Lokanta by Divan

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

Where Anatolian Tradition Meets a Modern Kitchen

At Lokanta by Divan, the premise is clear: take the deep, layered flavors of Anatolian cooking and refine them through a rigorous, waste-free kitchen philosophy. Located on Asker Ocağı Caddesi in Istanbul's Şişli district, the restaurant sits within the Divan group's flagship address — yet it operates with a distinct identity and culinary focus that has earned it a place in the 2025 Michelin Guide, a Gault & Millau 2-Hat recognition, and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

A Kitchen Built on Principle

The zero-waste approach here is not a marketing angle — it is the organizing logic of the menu. Seasonal, carefully sourced ingredients are treated with the kind of respect that leaves little room for excess. The result is Turkish cuisine expressed with precision: Anatolian recipes reinterpreted through a contemporary lens, without losing the warmth and depth that define the tradition. Lunch and dinner service both reflect this commitment, with the kitchen open midday and through the evening, closed on Sundays.

Recognition That Reflects the Work

Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence signals that the beverage program keeps pace with the food — a meaningful distinction for a restaurant where the full experience matters. The Michelin listing and Gault & Millau hats reinforce what guests already find at the table: a serious, consistent approach to Turkish cuisine that goes beyond the familiar.

The Setting

The address — steps from Taksim Square in the heart of Istanbul — places Lokanta by Divan at a crossroads between the city's historic and contemporary identities, which mirrors what happens on the plate. The atmosphere suits both a considered lunch and an unhurried dinner, with bar service and Wi-Fi available throughout.