Classic Portuguese Kitchen

The Portuguese chef of Octo Restaurant in Karaköy, Istanbul, Jorge Lavos Costa draws attention with his summer menu.
Chef Jorge Lavos Costa combines the local seafood heritage with the appetizer culture of the region, with a menu of signature flavors of high quality seafood that everyone can easily access. In the menu consisting of shared flavors; In addition to alternatives such as Portuguese style octopus salad, cod croquettes, Portuguese green bean tempura and baked octopus, there are Churros, which has become very popular recently, and Pavlova with Strawberry. With its snacks and artisanal cocktails outside the food menu, Octo’s bar offers a pleasant experience both before and after the meal.
9th floor of JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus
Octo is located on the 9th floor of JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus in Karaköy, with its unique view of Galata Tower, Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, Golden Horn, Maiden’s Tower and Bosphorus Bridge from a single window. Octo offers a unique menu of fresh, natural and local ingredients for lunch and dinner, with an unforgettable dining experience and original design. Octo brings an easily accessible, high-quality seafood dining experience to Istanbul.

Portuguese chef Jorge Lavos Costa runs the kitchen
Portuguese chef Jorge Lavos Costa combines local seafood heritage with the appetizer culture of the region in his menu. The contemporary design of the place and its touches influenced by Ottoman culture say a lot about the experience to be lived. In addition to seafood, there are also appetizers produced daily.
With its snacks and artisanal cocktails outside the food menu, Octo’s bar offers a pleasant experience both before and after the meal.