Babel Cafe - Beyoglu

Babel cafe was a short walk down from our Airbnb. We came here for dinner after seeing all the good reviews. The place is located on the inside lane so a bit aw... read more Babel cafe was a short walk down from our Airbnb. We came here for dinner after seeing all the good reviews. The place is located on the inside lane so a bit away from the bustle but prices didn’t seem as reasonable. 2 beers, a coke, one appetiser and one main course set us back by almost 700 TRL (including service charge levied by the cafe, Aug’23). The service is quick and food was good. Hummus wasn’t the best I’ve tried in Istanbul but consider going here for a different cuisine.

My last day in Turkey, discovered this little place with pleasure. Food tastes amazing, the staff are super friendly. Good place to enjoy a meal while people wa... read more My last day in Turkey, discovered this little place with pleasure. Food tastes amazing, the staff are super friendly. Good place to enjoy a meal while people watching. If I’d be with more people, I’d definitely try the mezze, looks so tempting!

The server suggested a dish for us. It was amazing! Sample of each meat and seafood spicy sauces hummus naan everything we love. Even had nice wine and beer! So... read more The server suggested a dish for us. It was amazing! Sample of each meat and seafood spicy sauces hummus naan everything we love. Even had nice wine and beer! So much food we couldn't finish it

Landed in Istanbul and headed to this place after check-in on a hot summer night. It was almost closing time, but the guy there was super nice and friendly and... read more Landed in Istanbul and headed to this place after check-in on a hot summer night. It was almost closing time, but the guy there was super nice and friendly and said it was still ok to order food. I ordered a Babel Special from the menu, amazingly tasty and with a side of well seasoned salad. The place was also a whole vibe with some super interesting music playing in the background. I had the best time here and will definitely go back for more during my time here in Istanbul (probably for breakfast and coffee).

The Turkish food at this restaurant is fantastic and authentic. We visited twice in 5 days and can confidently say it's the best we've ever had. There are also... read more The Turkish food at this restaurant is fantastic and authentic. We visited twice in 5 days and can confidently say it's the best we've ever had. There are also plenty of vegetarian options available. A must-visit!