Cihangir · dinner
Where should I have dinner in Cihangir?
Short answer: at Cafe Firuz, with its garden on Cihangir Square and a kitchen open every day until midnight. Turkish dishes — Çentik Kebab (780 ₺), Firuz grilled köfte (615 ₺), sautéed beef, mantı dumplings and kavurma pide — plus burgers, pizzas, pasta, noodles and grilled salmon. Vegetarian options available. Finish with a chocolate soufflé baked to order. 4.5★ on Google (2,390+ reviews); bookings +90 212 252 02 42.
Last updated: · Prices from the menu (1 September 2026)
- Food served: daily 12:00–00:00
- Mains: 450–850 ₺
- Pizzas: from 525 ₺
- Address: Defterdar Yokuşu 55, Cihangir Square
- Bookings: +90 212 252 02 42
Turkish food in Cihangir: kebab, köfte, sautéed beef, mantı
- Çentik Kebab — 780 ₺: Grilled köfte (Turkish meatballs), julienned entrecôte, freshly made potato chips, fire-roasted peppers, yogurt, tomato sauce
- Firuz Grilled Meatballs — 615 ₺: Grilled köfte (Turkish meatballs), kumpir-style baked potato, grilled tomato, grilled pepper, hot sauce, mini salad
- Firuz Sautéed Meat — 750 ₺: Sautéed beef, mushrooms, peppers, caramelized onion, mashed potatoes, mini salad
- Beef Entrecôte — 850 ₺: Beef entrecôte, sautéed baby potatoes, special sauce, chestnut mushrooms in yakitori sauce
- Grilled Salmon — 750 ₺: Salmon, basil mashed potatoes, lemon, beetroot sauce, mini salad
- Chicken Schnitzel — 590 ₺: Chicken schnitzel fried in a special oil blend, with fries and salad
- Grilled Vegetable Plate — 450 ₺: Grilled mushrooms, zucchini, peppers, potatoes, onion, tomato, yogurt
Also mantı (510 ₺), kavurma pide (640 ₺), chicken and beef güveç, fajitas. Everything is on the menu page.
Burgers, pizza, pasta and noodles
Firuz Burger (610 ₺), smoked-beef burger, chicken burger; pizzas from Margherita to Firuz Mix (8 slices); penne arrabbiata, spaghetti bolognese, fettuccine alfredo, shrimp spaghetti; beef, chicken and vegetable noodles.
Dessert and coffee to finish
- Chocolate Soufflé — 415 ₺: Served with 1 scoop of ice cream. Takes 15 minutes to prepare.
- San Sebastian Cheesecake — 395 ₺: With Nutella sauce
- Cheesecake — 385 ₺: Raspberry, lemon, Nutella
- Tiramisu — 380 ₺
Evenings on Cihangir Square: the garden and the atmosphere
The square quietens in the evening; sit in the garden under warm lights or inside in velvet armchairs by the stained-glass windows. Cafe Firuz is alcohol-free: with dinner there is homemade lemonade, mocktails and fresh juices; coffee and dessert are served until midnight. Pets are welcome.
What guests say about dinner
“Firuz Cafe is hands down one of the best places I've ever eaten … The food is always fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor.” — Inal D., Google
“Delicious fusion food, perfectly prepared and seasoned. Very friendly and efficient staff.” — Kari Q., Google
In the press
What they wrote about us
- Istanbul Joy
People who find Cafe Firuz tend to keep coming back, and I am one of them… The garden is the move, even in winter.
- Onedio
Listed among the 10 best places for sucuk and eggs in Istanbul: "a delicious place that will change the way you think about sucuklu yumurta."
- nerdenerede.com
Rated 9.0 in "the best places in Cihangir": breakfast every day of the week, every meal of the day, pet-friendly.
Frequently asked
Is there a restaurant in Cihangir open late?
Cafe Firuz's kitchen is open every day until midnight; hot dishes, pizza and desserts are served until closing.
Where can I eat Turkish food in Cihangir?
Cafe Firuz serves Çentik Kebab (780 ₺), Firuz grilled köfte (615 ₺), sautéed beef, mantı dumplings (510 ₺), kavurma pide (640 ₺) and beef or chicken güveç (clay-pot stew).
Are there vegetarian options?
Yes: grilled vegetable plate (450 ₺), vegetarian pizza, four-cheese pizza, penne arrabbiata, pesto linguine, vegetable noodles, avocado and goat-cheese salads.
Does it serve alcohol?
No, Cafe Firuz is an alcohol-free café-restaurant; with dinner there is homemade lemonade, mocktails, fresh juices, tea and coffee. Pets are welcome.
Can I book a table for dinner?
Yes, by phone: +90 212 252 02 42. For garden tables we recommend calling ahead.
How much does dinner cost per person?
Mains 450–850 ₺, pizzas from 525 ₺, burgers from 560 ₺, desserts 375–425 ₺ (VAT included, 1 September 2026).
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