Lacto
Organic
Mediterranean
Salad bar
Beer/Wine
European
Middle Eastern
Breakfast
Turkish
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Set in a revamped old roman boat house serving local vegan and vegetarian dishes. Includes six kinds of appetizers such as hummus and babaganoush. Open Mon 9:00am-1:00am, Tue 9:00am-12:30am, Wed 12:00pm-12:30am, Thu-Sun 9:00am-2:00am.
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- Outdoor seating
- Reservations required
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 28 May 2025 by Orhan5Bozkurt
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Added by denizkaymak on 05 Aug 2022
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95 Reviews
First Review by denizkaymak
LazyVeg@n
Points +171
Amazing food and atmosphere, but steep prices - Edit
First of: the food was fantastic.
Read moreI had the vegan casserole with seasonal herbs and it was delicious. It came out still sizzling and I could watch it being freshly prepared from my table.
The interior is very stylish but still cozy, I felt very comfortable.
The staff is super nice and welcoming and speaks English very well. It was great that we didn't have to specify what vegan means, as everything was clearly labeled on the menu.
The prices are definetly on the higher end, but I think are justified by the quality food and atmosphere and the spot being in a very touristy area.
Edit: Saw a lot of reviews mentioning the loud music and slow service. The service was neither super fast nor slow. Considering the food was clearly freshly prepared I think the waiting time was fine.
The music was quietly playing in the background and we were able to have a conversation just fine, while also hearing what our table neighbors were talking about, so clearly loud music wasn't an issue.
Updated from previous review on 2025-02-21
Pros: Amazing food , Cozy atmosphere , Friendly staff
Cons: Pricy
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mehmetyazar
Points +18
Amazing place !!! - Edit
Arch Bistro creates a masterpiece on your palate with its vegan delicacies. It’s truly a haven for those looking to explore the potential of plant-based cuisine! Their menu is not only healthy and fulfilling but also visually stunning with its creative presentations. Each dish thoughtfully combines the pure and sustainable ingredients nature has to offer.
Read moreThe unique flavors in their vegan menu offer more than just a dining experience—they celebrate a lifestyle. Arch Bistro’s warm ambiance, friendly staff, and sustainability-focused approach make every moment here unforgettable. Whether you're vegan or not, discovering this exceptional bistro is a privilege!
Pros: Green lentil patisserie
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pbosakov
Points +8
Lovely atmosphere and many vegan options - Edit
Wonderful atmosphere, many vegan options in the menu, fresh food and good service from Hayyam!
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sean.m
Points +22
Good options albeit slow service - Edit
Vegan options were delicious. Vegan items are clearly marked on the menu. Note that service is a little slow though and they do ask for reviews after your meal.
Read morePros: Vegan options are good and plentiful, Atmosphere is great
Cons: Slow service, Asks for reviews after meal
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MaxWeidenhiller
Points +21
Gute Vegetarische und Vegane Optionen - Edit
Es gab eine Auswahl von Vegetarischen und Veganen Gerichten (nicht nur Beilagen!). Viele vegetarische Gerichte waren auch vegan möglich.
Read moreDas Essen war sehr gut, die Atmosphäre schön nur die Musik etwas laut.
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-12
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AdolfoRoloSáez
Points +109
Lugar magnífico excepto por su servicio - Edit
El lugar es digno de visitar,bien decorado,acogedor, un sitio con encanto.
Read moreLa comida sabrosa y hasta las cervezas y vinos vienen indicados como veganos o no.
Desgraciadamente, el servicio ese día fue desastroso:
- se olvidaron de nuestras bebidas
- tuvimos que recordar que faltaba uno de los platos que sólo salió cuando la otra persona ya había acabado su comida
- uno de los postres indicados como vegano no lo era
- uno de los camareros se hizo el longui cuando reclamamos la falta de comida
- hubo confusión con el pan si era vegano o no...nunca lo sabremos
Y no fuimos los únicos, una familia tardó en recibir su comida más de una hora, otra pareja tuvo problemas con su cuenta...
Espero que el servicio mejore, porque el lugar y su comida lo merecen
Pros: El lugar muy especial, La comida sabrosa
Cons: El servicio desorganizado, La no asunción de sus errores y responsabilidad
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PaulaHirst
Points +241
Lovely Atmophere, friendly staff - Edit
This is NOT fully vegan but the staff understand what vegan is and there are plenty of vegan options on the menu.
Read moreIt’s a lovely, old Byzantine boat house that has been converted and it’s in the Rough Guides guide book.
We went here as we didn’t want to venture too far from our apartment which was just around the corner.
The staff gave complimentary black tea with each course and we shared the vegan meze platter.
We finished with a pumpkin dessert that neither of us had heard of before and it was lovely.
Would recommend here if dining for a special occasion as it is a lovely setting with very friendly staff.
We were given a bookmark with evil eye bead at the end of our meal and were made to feel very welcome here.
Worth a visit if you’re nearby, very reasonably priced for the amount of food that you got.
Also, serves alcohol (many of the vegan-only restaurants in Istanbul do not serve alcohol)
Pros: Atmosphere, Food, Friendly staff
Cons: None
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MooMooIsMyCat
Points +40
Lovely Vegan Options - Edit
Really great service, the staff were very knowledgeable. I had the vegan mezze platter, which allows you to pick five from any of the mezze options during off peak times, which was super tasty. Followed by apple tea on the house.
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RDale
Points +17
Excellent - Edit
Great service and atmosphere
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elisaartner
Points +15
Very delicious - Edit
Would give 5/5 if possible!
