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Mikla

Istanbul · Turkey

Contemporary Dining in Istanbul · Contemporary Anatolian

Michelin Guide (One Michelin star in the inaugural Istanbul selection, published for the 2023 guide.)

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Michelin Guide

One Michelin star in the inaugural Istanbul selection, published for the 2023 guide. · 2023

A landmark of Istanbul's contemporary restaurant scene, Mikla combines Anatolian ingredients and culinary research with the precision of a destination tasting-menu restaurant. Its rooftop setting above Beyoğlu is memorable, but its lasting influence comes from helping establish a modern language for Turkish fine dining.

The Story

Origin

Founded by Turkish-Scandinavian chef Mehmet Gürs in 2005, Mikla subsequently developed its New Anatolian Kitchen approach, placing regional ingredients and producer relationships at the centre of its identity.

Philosophy

Treat Anatolia as a living culinary resource rather than a fixed repertoire of traditional dishes.

Why Important

An essential reference for understanding how Turkish fine dining shifted toward regional sourcing, culinary research and a more confident expression of local identity.

Differentiation

Mikla established a recognisable contemporary Anatolian position before Istanbul's recent growth in internationally celebrated tasting-menu restaurants.

Food Philosophy

Regional produce, preservation techniques and food traditions are researched and translated into contemporary compositions. The emphasis is on provenance and reinterpretation rather than literal reconstruction.

Guest Experience

A formal destination dinner with panoramic city views, carefully paced courses and a substantial wine programme.

Design Philosophy

A restrained rooftop dining environment gives Istanbul's skyline a central role in the experience.

Design & Architecture

Architecture

An elevated restaurant within The Marmara Pera hotel, overlooking the city and its waterways.

Design Language

Restrained contemporary rooftop dining.

Interior Design

A polished, understated dining room organised around expansive views.

Founder

Mehmet Gürs

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Menus

Prix Fixe à la carte

3 course prix fixe à la carte · Menu last verified: 8 October 2026

Pea
Araka & Sultani Pea, Nettle, Wild Mushroom
Lion Fish
Arugula Paste, Pumpkin Seeds & Flowers, Broad Beans, Sea Beans, Chili
Charred Calamari
Broad Beans, Shallot, Tarator
Whole Wheat Mantı
Beef or Vegetable Mantı, Smoked Buffalo Yoghurt, Tomato, Roasted Garlic
Dried Beef Tenderloin
Red Wine & Rakı Marinated Tenderloin, Fresh Almond, Purslane, Şevketi Bostan, Sumac
Lamb Heart
Bolet Mushroom, Cress, Pomegranate Vinegar, Malkara Lentil, Sumac, Pickled Gherkin
Smoked Artichoke
Corn Flour, Broccolini, Antep Chili, Artichoke Vinegar, Dill
Grilled Fish
Fennel, Bottarga, Halhali Olives, Melissa, Garlic, Wild Cabbage
Pan Fried Fish
Crayfish, Morel Mushroom, Asparagus, Coriander, Apple Vinegar
Sea Foods Casserole
İskenderun Prawn, Octopus, Mussels, Clam, Scallop, Calamari, Shallot, Tomato, Halhali Olives, Chili Green Pepper
Charred Beef Short Rib
Young Potato, Kars Gruyere, Mushroom, Beetroot Molasses
Dry Aged Beef (For Two)
Asparagus, Young Potato, Mushroom, Reduced Çalkarası Wine, Zucchini Paste, Wild Thyme Paste
Braised Lamb Shank
Trakya Kıvırcık, Fresh Almond, Camel Sausage, Charred Chard, Sultani Pea
Grilled Lamb
Smoked Lamb Loin, Apple Molasses, Charred Eggplant, Rock Samphire, Sumac
Sour Black Mulberry Soup
Tahini Halva Ice Cream, Rakı, Cardamom
Strawberry
Strawberry Juice & Sour, Basil Ice Cream
Burned Hazelnut Halva
Rice Pudding, Sarı Çeltik Rice, Kaffir Lime, Strawberry Sorbet
Antep Pistachio
Soapwort Foam, Ankara Pear, Basil, Terebinth
Caramilized Apple
Saffron & Yoghurt Ice Cream, Apple Molasses
Bitter Chocolate
Warm Chocolate, Blackberry Sorbet, Milk Jam, Poppy Seed Paste, Lime, Anis
3 Course à la Carte Menu
Representative menu printed daily depending on products received. V.A.T included; service not included.
8500 TL
Cheese & Honey (For Two)
Anatolian Raw Milk Cheeses, Flower Honey, Walnut, Hardaliye
2500 TL

