Kasımpaşa · Traditional Meyhane
In Kasımpaşa since 1944: time-honoured meyhane culture, charcoal-grilled specialities, fresh meze and the catch of the day.
Join us for an unforgettable rakı table with your friends.
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Tarihi Meyzade Restaurant has stood in the heart of Kasımpaşa since 1944, bringing together traditional meyhane culture and warm Turkish hospitality.
With three generations of experience, daily fresh fish, grills cooked over charcoal, handmade meze prepared with care and genuinely warm service, we bring the spirit of old Istanbul to your table.
Whether it is a pleasant evening with friends, a special celebration or a quiet dinner, our door is open. You are most welcome at our table.
We are on Ziyafet Sokak in the Camii Kebir quarter of Kasımpaşa, one of Beyoğlu's oldest districts. We are very close to Taksim, Şişhane and Galata, and within walking distance of the Golden Horn and the Kasımpaşa waterfront. If you are looking for a meyhane away from the crowds yet right in the centre of the city, you are in the right place.
Our tables celebrate the full art of the rakı and fish tradition: the day's fresh catch arriving each morning, handmade cold meze, olive-oil dishes, and signature grills such as lamb liver, Adana kebab and chicken wings cooked over charcoal. Our venue is well suited to large family tables, business dinners and special celebrations, and on big match days you can enjoy the evening with our live match broadcast.
For anyone looking for a licensed bar-restaurant or a classic meyhane in Kasımpaşa, Tarihi Meyzade is one of the district's most established addresses. Our proximity to Taksim, Şişhane and Galata makes us easy to reach for anyone planning dinner in Beyoğlu. We offer parking, are well suited to group and business dinners, and show live match broadcasts on big game days. With more than 40 handmade meze varieties, daily fresh fish and charcoal grills, we have carried on Istanbul's oldest meyhane tradition since 1944.
We are open seven days a week, 12:00 – 24:00. We recommend booking in advance, especially for weekend evenings and larger groups — make a reservation.
🏅 White Lily Certified EstablishmentFamous since 1944 for our lamb liver, Adana kebab and chicken wings, and much more. Call us for today's selection.
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Good to Know
The questions we are asked most often about our meyhane in Kasımpaşa.
We are at Camii Kebir Mah., Ziyafet Sok. No: 24/A, Kasımpaşa, Beyoğlu / Istanbul. We are very close to Taksim and Şişhane, and within walking distance of the Golden Horn and the Kasımpaşa waterfront. We are easy to reach by public transport, and parking is available nearby if you come by car. Get directions →
You can message us on WhatsApp at +90 530 378 82 77 or call the restaurant on +90 212 255 00 35. You may also use the reservation form on this page to reach us directly. We recommend booking in advance for larger groups and weekend evenings.
We are open seven days a week, every day from 12:00 to 24:00. We do not close on Sundays or public holidays.
Our signature dishes are lamb liver in butter, Adana kebab, grilled chicken wings and prawns in butter. We also serve more than 40 varieties of handmade meze, olive-oil dishes and fresh fish every day. See our menu →
Yes, parking is available for our guests. During busy hours we kindly ask you to let us know your arrival time in advance so that we can assist you with parking.
Yes, we broadcast live matches for major fixtures. You can enjoy the game with friends alongside a rakı table and our meze. Match days are busy, so we recommend booking in advance.
Yes. Tarihi Meyzade is a traditional meyhane with a full drinks service: rakı, wine, beer and spirits. For guests who prefer not to drink alcohol we also offer şalgam, ayran, juices and soft drinks.
Yes. Our venue is well suited to large family tables, business dinners, birthdays and special celebrations. For details and group menus, contact us on +90 530 378 82 77.
Yes, we accept both cash and credit cards.
Yes — Tarihi Meyzade is one of the longest-established licensed restaurants in Kasımpaşa. We are a fully licensed meyhane serving rakı, wine, beer and spirits. If you are looking for a place near Beyoğlu and Taksim that keeps genuine meyhane culture alive, away from the crowds, you are welcome. We set proper rakı tables in the evenings and show live matches on big game days.
Kasımpaşa is about 2 km from Taksim Square and roughly 1.5 km from the Galata Tower and Şişhane — a 5–10 minute taxi ride. The Golden Horn and the Kasımpaşa waterfront are within walking distance. If you want a genuine neighbourhood meyhane away from the crowds of İstiklal Street, you are in the right place — this is where locals eat. Get directions →
Yes. Our menu is published in seven languages (Turkish, English, German, French, Spanish, Arabic and Russian) — just pick your language from the flag icon at the top of the page. We also have a QR digital menu at the restaurant, and we are used to welcoming international guests.
Tarihi Meyzade Restaurant has been serving in Kasımpaşa since 1944. With three generations of experience we carry on Istanbul's long-standing meyhane culture, and we are a White Lily certified establishment.
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