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Authentic Istanbul Food Tour on the Asian Side in Kadıköy

Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    Sample Menu

    Starter

    Pickle Juice (Turşu Suyu)

    A tangy, salty, and refreshing local favorite that wakes up your palate.

    Starter

    Balık Ekmek (Grilled Fish Sandwich)

    Freshly grilled mackerel in soft bread with crisp greens and lemon. Simple, smoky, and satisfying.

    Main

    Çiğ Köfte Wrap

    Spicy, hand-kneaded bulgur and herbs wrapped with fresh greens and pomegranate molasses.

    Starter

    Midye Dolma (Stuffed Mussels)

    Plump mussels filled with fragrant spiced rice, served warm with lemon.

    Main

    Kokoreç (Lamb Offal Sandwich)

    Smoky, perfectly spiced lamb intestines grilled and chopped in crusty bread.

    Main

    Islak Burger (Wet Burger)

    Istanbul’s famous saucy, steamed burger in a soft, tomato-soaked bun.

    Dessert

    Sambali (Semolina Cake Dessert)

    Sweet, syrup-soaked semolina cake with hints of rose water and almonds.

    What's Included

    • 3-hour guided walking food tour in Kadıköy
    • Friendly local guide (English, Turkish)
    • 6+ generous tastings at authentic local stops (enough for a full meal)
    • Pickle juice, grilled fish, çiğ köfte, stuffed mussels, kokoreç, wet burger, sambali dessert
    • Stories, cultural insights, and local history shared by your guide
    • Vegetarian options available on request
    • Small-group experience for a personal, relaxed atmosphere
    • Extra Orders

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Kadikoy Square, the Statue of Ataturk
      Caferağa, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye

      will meet you in front of the statue at either 1:00 PM or 5:00 PM, depending on the tour you booked. Please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled start time to ensure we begin promptly.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    4.5
    based on 13 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    The food was good. We...

    Sarah_C, Mar 2026
    The food was good. We were full after the 3rd stop and couldn’t eat much more. Some of the places felt very touristy though. Our tour was awkward because it was just my partner and I. The tour guide didn’t really tell us anything about the area or the food. She didn’t know the neighborhoods well.

    Response from Host, Mar 2026

    We appreciate your comments regarding the guiding and the level of information shared during the tour. Providing context about the food and the area is an important part of the experience, and we will address this with our team to improve it moving forward. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and that the portions were generous. Our tours are small-group experiences, so the number of guests can vary depending on bookings — sometimes it’s just two people, while other times the group is larger. We also carefully select spots that are popular with locals rather than tourist-focused restaurants. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts.

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