Mikla Tasting

7 course tasting menu · Menu last verified: 8 October 2026

Bread & Butter
Zeytinyağlı
Baby Artichoke, Sorrel, Artichoke Vinegar
Dried Beef Tenderloin
Red Wine & Rakı Marinated Tenderloin, Fresh Almond, Purslane, Şevketi Bostan, Sumac
Charred Calamari
Broad Beans, Shallot, Tarator
Pan Fried Fish
Crayfish, Morel Mushroom, Asparagus, Coriander, Apple Vinegar
Braised Lamb
Trakya Kıvırcık, Fresh Almond, Camel Sausage, Charred Chard, Sultani Pea
Burned Hazelnut Halva
Rice Pudding, Sarı Çeltik Rice, Kaffir Lime, Strawberry Sorbet
Mikla Tasting
For complete tables only. V.A.T included; service not included.
10500 TL
6 Glasses of Matching Wine (Option 1)
5500 TL
6 Glasses of Matching Wine (Option 2)
8000 TL

Vegan Tasting

Vegan tasting menu · Menu last verified: 8 October 2026

Olive Oil & Bread
Pea
Araka & Sultani Pea, Nettle, Wild Mushroom
Broad Beans
Broad Bean & Broad Bean Paste
Whole Wheat Mantı
Sorrel, Tomato, Roasted Garlic, Sumac
Patato Terrine
Grilled Asparagus, Asphodel, Pumpkin Seeds
Fried Artichoke
Artichoke Salad & Cream, Broccoli, Dill
Strawberry
Strawberry Juice & Sour, Apple Sorbet
Vegan Tasting
For complete tables only. V.A.T included; service not included.
9600 TL
6 Glasses of Matching Wine (Option 1)
5500 TL
6 Glasses of Matching Wine (Option 2)
8000 TL

Wine List

Wine · Menu last verified: 8 October 2026

YAŞASIN, Kalecik Karası “Méthode Traditionnelle”
Champagne & Sparkling Wine by the Glass. Vinkara, Kalecik, Türkiye 2022
1250 TL
MOËT & CHANDON, Impérial
Champagne & Sparkling Wine by the Glass. Moët & Chandon, Fransa NV
2200 TL
SAFİR, Misket
Dessert & Port Wine by the Glass. Doluca, Ege, Türkiye 2023
700 TL
TATLI SERT, Narince
Dessert & Port Wine by the Glass. Kavaklıdere, Ankara, Türkiye 2012
900 TL
Three glasses of wines matching your selected courses
Only available with the prix fixe à la carte menu.
3200 TL
KAV, Narince
White Wines by the Glass. Doluca, Tokat, Anadolu, Türkiye 2022
750 TL
KARMA, Chardonnay, Narince
White Wines by the Glass. Doluca, Denizli, Tokat, Türkiye 2022
850 TL
SARAFİN, Sauvignon Blanc
White Wines by the Glass. Doluca, Saroz, Trakya, Türkiye 2024
1050 TL
DELTA V, Sultaniye
White Wines by the Glass. Heraki, Çal, Denizli 2024
800 TL
UMURBEY, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
White Wines by the Glass. Umurbey, Tekirdağ, Türkiye 2024
950 TL
SARAFİN, Chardonnay
White Wines by the Glass. Doluca, Saroz, Trakya, Türkiye 2023
1100 TL
KHİLON, Fume Blanc
White Wines by the Glass. 7 Bilgeler, İzmir 2023
860 TL
VINOLUS, Narince, Organik
White Wines by the Glass. Molu, Kayseri, Türkiye 2023