Hodan Restaurant
Chef Driven Garden Seasonal
Hodan
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$$$
Michelin-recommended chef reinterpreting Turkish gastronomy in a garden oasis
Restaurant
Smelt & Co.
Chef-driven Aegean gastro in a pastel townhouse: Balat's serious dining address
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Balat's only serious gastro address, where chef-driven Aegean cuisine meets kombucha cocktails in a pastel townhouse. The menu reflects the same ingredient-first philosophy as the city's best modern Turkish restaurants, transplanted to Balat's increasingly interesting food scene.
Editor's Tip
Chef-driven Aegean in Balat is the rarity; the kitchen is more committed than the pastel townhouse aesthetic suggests. Order the seasonal tasting (4 courses) and the natural-wine pairing. Tuesday-Thursday for the kitchen at its sharpest; weekends bring a tourist demographic that flattens the menu.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Smelt & Co., reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Smelt & Co.?
Smelt & Co. is located in Balat, Istanbul, Balat Mahallesi, 34087 Fatih, Istanbul.
What is Smelt & Co. best for?
Smelt & Co. is especially popular for Dinner, Date Night.
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