Arkestra (restaurant)
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(Michelin Guide}
15,5/20 (Gault Millau)[2]| Arkestra | |
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| Restaurant information | |
| Established | September 2022 |
| Chef | Cenk Debensason[1] |
| Food type | Fusion |
| Rating | (Michelin Guide} 15,5/20 (Gault Millau)[2] |
| Location | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Coordinates | 41°04′43″N 29°01′53″E / 41.078489°N 29.031467°E |
| Website | arkestra |
Arkestra is a Michelin-starred restaurant located in the Etiler neighborhood of Istanbul, Turkey. Established in late 2022 by Chef Cenk Debensason and partner Debora İpekel, the establishment is situated in a restored 1960s villa. It is recognized for its "Modern European" cuisine, which integrates classical French techniques with global influences.[1]
The restaurant was founded by Cenk Debensason, who trained at the Institut Paul Bocuse, and Debora İpekel, a former music industry executive. The venue is a standalone 1960s residential villa renovated by architect Tayfun Mumcu. The interior design features Art Deco chandeliers and wooden wall paneling, evoking a "relaxed opulence" aesthetic.[3]
The establishment is divided into three distinct areas:[4]
- Arkestra Restaurant: The main dining area focusing on seasonal tasting and à la carte menus, which also extends to an outdoor courtyard.
- Ritmo: A casual bistro offering shared plates and cocktails.[5]
- The Listening Room: An upper-floor audiophile bar featuring high-fidelity sound systems and a curated record collection.[3]
Cuisine
Chef Debensason’s culinary approach utilizes a French technical base for dishes that incorporate diverse cultural influences. Signature dishes include tuna sashimi with sushi rice ice cream and seared sea bass with a Thai-inspired sauce.[1][4] The beverage program includes a selection of niche Turkish varietals and old-world wines.[4]
