When one thinks of kebabs, Istanbul is one of the first cities that comes to mind, but for years, kebabs had no place at vegan tables. That's changing now! 🎉
Many establishments, from the city's long-standing ocakbaşı restaurants to fully plant-based kitchens, have added vegan kebab options to their menus. Whether you're grilling with friends or enjoying a quiet lunch in Cihangir...
Here are the addresses for vegan kebabs in Istanbul 👇
🥇 Köşebaşı — A Pioneer with its Vegan Kebab Menu
Köşebaşı, which brings together Adana and Tarsus flavors with modern presentations and has been ranked among the world's top 50 restaurants, explicitly features vegan kebab options on its menu. Alongside classic meat dishes, plant-based alternatives are also on the grill! 🔥🌱
📍 İstinye (Sarıyer) → veganistanbul.com/en/venue/kosebasi-istinye 📍 Beylikdüzü → veganistanbul.com/en/venue/kosebasi-beylikduzu 📍 Ataşehir → veganistanbul.com/en/venue/kosebasi-atasehir 📍 Levent → veganistanbul.com/en/venue/kosebasi-levent
🥈 Ali Ocakbaşı — Vegan Options in the Ocakbaşı Tradition
Known for its rich menu, Ali Ocakbaşı also opens up the classic ocakbaşı experience to its vegan guests. Thanks to the clearly marked vegan kebab options on the menu, everyone at a crowded table can share the same enjoyment. 🍢✨
📍 Gümüşsuyu (Taksim) → veganistanbul.com/en/venue/ali-ocakbasi-gumussuyu 📍 Karaköy → veganistanbul.com/en/venue/ali-ocakbasi-karakoy-2 📍 Suadiye → veganistanbul.com/en/venue/ali-ocakbasi-suadiye
💚 Vegan Dükkan Lokanta — Cihangir's 100% Vegan Classic
At Vegan Dükkan Lokanta, which has been offering a completely plant-based kitchen in Cihangir for 18 years, even the single kebab option on the menu is a reason to visit in itself. It's a safe harbor for those seeking vegan interpretations of traditional Turkish flavors. 🌿
📍 Cihangir (Beyoğlu) → veganistanbul.com/en/venue/vegan-dukkan-lokanta
🧡 Antakya Mutfağı — Hatay Breeze in Taksim
In this cozy establishment, which has been serving authentic Antakya flavors from Can Usta since 2006, vegan kebab is also served alongside meat kebabs. Clearly marked vegan bazlama on the menu is an added bonus! 🫓😋
📍 Taksim (Beyoğlu) → veganistanbul.com/en/venue/antakya-mutfagi
⚠️ Important Note Before Your Visit
Menus and ingredients can change occasionally. Especially if you have allergies or follow a strict vegan diet, we recommend contacting the venue before your visit to confirm current vegan options, ingredients used, and possible cross-contamination (such as shared grill/barbecue use). 📞🌱
If you know of a place in Istanbul where you've tried vegan kebab, share it with us in the comments! 💬🌱
👉 For all vegan-friendly venues: veganistanbul.com