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Hamdi Restaurant vs Hunkar

Hunkar and Hamdi Restaurant are both highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hamdi Restaurant ranks slightly higher than Hunkar. Hamdi Restaurant comes in at 81 with positive reviews from 6 publications such as Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.

Hamdi Restaurant
Hamdi Restaurant
7 / 10
Tahmis Cad KalcIn Sok No.17 Eminonu, Istanbul, Turkey
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This longtime grillhouse is an Istanbul institution, with its huge selection of kebabs." Full review
Frommer's 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 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 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 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."
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Hunkar
Hunkar
7 / 10
Mim Kemal Öke Caddesi 21, Istanbul, Turkey
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Istanbullus wax lyrical over the traditional Turkish and Ottoman cooking served here. Hünkar is famous for its begendili kebap and roast lamb." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This family-run restaurant has an admirable record for serving tasty Turkish food, including delightful and little known Ottoman dishes."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Classic Ottoman/ Turkish cuisine at its best."
Time Out Time Out
"The menu offers the bests of Turkish- Ottoman Cuisine." Full review
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As a dessert, you can choose from 15 different Turkish milky and doughy desserts.