WHO IT SUITS
Is this venue right for you?
For guests who want recipes, techniques and stories behind local ingredients rather than familiar classic cocktails, and will spend time on a carefully made drink at a calm pace.


Bars & Pubs
Reservations are not accepted; tables are available only to walk-in guests. Arriving near opening time on Friday or Saturday improves the chance of finding a seat.
EDITOR'S REVIEW
Lelabbo is a small Moda cocktail laboratory inspired by historic pharmacies, combining precise techniques with Turkish flavours. Burnt goat's-milk ice cream, lokum, quince dessert and local ingredients become technical recipes; staff explain each drink's method and story at the table.
Soul, jazz, downtempo and subtle electronic selections play quietly enough for cocktail explanations and table conversation. There is no fixed stage programme; curated bar music is interrupted occasionally by takeover nights featuring Turkish and international cocktail bars.
Amber bottles, wood furniture and warm lighting make it refined but friendly. The small capacity allows direct conversation with bartenders and a sense of discovery.
A boutique bar focused exclusively on signature cocktails, using old-pharmacy design, laboratory methods, house-made bitters and cordials, and flavours from Anatolia.
Adults interested in technical mixology, people keen to try new flavours and preparation methods, and couples or friends who prefer small design-led bars.
Smart casual or relaxed city clothes fit the creative but understated Moda style.
Lelabbo Cocktail Bar earns high praise from cocktail enthusiasts for its unique, laboratory-inspired design, technical recipes, and complex signature cocktails. Reviews consistently highlight the staff's attentive service, their willingness to share the story behind each drink, and their ability to offer recommendations tailored to individual tastes. The cocktails are regarded as creative, balanced, and high-quality, and the complimentary water and olives are also appreciated. While prices are notably high, many visitors feel the experience justifies the cost. As the venue is small, finding a table can be difficult, and reservations may not always be accepted. Loud music can sometimes hinder conversation. It is an ideal spot for those who prioritize a unique cocktail experience over a full meal.
WHO IT SUITS
For guests who want recipes, techniques and stories behind local ingredients rather than familiar classic cocktails, and will spend time on a carefully made drink at a calm pace.
HIGHLIGHTS
Distinctive pharmacy-laboratory design, varied preparation techniques, Turkish flavours in modern mixology, knowledgeable service and strong international recognition.
NOTE
The bar serves only signature cocktails and takes no reservations. Because some recipes use unusual ingredients or techniques, tell the bartender about allergies, vegan requirements or a preferred spirit before ordering.
GETTING THERE
The Lelabbo Cocktail Bar sign marks the entrance at 159B Moda Street. From the Moda İlkokulu stop on the T3 tram, it is a short walk along Moda Street. Walking from central Kadıköy via Bahariye takes around 20 minutes.