Ciya Sofrasi

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8 / 10

6 expert reviews

“Turkish and foreign foodies flock to the "Çiya empire" – three restaurants on the same bustling street – for an ever-changing menu of dishes lovingly collected from all around Turkey.”

– DK Eyewitness

Concierge Concierge
"If you're serious about Turkish food, it's worth making the ferry trip across the Bosphorus to Kadıköy for a meal at Çiya."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Three no-frills branches on the same street comprise one of Istanbul's most popular foodie destinations, and the reputation is well-deserved." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Çiya serves a variety of Anatolian dishes (mostly Eastern Mediterranean and Southeastern Anatolian), all made with ingredients imported from their native regions." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Every food lover visiting Istanbul makes a pilgrimage to taste Ciya Sofrasi’s regional dishes: meat stew with tart green plums or lamb intestines stuffed with spiced bulgur and minced lamb." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This unassuming restaurant in the heart of the Kadikoy neighborhood's market street belies its reputation as an Istanbul powerhouse"
Istanbul Travel Guide
August 16, 2021