THE EXPERTS
What are the best, budget-friendly dining options in Istanbul?
Berkok Yüksel: For an affordable and hearty breakfast, Lades (ladesbeyoglu.com) in Beyoğlu district is a haven for golden, buttery menemen — barely scrambled eggs with tomato and green pepper. Along with a spread of Turkish breakfast staples (tomatoes, cucumbers, honey and clotted cream), it comes in at 235 TRY (£7).
The nearby Baran Lahmacun baranlahmacunbeyoglu) is a must for lahmacun — thin flatbread topped with a generous paste of finely chopped meat (often a mix of veal and lamb) and spices. Try the Antep style. For vegans, I recommend the soy-based version at