At the Gault&Millau Turkey 2024 Awards Ceremony, Feridun Ügümü, owner of Hünkar Lokantası, was honored with the ‘Honorary Award’ for its 74-year-old rooted history and contributions to traditional Ottoman cuisine. Hünkar Lokantası also received a rating of Gourmand Table 1 Toque in the Traditional Cuisine category.
Feridun Ügümü grew up in Hünkar Lokantası, opened by his father in Fatih in 1950. Ügümü, who has been involved in the kitchen from a young age, developed himself with the knowledge he gained from his father and masters. Hünkar Lokantası, which moved to Nişantaşı in 2000, continues to present Ottoman cuisine with modern touches under the leadership of Feridun Ügümü and his successors. Under the leadership of the fourth-generation chef Ufuk Ügümü, it welcomes guests with a renewed atmosphere and a more modern touch.
Hünkar Lokantası captivates the hearts of its guests not only with its delicious dishes but also with its friendly and warm atmosphere. Feridun Ügümü’s hospitality and the historical texture of the restaurant make Hünkar one of the most special places in Istanbul.
The menu of Hünkar Lokantası brings together flavors from Ottoman cuisine. In addition to classic dishes such as lamb tandir, hünkar beğendi, eggplant kebab, and meaty stuffed grape leaves ‘yaprak dolma’, Feridun Ügümü’s original recipes are also featured on the menu. All ingredients used at Hünkar Lokantası are fresh and seasonal. Meals are prepared with care and traditional methods.
For those who want to experience the hospitality of Ottoman cuisine and Turkish traditions, we recommend visiting Hünkar Lokantası in Nişantaşı.
Phone: 0212 216 35 55
Address: Harbiye, Mim Kemal Öke Cad. No: 21, 34271 Şişli/İstanbul
