Nusr-Et Steakhouse

Located next to Cipriani, the enormous and bustling Nusr-Et Steakhouse, whose kitchen is run by the supremely talented chef Nusret Cokce, is a carnivore’s delight. Cocke and his partner Mithat Erdem have become known as the ambassadors of steakhouse culture in Istanbul. Their food is worth the wait—which seems unavoidable even with reservations. Given the slabs of meat that serve as décor when you first walk in, it’s best to leave the vegetarians at home. But they are missing out, since the perfectly prepared steaks are mouth-watering. Try to secure one of the coveted tables overlooking the water.