Istanbul's Korean restaurant scene has grown dramatically over the past five years, driven by a surge of Korean expats working in the city's textile and construction industries, the global spread of Korean pop culture, and a local audience increasingly curious about East Asian cuisine. The city now hosts a genuine Korean dining culture that goes well beyond the superficial — genuine doenjang jjigae, properly fermented kimchi, and Korean BBQ grills built into the tables.
The highest concentration of Korean restaurants is in Şişli and the streets around it, where a small but vibrant Koreatown has developed with grocery stores, beauty shops and restaurants catering to Istanbul's Korean community. These restaurants, designed primarily for Korean customers, offer some of the most authentic Korean food available outside Seoul.
For visitors new to Korean cuisine, the safest starting point is Korean BBQ — galbi (short ribs) or samgyeopsal (pork belly) grilled at the table, wrapped in lettuce with fermented soybean paste and kimchi. From there, the cold noodle dishes (naengmyeon), rice bowls (bibimbap) and spicy street food (tteokbokki) offer an accessible progression into the full breadth of Korean cooking.
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Korean Chinese
Fatih · Dünya Mutfağı · ₺₺
Korean Chinese is a World cuisine restaurant in Küçük Ayasofya Mahallesi, İstanbul. A mid-range venue with a welcoming atmosphere. Popular dishes include Kore Soslu Mandu (Korece yapılan mantı), Dongpo Çorbası (Kore-Çin çorbası), Kore-Çin Soslu Noodle (Nudle sosu). Rated 4.9/5 based on 6,586 reviews.
✦ Mid-range pricing
Isokyo
Beşiktaş · Sushi & Japanese · ₺₺₺₺
Isokyo is Istanbul's premier pan-Asian restaurant, located inside Raffles Istanbul Hotel at Zorlu Center, Beşiktaş. Michelin Guide Istanbul listed with a 4.8 rating. The restaurant spans Japanese (sushi, ramen), Chinese (dim sum, wok), Thai and Vietnamese cuisines in a stunning multi-level space. One of the most celebrated dining experiences in the city.
Korean Ice Cafe
Şişli · Restaurant · ₺₺
Korean Ice Cafe is a restaurant restaurant located in Cumhuriyet, Şişli, Istanbul.
Gaya
Beyoğlu · Dünya Mutfağı · ₺₺
Gaya is a World cuisine restaurant in Kocatepe Mahallesi, İstanbul. A mid-range venue offering romantic setting, scenic views, family-friendly. Popular dishes include Bulgogi (Kore usulu sığır eti kebap), Bibimbap (Sebze ve etli pirinç harmanı), Kimchi (Kore usulu turşu). Rated 4.7/5 based on 1,495 reviews.
From Seoul
Nişantaşı Mahallesi · Korean · ₺₺
From Seoul brings contemporary K-food culture to Nişantaşı, Şişli. Targeting the younger K-pop and K-drama following in Istanbul, the menu highlights Korean fried chicken, tteokbokki, corn dogs, and bibimbap. Casual, colorful interior with a strong social media presence.
Seoraebol Korean Restaurant
Istanbul · Korean · ₺₺
Seoraebol Korean Restaurant is located in Istanbul, Istanbul, offering Korean.
Seoul II Restaurant
Fatih · Dünya Mutfağı · ₺₺
Seoul II Restaurant is a World cuisine restaurant in Cankurtaran Mahallesi, İstanbul. A mid-range venue offering romantic setting, scenic views. Popular dishes include Bulgogi, Kimchi Çorbası, Bibimbap. Rated 4.3/5 based on 905 reviews.
Sopung Korea — Bakırköy
Bakırköy · Korean · ₺₺
Sopung Korea is a beloved Korean restaurant chain with multiple Istanbul branches. The Bakırköy location serves authentic Korean dishes including bibimbap, japchae, tteokbokki and Korean fried chicken at accessible prices. Popular with the local Korean community.
Sopung Korea — Kadıköy
Kadıköy · Korean · ₺₺
Sopung Korea Kadıköy is the Asian side branch of Istanbul's popular Korean restaurant chain. Serves bibimbap, japchae, sundubu jjigae and Korean BBQ sets. Neighborhood favorite in Caferağa.
Tebek Korean Restaurant
Şişli · Korean · ₺₺
Tebek is an authentic Korean restaurant in Esentepe, Şişli, drawing a loyal following from Istanbul's Korean expat community and local food lovers. The menu features Korean BBQ table grills, kimchi jjigae, bibimbap, and doenjang soup. Casual, communal atmosphere.
So-Pung (소풍) Kore Pasta ve Yemekleri
İstanbul · Korean Restaurant · ₺₺
So-Pung (소풍) Kore Pasta ve Yemekleri is a korean restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Fatih, Istanbul.
Salacak Kokoreç
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Salacak Kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Üsküdar, Istanbul.
