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Tarihi Sultanahmet Köftecisi

8.4Friend Score / 10

#3 of 17 Restaurants in Istanbul

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Operating since 1920, this is the original and most famous köfte restaurant in Istanbul, serving just one thing: grilled köfte with white beans and bread. The simplicity is the point — the recipe has not changed in a century and the köfte are genuinely excellent. Lines form at peak hours but move quickly, and the tourist location means prices are still fair.

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Last verifiedJuly 14, 2026

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8.4/10
  • Value9.5
  • iconic7.5
  • excellence8.0
  • Crowd level8.5
  • Authenticity8.5
  • Accessibility9.5
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Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.