We have just returned from the most amazing week travelling along the Mediterranean coast of the stunning country that is Turkey. We had a wonderful time and a week was definitely not enough. So much to see, so many beautiful beaches. Towards the end of our trip we decided to dedicate half a day to visiting the ghost town of... More

We have returned to this area and to Istanbul restaurant many time travelling from our base in Fethiye or Chalis. It never fails to charm us, Engin the owner speaks excellent English and is very helpful. The food is a combination of Turkish and British . It is very good. We will return again and again. The charm of the... More

This is our second trip to Turkey, the 1st time was to a big hotel. This time to the Istanbul restaurant guest house for 2 weeks of peace and quiet. I cannot put into words how wonderful this place is. The food is fantastic so are the staff especially the (Cheeky Monkey). Engin's mother looked after us with Turkish breakfast... More

I visited this restaurant with my friend on the Discovery Bus tour for a drink. I was quite taken with it, as it seemed to offer better food than the restaurant which the tour had picked. I asked for a card as I had decided that I would like to eat there on the last night of my holiday. The... More

Coming to the end of our stay in Turkey we visited Kaya Koy to see the ghost village. We were recommended this place to eat and were very pleasantly surprised when we were greeted by a lovely young man at this family run restaurant. The surroundings are lovely. Beautiful gardens, pool to the rear and inside eating if you fancy... More

Had a great night celebrating not only the opening night but Egins Birthday. Fantastic food, live entertainment.. Thanks Engin and I look forward to many other great nights at Istanbul Restaurant. :)

We lived in Kaya for almost 6 years and visited the Istanbul Restaurant amongst others on a regular basis. It was always to the Istanbul that we returned because of Engin's cheery no-hassle attitude, his great staff and of course the fantastic locally sourced foods. We've been away for 3 years and headed straight for the Istanbul Restaurant. Not only... More

Excellent food, cold wine, lovely presentation, beautiful garden, restaurant and pool. Every year this place improves and becomes more sophisticated yet still manages to keep the 'real Turkey' feel.

Had apple tea and a history of the village talk with the charming Engin. His knowledge and enthusiasm is catching and gives you some energy to tackle the climb and desent of the ruins. We visited on a hot and humid day so to return to the comfort and breezed restaurantwas a pleasure . You can even take a dip... More