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Olden 1772 - Restaurant in Sirkeci, Istanbul
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Olden 1772

Fine dining in a 250-year-old Ottoman han with modern Anatolian cuisine

Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed December 2025
Sirkeci |
$$$$ Mid-range for Restaurant
|
09:00 - 01:00 (kitchen closes 00:00)
|
8.8 /10
| Last reviewed: Dec 2025

Located within the magnificent 250-year-old Muhsinzade Han in Sirkeci, Olden 1772 offers an ambitious gastronomy experience where past meets present. After a long restoration, this historic building now hosts one of Istanbul's most Instagram-worthy dining destinations. The kitchen celebrates Anatolian and Istanbul cuisine with modern interpretations, using local products with a sensitive approach to sustainability. By GEN Group, who also brought us Mesai Karaköy.

Editor's Tip

390K Instagram followers. 250-year-old Muhsinzade Han restored as Han 1772 hotel. Smart casual after 18:00, 18+ evenings. By GEN Group (Mesai Karaköy). Ambitious gastronomy in historic setting.

At a Glance

Capacity
120 · large
Cuisine
modern turkish, anatolian, istanbul

Signature Dishes

  • Modern Anatolian Mezes
  • Regional Specialties
  • Istanbul Classics Reimagined

Signature Drinks

  • Craft Cocktails
  • Turkish Wine
  • Raki

Insider Tips

Must Order

Chef's tasting menuModern Anatolian mezes

Pro Tips

  • 250-year-old Muhsinzade Han building - incredibly Instagram-worthy
  • 390K Instagram followers - very popular
  • 18+ policy after 6pm, smart casual dress code enforced
  • By GEN Group who also owns Mesai Karaköy
  • Inside Han 1772 boutique hotel

Atmosphere

Music

lounge, ambient

Elegant background music

Volume Level

moderate

Conversation friendly

Capacity

120 guests

large venue

Dress Code

smart casual

Smart casual required after 18:00. No shorts, slippers, tracksuits, or tights

Food & Drinks

Cuisine

modern turkish, anatolian, istanbul

Food Quality

****/5

Bar Program

signature cocktails

extensive wine list

Must-Try Dishes

  • Modern Anatolian Mezes
  • Regional Specialties
  • Istanbul Classics Reimagined

Signature Drinks

  • Craft Cocktails
  • Turkish Wine
  • Raki

Reservations

Policy

Essential

Weekday

2-3 days ahead

Weekend

1 week ahead

websitephone

Tip: 18+ after 18:00. Smart casual enforced. Book via website for best availability.

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