Best Anchovy Dishes in Istanbul
2 restaurants compared
Price range: TRY11.00 – TRY90.00
Avg recommendation: 90%
Top 2 Anchovy Dishes in Istanbul (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 2 restaurants:
- Pilaf with Black Sea Anchovies at Pandeli, TRY90.00 (Eminönü)
- Hamsi Pilaf at Hayvore — 90% recommended, TRY11.00 (Beyoğlu)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 2 Anchovy Dishes
#1
Pilaf with Black Sea Anchovies
PandeliEminönü·$$$
TRY90.00
Buttery rice pilaf studded with small anchovies and herbs.
Tip: A light option if you're eating alone or want a smaller plate. Order it as a main with a meze or two.
#290% recommend
Hamsi Pilaf
HayvoreBeyoğlu·$$
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.