To get a perfect mix of food adventures and amazing views over the Bosphorus and other iconic landmarks, head to one of the Istanbul rooftop restaurants. Here you find both luxurious and elevated venues, as well as more charming and authentic ones. The article is made from our own experiences and toghether with local free lancers and restaurant owners. This way we can secure correct information, insider tips and updated footage.
Update: This article was updated on May 9th, 2025, with new information, new restaurants, updated photos, booking links and insider tips.
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In short: Located at the superb The Bank Hotel Istanbul , Serica Restaurant offers an elevated setting to enjoy Istanbul from above.
Food & Drinks: The Serica Restaurant menu, which takes the texture of each dish from the farmer, the color from the soil, and the taste from the chef's methods, re-presents flavors with up-to-date methods, while preserving its existing cultural richness. While experiencing the fresh Aegean, the rich Black Sea, the cult Central Anatolia and the multicolored Southeast in this menu, you sense that the only climate is to protect the existing unique lands.
What we think: A must visit in Istanbul! Set above the up-and-coming district of Karaköy, the elegant rooftop restaurant features a stylish and sleek interior dining room with open kitchen and panoramic windows, as well as an outdoor terrace stretching around the venue. Through the windows inside, and out on the alfresco terrace, you get beautiful views over the Old City.
Dress code: The Serica Restaurant dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Perched on the 6th floor of the Pierre Loti Hotel Old City, and connected with the Loti Bistro on the ground floor, the modern, trendy and sophisticated rooftop comes with a retractable roof and panoramic windows, opening up to panoramic 360° views over the Bosphorus, Marmara Sea, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Golden Horn.
Food & Drinks: The Loti Roof Lounge menu features a wide range of Turkish and International cuisine, where the chefs put their own spin on traditional flavors to create unique and delicious dishes. The food is complemented with an extensive wine list, as well as a variety of cocktails and other local and international drinks.
What we think: With a friendly, warm and professional service, Loti Roof Lounge is a culinary gem to enjoy breakfast with a view, flavorful lunches, or trendy and tasty Istanbul evenings. For elevated elegance, the rooftop is the place to go, where the 360-degree vistas helt create a memorable dining experience.
Dress code: The Loti Roof Lounge dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Found on the 12th floor of DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul - Moda, on the Asian side of İstanbul, Hood Rooftop Restaurant & Bar invites guests to experience the perfect blend of breathtaking views and exquisite flavors.
Food & Drinks: While taking in the vistas, you can sample the delicious food menu, filled with distinguished flavors from world cuisine, as well as authentic tastes. There are soups and fresh salads, hot & cold appetizers, handmade pastas and risotto, and filling mains invluding 'Dry Aged Ribey', 'Grilled Salmon' and 'Chicken Thighs Roulade'. Drink-wise, Hood offers a carefully curated selection of wine by both glass and bottle, specially crafted cocktails filled with flavor and elegance, as well as international beers and premium spirits.
What we think: With a warm and sophisticated atmosphere, Hood is a prime spot for special evenings above Istanbul. Have a seat by the elegant dining tables, or in one of the comfy lounge sofas, and enjoy amazing panoramic views over Istanbul and the sea, stretching from Princes' Islands to the Bosphorus Strait.
Dress code: The Hood Rooftop Restaurant & Bar dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Spago is a stylish rooftop restaurant and lounge by famous Chef Wolfgang Puck, set on top of the fantastic hotel The St. Regis Istanbul.
Food & Drinks: The rooftop menu is drawn from a seasonal, modern concept, taking guests on a culinary adventure through a new eclectic fusion of dishes mixed with American, Asian and Italian influences. With a signature farm-to-table philosophy, the menu features Puck's famed wood-oven pizzas, appetizers, handmade pastas, a wide selection of entrées as well as seasonal cuisine with influences from all around the world.
What we think: Spago rooftop is a stylish venue made for stylish occasions, be that a romantic dinner with views, or some nightly hours at the rooftop lounge, enjoying fine drinks and ambient music. Mixing restaurant and lounge, as well as indoor and year-round outdoor seating, the Spago rooftop comes with some amazing views over Bosphoren and the close by Maçka Democracy Park.
Dress code: The Spago Istanbul dress code is casual elegant. Suits, knee-length skirts and dresses, pants with shoes.
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In short: Located on the top floor of the fashionable Marmara Pera Hotel, Mikla opened in October 2005, and has pretty much from the start been seen as one of the very top restaurants in Istanbul.
Food & Drinks: In 2012, Mikla launched its visionary ‘New Anatolian Kitchen’, an approach where traditional and true ‘noble’ products are treated with utmost respect while being transformed with a blend of new and ancient techniques. The dishes are filled with carefully sourced and selected ingredients, from Istanbul and throughout Turkey. Choose from the three course prix fixe a la carte menu, or if you feel more adventurous, a 7 course tasting menu.
What we think: Urban, sleek and stylish, the rooftop restaurant is funky retro with chrome 70’s and 50’s furniture, and offers amazing views that stretch to the Hagia Sophia and the Topkapi Palace.
Dress code: The Mikla dress code is smart chic.
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In short: Found right next to the famous Istiklal Street, the exceptional RUZ Hotels comes with a beautiful rooftop bar & restaurant, called Simone.
Food & Drinks: The Simon menu is inspired by the Mediterranean cuisine and consisting of flavors specially prepared for the season. Try some of the delicious pizza, or go for some fresh pasta. The food is served from the good and nutritious breakfast, through sunny lunches and charming dinners, in a lovely and laid back atmosphere.
What we think: Visit for a glass of wine or crafted signature cocktails with amazing sunset views, or make new memories around the dinner table.
Dress code: The Simone dress code is smart casual.
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In short: While not the highest rooftop restaurant in Istanbul, Seven Hills Restaurant still offers some of the most special views, over the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum and the Bosphorus.
Food & Drinks: Seating 80 indoors and 120 on the outdoor terrace, the rooftop menu features the best fish brought in fresh daily from the Marmara Sea, along with both local Turkish and international dishes.
What we think: Open from the Turkish Organic Breakfast to late dinner, Seven Hills Restaurant comes with a great atmosphere and friendly service, and it is a spot easy to spend hours and just enjoy the vibes and views.
Dress code: The Seven Hills Restaurant dress code is smart casual.
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