SOUPS
Lentil Soup
Chicken Soup
Tomato Soup
Fish Soup
COLD STARTERS
Ezme
Vibrant and zesty Anatolian favorite, finely chopped tomatoes, green peppers, walnuts, lemon, and olive oil.
Hummus
Smooth and nutty creamy dip made from ground chickpeas, garlic, tahini, and fresh herbs.
Haydari
Refreshing and creamy yogurt dip with a perfect balance of minty freshness and subtle garlic.
Aubergine Salad
Smoky and velvety roasted aubergine purée with garlic and lemon, a must-try for eggplant lovers.
Yaprak Sarma
Timeless Ottoman delicacy: vine leaves stuffed with rice, herbs, and spices.
Tasting Mixed Meze Plate
A perfect way to experience Turkey’s rich meze culture in one plate: hummus, ezme, haydari, aubergine salad, and grape vine leaves.
HOT STARTERS
Paçanga Pastry
Crispy, cheesy pastry delight with a touch of bold Turkish pastrami, filled with yellow cheese.
Fried Calamari
Light, crispy, and golden fried calamari served with tartar sauce.
Shrimp in Garlic Butter
Juicy and aromatic shrimp sautéed with garlic, thyme, chili pepper, and butter – a seafood lover’s dream.
Imam Bayıldı
An Ottoman classic grilled aubergine stuffed with tomato, onion, and garlic, topped with melted cheddar cheese. The name literally translates to “the imam fainted”, and we firmly believe it was because of the pleasure of the dish’s flavor.
Grilled Halloumi
Crispy on the outside, irresistibly gooey inside. Grilled Halloumi cheese slices served with vegetables.
Garlic Mushrooms
Mushrooms sautéed in butter with garlic and cheddar cheese. Earthy, buttery, and packed with umami flavors.
French Fries
Crispy fried potato chips.
Hunter Börek
Crispy pastries filled with juicy spiced minced meat.
SALADS
Shepherd Salad
Crisp and refreshing classic straight from Turkish villages: tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and green peppers dressed with olive oil and lemon.
Rocket Salad
Fresh peppery arugula (rucola) meets the tang of aged parmesan in balsamic dressing.
Avocado Salad
Creamy avocado paired beautifully with crisp mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and lemon dressing.
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine lettuce, tossed with creamy Caesar dressing, crunchy croutons, and topped with savory parmesan cheese, creating a perfect balance of freshness and richness.
Tuna Salad
Mediterranean greens, arugula, capers, tuna, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers, dressed in a zesty olive oil and lemon vinaigrette, creating a fresh and vibrant bite of the Mediterranean.
Insalata di Mare
A Mediterranean-inspired seafood salad featuring the freshest catch, tossed with crisp greens, ripe tomatoes, and a citrusy olive oil dressing, capturing the essence of the Turkish coast in every bite.
ENTRÉES (Cold Premium Starters)
Oysters
Fresh daily oysters served with the chef’s special sauce.
Shrimp Cocktail
Breaded jumbo shrimp served with chili sauce.
Beef Carpaccio
Thinly sliced raw beef bursting with rich flavors, served with arugula, parmesan, and mustard sauce.
Steak Tartare
Minced raw beef mixed with mustard, olive oil, white pepper, and egg yolk, served with toasted garlic bread.
Smoked Salmon
Lightly smoked salmon, perfectly tender and rich in flavor, served with arugula.
Cheese Plate
A hand-picked selection of Turkey’s finest cheeses.
Shrimp Tartar
Finely chopped shrimp blended with creamy avocado, citrusy lime, and crisp shallots, served chilled for a vibrant, refreshing bite.