• While Narimor and Casa Lavanda received their first stars, 9 new restaurants were awarded the Bib Gourmand.
• 6 new restaurants were awarded the MICHELIN Green Star for their environmentally friendly approach.
• Three different Special Awards were given to talented industry professionals.

Michelin is delighted to announce the 2025 restaurant selection of the MICHELIN Guide Istanbul, Izmir and Muğla.

The 2025 selection, introduced at the ceremony held at the Four Seasons Hotel Bosphorus in Istanbul, was enriched with 32 new addresses, while the number of recommended venues in Turkey reached a total of 77, 24 in Istanbul, 31 in Izmir and 132 in Muğla.

Among these restaurants newly discovered by the MICHELIN Guide Inspectors, 2 were awarded MICHELIN Stars, 8 were awarded Bib Gourmand and 6 were awarded MICHELIN Green Stars. Another restaurant, which was on the recommended list last year, was awarded the Bib Gourmand degree this year.

Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide “This year, too, our inspectors were amazed by the richness and uniqueness of the Turkish culinary scene. Between local craftsmen, remarkable initiatives outlining an increasingly responsible gastronomy and creativity dedicated to reinterpreting local culinary traditions, Istanbul, Izmir and Mugla prove to be a true gastronomic mosaic. Our inspectors, who have also started exploring new regions in Mugla and Istanbul, are gradually discovering hidden treasures and unique addresses that will delight both local gourmets and international travelers. The 2025 selection is a true tribute to the culinary dynamism and diversity, where each region shines with its own personality and identity,” he said.

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Casa Lavanda and Narimor Receive Their First MICHELIN Stars

Located 40 kilometers from Istanbul city center, Casa Lavanda is a true haven of peace, spread over approximately 21.000 m² of gardens and vegetable gardens, serving both as a hotel and a restaurant. Chef Emre Şen, who heads the kitchen of this family-run business, skillfully combines the classic flavors of the Turkish repertoire with more Mediterranean touches, especially Italian. Whether it’s the al dente agnolotti stuffed with burrata and mascarpone or the succulent Black Sea sea bass served with vegetables picked from the garden, the chef’s plates tell a story of authenticity and sincerity. Committed to promoting local produce, highlighting seasonal products (80% of the fruit and vegetables come from the property’s vegetable gardens and its own seed bank), and maintaining strong ties with the surrounding communities, the restaurant has a stand at the Terre de Şile market, organized by the Slow Food movement, to sell the unused produce from the vegetable garden. Casa Lavanda was also awarded the MICHELIN Green Star.

In the kitchen of Narımor restaurant in Izmir, chef Atilla Heilbronn interprets local culinary traditions in a refined way, perfectly combining German roots with Turkish culinary richness. With only five tables that can accommodate a limited number of guests, Narımor offers an intimate and elegant experience where every detail is important. The menu combines expertly used culinary techniques with local products. The most notable of these are Apricot, Sea Bream, Sea Beans and Kefir. The apricot aroma enhances the exceptional cooking quality of the fish, while the powdered sea beans balance this flavor. According to the MICHELIN Guide Inspectors, it offers an experience that must be experienced.

In addition to these two newly-starred restaurants, the inspectors were impressed by the consistency of the restaurants that received a Star or were recommended in the 2024 MICHELIN Guide. All of the restaurants that received a One Star rating in the previous selection retained their distinction in the 2025 selection thanks to their continued exceptional culinary experience, bringing the total number of One Star restaurants in the three cities to 13: in Istanbul Araka, Arkestra, Casa Lavanda, Mikla, Neolokal, Nicole ve Sankai by Nagaya; in Bodrum Kitchen by Osman Sezener ve Macakizi; in Izmir Narimor, OD Urla, Teruar Urla ve Local Wine.

Also at the top of the local culinary scene in Istanbul TURKISH FATIH TUTAK, continues to be recommended with two MICHELIN Stars for its “exceptional cuisine that is worth a detour.”

Six new Green Stars celebrate the outstanding commitment of restaurants that exemplify ecological practices

The Green Star, awarded to the restaurants most committed to environmentally friendly gastronomy in the MICHELIN Guide selection, rewards the initiatives and efforts of 6 new restaurants in the new selection.

