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Wama's is hands down the best restaurant I've visited during my vacation in Istanbul. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and exceptional hospitality. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for a memorable dining experience. The food was nothing short of spectacular. Every dish we ordered was prepared to perfection, with fresh ingredients and authentic Italian flavors that transported us straight to Italy. The pasta was cooked al dente, the sauces were rich and flavorful, and the desserts were simply divine. The service was equally impressive. The staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. They were attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu, providing excellent recommendations that we thoroughly enjoyed. Overall, this restaurant offers an incredible dining experience with top-notch food and outstanding service. I highly recommend this gem to anyone looking for an authentic Italian meal in Istanbul.
Adel AlawadAdel Alawad
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This restaurant is located on Istiklal Street. Therefor the prices are more on a Central European level compared to other restaurants in Istanbul. For example I would say the standard price for a çay is 5TL but here it was 25TL. This should give you an indication for the rest of the menu. Again, expensive for Turkish standards but not for Western tourists. My main dish, the Yoghurt Kebab was rather blend and you could definitely get it cheaper and better in another location. However my dessert was to die for! This was a baklava filled with hot chocolate on the inside and a tiny bit of vanilla ice cream to go along with it. I would come back every day just for this single dish! The staff was also very friendly. All in all I would recommend this place.
Rainer FRainer F
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I normally do not like to write bad reviews, but could not remain silent about an issue that has unfortunately plagued a lot of food businesses here in Istanbul on Istiklal Cd. I paid 495 lira ($22AUD / $15US / €14Euro) for a dish that ended up being mostly just lettuce. Lettuce is not even mentioned as an ingredient in the menu item! They deceptively filled the bowl with mostly just lettuce under a miserly portion of meat and other menu items. I did not even eat the lettuce. Left still feeling hungry. I mentioned this to a staff member after he asked for a tip (not customary in Turkey as the dish has a +10% surcharge on top of the 495 lira), but he showed no reaction... I used to come here a lot (and tell relatives and visitors to eat here) as this was one of my favourite places to eat downtown... Sadly, I cannot justify this price gouging which has become the norm in istiklal and now here...
Ali ChAli Ch
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Excellent restaurant. Note that you will also pay a 10% service charge, it is actually metionned in the menu. Update: Unfortunately, my recent visit on October 7th 2024 at around 9:40 was a stark contrast to my previous experience. While the manager was welcoming and accommodating, another staff member exhibited extremely rude and unprofessional behavior. Upon arriving, we were informed that there would be a short wait for an indoor table. However, when another staff member approached us, he seemed unaware of this information. Despite explaining the situation, he insisted that there were only outdoor tables available. When we expressed our preference for an indoor table and willingness to wait, he categorically refused, displaying a complete lack of customer service.
Mounir CHICAOMounir CHICAO
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We visited Wama's at Istiklal Street for lunch on 12th April 2024, and ordered the Tereyağılı Karides / Buttered Shrimps 220g (695TL), Izgara Levrek / Grilled Seabass 240g (575TL), Somonlu Fetucine / Fettucine Al Salmone (378TL). For the drinks, we had Strawberry Milkshake & Nar / Pomegranate Juice. The food is top-notch, truly so delicious! It is definitely worth a try if you happen to be in Istanbul. It is a little bit pricey, but considering its location and cuisine, it is understandable. I highly recommend the food we ordered, however, I would not recommend the Strawberry Milkshake because it tasted too much like milk, and not enough strawberry :/ Overall, would definitely come over again on my next Istanbul trip!
Sara JSara J
10
Order: Deluxe Burger This restaurant has a lot going for it. Good quality ingredients, prime location, a busy scene. The meat, however, was quite bland. Overall, the deluxe burger was interesting. I especially liked the thin, slaw-like potato strands that topped the patty, giving it a unique flavor and texture. In all categories save for the patty itself, the burger was solid. However, the patty itself was bland and somewhat poorly cooked. While the restaurant was busy, which made the environment feel energetic, it unfortunately also meant the wait times were quite long. Frankly, I don't think the wait times were worth the reward, but perhaps other dishes may provide better compensation.
Harman SinghHarman Singh
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