Istanbul on Food

"If you’re a fan of combining dishes, you might even surprise yourself if you order the beans with bulgur rice and then add the mıhlama (melted cheese/cheese fondue) on top to create an unbelievably rich, savory experience."

A British Girl Abroad

"The famous beans, whilst oh so simple, were definitely worth the hype & I’ve been looking up recipes to try and recreate them at home."

Ansel Mullins

"Cooking vessel aside, a serving of these beans also has the highest meat count of any we’ve tasted in Istanbul. Whereas most beans might have a shred or at best a few nuggets of tender roasted beef in there for flavor, Çömlek’s are crowned with a generous helping of meat. In such a rich dish the meat satisfyingly offsets the cloying beans, leaving the meek still able to walk away and the strong-willed able to order up another half portion. The restaurant, located on the wooded slopes above Üsküdar ... Read more

Hurriyet

"Taste the rice pilaf next to the Kuru fasulye, which offer a taste that stays on the palate."

Selim Onat

"The best Kuru fasulye: Çömlek Kuru Fasulye."