Where is the best rice in Istanbul?

Based on diner recommendations, the best rice in Istanbul is at Tarihi Şahin Lokantası. We compared 3 restaurants serving rice.

How much does rice cost in Istanbul?

Rice prices in Istanbul range from TRY2.50 to TRY12.00 across 3 restaurants.

3 restaurants compared

Price range: TRY2.50 – TRY12.00

Avg recommendation: 90%

Based on diner recommendations across 3 restaurants:

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

Beyoğlu·$

Rice Pilaf

TRY2.50

Fluffy white rice cooked with a touch of butter and vegetables, a standard accompaniment to mains.

Tip: Order this with any hot dish — it completes the meal.

Beyoğlu·$$

Sadrazam Pilav

TRY12.00

Rice cooked with lamb, vegetables, and house spices — the restaurant's signature rice dish.

Tip: This pairs well with the grilled offal — order it as a side for the table.

#390% recommend

Beyoğlu·$$

Hamsi Pilaf

TRY11.00

Rice cooked with whole anchovies, flavored with onions, currants, green peppers, parsley, mint, and black pepper.

Tip: This is the most iconic dish at Hayvore — order it before anything else.