These restaurants, which prioritize the promotion of regions, respect for natural resources, combating waste production, and collaborating with local farmers, each set an example with a more responsible approach in its own way. In Istanbul Casa LavandaNext to the barn ve telezzuz was awarded the Green Star for its commitment to the environment. In Muğla, Hamlet Yalikavak (Basement) and Agora Pension (Milas) and Izmir Vine Leaf has also proven its commitment to the environment.

These restaurants are in the 2025 selection of MICHELIN Guide Istanbul, Izmir, Muğla The number of Green Star restaurants increased to 10. These awards recognise the extraordinary efforts of an impressive number of exemplary restaurateurs to raise the ecological standards of a dining environment that is proud of its roots and deeply committed to local ingredients.

Nine New Restaurants Awarded Bib Gourmand

A rating particularly appreciated by gourmets and travelers, Bib Gourmand presents a selection of restaurants that offer absolutely exceptional culinary experiences in a good price range. MICHELIN Guide Inspectors have announced 9 new addresses that have been awarded the Bib Gourmand award: 4 in Istanbul, 2 in Izmir and 3 in Muğla.

Located in Bodrum and serving delicious Italian flavors Arka Ristorante Pizzeria Other than that, the restaurants mostly focus on Turkish flavors and recipes and interpret them with traditional methods or more contemporary versions.

Authentic cuisine lovers Ali Ocakbasiin (Istanbul) or Actually the TavernThey can experience lunch or dinner at (Urla -İzmir) and try typical İzmir local recipes served with generosity and sincerity at Esas Meyhane.

More accessible, recommended by Inspectors so far and promoted to Bib Gourmand this year Tatbak ; An Istanbul restaurant famous for its pide, kebab and lahmacun. This restaurant is very accessible. It can be a perfect starting point to taste some of the most popular specialties of Turkish cuisine.

Located on the Anatolian side of Istanbul Purgatory IstanbulIn , gourmets can enjoy the extraordinary flavors of contemporary Turkish cuisine cooked over coal fire while sitting at the counter of this rather small restaurant.

Nazende Street (Istanbul) and International The keywords for (Bodrum) are sharing and sincerity. Inspectors recommend that you go to these places to have a pleasant time with your family or friends by ordering a few plates to share. The inspectors were particularly impressed by the friendly and open atmosphere of Beynel, where outdoor tables are protected by orange and lemon trees with their enchanting scents only in season.

Lastly, the Green Star award-winning hotel in Alaçatı (İzmir) Vine LeafThe bohemian and romantic charm of 's seduced the inspectors. Located in an idyllic setting, the restaurant invites its guests to choose from a variety of dishes prepared daily using local and artisan products. Based on the vision of Chef Ayşe Nur Mıhcı, this restaurant emphasizes sharing and generosity with a cuisine that is both original and rich.

Even more rustic Agora Pension (also a Green Star owner) is an equally hidden restaurant in the hidden village of Kapıkırı, north of Bodrum. This family-run venue offers a menu based mainly on its own fruit, vegetable and olive oil production, as well as the best locally sourced meat and fish.

With the new restaurants added to the selection, as well as restaurants that retained their rankings for another year, the number of Bib Gourmand restaurants included in the 2025 selection has increased to a total of 14, 8 in Istanbul, 5 in Izmir, and 27 in Muğla.

22 Years of Selection of MICHELIN GuideHigh Quality Restaurant Added

In addition to the new additions to the guide, which have 2 MICHELIN stars and 9 BIB Gourmand restaurants, the Inspectors were tempted by the culinary delights of 22 new restaurants that they recommended this year. Each of the restaurants highlights the characteristics of the region in which they are located and reflects the research that the MICHELIN Guide Inspectors have been expanding year by year during their visits to the provinces of Istanbul, Izmir and Muğla.

