Arkestra

Modern European · Istanbul · Michelin One Star · Chef Cenk Debensason

Awarded one MICHELIN Star, Arkestra in Istanbul presents Modern European cuisine with global influences from chef Cenk Debensason. Set in a restored 1960s villa, the venue offers seasonal plates like tuna sashimi with sushi rice ice cream alongside an upper-floor vinyl listening room.

Etiler, Dilhayat Sokak No: 28, Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Istanbul

  • 1★ Michelin (2024)

Menu

Dishes

  • Corvus Passito (2015) — Turkey, 2015 - Vasilaki, Moscato d'Alessandria
  • GRAPPA SARPA DI POLI (1060)
  • Urla Symposium (3140) — Turkey, 2023 - Bornova Misketi
  • Chocolate Ganache Torte (680) — Bitter chocolate ganache, rosemary sable, olive oil, passion fruit & mango sorbet
  • Grappa Sassicaia (1580) — Premium Italian grape pomace brandy
  • 770 ₺ / (4500)
  • MARASCHINO (1400)
  • Cherry & Thai Basil Sorbet (320) — House-made cherry and Thai basil sorbet
  • Grilled Beetroot (1080) — Ajo blanco, sumac & pomegranate molasses, pumpkin seed granola
  • Steak Tartare (1540) — Egg yolk, parmesan, dijon mustard, chives, sourdough baguette

Cocktails

  • Fernet Branca (3640) — Italian herbal bitter liqueur
  • AMARETTO (810)
  • Earl Grey & Honey Almond Crunch (620) — Earl grey mousse & ice cream, honey almond crunch, date cake

The Experience

A lively and opulent room with garden or terrace dining. The meal is structured around à la carte dining.

  • Atmosphere: Lively, Opulent
  • Format: À la carte
  • Setting: Garden / terrace

Phone: +90 212 970 72 73

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