What are the best beef dishes in Istanbul?

Based on diner recommendations, the best beef dish in Istanbul is at NATO Lokantası. We compared 3 restaurants serving beef dishes.

How much do beef dishes cost in Istanbul?

Beef dish prices in Istanbul range from TRY140.00 to TRY380.00 across 3 restaurants.

3 restaurants compared

Price range: TRY140.00 – TRY380.00

Avg recommendation: 87%

Based on diner recommendations across 3 restaurants:

Saç Kavurma at NATO Lokantası, TRY165.00 (Karaköy)
Döner Kebab at NATO Lokantası — 92% recommended, TRY140.00 (Karaköy)
House-Aged Steak at Sunset Grill & Bar — 82% recommended, TRY380.00 (Ulus, Beşiktaş)

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

Karaköy·$$

TRY165.00

Cubed meat seared on a traditional flat griddle until browned, tossed with peppers and onions.

Tip: Less famous than the döner but equally good—often overlooked by tourists. A solid choice if you want something seared rather than roasted.

#292% recommend

Karaköy·$$

TRY140.00

Seasoned lamb and beef roasted on a vertical spit daily, sliced and served on a plate with rice or bread.

Tip: Come before 1 PM or risk the döner selling out. By 2:30 PM most days it's gone.

#382% recommend

Ulus, Beşiktaş·$$$$

TRY380.00

Beef steaks curated and aged in-house, grilled to order with premium cuts.

Tip: Order medium-rare and ask what the day's best cuts are. In-house aging means the steaks should be tender.