Karşı Sahne

Turkish pop, nostalgic hits and dance repertoire. DJ sets keep up the pace after live vocal performances. Live music and DJs play all seven days of the week; Friday and Saturday programmes run later.

Intimate but high-energy: audience singalongs and dancing come to the fore when the live set starts, and the room becomes more club-like late at night.

A Kadıköy entertainment venue combining a live vocal stage, fun around the tables and a later DJ performance in a single programme.

Young adults who enjoy singing along to Turkish pop and familiar songs, groups of friends, birthday parties and Kadıköy visitors who want to keep dancing after the live set.

Relaxed-smart clothes are suitable; shoes that make dancing easier and a comfortable outfit for the lively stage arrangement work well.

Karşı Sahne's brick-look walls are filled with small objects and wall decorations. The guitarists, keyboard player and drummer come together beneath the illuminated sign. Guests seated with their drinks at the tables are very close to the musicians. With coloured lighting adding liveliness, the stage remains part of the room's décor and conversation.

Karşı Sahne receives positive reviews for its live music, powerful stage performances, and safe, family-friendly environment. While the quality of the musicians and the lighting are appreciated, the energy can dip on nights when the setlist is too slow-paced. Pricing and fee policies are the primary source of complaints. Reports indicate that the same beverage is priced differently between the outdoor area and the concert zone, that repeat orders are expected, and that a live music fee is charged after the bill has already been settled. There are serious allegations regarding un-ordered items being added to the bill, overcharging, and rude behavior toward guests who raise objections. It is advisable to obtain written information beforehand regarding entry times, service charges, and minimum order requirements.