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Fes CafevsBanyan
Fes Cafe and Banyan are both rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Banyan ranks marginally higher than Fes Cafe. Banyan ranks #19 in Istanbul with positive reviews from 4 publications such as concierge.com, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Fes Cafe
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Alibaba Turbe So. No. 25-27, Nuruosmaniye, Eminonu, Istanbul, Turkey
From $0/night
Fodor's "Funky black-and-white Lucite chairs and fresh flowers on the wooden tables provide a shot of modern style in the heart of the Grand Bazaar." Full review
Frommer's "The original Fez Café began as a tiny cafe serving much-needed caffeine and sugar for the boost required to make it through a grueling day wandering the Grand Bazaar." Full review
Lonely Planet "This stylish cafe just outside the Nuruosmaniye Gate is an excellent place to relax over lunch or a coffee." Full review
Rough Guide "A trendy mix of traditional and new, with designer tables spilling out onto a quiet cobbled street."
Banyan
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Muallim Naci Cad. Salhane Sok. D:3 Ortakoy, Istanbul, Turkey
From $25/night
Concierge "Asian fusion may be le dernier cri by Western standards, but it's still finding its feet in Istanbul, in tandem with the city's farouche flirtation with health food."
Frommer's "This top-floor hot spot takes full advantage of its position overlooking Ortaköy and the Bosphorus, with an amazing outdoor terrace that in the crisper months is heated by an open fire pit." Full review
Lonely Planet "The menu here travels around Asia, featuring Thai, Japanese, Vietnamese and Chinese dishes including soups, satays and salads." Full review
Rough Guide "Inventive Asian fusion cuisine featuring jazzed-up versions of all the usual suspects – dim sum, tempura, wok-fried noodles – and throwing in a few surprises too."
Fodor's "The restaurant, which has a soothing dining room with long banquettes, serves traditional Asian fare, including a variety of dim sum and beef in orange sauce." Full review
Time Out "Menu at Banya is comprised of Asian fusion cuisine adapted for the Turkish taste." Full review
Michelin Guide0 Stars
"As you take in the view of Ortaköy Mosque and the action on the Bosphorus through the large windows, the DJ at the cocktail bar plays the hottest beats...expect modern Asian dishes and spicy flavours" Full review
