,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(28.969929,41.017227)/29.00022927671671,41.04904750559753,10.440460820713307/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
DevelivsHamdi Restaurant
Develi and Hamdi Restaurant are both endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hamdi Restaurant is the choice of most professionals compared to Develi. Hamdi Restaurant scores 79 with accolades from 6 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Develi
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Tepecik Yolu 22, Etiler, Istanbul, Turkey
From $0/night
Lonely Planet "The succulent kebaps here come in many guises and often reflect the season – the keme kebabi (truffle kebab) is only served for a few weeks each year, for instance." Full review
Travel + Leisure "West of the central tourist area of Sultanahmet, the neighborhood of Samatya is home to this long-time area restaurant." Full review
DK Eyewitness "It is no exaggeration to say that you have not really eaten a kebab until you have tucked into a Develi one."
Rough Guide Star
"Established in 1912, this famous place is noted for its excellent kebabs, cooked Gaziantep style, and a range of southeastern Turkish speciality starters including hummus."
Hamdi Restaurant
Fodor's
Frommer's Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Frommer's Frommer's
Tahmis Cad KalcIn Sok No.17 Eminonu, Istanbul, Turkey
From $0/night
Fodor's "This longtime grillhouse is an Istanbul institution, with its huge selection of kebabs." Full review
Frommer's "This is a good alternative to the overpriced mediocrity of Pandeli Lokantasi only steps from the entrance to the Egyptian Spice Market." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Starched white tablecloths, the smell of spices, and plenty of bustle and clamor accompany the plates of spicy kebaps at Istanbul’s favorite Anatolian restaurant." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The main draw at this popular restaurant, located behind the Spice Bazaar, is the spectacular view over the Golden Horn from the upper floors."
Rough Guide "The uninspiring facade of this five-storey joint fronting the square in Eminönü belies the quality and value of the food on offer inside."
Frommer's "This is a good-quality kebab restaurant that has gained an elevated status because of its location (next to the Spice Bazaar) and view (across the Golden Horn towards Galata Tower)." Full review
i
It has become incredibly popular with tourists and locals, so it's advisable to make a reservation, and make sure to request a table by the window so you can fully appreciate that view.
Frommer's "This is a good-quality kebab restaurant that has gained an elevated status because of its location (next to the Spice Bazaar) and view (across the Golden Horn towards Galata Tower)" Full review
i
It has become incredibly popular with tourists and locals, so it's advisable to make a reservation, and make sure to request a table by the window so you can fully appreciate that view.
