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An all-vegan cafe, restaurant and market. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm. Hours reported to be irregular - call ahead.


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314 Reviews

First Review by eqw

Tankii

Points +261

Vegan
24 Oct 2024

Traditional Vibes and Tastes

You can have 3 and 4-meals plate for a cheap price.

KubaPierzchalski

Points +34

Vegan
24 Oct 2024

The best vegan bistro in Istanbul

We are family of 4 and we had amaizing Turkish cuisine experience here. The owner is very friendly and she serves original Turkish dishes in vegan version. We discovered this place and we decided to dine there the whole time we are in Istanbul. The prices are fantastic !

lefepf

Points +22

Vegan
22 Oct 2024

Traditionelle vegane türkische Küche

Die Besitzerin, die selbst seit über 20 Jahren vegan lebt, bereitet sehr leckere, vegane, traditionelle türkische Gerichte zu. Das Essen ist nicht nur schmackhaft, sondern auch sehr preiswert. Ich kann es jedem empfehlen!

nastiushka

Points +24

Vegan
22 Oct 2024

Bestes veganes Restaurant in Istanbul

Das ist das beste vegane Restaurant in Istanbul! Die Besitzerin erzählte uns, dass sie seit 20 Jahren vegan lebt und die traditionellen türkischen Speisen vegan nachkocht. Das Essen war super lecker, wir waren während unseres Urlaubes mehrfach dort. Man fühlt sich sehr willkommen und fühlt sich gleich wie zuhause. Wir werden definitiv wiederkommen!

Pros: Essen, Ambiente, Service

Gemkvegan

Points +1781

Vegan
17 Oct 2024

Lots of choice and generous portion

Causal spot where you can choose various options/dishes for a set price (150 TL for 3 options, 180 TL for 4) amongst other things. Lots of very appealing dishes to choose from and the portion ends up very generous, especially for the low prices. The food wasn’t huge on flavour but I really liked this place and what they’re doing!

Updated from previous review on 2024-10-17

MindfulSam

Points +173

Vegan
12 Oct 2024

Amazing little place - must visit!!

The little restaurant itself is basic, however the food is absolutely gorgeous, is all homemade and the staff are friendly and helpful. We went for dinner one night and were so impressed we came back the next day for lunch. 3 options are 150 lira, 4 options are 180 lira (which is super cheap for Istanbul). They have homemade kombucha and will squeeze pomegranate or oranges for fresh juice. There is also homemade baklava on the counter as well as chocolate cake and some gluten free biscuits. Everything we picked was delicious.

Pros: So much choice, Very cheap, Absolutely delicious

virindershu

Points +15

Vegetarian
06 Oct 2024

The best vegan restaurant in Turkey!!

The best vegan restaurant in Istanbul, maybe in all of Turkey. The food is freshly made every day with love and passion. It is a family business, the woman is incredibly nice and speaks good English. The portions are great and they certainly do not cut corners. The food can even be neatly packed so that you can take it with you on the plane or while traveling. Of all the vegan restaurants in Istanbul, they have the most delicious vegan baklava. It is definitely worth a visit for a meal, snack, vegan ayran or something sweet like baklava.

Updated from previous review on 2024-10-04

PaulaHirst

Points +129

Vegan
26 Sep 2024

Buffet Style Good Food

A lovely little cafe with a buffet style menu. You basically had to pick a certain amount of dishes and then they brought it to you on a plate.
The staff were friendly, it was very cheap (probably the cheapest we’ve eaten so far in Instanbul) and you got a decent amount of food.
Definitely worth a visit, especially if you’re on a budget.

Pros: Very cheap, Large portions, Friendly staff

Cons: None

danieljack

Points +79

Vegan
25 Sep 2024

Great food!

I went for the 5 choices which was very filling and at a great price. The food was very tasty and full of flavour. I’d personally recommend the vine leaves and the falafel. They were amazing. The owners were very friendly. It had a very homely vibe to the atmosphere and the food. If you want great tasting no fuss Turkish food this is the place for you.

Updated from previous review on 2024-09-25

Pros: Staff, Vine Leaves, Falafel

NicCunliffe

Points +76

Vegan
20 Sep 2024

Super food, very basic establishment

We really enjoyed the 5 option meal for an amazing TL525 for two of us, including a soft drink. The ambiance was lacking even though the people were very welcoming and the price was amazing.

Pros: Price, Food

Cons: Ambiance , Cafe not restaurant , Decor

soymilkpeanutsauce

Points +87

Vegan
12 Sep 2024

Lovely and local

The front sign, right outside the shop, shows you the prices and invites the reader to "Go Vegan". I thought this was lovely and set the mood for the whole meal.

The food was great and there was a vast selection. The lady behind the counter spoke little English but was extremely kind and polite.