Zeynep Kamil Kokoreç
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Zeynep Kamil Kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Üsküdar, Istanbul.
uğurlu kokoreç
Sarıyer · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
uğurlu kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in Sarıyer, Sarıyer, Istanbul.
Keyfi Kokoreç
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Keyfi Kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Ataşehir, Istanbul.
Son Çare Kokoreç
Pendik · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Son Çare Kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in Pendik, Pendik, Istanbul.
Meşhur Yayla Kokoreççisi
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Meşhur Yayla Kokoreççisi is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Bahçelievler, Istanbul.
Jançicip Korean
Kadıköy · Korean Restaurant · ₺₺
Jançicip Korean is a korean restaurant restaurant in Kadıköy, Kadıköy, Istanbul.
Mercan Kokoreç & Midye
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Mercan Kokoreç & Midye is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Kadıköy, Istanbul.
Meşhur Selahattin Usta Kokoreç Uykuluk
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Meşhur Selahattin Usta Kokoreç Uykuluk is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Beşiktaş, Istanbul.
Çengelköy Kokoreççisi
Üsküdar · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Çengelköy Kokoreççisi is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in Üsküdar, Beşiktaş, Istanbul.
İzzetpaşa Kokoreç
Şişli · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
İzzetpaşa Kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in Şişli, Şişli, Istanbul.
Elit Kokoreç
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Elit Kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Şişli, Istanbul.
Paşa Kokoreç ve İşkembe Salonu
Üsküdar · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Paşa Kokoreç ve İşkembe Salonu is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in Üsküdar, Üsküdar, Istanbul.
Salih Usta Kokoreç
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Salih Usta Kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Kartal, Istanbul.
Titiz Kokoreç
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
Titiz Kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Ümraniye, Istanbul.
By Menteş Kokoreç
İstanbul · Kokoreç Restaurant · ₺₺
By Menteş Kokoreç is a kokoreç restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Bakırköy, Istanbul.
Sopung Korea Fatih
Akdeniz Mahallesi · Korean · ₺₺
Sopung Korea Fatih is an affordable Korean restaurant in the Fatih district, catering to budget-conscious diners and students. Known for generous portions of Korean BBQ, sundubu jjigae, and tteokbokki. Part of the small Sopung Korea mini-chain.
Osawa Korean Restaurant
Avcılar · Korean · ₺₺
Osawa Korean Restaurant sits in the bohemian Cihangir neighborhood of Beyoğlu. A small, cozy spot offering Korean comfort food including gimbap, ramen, and Korean fried chicken. Attracts the international expat community and K-food curious locals.
Koreköy
Kadıköy · Korean · ₺₺
Koreköy is a well-regarded Korean restaurant in Osmanağa, Kadıköy, serving the Asian side of Istanbul. The menu covers Korean BBQ table grills, sundubu jjigae, bibimbap and japchae. Casual and affordable neighborhood spot.
Taksim Karaoke
Beyoğlu · Dünya Mutfağı · ₺₺
Taksim Karaoke is a World cuisine restaurant in Kocatepe Mahallesi, İstanbul. A mid-range venue with a welcoming atmosphere. Popular dishes include Bulgogi, Kimchi Bibimbap, Jeyuk Bokkeum. Rated 4.2/5 based on 692 reviews.
Kimchi Korean Restaurant
Kuloğlu Mahallesi · Korean · ₺₺
Kimchi Korean Restaurant is a neighborhood Korean eatery near Cihangir in Beyoğlu. The name says it all: kimchi features in nearly every dish, from kimchi pancakes to kimchi jjigae. A cozy, no-frills spot for authentic Korean comfort food in central Istanbul.
Masal Kokoreç
Erenköy · Kokoreç · ₺₺
Masal Kokoreç is a well-loved kokoreç restaurant in Erenköy, Kadıköy. Known for quality kokoreç with a loyal local following and outdoor seating area.
Seorabeol Korean Restaurant
Şişli · Korean · ₺₺₺
Seorabeol is Istanbul's longest-running and best-known Korean restaurant, located on Kore Şehitleri Caddesi in Esentepe, Şişli. Classic Korean BBQ setup with table grills. Signature dishes include samgyeopsal (pork belly) and galbi (short ribs). Reservation required. Authentic and unpretentious.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many best korean restaurants are there in Istanbul?▾
There are 34 best korean restaurants listed on Istanbul Restaurants, spread across 9 districts. The highest concentration is in Şişli with 4 venues.
What is the best best korean restaurants in Istanbul?▾
Korean Chinese is currently the top-rated option with a 4.9-star rating based on 6,586 reviews. It is located in Küçük Ayasofya Mahallesi.
Which neighbourhood has the most best korean restaurants in Istanbul?▾
Şişli has the highest concentration with 4 venues. Kadıköy and Fatih are also popular areas for best korean restaurants.
What is the average price for best korean restaurants in Istanbul?▾
Most best korean restaurants in Istanbul are mid-range (₺300–600 per person). Across all 34 listed venues the average rating is 2.2 stars from 17,924 verified reviews.