Meyhanes
LocationBarış mahallesi, Necip Fazıl Kısakürek sokak, No:30/333 Ginza Lavinya Apartmanı, Istanbul, Turkey 34520+90 541 204 92 30Add to calendar
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EDITOR'S REVIEW
Frequently chosen by those looking for quality meat and a wide choice of meze in Beylikdüzü, Gecekondu Ocakbaşı has high standards of flavour. By blending its nostalgic 'gecekondu' theme with a modern, clean and stylish ocakbaşı experience, it sets itself apart from ordinary kebab restaurants in the area and feels more enjoyable and welcoming.
WHO IT SUITS
A good option for food lovers who want to taste fresh meze and charcoal-grilled kebabs cooked just right over long conversations. It directly appeals to large groups of friends wanting to experience the rakı-and-kebab ritual in a nostalgic, welcoming setting.
HIGHLIGHTS
The quality of the meat preparation, the grill masters' skill and the freshness of what comes to the table are its clearest strengths. Its ability to serve excellent traditional flavours with fast, friendly service in a nostalgic setting makes it popular locally.
NOTE
Despite the modest-sounding name 'gecekondu', service quality and menu prices sit a step above the usual standard, at the level of a quality restaurant; allow for that when budgeting. Also remember that sitting very close to the ocakbaşı grill may leave a faint charcoal and grilled-food smell on your clothes.
GETTING THERE
The venue is near Adnan Kahveci Mahallesi and the Beykent corridor in a lively part of Beylikdüzü. You can drive via the E-5 highway and use the venue's valet or parking facilities, or get off at a Beylikdüzü Metrobus stop and take a short taxi ride.