Best Grilled Squid in Istanbul
3 restaurants compared
Price range: TRY280.00 – TRY520.00
Avg recommendation: 92%
Top 3 Grilled Squid in Istanbul (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 3 restaurants:
- Adem Baba, TRY280.00 (Arnavutköy)
- Sur Balık Arnavutköy, TRY450.00 (Arnavutköy)
- Sur Balık Arnavutköy — score 92/100, TRY520.00 (Arnavutköy)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 3 Restaurants Compared
#1
Adem Baba
Arnavutköy·$$$
Calamari with Meze
TRY280.00
Fresh squid grilled simply, served with a selection of cold starters.
Tip: A perfect single portion that comes with enough meze to feel like a complete meal without being overwhelming.
#2
Sur Balık Arnavutköy
Arnavutköy·$$$$
Grilled Calamari
TRY450.00
Fresh squid grilled simply over charcoal until tender.
Tip: Order this as soon as you sit down — they cook it fresh to order and it arrives at the perfect temperature.
#3Score 92/100
Sur Balık Arnavutköy
Arnavutköy·$$$$
Herb-Stuffed Calamari
TRY520.00
Whole squid filled with herbs and finished on the grill.
Tip: This is what to order if you want to taste Sur Balık's kitchen technique — the herbs and presentation set it apart from standard grilled squid.