Read moreThey have lots of variety for vegetarian and vegan dishes!
Hayyam was really nice and gave great recommendations.
Updated from previous review on 2024-09-17
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kwillia916
Points +30
Best vegan food in Sultanahmet - Edit
I came here twice because the food was so good and they had so many vegan, gluten-free options. Great service as well. They even have vegan wines!
Read morePros: Flavors
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Strike
Points +71
Nice - Edit
Very good service from Hayyam. The other new waiter not so good. Food is delicious. Only negative point: they only serve toast bread alongside mezze.
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MEVVV
Points +13
Excellente découverte - Edit
Nos voisins de chambre nous ont chaudement conseillés ce restaurant. Nous avons été bien inspirés de suivre leur conseil.
Read moreLe restaurant se trouve dans un lieu historique magnifique (une ancienne cave) et propose une cuisine traditionnelle de qualité.
Le service est haut de gamme (mention spéciale au serveur Hayyam, grand amateur de vin soucieux de nous faire découvrir les productions locales).
Nous avons passé une excellente soirée...vivement un retour.
Pros: Qualité, Lieu, Service
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LeilaRussell
Points +34
Amazing place! - Edit
Plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. The food was delicious, highly recommend the vegan mezze! Friendly staff, our waiter, Hayyam, was very welcoming and helpful.
Read morePros: traditional Turkish dishes, made vegan, nice atmosphere, very cosy, lovely Turkish ambience music
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ashiie29
Points +35
Beautiful food and wine - Edit
Deserves 5 star, heaps of vegetarian options and meat eater partner had options. I had the mushroom casserole and 5 piece mezes - absolutely beautiful tasting food!
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vanessawashington
Points +6
Delicious, kind service, beautiful atmosphere - Edit
The food was wonderful and the team was so kind and hospitable. My friend and I have different dietary needs (one vegan) and we were both able to eat and enjoy delicious meal
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nutribolt
Points +66
Perfection - Ambience. Food, service - Edit
First thing that strikes you when you enter Arch Bistro is its lovely ambience and from then on the wow factor keeps on coming. The menu, the choices, the trivia in the menu, the history of the building. When you manage to get past this and place an order the quick service followed by mouth watering Preparation. Like I said the place offered us the experience which is best summarised in just one word : Perfection.
Read morePros: Ambience, Friendly staff, Delicious food
Cons: Nothing
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AlexandriaYoko
Points +18
Incredible! - Edit
Hayyam and Batu were absolutely incredible - the food was delicious - the space is wonderful. 100% recommend. Great vegan food.
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MarijaSavtchouk
Points +23
Nice food and nice atmosphere! - Edit
A wide variety of vegan options, all eggplant dishes we tried were super delicious!
Read moreA very quiet and relaxing atmosphere and friendly service.
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-20
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RichardWhitehead
Points +16
Richard Whitehead - Edit
There is a wide range of superb vegan mezze dishes. Superb vegetable firepot, served with special einkorn buckwheat, and with a spectacular fire-show when the dish is served. Come here and feel thoroughly pampered as a vegan.
Read morePros: All vegan options clearly labelled, Extremely friendly service, stylish ambience
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Kimmi.gh
Points +123
Fave place to eat in Istanbul! - Edit
My favourite place I ate whilst in Istanbul. We enjoyed so much we went 3 times!
Read moreHuge selection of clearly marked vegan food and wines. Really enjoyed the whole vibe and setting - perfect for an evening date.
I would highly recommend the veggie amphora. I also loved the braised herbs & cashew yoghurt starter.
Price wise, it isn't too much more than other places (approx 500TL per main and 100-150TL per starter) but for me it was entirely worth it for delicious food!!
Pros: Delicious food, Friendly staff, Nice wines
Cons: Maybe a little more pricey
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jorell007
Points +6
Adorable, delicious and historical - Edit
This was a beautiful if we don’t enjoy our experience! Service was attentive and provided great advice. The wine was incredibly tasty and we enjoyed how homey it felt. 10/10 recommendation.
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AlbanHart
Points +50
Excellent food and Atmosphere - Edit
Some of the best food I've had in Istanbul, I would absolutely give this place 5 stars if I could.
Read moreA small cosy restaurant with a lot of clearly marked vegan options. The food was excellent, particularly the Vegetables Amphora and the Green Lentil Patty Kash kek.
The staff were super helpful and friendly (especially the owner) and the chef, Sanal, is phenomenal.
Not sure why other reviews talk about the music being too loud, we thought the atmosphere was great and definitely not too loud to have a conversation.
The local cats are also a fantastic addition.
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-13
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FilippoEnea
Points +29
Clearly labeled vegan dishes and great flavors - Edit
A surprise. Encouraged by the reviews we found, we tried this restaurant. What can we say, exquisite staff and food.
Read moreHighly recommended.
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JustinBlobby
Points +94
Poor service - Edit
Better service and turn the volume of the music down. It took almost 20 minutes for our food.
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RoisinMayDonovan
Points +65
Would rate 5 stars if a option - Edit
Would have 5* rated if it was a option for non veggie places. Such a beautiful place with wonderful food, all clearly labelled what was vegan and vegetarian with many options. Bacchus even gave is the story of the wine even though we only had one glass.
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TravisMcDonald
Points +18
Little Underground Wonderland! - Edit
Love this place! Such a cool atmosphere, underground brick walled old Roman boat house. Super nice, friendly staff. Amazingly delicious food. Tons of vegan & vegetarian options. Couldn't recommend it more!
Read morePros: Great ambiance, Friendly staff, Delicious vegan food
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