It's, like other places in Istanbul, a "buffet" restaurant, meaning that you get a plate with 3/4/5 different options of what they offer. We loved it. You can really get a fully nutritious meal, with carbs, protein, fats, and plenty of veggies. Or you can just get carbs and fats if that's your thing! The choice is totally yours.

The building in which the restaurant is located is a bit old, but we didn't mind it at all.

We spent around 500 TLA for two 4 options meal and two fresh orange juices.

I would 10/10 go again.

Pros: Vast selection, Affordable prices, "Go Vegan" sign

jenthevagabond

Points +657

Vegetarian
21 Aug 2024

Big Flavours & small prices

What a Discovery! So many options to choose from! All vegan! Went for a 4 option meal: Stuffed vine leaves, Eggplant mix, Seitan and Falafels - with some complimentary fries on top! Homemade Compucha was super tasty, too! Hope to be back soon!

Pros: Great Service!

PatM

Points +92

Vegan
19 Aug 2024

So good and authentic

The food was very delicious, the lady was so kind and the prices are nice!
So many options to choose from (sweet and salty). Big recommendation!

Fabio_vegan

Points +38

Vegan
16 Aug 2024

Tasty, generous, and cheap

Homemade food cooked with love. This little place is run by a lovely vegan lady and her vegetarian brother. They even sell vegan sweets and cookies.

KylaJack

Points +372

Vegan
07 Aug 2024

Delicious little buffet style restaurant

My favourite place in Istanbul. Very reasonable prices -190 for a 5 options place, cheaper for 4 or 3 options and really delicious food. Would have gone many more times if we were staying longer!

alenanatascha

Points +68

Vegan
04 Aug 2024

Perfect place to try authentic food

If you want to get to know authentic turkish food in a vegan version, this is the place. You will get up to five different dishes to try (although the meal is really big with five options). It’s very tasty, cheaper than other vegan restaurants and the staff is very kind and friendly. They speak English, so no communication issues.

Pros: Authentic, Lots of dishes to try

itsrinokt_

Points +4422

Vegan
29 Jul 2024

Home-cooked food

My boyfriend and I had lunch here, and surprisingly, no one else was there. As other reviews mentioned, the portions were quite big and made us instantly full. The food felt like something you’d try in a Turkish home—nothing fancy, but really yummy.

RdJ

Points +55

Vegan
27 Jul 2024

Best food in Istanbul

Food and service was amazing!! Price is also very friendly.

MessyCook

Points +313

Vegan
23 Jul 2024

Comfort food in large portions

I visited this place a few times earlier in the year while I was in Istanbul. Pick from a selection of premade dishes and they'll heat them and bring a massive bowl to the table.

Pros: Big portions, Good variety

Corrigan

Points +209

Vegan
15 Jul 2024

Best vegan food in Istanbul

This was by far the best meal we had in Istanbul! All homemade food and every dish we tried was incredible. Also incredibly cheap! We got two giant plates of food for $12 US dollar/ 360 TRY. You must go here if you are in Istanbul!

gingerplummy

Points +1327

Vegan
30 Jun 2024

Tasty & Affordable Turkish Food

This has to be one of my fav places in Istanbul. The chef was a very nice lady who made all the delicious vegan dishes. I loved all the food here. I could eat here every day! Please come & say hello. Must try!

alohias

Points +144

Vegan
29 Jun 2024

Fantastic taste

Had kisir, lentils, and stuffed bell peppers. Everything was very tasty and the price was very good.

Pros: Taste, Staff, Price

SophieTheodosi

Points +57

Vegan
21 Jun 2024

SO YUMMY

Had a lovely homemade style meal at Vegan Istanbul. everything was so tasty and fresh and the service was fab. would highly recommend!!

SusamBoyle

Points +40

Vegan
20 Jun 2024

neighbourhood favourite

hearty vegan food at great prices, with lovely owners

TimSeelig

Points +28

Vegan
14 Jun 2024

Great food

Amazing choices of tasty dishes.

Updated from previous review on 2024-06-14

DerrickVadar

Points +855

Vegan
14 Jun 2024

Homemade taste!

Quality vegan food with great prices.

Buffet style where you tell her what you want and she plates it. Dessert is on the counter (ex. chocolate brownie) and you pay later, after you eat.

I had the four-option plate for 150lr, freshly made orange juice for 80, and baklava for 100.

There is a 10% fee for credit cards.

Updated from previous review on 2024-06-14

Pros: Fast WiFi, Two outside tables , Juice freshly squeezed in front of you

Cons: No AC , Climb up a hill, Credit card surcharge

tgardner1453

Points +678

Vegan
10 Jun 2024

Amazing place

Super cheap, especially for the area, tons of options, and great food




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