Park Samdan Istanbul, Turkey

For elegant traditional Turkish cuisine, look no further than Park Samdan, located in the fashion center of Istanbul. The restaurant specializes in classic dishes with a continental touch, such as the delectable spinach root appetizer or the sweet and sour shrimp enveloped by melt-in-your-mouth "kadayyf" pastry. For dessert, try the panna cotta served with a raspberry sauce. There is also wide selection of both domestic and international wines. Recommendations are highly recommended.