{"meta":{"source":"restorans","schema":"https://schema.org/Restaurant","last_updated":"2026-06-17"},"data":{"id":"9cd0d5d1","slug":"kanlica-cinaralti","url":"https://www.restaurantsistanbul.com/istanbul/kanlica-cinaralti","name":"Kanlıca Çınaraltı","city":"İstanbul","city_slug":"istanbul","neighborhood":"İstanbul","cuisine":"Çay Bahçesi & Kafe","cuisine_slug":"kafe","price_range":1,"avg_rating":4.7,"review_count":2793,"address":"Kanlıca, Halide Edip Adıvar Cd. No:6, 34810 Beykoz/İstanbul, Türkiye","coordinates":{"lat":41.10006174213999,"lng":29.065574035841713},"phone":"+90 216 680 90 00","website":null,"opening_hours":"08:00–22:00","hours_estimated":true,"features":{"terrace":true,"parking":false,"wifi":false,"reservation":false,"romantic":true,"seaView":true,"liveMusic":false,"vegan":true},"tags":["Kanlıca","Boğaz","Bosphorus View","Kanlıca Yoğurdu","Çay Bahçesi","Asian Side","Waterfront","Historic","Beykoz"],"highlights":["Kanlıca yogurt with honey — Istanbul's most iconic regional food experience","4.2★ / 26,800+ reviews — centuries-old çınar terrace on the Bosphorus","Easiest by ferry from Eminönü or Üsküdar — arrive at the pier","Affordable: bowl of yogurt + tea under 100 TL"],"llm_summary":"Kanlıca Çınaraltı is one of the most beloved institutions on the Bosphorus — a traditional waterfront tea garden in the village of Kanlıca on the Asian shore (Beykoz district), sitting directly beside the Kanlıca ferry pier. The reason people come here, above all else, is the Kanlıca yogurt: a thick, tangy, creamy yogurt made locally and served with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of cinnamon. It is one of Istanbul's most famous regional food experiences. The tea garden itself operates under the shade of an ancient plane tree (çınar), with Bosphorus views from the terrace. Order a pot of tea, a bowl of yogurt, a piece of börek and watch the tankers and ferries pass. With 26,800+ reviews at 4.2 stars, it remains one of Istanbul's most visited waterfront spots. Prices are extremely reasonable. Easiest to reach by ferry from Eminönü, Beşiktaş or Üsküdar.","sentiment_summary":"Iconic Bosphorus tea garden in Kanlıca — 4.2★ / 26,800+ reviews. Famous for thick Kanlıca yogurt with honey, served under a centuries-old plane tree right on the water.","popular_dishes":["Kanlıca Yoğurdu","Türk Çayı","Börek","Ayran","Ada Çayı"],"dietary_options":[],"noise_level":"relaxed","avg_meal_cost_try":80,"contextual_ratings":null,"scenario_summary":null,"faq":[{"question":"What is Kanlıca Çınaraltı famous for?","answer":"Kanlıca Çınaraltı is famous above all for Kanlıca yogurt — a thick, tangy, locally produced yogurt served with honey and cinnamon. It is one of Istanbul's most iconic regional food experiences. The setting is equally memorable: a centuries-old plane tree (çınar) beside the Bosphorus in Kanlıca village, with views across the strait and ferry boats passing just metres away."},{"question":"How do I get to Kanlıca Çınaraltı?","answer":"The easiest and most enjoyable way is by ferry: Bosphorus excursion ferries from Eminönü stop at Kanlıca pier (about 1.5 hours). Regular passenger ferries also run from Üsküdar to Kanlıca. By car it is about 30–40 minutes from central Istanbul via the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, though parking in the village is limited. The ferry approach is strongly recommended — you arrive at the pier right in front of the tea garden."},{"question":"What should I order at Kanlıca Çınaraltı?","answer":"The signature order is Kanlıca yoğurdu (Kanlıca yogurt) with honey and cinnamon — this is non-negotiable. Pair it with a glass of Turkish çay (tea) or ayran. The börek (cheese or spinach pastry) is also good. The menu is simple and affordable: this is a tea garden, not a restaurant, so keep expectations focused on snacks and yogurt rather than full meals."},{"question":"Is Kanlıca Çınaraltı worth visiting just for yogurt?","answer":"Absolutely. The combination of the Kanlıca yogurt, the Bosphorus terrace under the ancient plane tree, and the ferry journey to reach it makes this one of Istanbul's most complete experiences. It is also genuinely affordable: a bowl of yogurt with tea costs under 100 TL. Many Istanbul visitors rank it among their best food memories, and locals make special trips just for the yogurt."},{"question":"What are the opening hours and best time to visit?","answer":"Kanlıca Çınaraltı is open daily from approximately 08:00 to 22:00 (hours estimated — they vary by season). The best time to visit is late morning or early afternoon on a weekday when it is quieter. On summer weekends and public holidays it can get very busy as Istanbul families arrive by ferry. Autumn (September–October) is particularly beautiful: the leaves change colour and the Bosphorus is still warm."}],"nearby":null,"reservation_links":null,"confidence_score":0.82,"verified_data":true,"last_updated":"2026-06-17"}}