For those who feast with abandon, who find the pulse of a city’s culture in its flavors, and who chase the thrill of discovery with an open heart, Arlo is a dining experience where every meal becomes a new story of heritage remixed.
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A menu shaped by seasonality and intuition, where Mediterranean and Anatolian influences meet a contemporary, ingredient-led approach.
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In the city crowned by seven hills, where earth and sea entwine, dwells the quiet spirit of Arlo. Here, the table is no mere place of gathering—it is a sacred threshold where the hands that coax life from soil meet the soul that tends the fire’s quiet flame.
Flavors emerge like ancient whispers—the piercing zest of sun-dried sumac, the slow, tender surrender of eggplants kissed by fire, the fragrant breath of herbs carried on the Aegean breeze. These tastes carry the weight of a shared legacy, weaving through Anatolia, Greece, and Italy like threads in an eternal tapestry.
There is a sacred path, running from the heart to the hearth and back again; a flame carefully kindled becomes a haven for true communion.
Hospitality is born not from duty, but from the wellspring of the heart—an invitation to rest, to nourish, to find belonging.
At Arlo, every dish is a verse written by time itself, a dialogue between the past and the present—an openhearted call to those who listen with more than their senses.
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Discover Istanbul through flavour. Turkish and Mediterranean heritage, thoughtfully brought together.
Chef Yannis Manikis carries more than experience, he carries a way of seeing. For over two decades, his path has taken him across kitchens and cultures, working in many parts of the world and shaping openings and culinary experiences defined by clarity, care, and a strong sense of place.
At Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus, his cooking begins with the ingredient and listens to what it asks for. Guided by the belief that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, he approaches tradition not as something to repeat, but as something to understand and carry forward with a gentle, contemporary touch. What arrives at the table is thoughtful, honest, and shaped with care.
Now serving as Regional Executive Chef for the South-East Mediterranean, he continues to guide kitchens and teams with the same belief that good food is not only made, but felt, and that every detail finds its place in time.
Arlo approaches Anatolian and Mediterranean culinary memory through a contemporary lens. Rooted in tradition yet guided by precision, each dish reflects a quiet balance between past and present. The menu is shaped by ingredients, stories, and a deep respect for where they come from — offering a dining experience that feels both familiar and new.
Lamb cutlets with smoked eggplant beğendi, tomato mint yogurt, and sprouts. A composition grounded in Turkish culinary heritage, where the richness of beğendi meets the freshness of modern touches. Thoughtful, balanced, and refined, the dish reflects Arlo’s approach to reinterpreting tradition with clarity and care.
Inspired by the ancient city of Hattusa, this signature cocktail transforms timeless Anatolian flavours into a contemporary drinking experience. Bright citrus, earthy sumac and vibrant pomegranate come together in a layered composition that honours tradition while embracing modern craftsmanship.
Arlo approaches Anatolian and Mediterranean culinary memory through a contemporary lens. Rooted in tradition yet guided by precision, each dish reflects a quiet balance between past and present. The menu is shaped by ingredients, stories, and a deep respect for where they come from — offering a dining experience that feels both familiar and new.
Lamb cutlets with smoked eggplant beğendi, tomato mint yogurt, and sprouts. A composition grounded in Turkish culinary heritage, where the richness of beğendi meets the freshness of modern touches. Thoughtful, balanced, and refined, the dish reflects Arlo’s approach to reinterpreting tradition with clarity and care.
Inspired by the ancient city of Hattusa, this signature cocktail transforms timeless Anatolian flavours into a contemporary drinking experience. Bright citrus, earthy sumac and vibrant pomegranate come together in a layered composition that honours tradition while embracing modern craftsmanship.
At Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
At Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
Cumhuriyet Caddesi No:50 Harbiye,
Şişli Istanbul, 34367 Türkiye
