For Vegans: 8 Restaurants in Istanbul That Use No Animal Products

An in-depth look at the places doing the best plant-based takes on Turkish cuisine.

Zeynep Kaya · 24 April 2026 · 2 min read

Being Vegan in Istanbul

Eating vegan in Istanbul is now both easy and delicious. Places opening all over the city are reinterpreting traditional recipes with plant-based ingredients.

The Karaköy Area

Many cafés and restaurants in this neighborhood offer fully plant-based menus. Lentil köfte, hummus and falafel are no longer found only in Middle Eastern eateries — they now show up at trendy spots too.

Kadıköy's Plant-Based Scene

Kadıköy is one of the neighborhoods where vegan culture is most alive.

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Vegan · Healthy · Istanbul · Guide

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