The Gourmand

Located only a stone’s throw away from the Galata Tower, The Gourmand has seemingly achieved the impossible and created a space that’s isolated from all the commotion. Once you begin to make your way down the restaurant’s elongated corridor, you’ll be greeted by sandwiches, desserts, cookies and pasta on your left, followed by a busy kitchen filled with MSA students and graduates. On your right you’ll find a mini gourmet market of jams, sauces and a plethora of other ingredients. The bright room at the end of this corridor is where you’ll be guided to sample The Gourmand’s already-famous salads and desserts. While we’re on the topic, we’d like to point out that you can also design your own salad here with the help of a small, user-friendly menu. If you’re in the mood for a heartier meal, you can try the risotto with fresh herbs or the beef ham and Emmental sandwich. Don’t forget to leave room for The Gourmand’s exceptional pastries, our favorites being the chocolate éclair and strawberry tart.