Modern cafe interior with sleek, curved metal stairs, wooden tables, cushioned seating.

Food at Fenix

O

Anatolian Café

Michelin-starred chef Maksut Aşkar – known for his Istanbul-based restaurant neolokal, ranked among the world’s top fifty – opens a museum café at Fenix. On the menu: street food and family recipes passed down through generations in Anatolia.

Opening hours
Opens Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.

Monday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The diversity of Anatolia

‘O’ is the shortest – and most commonly used – word in Turkish. It means he, she, it or that. In doing so, ‘O’ speaks for everyone: every person, every story, every identity. It embraces the diversity of Anatolia – a region where cultures, flavours and traditions intertwine. From syrup-soaked şekerpare to baklava with a twist, from pillowy bazlama to pide recognisable to Dutch diners: Aşkar presents an accessible menu of dishes passed down through generations. Ancient traditions, reimagined in his own distinctive style.

Smiling bearded chef in a kitchen leans on a counter with stacked bowls and plates. — chef Maksut Aşkar

On the menu

In the museum café, you’ll discover the flavours of Anatolia – a true cultural melting pot. The menu features sandwiches, meze, and warm plates: from a generous breakfast with fresh cheeses, olives, honey, herbs, and homemade jam to comforting classics like lentil soup and smoky aubergine.

Visit the website of O Anatolian Café to learn more.

A table with assorted dishes, including salads, dips, bread, eggs, and yogurt, surrounded by glasses

“O is a tribute to the migrants who brought their flavours, culinary heritage and kitchen craft wherever they went.”

— Maksut Aşkar

About Maksut Aşkar

In 2014, Maksut Aşkar founded his restaurant neolokal inside the SALT Galata Museum in Istanbul. That same year, he was named Chef of the Year by Time Out Magazine. Since its opening, neolokal has received numerous accolades, including repeated recognition in The World’s 50 Best Restaurants awards. In 2022, the restaurant was awarded a Michelin star.