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Ciya Sofrasi
Legendary Anatolian home cooking from a culinary anthropologist
Chef Musa Dagdeviren has spent decades documenting and preserving Turkey's disappearing regional recipes. At Ciya Sofrasi, he brings these treasures to life daily, serving dishes from obscure villages alongside familiar classics. No two visits are the same.
Editor's Tip
Go for lunch when selection is best. Point at what looks good - everything is exceptional. Legend.
Insider Tips
- Go for lunch - widest selection and freshest dishes
- Point at what looks good in the display - staff will explain
- Chef Musa spent 25+ years collecting disappearing recipes
- Featured in Netflix Chef's Table Season 5
- No alcohol served - focus is purely on the food
- Menu changes daily - no two visits are the same
Best Table: Near the display counter to see all options
Pricing Guide
Per Person
700 TRY
Range: 400 - 1,200
Couples Dinner
1,500 TRY
Range: 900 - 2,500
Group of Four
3,000 TRY
Range: 1,800 - 5,000
Service charge: Not included | Tipping: optional
Atmosphere
Music
none
No music - focus on food and conversation
Volume Level
moderate
Conversation friendly
Capacity
100 guests
medium venue
Dress Code
casual
Ambiance: natural lighting, traditional turkish style
Views & Setting
View Type
street scene
View Quality
none
Indoor
Food & Drinks
Cuisine
anatolian, turkish traditional
Food Quality
*****/5
Chef: Musa Dagdeviren
Bar Program
basic cocktails
limited wine list
Must-Try Dishes
- Daily regional specials
- Kebaps from obscure villages
- Traditional mezze
- Seasonal Anatolian dishes
Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Options Gluten-Free Available
Reservations
Policy
walk in-fine
Weekday
Not needed
Weekend
Not needed
phone
Tip: No reservations - just show up. Best selection at lunch.
Walk-in Info
Weekday: 5-10 min | Weekend: 10-20 min
Best Times to Visit
Best Days
Any day
Best Time for Dinner
12:00-14:00 for best selection
The Crowd
Age Range
All ages
Vibe
creative casual
Mix
60% Locals, 30% Tourists
localstouristsfamilies
Instagram Worthiness: ****/5
Best spots: Food display counter
Perfect For
Family Gathering
Max group size: 10 people
Kids: welcomed
Recognition & Quality
Awards
- Chef's Table Netflix feature
Consistency
legendary
Value for Money
*****/5
Local Opinion
beloved
Established 1998 | independent
Getting There
Parking
Not available
Difficulty: challenging
Transport
Taxi: moderate
Ferry to Kadikoy + 5 min walk
Tell your driver: Kadikoy Market area
Staff speaks: Turkish, English
Service style: friendly casual , efficient pace
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