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Zulu İstanbul venue
Uskumruköy · Sarıyer

Zulu İstanbul

Meyhanes

Opening hoursDaily: 19:00–01:30
Price level$$$
Entry & reservations
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Confirm group size, table position and program details when booking before your visit.

Google rating
3.7 / 5 · 119 reviewsGoogle Maps

EDITOR'S REVIEW

Get to know the venue before you go

Zulu İstanbul is a new generation meyhane in Uskumruköy, pairing open-air dining, bohemian African-inspired decor and a music program that grows livelier after dinner.

Music & programme

Ethnic house and deep chill-out set the early mood. Later, Turkish pop classics, oriental remixes and upbeat club tracks take over. Percussion and darbuka shows, oriental dance, activity on the sand and pop-remix DJ sets move the night from open-air dinner to dancing.

Atmosphere

Ethnic wooden sculptures, open-air fire pits, palms, woven lighting, broad lawns and a tropical tiki-bar look create an outdoor escape from the city.

Concept

An entertainment venue built around open-air meze and dinner service, ethnic decor, a garden, DJs and occasional stage shows.

Guest profile

Large friend groups, celebration parties and city visitors seeking outdoor dinner followed by lively music.

Dress code

Comfortable, polished evening clothes suit Zulu İstanbul.

Customer Review Summary

Zulu Istanbul is appreciated for its open-air atmosphere, music that blends various genres, and a layout well-suited for group events. Visitors have praised the food, drinks, and generous portions, noting that staff members are helpful in arranging special occasions like marriage proposals and birthdays. On the other hand, the content and execution of the set menu appear inconsistent. Criticisms include small or tasteless mezes, underwhelming main courses, inconsistent terms offered to different guests, and unequal attention paid to various celebrations. The venue's design is a major asset; however, for large group events, details regarding the menu, drinks, and celebration services should be agreed upon in writing beforehand.

WHO IT SUITS

Is this venue right for you?

For groups wanting to begin with food outside the city center and continue with music and shows under the open sky.

HIGHLIGHTS

Highlights

Expansive outdoor space, distinctive decor, dinner and music in the same garden and parking in Uskumruköy.

NOTE

Before your visit

Its mostly open-air, summer-oriented setup is affected by seasonal weather. Before a fall or winter visit, phone to confirm enclosed seating capacity and heating. Service uses set menus with alcoholic and alcohol-free options.

GETTING THERE

Getting to the venue

In Uskumruköy along Kilyos Road, Sarıyer. Use Kilyos-bound transport from Hacıosman metro, or go by car or taxi; parking and valet are available.