Zübeyir Ocakbaşı
8.6Locals Score / 10#1 of 17 Restaurants in Istanbul
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Known forno reservationscash preferrediconic
Istanbul's most beloved ocakbaşı (open-grill restaurant), where skewers of lamb, chicken wings, and köfte are cooked over charcoal right in front of you. The beyti and adana kebabs are exceptional, and the smoky atmosphere is half the experience. Expect a wait on weekends — they do not take reservations and the place is always packed.
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
8.6/10- Value8.5
- Iconic8.0
- Excellence8.5
- Crowd level9.0
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility8.0
Nearby in Ask Istanbul
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- Beyoglu (Beyoğlu)Neighborhood0.35 km · 4 min walk
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- İstiklal Avenue (İstiklal Caddesi)Neighborhood0.46 km · 6 min walk
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