Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast
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Is Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast worth booking?
Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast is a 2.5-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $40 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $40 per person
- 100% Vegetarian, Zero Compromises: No need to cross your fingers and hope the guide finds a meat-free option. This tour is completely curated from start to finish to highlight the incredible, naturally plant-based soul
What you get
About this experience
- 100% Vegetarian, Zero Compromises: No need to cross your fingers and hope the guide finds a meat-free option. This tour is completely curated from start to finish to highlight the incredible, naturally plant-based soul of Turkish street food. - The Vibe of Local Kadıköy: While most tours stick to the crowded paths of the Old City, we take you to Kadıköy—Istanbul’s absolute trendiest foodie neighborhood where locals actually go to hang out and eat. - A True Bakery & Mezze Feast: From crispy, sesame-crusted street breads to rich, olive-oil-infused comfort dishes, you will experience the massive variety of authentic Turkish baking and mezze culture. - The 2.5-Hour Flavor Sprint: We know your vacation time is valuable. We’ve trimmed all the fluff and long waiting times to pack a massive culinary adventure into a crisp, high-energy 2.5 hours so you can maximize your day.
What's included
Included
- 7+ vegetarian Turkish food and drink tastings, enough for a full meal
- Cultural insights, stories, and local recommendations
- Vegetarian food tastings at carefully selected local businesses
- Small-group experience
- Local English and Spanish-speaking guide
- Guided walking tour of Kadıköy
Not included
- Additional food or drinks not included in the tasting stops
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Tear into the double-crown of Istanbul breakfast culture. Start your morning like a true local with a freshly baked simit. This iconic, molasses-dipped and sesame-crusted bread ring is beautifully crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and pairs perfectly with a warm glass of Turkish tea.
15 minutes here
Sip a tangy, bright market classic. Step into a beloved neighborhood pickle shop to try a glass of vibrant turşu suyu. This traditional, naturally vegan pickle juice is loaded with crunch and serves as the perfect, sour palate-cleanser to ignite your appetite for the market adventure.
15 minutes here
Enjoy a cool, rich olive oil comfort classic. Take a seat at a cozy neighborhood eatery to sample barbunya pilaki. This timeless, refreshing cold mezze features tender pinto beans slow-cooked in rich Aegean olive oil with sweet carrots, onions, fresh garlic, and plenty of fresh herbs.
20 minutes here
A masterclass in plant-based spice and crunch. Bite into a 100% plant-based çiğ köfte dürüm. Watch as the seasoned bulgur paste is spread onto fresh lavash bread, packed with fresh mint, parsley, and crisp lettuce, then finished with a sweet, tangy drizzle of pomegranate molasses.
20 minutes here
A triple-threat feast of Turkish baking and mezze. Indulge in a beautiful pastry spread. Sample savory mercimek köftesi (red lentil and bulgur patties), a flaky, golden slice of spinach-stuffed börek pastry, and a soft, crumbly savory poğaça bun straight from the oven.
20 minutes here
Now, it’s time to enjoy two Turkish pastry favorites at Kadıköy Merkez Börekçisi. Here, you’ll try spinach börek, a savory pastry filled with spinach and cheese, and pogaca, a soft, savory scone. These pastries are perfect for a midday snack and are a beloved part of Turkish street food culture. You’ll spend 20 minutes enjoying your börek and pogaca while learning about Turkish pastry traditions.
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Wrap it all up with a legendary street dessert. End your meat-free food journey on a sweet note with a slice of traditional şambali. Savor this dense, syrupy street semolina cake topped with a whole almond, capturing the simple, historic dessert culture of Istanbul’s busy markets.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
Location Overview: The Atatürk Statue is located right in the center of Kadıköy Square (Kadıköy Meydanı), which is one of the most well-known landmarks in the district. It’s impossible to miss the statue, and it serves as the heart of the area.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Location Overview: The Atatürk Statue is located right in the center of Kadıköy Square (Kadıköy Meydanı), which is one of the most well-known landmarks in the district. It’s impossible to miss the statue, and it serves as the heart of the area.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr, tr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Foodprint Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience
We had a wonderful afternoon with Necla who walked us through a really popular food area. We tried so much food and left absolutely full. Also, our tour guide Necla also made sure we got back to the European side of the city walking us to the ferry and making sure we got the correct one.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed exploring Kadıköy with Necla and that you left full after tasting so many local favorites. Necla always goes the extra mile for our guests, so we're delighted she helped make your journey back to the European side smooth and stress-free. We'd love to welcome you on another Foodprint Tours experience in your next destination!
via Viator
Amazing food in Kadiköy!
Necla was a great tour guide! She tailors the stops to any dietary restrictions or preferences so you can get great foods that work for you. We loved all the stops… so many yummy foods and the opportunity to ask any questions about food or Turkish culture / life in Istanbul with a local.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very happy you enjoyed the food, conversations, and local insight into Turkish culture and life in Istanbul. Necla will be very happy to hear your kind words. Thank you again for joining us in Istanbul! Foodprint Tours
via Tripadvisor
Asli, our guide, was very...
Asli, our guide, was very organized and engaging. We were able to eat a wide variety of Turkish foods, while learning and sharing with each other. We could not have asked for a better host, and would have liked to have Asli with us for our entire stay in Istanbul!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great time with Asli and enjoyed exploring Istanbul’s incredible flavors together. She truly loves sharing Turkish food and culture, and your kind words will make her day! We’d love to host you again—maybe in one of our other Foodprint cities like Athens, Lisbon, or Cairo next time!
via Viator
The perfect introduction to Turkey
We had a wonderful day, and highly recommend this tour. As one of us is Vegetarian so it was great to be given so many options of Turkish vegetarian foods. Madina our guide was amazing, so friendly and accomodating adjusting the tour to suit both our tastes and dietary needs. This side of Istanbul is lively and had a truly local feel. Without doing this tour we would never have known about many of these local foods and customs, great intro to Turkey!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $160
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.
Is Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Vegetarian Kadıköy Street Food Crawl Simit and Mezze Feast start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Istanbul?
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On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour, Istanbul Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Asian Side Stop, ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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