Things to Do in Kadıköy, Istanbul 2026
All 42 places within Kadıköy. Every location has been individually verified; ratings are shown separately as our editorial score and the Google score.
42 places
Tarantella Pizza Napoletana
A boutique Neapolitan-style pizzeria that opened in August 2025 in Kadıköy's Caferağa/Moda area. It imports San Marzano tomatoes from Italy and makes pesto fresh daily, and is also known for its homemade tiramisu.
The Townhouse
One of the first names that comes to mind on Bağdat Avenue, The Townhouse blends British pub elegance with Suadiye's seaside ease. Expertly crafted cocktails and a wide beer and whisky selection make it equally good for dinner or a long night at the bar.
Maziden Meyhane
Practically next door to the Bostancı Marmaray stop, Maziden Meyhane pairs a classic meze spread with quick service and live music. Quality grilled meats and carefully made appetizers have made it one of the most talked-about meyhanes in the area.
Şengönül Mantı
On Ethemefendi Avenue in Erenköy, one of the neighborhood's highest-rated spots for hand-rolled mantı. The yogurt-and-butter balance is spot on — a proper stop for homemade-style Turkish dumplings.
Strada
At the Suadiye end of Bağdat Avenue, one of the highest-rated addresses on the strip with a 4.7 Google score.
Araf İstanbul
On the Asian side, a Michelin-starred restaurant that earned its star with a creative, modern-technique tasting menu.
Bahariye Caddesi - Yeldeğirmeni
The colorful, pedestrianized Bahariye Caddesi (closed to traffic since 1992) and the adjoining Yeldeğirmeni neighborhood carry Kadıköy's young, artsy spirit. Third-wave coffee shops, cocktail bars and gastropubs clustered around Karakolhane Caddesi have made the area's nightlife increasingly vibrant.
Soho Smash Burger
A popular smash-burger spot near the Moda shoreline, known for its thick, caramelized-edge patties, with a loyal following fueled by strong social media buzz.
Çiya Sofrası
Opened in 1998 in Kadıköy Market, a restaurant that brings Anatolia's fading regional dishes back to the table.
Moda Shore
A green seaside park facing the Princes' Islands, one of Kadıköy's most beloved sunset and walking spots.
Yanyalı Fehmi Lokantası
Serving Kadıköy Market since 1919, an esnaf lokantası made legendary by its kuru fasulye and pilav; Michelin Bib Gourmand awarded.
Nâzım Hikmet Kültür Merkezi
One of the venues carrying Kadıköy's independent cultural life, with theatre, concerts, talks and workshops at accessible prices.
Fazıl Bey's Turkish Coffee
A long-running coffeehouse in Kadıköy keeping traditional Turkish coffee culture alive, from roasting to brewing.
Süreyya Opera House
Built in 1927, the Asian side's first musical theatre building, now used as an opera stage.
Parvus Kalamış
On the Kalamış shore, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant built on a seasonal, local-ingredient menu.
Catchy BBQ Burger - Kadıköy
A Kadıköy spot lifting the classic burger out of the ordinary through smoking technique; the smoked rib burger and truffle aioli stand out with the depth wood-fire smoking brings. A craft beer alongside doesn't hurt.
Bon Suadiye
Bon's signature is its double patty wrapped in an eggless, cloud-soft bun — one of the first names that comes to mind for burgers in Suadiye. Don't skip the spiced fries either, they're just as ambitious as the burger.
Everything Bagel
Practically the go-to spot for bagel lovers in Moda — the smoked salmon and cream cheese classic is made with the same care as the vegan options. One of the rare places bringing New York-style bagel culture to Kadıköy.
Masal Kokoreç
Masal made a name for itself on social media with İzmir-style kokoreç, and its calamari sandwich experiment has drawn attention too — the classic wrap is still the safest bet, but the calamari version is a worthy gamble. Walking distance from Erenköy metro.
Kadıköy Çarşı
Spreading around Serasker and Muvakkithane Caddesi, Kadıköy Çarşı layers a historic fish market and delicatessens with meyhanes and craft beer bars. Just outside Kadife Sokak, this broader market district is a daytime shopping hub that turns into one of the Asian side's liveliest drinking scenes by night.
Karga Bar
Surviving on Kadife Sokak since 1996, Karga Bar is one of the near-legendary names of Kadıköy's bar scene. Set inside a wood-paneled historic house, it pours drinks downstairs while the upstairs kargART hall hosts DJ sets and small live shows.
