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Magnaura Cafe & Restaurant

) #26 of 11,581 Restaurants in Istanbul €€ - €€€ Mediterranean, European, Turkish
Akbiyik Cad No: 23 | Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34122, Turkey
+90 212 518 76 22
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  • Excellent78%
  • Very good17%
  • Average3%
  • Poor1%
  • Terrible1%
Travellers talk about
“spicy lamb” (11 reviews)
“testi kebab” (18 reviews)
“hummus” (20 reviews)
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All hours
CUISINES
Mediterranean, European, Turkish, Middle Eastern, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options, Halal
PRICE
€€ - €€€
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LOCATION
Akbiyik Cad No: 23 | Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34122, Turkey
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11 - 20 of 407 reviews

Reviewed 1 June 2017

We were 5 people dining there and the food was superb (I don´t often use that word) the owner Mr. Murat was very friendly - and the waiter too. Dispite the rain we dined outside but I had to use the bathroom so I went...More

Thank thorgod2017
Reviewed 30 May 2017 via mobile

Very nice and beautiful place. The staff is very hospitable! The best turkish cousine and perfect chocolate cake! We've visited this place two times in our last day in Istanbul. Awesome memories!

Thank Nikarg
Reviewed 29 May 2017

I loved this place. We just sat down and enjoyed our drinks with no hassle. Although the place serves gorgeous food, they just left us alone with our drinks - thank you guys!

Thank goncaharrison
Reviewed 17 May 2017

Although you may think at first that this is just another restaurant in a street full of those, you won't be disappointed if you decide to approach and take a seat. Me and my girlfriend decided to eat there on our first night in Istanbul...More

Thank Edgar G
Reviewed 17 May 2017 via mobile

Took my lovely girlfriend here for dinner​. Great location and variety of food on menu. Hummus appetiser was not the best but the mains were delicious. Fantastic service by our waiter Hasan who took great care of us and offered us complementary tea after dinner....More

Thank David P
Reviewed 4 May 2017

Fantastic small restaurant located in The Old City. Very delicious food, high quality and impressive winecard. We give over best recommandations.More

Thank Tina D
Magnaura, Sahibi at Magnaura Cafe & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 16 May 2017

Dear Tina, Thank you so much for taking your time to reply at our Restaurant. I thank you once again on behalf of my Team and please do come back to Istanbul again. Until then please take care yourself and give us our regards to...More

Reviewed 2 May 2017 via mobile

The only glance at the owner of the restaurant Murat will give you a hint of how welcoming, open-hearted and civilised Turkish people can be. An evening at decent meals and a pleasant conversation will tell you more and will certainly bring you back soon....More

1  Thank Irene L
Magnaura, Sahibi at Magnaura Cafe & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 16 May 2017

Dear Irene; Special thank you to you and your mother for being a special guests in Our Restaurant. We are so glad to know you and have another family member of Magnaura in Ukrain. In Turkish we have a expression " If the taste and...More

Reviewed 15 April 2017 via mobile

My family and I really enjoyed this restaurant. Food is amazing and service is great! People at the restaurant are incredibly nice and speak several languages. Prices are very reasonable. I recommend it 100%. Dont miss it if you go to Istanbul!!!More

Thank MRombach
Magnaura, Sahibi at Magnaura Cafe & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 16 May 2017

Dear MRombach, Thank you so much for taking your time to share your review about our Restaurant. Me and my team are very glad to hear that you enjoyed being with us. Until we have a chance to serve you back again,please do take care...More

Reviewed 13 April 2017 via mobile

It's a bit of an obstacle race getting to the restaurant of your choice in this street. However after fighting off the salesman of the other establishments we arrived at our chosen destination and received a warm and genuine welcome from Murat and his team....More

Thank 375Pookie62
Magnaura, Sahibi at Magnaura Cafe & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 14 April 2017

My Dear Fethiye Friends, Thank you so much for taking your time to share your review about my Restaurant. It was very pleasure for us to serve you and your friends. We are very glad to know you. Welcome to Magnaura Family. Have a great...More

Reviewed 4 April 2017 via mobile

delicious food, friendly waiters... sit on or out. a lot of thing you can try. what do u want more??? thanks a lot for great dinner.

Thank Zeynep A
Magnaura, Sahibi at Magnaura Cafe & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 14 April 2017

Dear Zeynep, Thank you so much for your excellent review, İt was pleasure for us to serve you in the heart of old city,İstanbul. We hope to see you again very soon. Best wishes. Murat Ozuak

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Sultanahmet
With so many unmissable attractions within a mere
stroll of each other – and all set around the site of
an ancient Byzantine hippodrome – Sultanahmet is an
overwhelmingly popular tourist destination, and a
prime location for visitors to be wowed on a truly
epic scale. Beyond the wonders of the Blue Mosque, the
Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and more, this
relatively small area of Istanbul somehow manages to
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annanathanson
24 May 2015|
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Response from Magnaura | Property representative |
Hi,Yes we do have a non smoking room in our restaurant.Thank you for your interest. Murat OZUAK General Manager
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Restaurant Details

Rating summary
  • Food
    Service
  • Value
    Atmosphere
Average prices
US$6
Meals
Brunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Restaurant features
Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible
Good for
View, Bar Scene, Romantic, Local cuisine, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Business meetings, Child-friendly, Kids
Open Hours
Sunday
09:00 - 01:00
Monday
09:00 - 01:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 01:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 01:00
Thursday
09:00 - 01:00
Friday
09:00 - 01:00
Saturday
09:00 - 01:00
Location and Contact Information
  • Address: Akbiyik Cad No: 23 | Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34122, Turkey
  • Location: Europe  >  Turkey  >  Istanbul>  > Sultanahmet
  • Neighbourhood: Sultanahmet
  • Phone Number: +90 212 518 76 22
  • E-mail
Description
Magnaura Restaurant is one of the oldest Restaurant in Istanbul located at the heart of the Old city. Blue Mosque,Topkapi Palace,Hagia Sophia,Grand Bazaar and Basicilia cistern are only 5 minutes walking distance from the Restaurant.


Murat Ozuak (31) a young inspired man runs the Business who finished his Bachelor degree at Souhtampton University in UK, His masters degree in European School of Economics.He speaks Fluently English and German and intermediate Level Spanish.
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