Experts' Choice Award Kanaat Lokantasi
What the experts agree on
Since 1933, this Uskudar institution perfects traditional Turkish home cooking from steam counters—chestnut pilav and dolma are standouts. Expect timeless decor, devoted staff, and rich, moreish flavors that keep locals and visitors returning
“The restaurant, located conveniently in Üsküdar, has visitors from all around the city and is always busy at every hour with its decoration with blue tiles, never changing staff and unique tastes.”
– Time Out
Rough Guide "The desserts are equally magnificent and include fruits such as fig, quince or apricot stuffed with nuts and topped with cream."
The Guardian "The chestnut pilav and dolma at Kanaat Lokantası, set up by the Kargılı family in 1933, was as good as I’d been told by friends, the setting distinctly old fashioned, the food moreish and rich"
Frommer's "Serving up Turkish classics since 1933, this local favorite has taken the esnaf (tradesman) restaurant concept (Turkish home cooking served from steam counters) and given it a thorough polish." Full review
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