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Balkan Restaurant

Turkish, Vegan Soups, Affordable

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Ask if dishes are ‘etsiz’ (no meat) to identify vegan options.
  • Good to know: Expect some risk of animal product contamination due to shared utensils.
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  • Try the lentil soup and chickpea stew for reliably vegan-friendly meals.
  • Use simple phrases like ‘no meat, no dairy, no eggs, no honey’ when ordering vegan food.
  • Gluten-free options are available alongside vegan choices.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention bulgur, stew and lentil soup.

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Also bulgur and tomatoes, chickpea and vegetable dishes, chickpea stew, eggplant, pasta, pasta dishes and rice pudding.

Good for

The vibe: work & study

Praised for affordable, friendly service and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

This straightforward Turkish restaurant serves many traditional vegetable-based dishes such as ezögelin soup, chickpea stew, and kuru fasulye, which can be made vegan upon request. The atmosphere is casual and canteen-style, with self-service elements and communal seating common. Prices are notably affordable, with reviewers frequently noting value for money despite the simple setup and occasional communication challenges.

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Hobyar, Ankara Cd. 35/A, 34112 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Opening hours

Monday
06:00–21:30
Tuesday
06:00–21:30
Wednesday
06:00–21:30
Thursday
06:00–21:30
Friday
06:00–21:30
Saturday
06:00–21:30
Sunday
06:00–21:30

the food

4.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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3.4 9 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Unclear in places
staff
Basic understanding
protein
lentils, chickpeas, beans

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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