Istanbul's gourmet scene continues to shine in 2025! In this article, we will discover the best restaurants in Istanbul that have been awarded by the Michelin Guide. Prepared for both local and foreign travellers who are fond of taste, this list offers an unforgettable experience in terms of both taste and atmosphere. If you are curious about Michelin-starred restaurants in Istanbul and want to know the winners of 2025, be sure to check out our guide.
Source: Michelin
Chef Fatih Tutak, with his modern touches to the traditional flavours of Turkish cuisine, maintained his 2 Michelin Stars this year and took his place at the top of the list.
Address: Bomonti, Cumhuriyet Hacıahmet Silahşör Caddesi, Yeniyol Sokak No:2, Şişli, Istanbul, 34440, Turkey
Instagram: turkfatihtutak
Chef Maksut Aşkar distinguished himself with 1 Michelin Star and 1 Green Michelin Star at Neolokal.
Address: Arap Camii Mahallesi, Bankalar Caddesi No:11/1, Beyoglu, Istanbul, 34420, Turkey
Instagram: neolokal
Casa Lavanda in Şile has managed to become one of the restaurants that received 1 Michelin Star and 1 Green Michelin Star with Chef Emre Şen's exquisite dishes.
Address: Ulupelit Köyü, Seçilmiş Sokak No:2, Sile, Istanbul, 34980, Turkey
Instagram: casalavanda
Chef Cenk Debensason was one of the chefs who kept his Michelin Star this year, as he did last year.
Address: Etiler, Dilhayat Sokak No:28, Beşiktaş, Istanbul, 34337, Turkey
Instagram: arkestra.ist
The New Anatolian Cuisine that Mikla offers to its guests with its innovative approach has enabled it to successfully maintain its Michelin Star.
Address: Meşrutiyet Caddesi No:15, 18th floor, Tepebaşı/Beyoğlu, Istanbul, 34430, Turkey
Instagram: miklarestaurant
The modern flavors of Traditional Turkish Cuisine, led by Chef Sekan Aksoy, have earned Nicole Restaurant 1 Michelin Star.
Address: Tomtom Kaptan Sokak No:18, Beyoglu, Istanbul, 34433, Turkey
Instagram: nicolerestaurant
Seasonal products prepared with aromatic touches in the creative kitchen of Chef Zeynep Pınar Taşdemir have earned Araka 1 Michelin Star.
Address: Kapalı Bakkal Sokak No:8, Yenikoy/Sarıyer, Istanbul, 34464, Turkey
Instagram: araka.istanbul
The Barn received 1 Michelin Star with the unique atmosphere of Grandma's Wonderland and the exquisite menu carefully prepared by Chef Buğra Özdemir.
Address: Gazitepe Mahallesi, Akoren Caddesi, Ören Çiftliği, No:114, Silivri, Istanbul, 34570, Turkey
Instagram: thebarn_in_thefarm
Chef Bahtiyar Büyükduman offers a unique experience to his guests with 1 Michelin Green Star at Telezzüz, Istanbul's first vegan fine dining restaurant.
Address: Kuzguncuk, Koç Group Sports Club, Kuşbakışı Caddesi No:16, Üsküdar, Istanbul, 34674, Turkey
Instagram: telezzuz.ist
The last address of the Michelin Stars for 2025 is Japanese chef Yoshizumi Nagaya's place in Bebek, Istanbul. Sankai by Nagaya retained its 1 Michelin Star this year with its European style blended with Japanese traditions.
Address: Bebek, Cevdet Pasa Caddesi No:34, Beşiktaş, Istanbul, 34342, Turkey
Instagram: sankaibynagaya
The winner of the 1 Michelin Star, Nicole Restaurant, led by Chef Sekan Aksoy, won the Service Award and consolidated its place in the list.
Address: Tomtom Kaptan Sokak No:18, Beyoglu, Istanbul, 34433, Turkey
Instagram: nicolerestaurant
Another rating system as valuable as the Michelin Stars is the Michelin Bib Gourmand! This year, 4 restaurants from Istanbul were included in the list:
Araf Istanbul
Chef Kenan Cetinkaya and Chef Pinar Korgan Cetinkaya
Address: AG/E İç Kapı, 19 Mayıs Mahallesi Sümer Sokak Sümko N Blok No:1, No:2, Kadıköy, Istanbul, 34742, Turkey
Instagram: araf.istanbul
Nazende Cadde
Chief Uluç Sakarya
Address: Caddebostan, Sembol apt, Caddebostan Plaj Yolu Sokak No:13/A, Kadıköy, Istanbul, 34728, Turkey
Instagram: nazendecadde
Tatbak
'Very Good Food at the Best Price Award'
Address: Valikonağı cad Akkavak sok 38/b Nişantaşı, Istanbul, Turkey 34365
Instagram: tatbak_
Ali Ocakbaşı
Chef Engin Levent
Address:Arap Camii Mahallesi, Tersane Caddesi, Kardeşim Sokak No:45 Kat 4, Beyoğlu, Istanbul, 34421, Turkey
Instagram: aliocakbasi
TURK Fatih Tutak - 2 Michelin Stars
Neolocal - 1 Michelin Star & 1 Green Star
Nicole Restaurant - 1 Michelin Star
Araka - 1 Michelin Star
Arkestra - 1 Michelin Star
Mikla - 1 Michelin Star
Sankai by Nagaya - 1 Michelin Star
2024 Michelin Young Chef Award: Ulaş Durmaz - The Red Balloon
2024 Green Michelin Award: Circle by Verticle - Ibrahim Tunç
2024 Michelin Service Award: Tuğra Restaurant
TURK Fatih Tutak - 2 Michelin Stars
Neolocal - 1 Michelin Star & 1 Green Star
Nicole Restaurant - 1 Michelin Star
Mikla - 1 Michelin Star
Araka - 1 Michelin Star
2023 Michelin Young Chef Award: Mevlut Özkaya
2023 Michelin Service Award: Sunset Grill&Bar