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Kalimera Istanbul - Restaurant in Nisantasi, Istanbul
Restaurant Editor's Pick

Kalimera Istanbul

Salt Bae's authentic Greek cuisine at Park Hyatt Macka Palas

Nisantasi |
$$$$
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07:00 - 00:00 daily (breakfast 07:00-11:00)
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8.7 /10

Kalimera Istanbul brings authentic Aegean and Greek cuisine to Nisantasi, owned by celebrity chef Nusret Gokce (Salt Bae). Located within the elegant Park Hyatt Macka Palas, the restaurant captures the essence of the Aegean in every ingredient and flavor. From morning breakfast buffets featuring Aegean olives, cheeses, and local jams to refined lunches and dinners of fresh seafood, shared mezze, and traditional Greek desserts, Kalimera offers a complete journey through Greek culinary traditions with modern sophistication.

Editor's Tip

Salt Bae's Greek concept. Inside Park Hyatt. 251K Instagram followers. Aegean-inspired menu with olive oil focus. Dishes presented directly to table - no menu cards.

Insider Tips

  • Owned by Nusret Gokce (Salt Bae)
  • Inside Park Hyatt - same building as Cipriani
  • Dishes presented directly to table - no menu cards
  • Breakfast buffet features Aegean olives, cheeses, local jams
  • Fresh fish is highlight - ask for daily catch

Pricing Guide

Per Person

2,500 TRY

Range: 1,500 - 4,500

Atmosphere

Music

greek, mediterranean, ambient

Greek-inspired background music

Volume Level

moderate

Conversation friendly

Capacity

120 guests

medium-large venue

Dress Code

smart casual

Elegant casual

Food & Drinks

Cuisine

greek, aegean, mediterranean

Food Quality

****/5

Bar Program

classic cocktails

greek focused wine list

Must-Try Dishes

  • Moussaka with Bechamel
  • Roasted Eggplant with Feta
  • Fresh Seasonal Fish
  • Seafood Pasta

Signature Drinks

  • Greek Wine Selection
  • Ouzo
  • Mediterranean Cocktails

Reservations

Policy

recommended

Weekday

1-2 days

Weekend

3-4 days ahead

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Tip: OpenTable reservations available. Breakfast buffet popular - arrive early.

Recognition & Quality

Consistency

good

Value for Money

***/5

Local Opinion

popular

Established 2023 | Nusret Gokce (Salt Bae)

Getting There

Parking

hotel-valet

Difficulty: easy

Transport

Taxi: convenient

Tell your driver: Park Hyatt Macka Palas

Amex Accepted

Staff speaks: Turkish, English, Greek

Service style: professional