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Haci Abdullah

  • Address: Aga Cami, Atif Yilmaz Cad. 9/A, Beyoglu, Istanbul
  • Phone: 212/293-8561
Write a review | Avg. member rating: 3.6/5

Fodor's Review:

Tracing its roots back to 1888, this Istanbul institution serves authentic, relatively inexpensive, traditional Ottoman and Turkish cuisine. The places feels a bit touristy (the menu is in multiple languages), but it's also a favorite with locals wishing to enjoy good food in a relaxed atmosphere. Grilled meats, cabbage stuffed with lamb, rice pilaf with pine nuts and currants, and a variety of vegetables stewed in olive oil and served as cold appetizers are among the many offerings. The restaurant, which has several elegant dining rooms done in dark red, faux-Ottoman style, is especially famous for its seemingly inexhaustible range of pickles and homemade fruit compotes.

  • Credit Cards: AE, MC, V

Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by elaine from New York, NY on 11/9/09
Very inexpensive, good grilled meats, pilafs, vegetables. Takes credit cards. Location is a half block northwest off Istiklal Caddesi and is among the city's famous old dining places. The ambience is bright and lively rather than quiet and dark. No alcoholic beverages are served. Packed with local citizens and tourists. It's not the finest food, but in a pleasant atmosphere. You'll do better ordering freshly-made specialties off the menu, rather than the already-prepared foods displayed in the windows in front of the kitchen.

Member Rating: 3.6
Ratings details: Food: 3.0 Atmosphere: 4.0 Service: 4.0 Value: 4.0
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