Chef Mezze

A calm selection of Turkish and Mediterranean music leaves the views and table conversation in the foreground. Music is mainly played from a set playlist.

A polished room with Bosphorus views, away from loud entertainment. Closely spaced tables lend warmth, while food, the view and conversation remain central.

A food-focused modern meyhane in Arnavutköy pairing Bosphorus views with counter-selected meze and a rakı table centered on fish and seafood.

Couples, small groups and visitors whose main interest is the meal.

Understated, polished smart casual suits the Bosphorus-view restaurant: a shirt, dress, neat trousers or clean shoes.

Chef Mezze is a popular choice for gatherings with family and friends, thanks to its Bosphorus view in Arnavutköy, calm music, and carefully prepared mezes. The majority of reviews highlight the consistently high quality of the food over the years, the impressive presentation, and the staff's friendly yet professional demeanor. While the fish, unique mezes, and desserts stand out, the prices are generally considered reasonable given the location. Conversely, two reviews—apparently from the same birthday party—strongly criticize issues such as a promised table not being honored, a bottle of alcohol going missing, and poor communication regarding the resolution of these problems. Other reviews mention a cramped table layout, high noise levels, failure to deduct the deposit from the final bill, incorrect guest counts, and unexpected charges. For special occasions, details regarding the table, deposit, and bill should be confirmed in writing.