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Mukellef Karaköy - Restaurant in Karaköy, Istanbul
Restaurant Editor's Pick

Mukellef Karaköy

TV chef Arda Turkmen's rooftop meyhane with Golden Horn views

Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed December 2025
Karaköy |
$$$ Great value for Restaurant
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10:00 - 15:00 (breakfast), 18:00 - 02:00 (dinner, kitchen closes midnight)
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8.5 /10
| Last reviewed: Dec 2025

Mukellef Karaköy is celebrity chef Arda Turkmen's acclaimed meyhane on the terrace of The Haze Karaköy. Since 2015, it has been one of the most sought-after spots in the neighborhood, offering contemporary twists on traditional Turkish meze. The breathtaking views of the Golden Horn, Galata Tower and Historic Peninsula complement a menu featuring family recipes like mother's fava bean puree and 6-8 hour slow-cooked beef cheeks. Despite elegant white tablecloths, the casual meyhane spirit prevails.

Editor's Tip

By TV chef Arda Turkmen. Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice. Rooftop views of Golden Horn and Galata Tower. Reserve for summer terrace. Slow-cooked beef cheeks are legendary.

At a Glance

Established
2015
Capacity
120 · medium large
Cuisine
turkish, meyhane, meze
Average Spend
1,200 TRY / per person

Signature Dishes

  • Fried Squash Blossoms
  • Fava Bean Puree (mother's recipe)
  • Beef Cheeks (6-8 hour slow-cooked)
  • Fried Liver
  • Swiss Chard Stuffed with Grains

Signature Drinks

  • Raki Selection
  • Turkish Wine
  • Classic Cocktails

Insider Tips

Must Order

Beef CheeksFava Bean PureeFried Squash Blossoms

Pro Tips

  • By celebrity TV chef Arda Turkmen (CNN Turk - Arda'nin Mutfagi)
  • Rooftop of The Haze Karaköy with panoramic views
  • Beef cheeks slow-cooked 6-8 hours are legendary
  • Fava bean puree is his mother's recipe
  • Also does breakfast 10:00-15:00

Pricing Guide

Per Person

1,200 TRY

Range: 800 - 2,000

Budget Calculator

2 people

Minimum

Typical

Maximum

Atmosphere

Music

turkish, ambient

Traditional background music, occasionally live on weekends

Volume Level

moderate

Conversation friendly

Capacity

120 guests

medium large venue

Dress Code

smart casual

Casual elegant

Food & Drinks

Cuisine

turkish, meyhane, meze

Food Quality

****/5

Bar Program

classic cocktails

turkish focused wine list

Must-Try Dishes

  • Fried Squash Blossoms
  • Fava Bean Puree (mother's recipe)
  • Beef Cheeks (6-8 hour slow-cooked)
  • Fried Liver

Signature Drinks

  • Raki Selection
  • Turkish Wine
  • Classic Cocktails

Reservations

Policy

Essential

Weekday

same-day possible

Weekend

2-3 days ahead

phonewhatsapp

Tip: WhatsApp +90 530 353 28 04. Summer terrace books up fast - reserve early.

Recognition & Quality

Consistency

good

Value for Money

****/5

Local Opinion

popular

Established 2015 | Arda Turkmen

Getting There

Parking

street, nearby lot

Difficulty: moderate

Transport

Taxi: convenient

Tell your driver: The Haze Karaköy rooftop

Amex Accepted

Staff speaks: Turkish, English

Service style: friendly professional

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