French Restaurants in Istanbul

Unfortunately the French scene in Istanbul is not "grande". There are not that many bistros in the city; not even of the mediocre type. Whereas good, big, elite, mediocre or bad bistros have overtaken many other metropolitan cities, the cafe culture is a bigger theme in Istanbul. As such, when it comes to the French bistros in the city, there is maybe 10 in total anyway...

The following list is thus a little short of 10... However, you are likely to enjoy yourself nevertheless.

La Brise

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Asmalı Mescit Caddesi 28

The little French germ on the Asmali...
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Mimolett

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Siraselviler Caddesi No:55/a Cihangir

Soon to become the 1st Michelin rated restaurant of Istanbul...
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Café de Paris

Nispetiye Caddesi Çalıkuşu Sok. 3. Aralık No:4 1

French cuisine, cigars and football...
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Ulus 29

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Ahmet Adnan Saygun Caddesi
Ulus Parki No.1, Ulus

Bedouin tent on the Bosphorus...
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Bistro Funfatale

Les Ottomans, Muallim Naci Caddesi 68, Kuruçeşme, Istanbul

Ideal place for after work drinks, appetizers and dinners...
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