Rays Beşiktaş

Live bands play Turkish pop rock and lively bar songs; bands and repertoire change by day. Live music is especially prominent on weekends.

Crowded, loud and participatory, particularly on Friday and Saturday.

Live music bar with a close stage, tables and room to stand and join in.

Turkish pop rock fans and groups planning a late Beşiktaş night, seated or standing close to the stage.

Comfortable night out clothes fit.

While Rays Beşiktaş has regulars who praise its lively nights, live music, and central location, a significant portion of reviews focuses on issues regarding service and pricing. There have been multiple reports of discrepancies between the price quoted at the door and the final bill, instances where a wrongly delivered drink was charged at a higher price, and charges being applied to items intended as complimentary. The reasonably priced draft beer is frequently described as tasting off, lemony, or watered down, and the response to requests for replacements is inadequate. There are recurring complaints about staff being indifferent, rude, or inconsistent in how they treat different customers. The quality of stage performances varies depending on the night. If visiting, it is advisable to clarify product prices and the schedule beforehand.