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Ottoman imperial cuisine in Ciragan Palace
Restaurant Editor's Pick
Ruya Istanbul
Contemporary Anatolian cuisine in the legendary Ciragan Palace
Ruya Istanbul brings the acclaimed global Anatolian dining brand home to its birthplace at the legendary Ciragan Palace Kempinski. The restaurant fuses a lively dining room, lounge, and bar with breathtaking Bosphorus views from the 17th-century Ottoman palace. Executive Chef Colin Clague crafts contemporary interpretations of Anatolian classics spanning Mediterranean to Black Sea regions, including the signature 24-hour slow-cooked beef short ribs and UNESCO-heritage-inspired Mantarli Keskek with truffle and mushrooms.
Editor's Tip
Global Ruya brand (London, Dubai, Cannes, Riyadh) comes home. Inside Ciragan Palace. Chef Colin Clague. 24h slow-cooked ribs legendary. DJ Wed/Fri/Sat from 20:00.
Insider Tips
- Part of global Ruya brand - London, Dubai, Cannes, Riyadh
- Inside 17th-century Ciragan Palace - only Ottoman palace hotel
- 24-hour slow-cooked beef ribs are legendary
- DJ sets Wednesday, Friday, Saturday from 20:00
- Bar snacks available 16:00-19:00 and 23:00-24:00
Pricing Guide
Per Person
3,500 TRY
Range: 2,000 - 6,000
Atmosphere
Music
dj, lounge, ambient
Volume Level
moderate
Conversation friendly
Capacity
150 guests
large venue
Dress Code
elegant casual
No sportswear, beachwear, shorts or caps
Food & Drinks
Cuisine
anatolian, contemporary turkish, mediterranean
Food Quality
*****/5
Bar Program
signature cocktails
extensive wine list
Must-Try Dishes
- 24-Hour Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs
- Mantarli Keskek (truffle & mushroom)
- Simit Havyar
- 3-Day Fermented Black Sea Pide
Signature Drinks
- Turkish-inspired cocktails (cardamom, rose, pomegranate)
- Turkish wine selection
- Aniseed drinks
Reservations
Policy
essential
Weekday
2-3 days
Weekend
1 week ahead
phoneemail
Tip: Email diningreservations.ciraganpalace@kempinski.com. Request terrace for sunset.
Recognition & Quality
Consistency
excellent
Value for Money
***/5
Local Opinion
new favorite
Established 2024 | Ruya Restaurants Group
Getting There
Parking
valet
Difficulty: easy
Transport
Taxi: convenient
Tell your driver: Ciragan Palace Kempinski
Amex Accepted
Staff speaks: Turkish, English, Arabic
Service style: luxury professional
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