In this post we will be breaking down drinking at the best bars in Istanbul. Whether you are looking for a tall glass of beer, a shot of vodka, to buy cheaper liquor during drink specials, or just to sing some karaoke hopefully we can assist.
Our first section will cover the best wine and cocktail bars in Istanbul. Up next we will get into breweries and sports bars where you can watch the big game or maybe play some pool and throw some darts.
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Then we will mention some of the best drink specials near you so you can hit up the right bars at the right times to do your drinking cheaper. After that we will discuss bars with trivia, quiz, and/or game nights in your area.
Lastly we will talk about bars for dancing, karaoke, and to listen to live music. Towards the end there will even be a local bar map that pins all of the spots from our various lists on it.
And if you want to compare the scene here to others around the region you can do so at that link.
Cocktail & Wine Bars
Some of the top cocktail and wine bars in Istanbul are:
- Flekk at Tomtom, Yeni Çarşı Cd. 54/A
- Finn Karaköy at Süleymaniye, Necatibey Cd. No:8
- Efendi at Teşvikiye, Hacı Emin Efendi Sk. No:28
- Alexandra Cocktail Bar at Arnavutköy, Bebek Arnavutköy Cd No:50
- Moretenders’ Cocktail Crib & Sushi at Asmalı Mescit, Müeyyet Sk. No:5
- Hazzo Pulo Restaurant ve Şarap Evi at Evliya Çelebi, Galatasaray, Meşrutiyet Cd. No:31/B
- Viktor Levi Şarap Evi at Caferağa Mh Moda Cd. &, Damacı Sk. No:4
- Sensus Wine Boutique Galata at Bereketzade, Kuledibi, Büyük Hendek Cd. No:5
Flekk has a wide range of cocktails and features live DJ performances. Hazzo Pulo provides 30 wine varieties including öküzgözü and boazkere as well as other beverages.
Viktor Levi Şarap Evi has a leafy terrace and serves classic main courses as well as fine wines near you. Light meals like bread and cheese plates are served at Sensus Wine Boutique Galata.
Istanbul Breweries & Sports Bars
Sample new suds and watch the big game with your friends at the best local breweries and sports bars:
- The Populist at Merkez, Tarihi Bomonti Bira Fabrikası, Birahane Sk. No: 1/D
- Craft Beer Lab at Sinanpaşa, Şair Nedim Cd. No:4
- Bosphorus Brewing Company at Esentepe, Yıldız Posta Cd. No:1 D:1A
- Beer’s Cafe & Restaurant at Bostancı, Yazmacı Tahir Sk. No:56
- BeerHall at Vişnezade, Süleyman Seba Cd. No:46
- Taps Bebek at Bebek Cevdet Paşa Caddesi, Cevdetpaşa Caddesi No 119
- Winner Sports Pub at Ataköy 9-10. Kisim Mahallesi Karanfil Sokak Atrium Avm No:193c
- U2 Istanbul Irish Pub at Şehit Muhtar, Taksim meydanı, Bekar Sk. D:No:21
- Corner Irish Pub at Asmalı Mescit Meşrutiyet Cd. No:11/A Galatasaray
- James Joyce Irish Pub at Hüseyinağa, Balo Sk. No:26
Craft Beer Lab has imported over 60 varieties since 2012. Taps Bebek is a laid back seaside bar serving international comfort food as well as artisan local beers and other beverages. You can watch live sports on television and even listen to folk music while indulging in tap brews at U2 Istanbul Irish Pub.
Corner Irish Pub is a great sports bar in your area that has large televisions and serves high quality beers in a welcoming atmosphere. Some of the best drink specials in Istanbul as well as live sports on TV are offered at James Joyce Irish Pub along with delicious comfort foods and beers.
Local Drink Specials
Visit these bars with drink specials near you to buy cheaper alcohol and your wallet will thank you:
- Balkon Restaurant & Bar at Asmalı Mescit, Şehbender Sk. No:5
- Geyik at Cihangir, Akarsu Ykş. Sok. No:22
- Kozmonot Pub at Teşvikiye, Poyracik Sk No:9-A
Balkon Restaurant and Bar has a patio and serves international cuisine and cocktails along with live music.
Trivia, Quiz & Game Nights
If you know of any fun bars in Istanbul with trivia, quiz, or game nights please mention them in the comments, thanks.
Dance, Karaoke & Live Music
Anyone that wants to dance, listen to live music, and sing karaoke can head to:
- Nardis Jazz Club at Bereketzade Mh, Galata Kulesi Sk. No:8
- Karga Bar at Caferağa, Kadife Sk. No:16
- Rocinante Cafe Bar at Şehit Muhtar, Öğüt Sk. No:6 kat:2
Nardis Jazz Club is a 120 capacity old school venue serving appetizers and beverages and even features worldwide jazz artists. You can also watch DJ performances and listen to local alternative music at Karga Pub. Flekk, U2 Istanbul Irish Pub, and Balkon from our other lists are more bars with live music in your area as well.
You might also want to read our posts on the top:
Have Fun Drinking At The Best Bars In Istanbul
After reading all of that you should have a much better understanding of what is available near you. There are plenty of local wine and cocktail bars, breweries to watch sports at, places with good drink specials to save money, trivia, quiz, and game nights, as well as bars to listen to live music, dance, and sing karaoke in your area.
If you think we got anything incorrect or notice us listing any venues that are no longer open please tell us in the comments so we can keep this info as up to date as possible. Now go have fun drinking at the best bars in Istanbul.
