Lively spot in a great location. Great view of Galata Tower, especially after dark. Food is good, but not awesome. It was very busy, so service seemed rushed. Sit outside for the best experience. Overall, we enjoyed it.
Matthew C.
Rating des Ortes: 4 SoMa, San Francisco, CA
Enjoyable time. Great view and drinks. Nice place to hangout late at night and stare at the Galata tower. Plus the peeps are cool. Istanbul is cool.
My-Linh T.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Wapato, WA
Love the atmosphere of the place. Services were quick and courteous. The menu was clear and nicely presented. The food was awesome!
Maria F.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Si sos veggie no dejes de probar el vegetable wrap! Super sabroso! El lugar es precioso, frente a galata tower. Si tenes suerte encontraras mesa afuera al sol! Para disfrutar de la hermosa vista! Tiene menú en ingles y buena wifi!
Joseph D.
Rating des Ortes: 4 New York, NY
This place is an old world tradition. The buildings architecture is fantastic and it has a distinct old world turkey vibe. The food was excellent, the portions large, and the staff was helpful. It is centrally located. I had the yoghurt juice(a Turkish tradition) and also a mixed plate of meat. It wasn’t on the menu but the waiter suggested it. Don’t go there wearing anything nice. The smell from the Kevin grills will stay with you for a while ;)
Rick H.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Santa Rosa, CA
We had dinner here on a busy night(it appears every night is busy as this is on a popular street). The waiter was nice and was responsive. The food is good, not great. The tables in front are great for people watching and viewing the Galata Tower.
Alya S.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Washington, DC
A little surprised at how highly recommended this place is and at other reviews. I’ve only been in Istanbul for two days and have had better meals at mom and pop establishments. Guney has a great space and inviting atmosphere, and you certainly can’t beat its location near Galata Tower. However, if you’re new to the area and looking for more authentic turkish cuisine, just head down one of the side streets and you’ll be pleasantly surprised by all of your options.
Kelsey S.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Chicago, IL
We ate here several times because of the great food and location. It is right next to Galata Tower and a few minutes from Istiklal. The staff is also very friendly.
Imran K.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Seabrook, TX
If you want a good location right next to the Galata Tower to sit down and relax, this is the spot! My friend and I decided to stop here for some Cay(tea) and ended up buying dessert as well. The servers were quiet, but were very prompt with their service. We sat outside on a nice breezy day, so the atmosphere was perfect, especially after walking the entire day, it was a nice place to take a break. The cay was great, and the desserts were excellent. We didn’t try any of the actual food, but I would definitely eat here. Overall, excellent place to relax, have an excellent view of the Galata Tower. Oh yeah, free wifi! Just ask one of the quiet servers for the password.
Nathan E.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Washington, DC
This restaurant is in a prime location under the Galata Tower, providing a beautiful view to go with whatever food and drink you’re having… and with the business of the pathway outside its doors it’s also perfect for tea(cay) while people-watching. The servers are friendly enough, but they’re mostly quiet and let you be while providing prompt(but not rushing you) service. The dondurma here is really, really good and I would definitely return to try a full meal sometime. My friend and I sat on the outside(as we did everywhere, even though it was chilly), but the inside is very nice and has a fully glass front so you don’t have to feel like you’re hidden away from the street if you do go inside. Also, there’s free wifi.
Juliana C.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Brookline, MA
We stopped by the restaurant to get advice on where to go out in the neighborhood, and the servers were super friendly and helpful, providing tips and directions on some of the best spots in Galata(Araf and Peyote). The restaurant has a lovely outdoor seating area with heaters for cold nights and clean bathrooms. Highly recommended!
I-Lin L.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Woodland Hills, CA
My travel companions only came into this restaurant because they wanted some free wi-fi near Galata Tower. But I got to try something new that sounded disgusting but actually tasted delicious. Chicken breast pudding(Tavuk göğüsü) was sweet and creamy and didn’t have any meat taste at all! Cool bar scene, too, with plenty of outdoor seating. There was a cat lounging outside under the menu stand, and it never seemed to leave its spot.
Unters
Rating des Ortes: 4 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
Ich kann nicht bestätigen, dass das Güney sich zum negativen entwickelt hätte. Es gibt inzwischen sogar eine KARTE :-). Hier ist nach wie vor lecker essen und trinken im Schatten des Galataturms angesagt; Leute begucken inklusive. Bedienungen waren nett und aufmerksam. Die 10TL für den Turm lieber hier investieren!
F R.
Rating des Ortes: 2 Mühlhausen, Bayern
Scheinbar hat sich in den letzten drei Jahren im Güney Restaurant einiges getan; leider nicht zum Guten! Zwar wuseln zig Kellner um einen rum, das aber ziemlich planlos und absolut unaufmerksam. Unser Tisch wurde erst nach dem wir Getränke hatten(und ewig auf diese warten mussten) auf Aufforderung lieblos abgewischt. Von den drei bestellten Vorspeisen wurde eine vergessen und erst auf nachfragen und diskutieren gebracht. Auch traf das(harte) Weißbrot erst nach mehrmaligen fragendrn direkten Blicken zum Kellner ein. Der gemischte Kebapteller für 28TL war zwar nicht schlecht, aber dafür überteuert. Die Dorade war ok, aber leider fast kalt. Wir haben dieses Lokal wegen der Bewertungen vorher gewählt, wurden aber leider sehr enttäuscht! Lieber in der«Istikal Einkaufsstrasse» in den Nebengassen in ein«selv servis» Buffet-Restaurant gehen! Viel günstiger und — meiner Erfahrung nach — leckerer!
Monika S.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Landshut, Bayern
An unserem ersten Abend in Istanbul hat wollten wir nicht mehr weit laufen. Im Nachbarrestaurant, wo wir eigentlich hin wollten, war kein PLatz mehr, als in Güney’s Restaurant hinein. Noch hatten wir keine Ahnung über die PReisstruktur in Istanbul — waren also gespannt. Und wurden positiv überrascht. Romas tollem Bericht über das super Essen und den netten Service ist nichts hinbzuzufgen. Die Bedienung ist sehr flott und freundlich gewesen. Und als Anahgltspunkt zum Preisniveau: Zu viert haben wir mit Vorspeisen, Hauptgerichten und getränken ca. EUR60,00 bezahlt.