Visiting Batey Restaurant in Istanbul

Introduction

• Presenter: Mark Wiens
• Location: Istanbul, Turkey
• Focus: Legendary and iconic steakhouse and meat restaurant outside the city center

Journey to Batey Restaurant

• 30-minute taxi ride from the center of Istanbul
• Excitement due to the restaurant's historic significance and reputation for excellent food

Restaurant Background

• Established in 1945 by Mr. Beti Gula and his father
• Known for meticulous design and family history
• Large cow sculpture at the entrance
• Beautiful interiors with mosaics, fountains, and terraces
• Capacity: 600 people indoors + terrace seating

Behind the Scenes Tour

• Extensive grill and kitchen facilities
• Massive wood-burning grill for Doner (mix of beef and lamb)
• Butchery and ageing area in the basement
• Famous for lamb and unique meat preparations
• Preparation details for sujuk (sausage made from beef and lamb)

Dining Experience

• Warm hospitality and incredible service
• Initial appetizers: butter, bread, crispy bread, pickles, cheese pastry, eggplant salad
• Mezze dishes including sujuk, dolma
• Mixed grill platter: shish kebab, Bey Kebab, lamb chops, meatballs, Doner
• Mushroom rice, housemade mustard, mashed potatoes, spinach, Turkish salad

Notable Dishes

• Doner: Thin strips of beef and lamb, juicy and flavorful
• Lamb Chops: Tender, cooked over fire for enhanced flavor
• Bey Kebab: Famous dish with layers of lamb fat, mixed with oregano, aged for specific periods before cooking
• Shish Kebab: More rare, juicy with bits of fat
• Mushroom Rice: Aromatic with a hint of cinnamon
• Sides: Turkish white bean salad, roasted eggplant, creamy spinach

Desserts

• Kunafe (vermicelli, cheese, syrup, pistachio)
• Stuffed fig with cream
• Rice pudding with a crust on top
• Pumpkin dessert, various kinds of baklava
• Paired with Turkish coffee and tea

Conclusion

• Highly recommended for food lovers, especially meat enthusiasts
• Exceptionally designed restaurant with outstanding service and hospitality
• Guaranteed return visit for future Istanbul trips
• Final thoughts of gratitude towards the Batey restaurant team for an extraordinary dining experience.

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