Fatih, Istanbul, Yedikule Mah. İlyasbey Cad. No:169, Fatih.
What are the opening hours of Tarihi Safa Meyhanesi?
Tarihi Safa Meyhanesi is open Mon-Sat 12:00-00:00; Sun closed.
What is Tarihi Safa Meyhanesi best for?
Tarihi Safa Meyhanesi is especially popular for Date Night, Celebration, Friends.
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