From the moment you step through the door, Antique Pizzeria Ristorante enchants you with its nostalgic decor, making it one of the city's standout Italian restaurants. Located in a three-story building at Beyoğlu Fish Market, the restaurant’s terrace is perfect for warm summer evenings. This establishment is the brainchild of Tahir Bulca, known from Kaktüs in Cihangir, with chef Romiti Simoe serving as the menu consultant. The pizzas, baked in a custom-designed stone oven fueled by traditional wood fire, are entrusted to another Italian expert, chef Marco Melluzzi.
When it comes to Italian cuisine, pizzas naturally take center stage. You’ll love the selection, which includes options like Mediterranea, margherita, smoked, diavola, ai funghi, 4 formaggi, vegetariana, tonno cipolle, prosciutto di parma, and bresaola e rucola & bufala. Made with sourdough fermented for 24-72 hours, the pizza crusts are delightfully crisp. The restaurant's menu also features an array of choices, from cheese and charcuterie to appetizers, pasta dishes, and desserts. If you’re looking for a pasta recommendation, the chef suggests the fettuccine alla puttanesca with tomato sauce, anchovies, garlic, capers, black olives, and dried thyme, or the spaghetti con polpette served with tomato sauce, Parmesan, and Italian meatballs.
Decorated like the home of a traditional Italian family, Antique Pizzeria Ristorante is adorned with antique objects, paintings, and items like record players and radios, sourced from various cities around the world. Be sure to add this unique spot to your list of places to explore.