Michelin Star Restaurants in Istanbul

Istanbul's gourmet scene continues to shine in 2025! In this article, we will discover the best restaurants in Istanbul that have been awarded by the Michelin Guide. Prepared for both local and foreign travellers who are fond of taste, this list offers an unforgettable experience in terms of both taste and atmosphere. If you are curious about Michelin-starred restaurants in Istanbul and want to know the winners of 2025, be sure to check out our guide.Source: MichelinChef Fatih Tutak, with his modern touches to the traditional flavours of Turkish cuisine, maintained his 2 Michelin Stars this year and took his place at the top of the list.Address: Bomonti, Cumhuriyet Hacıahmet Silahşör Caddesi, Yeniyol Sokak No:2, Şişli, Istanbul, 34440, TurkeyInstagram: turkfatihtutakChef Maksut Aşkar distinguished himself with 1 Michelin Star and 1 Green Michelin Star at Neolokal.Address: Arap Camii Mahallesi, Bankalar Caddesi No:11/1, Beyoglu, Istanbul, 34420, TurkeyInstagram: neolokalCasa Lavanda in Şile has managed to become one of the restaurants that received 1 Michelin Star and 1 Green Michelin Star with Chef Emre Şen's exquisite dishes.Address: Ulupelit Köyü, Seçilmiş Sokak No:2, Sile, Istanbul, 34980, TurkeyInstagram: casalavandaChef Cenk Debensason was one of the chefs who kept his Michelin Star this year, as he did last year.Address: Etiler, Dilhayat Sokak No:28, Beşiktaş, Istanbul, 34337, TurkeyInstagram: arkestra.istThe New Anatolian Cuisine that Mikla offers to its guests with its innovative approach has enabled it to successfully maintain its Michelin Star.Address: Meşrutiyet Caddesi No:15, 18th floor, Tepebaşı/Beyoğlu, Istanbul, 34430, TurkeyInstagram: miklarestaurantThe modern flavors of Traditional Turkish Cuisine, led by Chef Sekan Aksoy, have earned Nicole Restaurant 1 Michelin Star.Address: Tomtom Kaptan Sokak No:18, Beyoglu, Istanbul, 34433, TurkeyInstagram: nicolerestaurantSeasonal products prepared with aromatic touches in the creative kitchen of Chef Zeynep Pınar Taşdemir have earned Araka 1 Michelin Star.Address: Kapalı Bakkal Sokak No:8, Yenikoy/Sarıyer, Istanbul, 34464, TurkeyInstagram: araka.istanbulThe Barn received 1 Michelin Star with the unique atmosphere of Grandma's Wonderland and the exquisite menu carefully prepared by Chef Buğra Özdemir.Address: Gazitepe Mahallesi, Akoren Caddesi, Ören Çiftliği, No:114, Silivri, Istanbul, 34570, TurkeyInstagram: thebarn_in_thefarmChef Bahtiyar Büyükduman offers a unique experience to his guests with 1 Michelin Green Star at Telezzüz, Istanbul's first vegan fine dining restaurant.Address: Kuzguncuk, Koç Group Sports Club, Kuşbakışı Caddesi No:16, Üsküdar, Istanbul, 34674, TurkeyInstagram: telezzuz.istThe last address of the Michelin Stars for 2025 is Japanese chef Yoshizumi Nagaya's place in Bebek, Istanbul. Sankai by Nagaya retained its 1 Michelin Star this year with its European style blended with Japanese traditions. Address: Bebek, Cevdet Pasa Caddesi No:34, Beşiktaş, Istanbul, 34342, TurkeyInstagram: sankaibynagayaThe winner of the 1 Michelin Star, Nicole Restaurant, led by Chef Sekan Aksoy, won the Service Award and consolidated its place in the list.Address: Tomtom Kaptan Sokak No:18, Beyoglu, Istanbul, 34433, TurkeyInstagram: nicolerestaurantAnother rating system as valuable as the Michelin Stars is the Michelin Bib Gourmand! This year, 4 restaurants from Istanbul were included in the list: Araf IstanbulChef Kenan Cetinkaya and Chef Pinar Korgan CetinkayaAddress: AG/E İç Kapı, 19 Mayıs Mahallesi Sümer Sokak Sümko N Blok No:1, No:2, Kadıköy, Istanbul, 34742, TurkeyInstagram: araf.istanbulNazende CaddeChief Uluç SakaryaAddress: Caddebostan, Sembol apt, Caddebostan Plaj Yolu Sokak No:13/A, Kadıköy, Istanbul, 34728, TurkeyInstagram: nazendecaddeTatbak'Very Good Food at the Best Price Award'Address: Valikonağı cad Akkavak sok 38/b Nişantaşı, Istanbul, Turkey 34365Instagram: tatbak_Ali OcakbaşıChef Engin LeventAddress:Arap Camii Mahallesi, Tersane Caddesi, Kardeşim Sokak No:45 Kat 4, Beyoğlu, Istanbul, 34421, TurkeyInstagram: aliocakbasiTURK Fatih Tutak - 2 Michelin StarsNeolocal - 1 Michelin Star & 1 Green StarNicole Restaurant - 1 Michelin StarAraka - 1 Michelin StarArkestra - 1 Michelin StarMikla - 1 Michelin StarSankai by Nagaya - 1 Michelin Star2024 Michelin Young Chef Award: Ulaş Durmaz - The Red Balloon2024 Green Michelin Award: Circle by Verticle - Ibrahim Tunç2024 Michelin Service Award: Tuğra RestaurantTURK Fatih Tutak - 2 Michelin StarsNeolocal - 1 Michelin Star & 1 Green StarNicole Restaurant - 1 Michelin StarMikla - 1 Michelin StarAraka - 1 Michelin Star2023 Michelin Young Chef Award: Mevlut Özkaya2023 Michelin Service Award: Sunset Grill&Bar

Istanbul's Michelin Star Restaurants! 2025 Michelin Star Winners

1. TURK Fatih Tutak

2. Neolokal

3. Casa Lavanda

4. Arkestra

5. Mikla

6. Nicole Restaurant

7. Araka

8. The Barn

9. Telezzüz

10. Sankai by Nagaya

2025 Michelin Service Award winner Nicole

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2024 Michelin Star Winning Istanbul Restaurants

2023 Michelin Star Winning Istanbul Restaurants

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