WHO IT SUITS
Is this venue right for you?
For a long İdealtepe night turning a generous meze dinner into live music, DJs, dancing and shows.


Meyhanes
Confirm the reservation before visiting for the stage program or a large group table.
EDITOR'S REVIEW
Aleni Resto Meyhane in İdealtepe combines a wide meze table with live music, DJs and stage shows in a high energy modern meyhane. Its varied program moves from dinner to performances and dancing.
The program includes live music, 1980s and 1990s selections, DJs, oriental dance, zenne performances and darbuka shows. Running order and performers may change; confirm that night's sequence when booking.
Stage lights, entertainers and full tables keep the evening loud, participatory and increasingly energetic. As music builds, table conversations can turn into dancing and communal fun.
Meze, rakı and other drinks served with several stage formats and celebration friendly tables. Dining and planned entertainment form one evening.
Birthday, bachelor or bachelorette and large friend groups, and adults who enjoy live shows.
Considered smart casual clothing comfortable for dancing suits the live music, DJ and stage show evening in İdealtepe.
Aleni Resto Meyhane leaves a positive impression with its suitability for girls' nights out and celebrations, as well as its accommodating approach—such as preparing specific dishes like fried vegetables and mushrooms for vegetarian guests. The attentive service provided by Tuğçe and the energetic atmosphere on certain nights receive praise. However, frequent complaints arise regarding the failure to deliver promised entertainment (such as live music or a belly dancer), excessively loud music—even in an empty dining room—and indifferent service. Disappointment has also stemmed from demands for extra fees for every detail during special events like marriage proposals, the failure to serve drinks directly at the table, and surcharges applied per person for switching rakı brands. It is advisable to get the program details confirmed in writing.
WHO IT SUITS
For a long İdealtepe night turning a generous meze dinner into live music, DJs, dancing and shows.
HIGHLIGHTS
Entertainment ranging from live music to DJs and shows, a programmed night seven days a week, and a broad meze menu with celebration oriented performances.
NOTE
Ask explicitly about tables, menu, running order and any minimum spend when booking. The experience is aimed at guests wanting shows and loud entertainment rather than a quiet meyhane.
GETTING THERE
İdealtepe, Turgut Özal Bulvarı 123, 34841 Maltepe. Walk or take a short taxi connection from Marmaray Maltepe or another nearby station.