Neolokal
Modern Anatolian · Istanbul · Michelin One Star · Chef Maksut Aşkar
Awarded one Michelin star and ranked No. 100 on The World's 50 Best Restaurants list, Neolokal in Istanbul features modern Anatolian cuisine by chef Maksut Aşkar. Located inside the historic SALT Galata building, the dining room offers floor-to-ceiling window views over the Golden Horn and city skyline.
Bankalar Caddesi No:11, Salt Galata, Karaköy, Istanbul, Istanbul
- 1★ Michelin
- World's 50 Best #100
- #100 World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025
Menu
Dishes
- Anatolian Negroni — Homemade Vermouth, Tanqueray No.10, Campari
- Turkish Coffee Mint Martini — Ketel One, Kahlua, Mint Liqueur, Turkish Coffee, Coffee Smoke
- Heaven Date — Persimmon-Infused Captain Morgan Rum, Safari, Lime Juice, Pineapple Syrup, Black Pepper
- bread with colored butter
- haddock seared skin-side with caramelised celeriac purée and mussel broth sauce
- baklava
- hummus
- raw bonito on vine leaf
- börek (phyllo pastry) filled with chard and truffle mushrooms
- lamb with fennel served with smoked freekeh grains
The Experience
In a historic setting and with an urban view. The meal is structured around a tasting menu and a wine pairing.
- Format: Tasting menu, Wine pairing
- Setting: Historic, Urban view, Rooftop
Phone: +90 551 447 45 45
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