Doy Doy Restaurant

People visit Istanbul for many reasons, and to see many different things-the timeless architecture of the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia, the Grand and Spice Markets, the thousands of taxis swarming the cosmopolitan Taksim area on a weekend night, your friend’s awe-inspiring haggling ability….but sometimes after all of this, you’re still hungry for more…Turkish food. Whether it’s kebab, meatballs, pizza, or baklava, Istanbul is a haven of wonderful eating establishments. One must is a visit to the highly recommended Doy Doy, located in the old town of Istanbul and run by one of the friendliest men in town, Musa Kaya. We partook in spiced kebabs and wonderfully flavored doughy pizza all the while sharing some good laughs with the employees and local patrons of the place. Sitting on the rooftop terrace, we felt as if we had found our own secluded dinner paradise, despite the commotion that wrapped through the streets below. And sometimes, when you’re leaning back feeling full and satisfied, you’ll be treated to some sticky dessert (or perhaps an entire platter of flaming meats!) on the house by the generous and hospitable owners, a thanks for being a happy addition to the always convivial atmosphere at Doy Doy.

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It is a difficult place to find among Istanbul’s labyrinthine streets, but the small sign "Doy Doy" eventually becomes visible. In the restaurant, guests are greeted by a friendly host and an array of carpets and evil eyes. The smell of garlic, parsley, and other exotic spices permeates the room and a mouth-watering platter of honey-drenched desserts beckons. Climbing up to the roof will reward you with a view of the Blue Mosque, seemingly floating in the sky, its minarets soaring beside the enormous dome. A quick look to the side reveals the Bosphorus Strait, filled with frantic ferries, plodding cargo ships, and graceful sailboats ready to entertain as you sit down to order from the menu of Turkish kebabs and baklava.

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