Matbah Restaurant Istanbul – A Royal Journey Through Ottoman Cuisine
Welcome to Istanbul’s most exquisite dining experience providing you with a selection of exclusive dishes once served at the court of the Ottoman sultans.
About this activity
Free cancellation
Free cancellation until 24 hours before.
Location
İstanbul
From
€105.00
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Tasting Menu (For 2 persons)🍽️ Osmanlı Saray Mutfağı Tasting Menu
🥂 Amuse Bouche
- Daily Surprises
(Günün küçük sürpriz lezzetleri)
🥗 Cold Appetizers
- Stuffed Vine Leaves with Sour Cherries (15th c.)
Vine leaves with sour cherries, rice, onion, pine nuts – chilled. - Special Humus (15th c.)
Chickpea purée with currants, pine nuts, and cinnamon. - Stuffed Calamari with Shrimp (15th c.)
Calamari filled with rice, pine nuts, cinnamon, shrimp. - Stuffed Eggplant (18th c.)
Whole eggplant stuffed with onion, garlic, tomato – cooked in olive oil.
🥒 Salad
- Yogurt and Cucumber Salad
Yoghurt, chopped cucumber, fresh mint.
🍷 Wine Pairing
- Pamukkale, Kızıl Alan Öküzgözü
Carbonic maceration – Denizli (10 cl).
🥣 Soup
- Wheat Soup (14th c.)
Chickpeas and cracked wheat with yoghurt and garlic – served cold.
🔥 Hot Appetizers
- Sailor’s Roll With Honey (15th c.)
Fried filo roll with seven cheeses and peas – served with currant honey. - Arefe Meatball (15th c.)
Stuffed meatball with minced beef, bulgur, walnuts, spices.
🍖 Main Courses
- Veal Kebab in Fragrant Herbs (15th c.)
Grilled veal with cinnamon and cumin sauce. - Lamb Shank with “Begendi” (14th c.)
Baked lamb on pureed eggplant bed. - Quail in Garden Eggplant with Basil Sauce (18th c.)
Quail in eggplant with pepper paste, honey, basil.
🍮 Desserts
- Baklava (14th c.)
Layers of phyllo, walnuts, butter, and syrup. - Helatiye (15th c.)
Rose water pudding with nuts and seasonal fruit. - Honey Halva (14th c.)
Roasted flour halva with honey and pistachios.
Contains gluten. Geographically indicated products are used. Please ask our service team for more information.
3 Glasses of Wine🍷 Wine Pairing Experience
🍷 Nif Bağları Bornova Misket
- Wine Pairing
(Izmir) - (10 cl)
🍷 Pamukkale, Kızıl Alan Karbonik Maserasyon Öküzgözü
- Wine Pairing
(Denizli) - (10 cl)
🍷 Likya Araxa, Pinot Meunier
- Wine Pairing
(Elmalı - Antalya) - (10 cl)
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Location
Highligths
• Relive the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire with recipes once served to the sultans.
• Dine in the heart of Sultanahmet, surrounded by Istanbul’s iconic historical landmarks.
• Experience centuries-old flavors prepared with authentic methods and regal presentation.
• Feel the essence of royal hospitality in a richly decorated, vibrant ambiance.
Overview
Looking for a dining experience steeped in royal heritage? Matbah Restaurant offers a taste of imperial Istanbul with its curated Ottoman menu. Nestled in the heart of the old city near Topkapi Palace, Matbah recreates palace cuisine with historical accuracy and modern flair. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a flavor explorer, this restaurant invites you to feast like a sultan. Discover more culturally rich venues in our All Restaurants collection.
Includes & Excludes
✔️ Reserved table
✔️ À la carte access to royal Ottoman dishes
✔️ VAT
❌ Beverages
❌ Transportation
❌ Private event services
Duration
Open daily from 12:00 to 22:30. Kitchen closes at 22:00.
Important Notes
• Same-day reservations must be completed by 16:00.
• Smart-casual dress code is advised.
• Inform the team in advance for allergies or dietary needs.
• Menu may vary seasonally to reflect historical ingredients.
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About this activity
Free cancellation
Free cancellation until 24 hours before.
Location
İstanbul
From
€105.00