Çakıl Meyhane
A 38-year-old Bostancı institution, Çakıl Meyhane has drawn generations of regulars with its weekend fasıl (Turkish tavern music) nights. A generous meze spread, solid grills, and a nostalgic atmosphere.
mutfakkoz
A Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant on the Asian side serving home-cooking culture with a modern interpretation.
Nazende Cadde
Along Bağdat Avenue, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant serving everyday but carefully made Turkish cuisine.
Basta! Street Food Bar
Born from two fine-dining chefs, this spot elevates dürüm and burger well past typical street food. The lamb burger, with its eggplant sauce and pickles, is especially memorable — even better with a cocktail or beer.
Mathilda's Cocktail Bar
Opened in Kadıköy in 2019, Mathilda's Cocktail Bar & Kitchen carries the signature of award-winning bartender Vedat Akar. Its inventive cocktails made with seasonal, local ingredients have earned it a spot on world's-best-bars lists.
Haçapuri
A restaurant bringing Georgian cuisine's famous cheese-filled bread, khachapuri, to Kadıköy — the boat-shaped Acaruli version with an egg cracked in the center is the main draw.
Brekkie Breakfast Club
An all-day breakfast spot beside Yoğurtçu Park, bringing avocado toasts and specialty coffee to Kadıköy's morning routine.
Kadife Street ("Bar Street")
Kadıköy's street of alternative bars, live-music venues and cafés, closely tied to the neighborhood's youth culture.
Tatar Salim Döner Lokantası - Kadıköy
Right in the heart of Kadıköy's market district, this is the place for classic Tatar-style döner — thin slices, a well-balanced sauce, a gentle kick of chili. No frills, just an honest neighborhood lokanta.
3 Monkey Burger - Suadiye
Where Monkey sauce, grilled halloumi, and caramelized onion share the stage — one of Suadiye's late-night burger spots. A boutique take on street burger, best paired with a beer.
Deli Deli Delicious Delicatessen
With sandwiches made on bread imported from Milan, a burrata plate, and mushroom toast, this is Bağdat Caddesi's gourmet deli — not your average breakfast spot, but an Istanbul take on Italian delicatessen culture. The price is bold, but so is the flavor.
Serez Dondurma - Bağdat Caddesi
On Bağdat Avenue, a classic pit stop on the promenade known for its dense, traditional-style ice cream.
Best Bro's Hot & Tasty
The address that's become Caddebostan's burger-and-pastrami-sandwich queue — hearty portions, bold sauces. Open every day except Monday, this is the fix for an evening snack craving.
Bedri Usta
Opened in Kalamış in 2011, Bedri Usta quickly became one of Kadıköy's most beloved Adana kebab spots. Known for charcoal-grilled kebabs, a generous meze spread, and quick service, it draws both locals and visitors thanks to its location near the Kalamış waterfront.
Borsam Taşfırın - Kadıköy Çarşı
Located on Güneşlibahçe Sokak right in the heart of Kadıköy's historic market (Çarşı), Borsam Taşfırın is a long-running neighborhood bakery famous for its thin, crispy stone-oven lahmacun. A classic quick-lunch stop amid the market's produce and fish stalls.
The Grungy - Suadiye
With bread baked fresh every morning and meat delivered from the butcher every other day, this is one of Suadiye's more meticulous burger spots. The goat cheese or brie-and-honey burger appeals to anyone looking to step outside the classic cheeseburger.
Moda Kayıkhane Cafe - Bar & Event Hall
Right on the Moda waterfront, Kayıkhane is a favorite for couples and groups thanks to a wide live-music range spanning jazz, acoustic, rock and pop. Dim lighting and sea views make it a relaxed yet lively pick for a long evening.
Ferida Cadde
On Noter Sokak in Suadiye, set in one of the café-dense side streets just off Bağdat Avenue.
Dorock XL Kadıköy
Opened in 2015 as an extension of the original Taksim Dorock, Dorock XL Kadıköy spans 2,000 square meters combining a live stage, a bistro, and an e-sports bar. Classic meyhane meze and rakı sit alongside near-nightly live bands and DJ sets.
Kebapçı İskender - Kadıköy Rıhtım
This branch by Kadıköy's waterfront brings the original Bursa recipe into the district's everyday bustle. Buttery tomato sauce over thin-sliced meat — an unimpeachable classic.
Moda (semt)
With its Marmara Sea and Princes' Islands views, Moda is one of Istanbul's greenest and most bohemian neighborhoods. Historic mansions, seaside cafés and bar streets that come alive at night make it perfect for both a daytime stroll and an evening out.