In Istanbul, a cosmopolitan city where all trends come together, 6 new restaurants were selected as recommended restaurants by the guide. Quite stylish Very Much PeraWhile emphasis is placed on Thai flavours, Restaurant by Divan ve Herise IstanbulTurkish flavors are enriched with modern gastronomy subtleties.Apartment Yenikoy It feels like a Mediterranean bistro filled with the city's trendy young people. CHILDREN ve telezzuz, offers a culinary experience with an outstanding commitment to ecological responsibility, also rated with the MICHELIN Green Star. Grandma's WonderlandLocated in the lush green oasis of CHILDRENWhile Chef Buğra Özdemir proudly features the best local products processed in a visionary manner and with a completely zero-waste approach, Telezzüz reflects the imagination of Chef Bahtiyar Büyükduman, who transforms culinary art into an ethical movement with an approach of respect for seasonality.

In Izmir, 6 new restaurants impressed the MICHELIN Guide inspection teams. Alaçatı in the middleFrom the generous sharing kitchen of, Hus Winery's six-person catering, steakhouse (also butcher) Butcher Fuat CesmeThese addresses bear witness to the incredible commitment of Izmir restaurants to local and seasonal products.

In the province of Muğla, where inspectors began exploring beyond Bodrum, 10 new restaurants were added to the selection. Located in Marmaris Divia by Maksut Askar, benefiting from the culinary talent of the head chef of Neolokal restaurant, located in Fethiye Mori, stands out with the freshness of its ingredients. Among the 8 new restaurants recommended in Bodrum, food lovers, Oi FiloiGreek specialties and Oro by Alfredo RussoThey can enjoy refined Italian flavors at . The new venue of chef Zişan Altıncaba, who is also responsible for Dereköy Restaurant, which has been on the radar of inspectors since last year Cornel's excellent wood-fired pizza and delicious seasonal cocktails guarantee a wonderful dining experience.

A total of 91 restaurants in the provinces of Istanbul, Izmir and Muğla are recommended by Michelin, highlighting their quality presentation and the outlines of the developing Turkish culinary culture.

Three Special Awards for Talented Professionals

Through its special awards, the MICHELIN Guide aims to shine a light on the talented professionals working in the selected restaurants and help provide guests with unforgettable gastronomic experiences that go beyond the kitchen. In doing so, it renews its commitment to showcasing the diversity of expertise and knowledge associated with the various restaurant professions.

2025 MICHELIN Sommelier Award, From the starred OD Urla restaurant Yunus OzturkA true expert on Turkish wines, Yunus Ozturk has compiled the wine list as a tribute to the different regions of Turkey and more specifically the Urla region. The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors were very impressed by his knowledge and extensive research on the best wineries.

2025 MICHELIN Service Award, Michelin star restaurant NicoleIt celebrates the excellent collaborative work done by the 's service team. The inspectors were impressed by the way each member of this team has the freedom to play their part. From the welcome at the entrance to the soulful wine experience, the service is both discreet and attentive. A service experience described by the guide inspectors as exceptional.

Finally, aiming to salute the already very successful and promising culinary signature of a young talent 2025 MICHELIN Young Chef Award, Green Star in Bodrum Hamlet Yalikavak from the restaurant Serhat Doğramacı's. The winner of the Master Chef Turkey 2020-21 competition, Serhat Doğramacı, combines traditional Turkish flavors with particularly bold culinary techniques (almost exclusively cooking over wood fire or hot coals, pickling, etc.) and reflects his creations with utmost passion. His commitment to local flavors, respect for products and passion for the restaurant's own farm also make him an inspiration for all generations of chefs.

All restaurant recommendations in MICHELIN Guide Istanbul, Izmir, Muğla can be accessed free of charge on the MICHELIN Guide website and mobile applications. Travel enthusiasts can access MICHELIN Guide's hotel recommendations and book their planned accommodations through these platforms.

The MICHELIN Guide Istanbul, Izmir, Muğla 2025 selection is as follows:

• 1 Two MICHELIN Star restaurant
• 13 One MICHELIN Star restaurants (including 2 newly added restaurants)
• 27 Bib Gourmand restaurants (8 newly added and 1 upgraded)
• 91 recommended restaurants (22 newly added)
• 10 MICHELIN Green Star restaurants (6 new)

Source: HORECA TREND and MICHELIN Guide