DevelivsFes Cafe
Both restaurants are praised by expert writers. Overall, Develi ranks marginally better than Fes Cafe. Develi ranks #17 in Istanbul with endorsements from 4 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Develi
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Tepecik Yolu 22, Etiler, Istanbul, Turkey
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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."
Fes Cafe
Fodor's
Frommer's Lonely Planet Rough Guide
Alibaba Turbe So. No. 25-27, Nuruosmaniye, Eminonu, Istanbul, Turkey
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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."
