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The first time was unforgettable, I was sitting in the main room in the back which presents a unique atmosphere with the old stone walls. The food was also flawless but I got 2 dishes instead of the tasting menu.\n\nThe second and third time I got the same tasting menu, once with friends and the other with my fianc\u00e9e.\n\nThe service is friendly and available and they describe the dishes well.\nThe food is good overall but there\u2019s one dish which i cannot understand. Honestly both times i ate it I thought it might have been the worst tasting dish in my life, and I\u2019m speaking about the squid with the cheese. Horribly slimy and weirdly bitter with the flavors just do not combine well.\n\nBesides this unexplainable dish everything else is really well executed and very tasty. Maybe the lamb hearts dish could be substituted with something a little less heavy, but overall deserves the 4 stars for the food.\n\nI\u2019m still giving it a 5 star because of service plus atmosphere.","rating":5,"time_description":"3 months ago"},{"author":"Luba Wherry","text":"It took me some time to sit down and write my review because there is something personal, I must reveal about my experience in Aheste. I had an amazing dinner there last month during my brief stay in Istanbul. I was solo hence I was a little worried that I would be t put in more secluded area which prevents me in some way enjoying the experience at fullest and I was completely wrong. Walking into this intimate restaurant I felt like stepping into a hidden sanctuary, somewhere intimate and unexpected, exciting and magic. The ambiance was immediately captivating\u2014half-dimmed lighting casting a warm glow across the rooms, creating a sense of calm sophistication without ever feeling pretentious.\nThe food was a revelation. Rooted in modern Mediterranean flavors, each dish carried a balance of tradition and innovation, challenge and calmness, surprise and assurance. Fresh ingredients were elevated with unexpected pairings, and the plating itself was artful yet inviting. It was the kind of food that makes you pause after each bite, look again at the presentation, look again at description and trying to solve the puzzle of your taste butts signals, savoring not just the taste but the thought behind it.\nService was attentive without being intrusive. The staff seemed to anticipate needs before they were spoken, making the experience feel tailored and effortless.\nI was given a chance to see a kitchen, staff and an amazing chef which made the evening truly special. Her vision was evident in every course, and you could feel her passion woven into the menu. She wasn\u2019t just cooking, she was whispering a story of creativity, heritage, and her vision.\nAheste is NOT only a place to eat, it\u2019s an experience of artistry and hospitality. A small jewel in Istanbul that proves Michelin recommended restaurant isn\u2019t just about prestige, but about heart, vision, and unforgettable flavors.","rating":5,"time_description":"4 months ago"}]},"attached":false}