Gay friendly cafe and restaurants in Istanbul

Demgah Meyhane & Restaurant
 Poyraz Sk. No:5/A, Harbiye, Şişli
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Demgah is a small, LGBTQ-friendly meyhane—a traditional Turkish restaurant—located within walking distance of Taksim Square, very close to Osmanbey metro station and the popular gay nightclub called Love. It is especially famous for its delicious mezes, Turkish-style appetizers served alongside alcoholic drinks, most notably “raki.” With a transgender partner involved, this venue offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it an excellent spot for LGBTQ tourists looking to experience traditional Turkish cuisine in a friendly setting. The menu link with prices are available on their Istagram page

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Gay friendly cafe and restaurants in Istanbul

Le Cuistot Bistro by Chef Carlos
 General Yazgan Sk. No:13, Asmalimescit, Beyoglu.
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Submitted to our guide by the owner Carlos, described with his own words as: "Le Cuistot Bistro is an authentic Franco-Belgian restaurant located in the heart of Pera, Beyoğlu. For more than 12 years, it has been a welcoming spot for both locals and international guests, especially well-known and appreciated within the LGBT+ community. Our atmosphere is warm, inclusive, and very friendly, making everyone feel comfortable and respected. We serve traditional Belgian and French cuisine such as mussels with fries, pepper steak flambéed with cognac, blanquette de veal, and homemade desserts. Combining authenticity, gastronomy, and conviviality, Le Cuistot Bistro has become a favorite meeting place where diversity and good taste come together." (27/09/2025)

Gay friendly cafe and restaurants in Istanbul: The guide of gay friendly and other cafe restaurants in Istanbul, popular dining zones, fine dining, vegan, vegetarian and budget restaurants.

Gay Friendly Aquarius Sauna Istanbul

"I visit Aquarius Sauna every time I'm in Istanbul, and honestly, I always have a great time! Sure, the place might be a bit run-down, but it has its own charm.
The standout, and main reason I keep coming back is definitely the guys who work there. They’re all straight, hot, and genuinely charming. If you opt for any of their services, you're in good hands – they really know what they're doing! ;)

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Istanbul Gay Hotels. Gay and Lesbian Friendly Accommodation

THE FOX HOTEL - Recommended Hotel 
Tripadvisor  4.7   #376 of 2,366 hotels in Istanbul

Location: Elmadağ, Şişli.
Rates starting from 49 / 79 Euro (winter / summer)
The Fox Taksim is a very gay friendly hotel located only 15 minutes walking distance from Taksim Square and Istiklal Street. The property has a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms include a balcony. Certain rooms contain a kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop. The rooms at The Fox Taksim come with a TV with satellite channels.


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VENUE REVIEWS: Mor Kedi Cafe - Gay Cafe Bars in Istanbul

Mor Kedi Cafe & Bar (20:00 - 01:00)
 Istiklal Cad. Ipek Sokak 16, Kat 3, Daire 5 - Beyoglu, Istanbul
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Javier Ponce
"Tourist trap that claims to be a safe space. They charged us more than 8€ for a beer. Moreover, it is a very unpleasant and dirty place full of people smoking. Avoid." (Google / January 2025)

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Love Dance Point - Gay Bars and Clubs in Istanbul

Love Dance Point  (23:00 - 05:00)
 Cumhuriyet Caddesi, No: 349 Harbiye, Sisli, Istanbul
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"Overpriced with nothing to offer!!! Me and my friend paid 1000Tl ($29) to enter with no drink, just a beer. The drinks were 600TL and mediocre. The club had nothing to offer to justify the prices, just guys walking around frantically like they were searching for something. Totally not my vibe." 

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Anason - Gay Bear Club in Istanbul

 Anason Bear Bar (21:00-04:00)
 Istiklal Cad. Imam Adnan Sk. No:10, Kat 3 Beyoglu
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"I went to Anason Bar with my gay tour guide. It was empty when we went there on a midweek day at around 10 p.m. The bartender said that it gets very busy during weekends, after 9 p.m - especially on Saturday nights.  " (Pink Guides / May 2025)

Anason - Gay Bear Club in Istanbul: Anason Bar, which opened in early 2025 near Taksim Square, aims to serve as a meeting point for both the Turkish and international gay bear community.