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Restaurant
Eftalya Balik
Renowned Bosphorus seafood with 5 experienced chef-partners
Eftalya Balik first opened on the Arnavutkoy waterfront and quickly became one of Istanbul's most respected seafood destinations. Run by 5 partners who previously served as chefs in Istanbul's finest fish restaurants, the venue welcomes guests with delicious food, hospitality, and elegance. Specialties include fish soup, grilled fish balls with soy-garlic sauce, seafood crepe, and stuffed calamari.
Editor's Tip
5 former top-restaurant chefs as partners. Famous for fish soup and grilled fish balls. Arnavutkoy waterfront location.
Insider Tips
- 5 chef-owners from top restaurants
- Fish soup is a must-start
- Grilled fish balls are signature
Pricing Guide
Per Person
2,500 TRY
Range: 1,500 - 4,000
Couples Dinner
5,000 TRY
Range: 3,000 - 8,000
Group of Four
10,000 TRY
Range: 6,000 - 16,000
Service charge: Not included | Tipping: expected 10-15
Atmosphere
Music
ambient, classic elegant
Quiet background
Volume Level
moderate
Conversation friendly
Capacity
100 guests
medium venue
Dress Code
smart casual
Smart casual
Ambiance: warm lighting, classic classic & waterfront style
Views & Setting
View Type
bosphorus
View Quality
exceptional
Indoor Waterfront
Food & Drinks
Cuisine
seafood, turkish classic
Food Quality
*****/5
Bar Program
cocktails
sommelier curated wine list
Must-Try Dishes
- Fish Soup
- Grilled Fish Balls with Soy-Garlic
- Seafood Crepe
- Stuffed Calamari
Signature Drinks
- Raki
- Turkish wine
Gluten-Free Available
Reservations
Policy
recommended
Weekday
same-day
Weekend
2-3 days ahead
phonewebsite
Tip: Try the fish soup starter. Ask for the fresh catch of the day.
Recognition & Quality
Consistency
excellent
Value for Money
*****/5
Local Opinion
beloved
Getting There
Parking
valet
Difficulty: moderate
Transport
Taxi: convenient
Tell your driver: Arnavutkoy Mah. 1. Cad
Amex Accepted
Staff speaks: Turkish, English
Service style: professional
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