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Best Squid Dishes in Istanbul
4 restaurants compared
Price range: TRY14.00 – TRY10500.00
Top 4 Squid Dishes in Istanbul (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 4 restaurants:
- Calamari at Safa Meyhanesi, TRY14.00 (Yedikule)
- Grilled Squid at İmroz Meyhanesi, TRY14.00 (Beyoğlu)
- Charred Calamari with Broad Beans and Tarator at Mikla, TRY10500.00 (Beyoğlu)
- Fried Calamari at Asmalı Cavit, TRY14.00 (Asmalımescit)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 4 Squid Dishes
#1
Calamari
Safa MeyhanesiYedikule·$$
TRY14.00
Tender squid rings fried until golden and served with lemon.
Tip: Eat these immediately — they cool fast and lose texture.
#2
Grilled Squid
İmroz MeyhanesiBeyoğlu·$$
TRY14.00
Whole squid charred on the grill, served with lemon.
Tip: Sit in the courtyard during summer — it fills with a mix of locals and curious tourists.
#3
Charred Calamari with Broad Beans and Tarator
MiklaBeyoğlu·$$$$
TRY10500.00
Whole calamari charred until slightly blackened, paired with tender broad beans and creamy sesame tarator sauce.
Tip: The wine pairings are curated by a sommelier who specializes in small Anatolian producers.
#4
Fried Calamari
Asmalı CavitAsmalımescit·$$$
TRY14.00
Tender calamari rings dredged in seasoned flour and fried until golden, served with lemon.
Tip: Eat these immediately when they arrive — they cool down quickly and lose their crispness.