Best Köfte in Istanbul, TR

Grilled Turkish meatballs seasoned with traditional spices, often served with peppers, rice, and salad.

Tarihi Sultanahmet Köftecisi Selim Usta

Sultanahmet
4.3 / 5

The famous köfte were juicy, perfectly seasoned, and so flavorful—absolutely lived up to the reputation.

Local LegendClassicHistoric
9.2Flavor
7.5Value
8.5Vibe

Meşhur Filibe Köftecisi

Sirkeci
3.5 / 5

Juicy little buttons of meat that come off the coal-fired grill with just the right amount of char.

Hidden GemClassicAuthentic
9.6Flavor
7Value
6.5Vibe

Namlı Rumeli Köftecisi

Sirkeci
4.4 / 5

Despite being slightly pricey for just six köftes, the taste makes it absolutely worth every kurus.

Local LegendAuthenticClassic
9.3Flavor
8Value
7.5Vibe

Köfteci Arnavut

Balat
4.2 / 5

A nostalgic trip in Balat. The piyaz is just as good as the succulent, square-shaped meatballs.

Hidden GemAuthenticInstagrammable
9Flavor
9Value
9Vibe

Ekspres İnegöl Köftecisi

Kadıköy
4.4 / 5

The taste and quality never changed in 35 years. Legendary taste, literally one of the best.

Local LegendClassicFast Casual
8.9Flavor
8.2Value
7.8Vibe
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