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Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

Turkish Clay Pot, Vegan Menu

Worth ordering: Clay pot dishnamed in 6 reviews

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the vegan clay pot kebab and vegetable casserole.
  • Good to know: Ask staff to clarify vegan dishes carefully, as some items like hummus may contain milk.
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  • Enjoy complimentary Turkish tea and vegan desserts like kenefe made to order.
  • Specify vegan, no egg and no dairy when ordering to ensure correct preparation.
  • Outdoor seating available, suitable for relaxed meals.

People mention

Bread, salad and vine leaves.

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Also clay pot kabob, clay pot kebab, dessert, fig with walnut, fries and grilled aubergine.

Good for

The vibe: work & study The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and attentive service.

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Also praised for fast service.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Offers authentic Turkish dishes with a focus on traditional clay pot meals that can be made vegan, including a special vegetable kebab. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable about vegan needs, often providing complimentary tea and desserts like the kenefe made to order. Pricing aligns with mid-range dining, enhanced by thoughtful extras such as house-made sweets and attentive service.

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Alemdar, Cağaloğlu Hamam Sk No:17/J, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–23:00
Tuesday
12:00–23:00
Wednesday
12:00–23:00
Thursday
12:00–23:00
Friday
12:00–23:00
Saturday
12:00–23:00
Sunday
12:00–23:00

the food

4.7 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Outstanding food
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How we rank

eating vegan

Good vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
mushrooms, beans, nuts

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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