Neolokal

Istanbul, Turkey

Taking Mother Earth as inspiration, chef Maksut Aşkar and his young Neolokal kitchen brigade put a glorious spin on Turkish heritage produce in local and global classics. Part of the city's Salt Galata cultural complex, the restaurant also serves jaw-dropping views of the Golden Horn through its floor-to-ceiling windows. Neolokal acquires most of its supplies from a farm in nearby Gümüşdere, meaning dishes reflect the local culinary identity. Take its bonito course, for example, which pairs the marinated fatty fish with a pepper dolmades cream, inspired by the iconic stuffed vine leaves dish, topped with bottarga and a sourdough crisp, or its course of local winter vegetables braised in olive oil. Aşkar also believes his research should be open source, and regularly gives away his recipes online, free of charge.

Key Information

• Average price per person $173
• Dinner: Tues – Sat
• +90 212 244 00 16
• Visit Neolokal's Website

Location

Bankalar Avenue, Beyoğlu, Istanbul, 34420 Karaköy