Istanbul's nightspots may come and go, but after 15 years, the popularity of this grand dame of a nightclub on the Bosphorus shows no signs of abating. An unbeatable location on the hilltop of Ulus, which translates into one of Istanbul's original unbeatable views of the Bosphorus, practically sealed its fate. One of the owners, Zeynep Fadillioglu, who is an interior designer, likes to stay ahead of design trends and updates the decor annually. I can say, though, that each incarnation is even more plush, more rich, more lavish than the one before. The main event happens on the outdoor terrace -- a collection of transparent netted tents enclose private dining or lounging areas. The international and Asian fusion menu gets mixed reviews, but gets an A+ for inventiveness. The restaurant is open daily noon to 4pm and 7pm to midnight. The bar is open until 4am in summer.

Copyright: Excerpted from Frommer's Istanbul, 1st Edition, (c) 2008, Wiley Publishing, Inc.

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