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Khorasani Restaurant vs Hamdi Restaurant
Both establishments are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Khorasani Restaurant scores slightly higher than Hamdi Restaurant. Khorasani Restaurant has a TripExpert Score of 84 with praise from 7 reviewers including Afar Magazine, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Khorasani Restaurant
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Ticarethane Sok, No 39/41, Divanyolu Cad., Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34400, Turkey
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Fodor's
"One of Sultanahmet's most outstanding restaurants emphasizes the Arab- and Kurdish-influenced cuisine of southeastern Turkey, from where the restaurant's owners hail."
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Frommer's
"This new, smart standout in a sea of mediocrity brings not only good food, but good recipes from the Gaziantep and Antakya regions of Southeast Anatolia to the neighborhood."
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DK Eyewitness
"A cut above the usual kebab shop, this attractive restaurant offers dishes from the southern regions of Gaziantep and Antakya, including a reasonable number of vegetarian options."
Rough Guide
"If you are staying in Sultanahmet, this is the nearest place to sample authentic southeastern Turkish cuisine."
Afar Magazine
"Ask most tourism representatives, restaurateurs, and waiters in Old Istanbul to recommend a restaurant, and most will offer Khorasani Ocakbaşı and Kebabhouse."
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Hamdi Restaurant
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Tahmis Cad KalcIn Sok No.17 Eminonu, Istanbul, Turkey
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Fodor's
"This longtime grillhouse is an Istanbul institution, with its huge selection of kebabs."
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Frommer's
"This is a good alternative to the overpriced mediocrity of Pandeli Lokantasi only steps from the entrance to the Egyptian Spice Market."
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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."
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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
"The uninspiring facade of this five-storey joint fronting the square in Eminönü belies the quality and value of the food on offer inside."
