Istanbul Asian Side Private Food Tour
Eat your way through Kadıköy, Istanbul's food capital on the Asian side. Meet in Karaköy, take the ferry across the Bosphorus together, and try 10+ tastings as you go.
What you'll experience
This food tour starts in Karaköy on the European side, where you meet your guide and the group before catching a ferry straight across to the Asian side. Once in Kadıköy, you work your way through its busy markets and backstreets, stopping for 10+ tastings along the way, from fresh produce and cheese to street food, sweets, and Turkish coffee. Your local guide knows the vendors and tells you what each place is known for, so you taste the things worth tasting and skip the rest. The tour runs on a pay-as-you-go model, so you only pay for what you eat and drink, with no big set fee up front. No tourist traps and no rushing, just the neighbourhood at your own pace.
- Professional Local Guide
- Digital Istanbul Guidebook
- Food, drinks, and transportation are not included
- Ferry fee is $1, payable by card.
Ferry to the Asian Side
We'll take a ferry ride across the Bosphorus and cross over to the Asian side.
Into Kadıköy
We'll head into Kadıköy, the young, busy neighbourhood on the Asian side, for the main food tastings.
Taste the Asian Side
We'll introduce you to 10+ foods and drinks, visit fresh local markets, and finish with sweets.
The End
We'll end near Kadıköy's ferry port, with easy access to ferries, the subway, or Uber.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the tour start, and why isn't it in Kadıköy?
The tour starts in Karaköy on the European side, where you meet your guide and group. From there you take the ferry across the Bosphorus to Kadıköy together, so the journey across is part of the experience.
How much does this food tour cost?
The tour is from $100 per person, and the price scales with your group size. Food, drinks, and transportation are not included.
How does the pay-as-you-go food model work?
You only pay for what you eat and drink as you go, with no large set food fee up front. Your guide knows what each vendor is known for, so you spend on the tastings worth trying and skip the rest.
What kind of food will I try in Kadıköy?
You'll have 10+ tastings as you work through Kadıköy's markets and backstreets, ranging from fresh produce and cheese to street food, sweets, and Turkish coffee. Your local guide points you toward what each place does best.
Do I need to pay for the ferry, and how?
Yes, the ferry fee is $1 and is payable by card. This is separate from the tour price since transportation is not included.
Can I cancel if my plans change?
Yes, you have free cancellation up to 3 days before the tour. This is a private tour lasting 4 hours, so it stays flexible to your group.