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- Köfte & Kebap
- Reservation
- Not required
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Köfteci Arif Usta is a köfte restaurant in Pendik on Istanbul's Asian side, operated by or named after a master (usta) called Arif who has made his köfte craft his livelihood. These usta-named köfte restaurants are an Istanbul institution — places where decades of hands-on practice produce köfte of exceptional texture and flavour.
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Master-named köfte restaurant in Pendik. Decades of craft produce köfte of exceptional texture and flavour — a Pendik neighbourhood institution.
Master-crafted köfte in Pendik — Arif Usta's decades of experience produce the consistently exceptional texture that only a true köfte master achieves.
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What does Köfteci Arif Usta serve?
Kofte Place dishes.
Where is Köfteci Arif Usta located?
In Pendik, Pendik, Istanbul.
Do they take reservations?
Contact the restaurant directly.
Where is Köfteci Arif Usta located in Istanbul?
Köfteci Arif Usta is in the Pendik neighbourhood of Istanbul, at Batı Mah. 23 Nisan Cad., Pendik.
What type of food does Köfteci Arif Usta serve?
Köfteci Arif Usta serves Köfte & Kebap cuisine. Known for: Izgara Köfte, Ekmek Arası Köfte, Patates Kızartması.
How much does it cost to eat at Köfteci Arif Usta?
Köfteci Arif Usta is mid-range (₺200–500/person)
Does Köfteci Arif Usta take reservations?
Walk-ins are welcome at Köfteci Arif Usta. For busy evenings, calling ahead is recommended.
What are the most popular dishes at Köfteci Arif Usta?
The most popular dishes at Köfteci Arif Usta are Izgara Köfte, Ekmek Arası Köfte, Patates Kızartması, Mercimek Çorbası.
What Visitors Say
3 reviewsWill K.
Google · Sept 2025
Exceptional köfte in Pendik. Arif Usta's decades of experience show in every bite — the texture is perfect, slightly crisp outside, juicy inside. The piyaz side was excellent too.
Naomi L.
Google · Aug 2025
Outstanding köfte restaurant in Pendik. The charcoal-grilled köfte was exceptionally well-crafted. Served with fresh piyaz. Highly recommend to köfte lovers.
Ben T.
Google · Jul 2025
Great köfte by a true master in Pendik. The texture and spicing were exceptional — clearly the result of long practice. Very affordable. A neighbourhood treasure.
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