Kumpir
in Istanbul
A giant baked potato mashed with butter and cheese, then piled with toppings like olives, corn, pickles, sausage, salads, and sauces. It is maximalist, photogenic, and especially tied to Ortakoy.
Did you know?
Ortakoy’s kumpir stands turned the stuffed baked potato into one of Istanbul’s most recognizable waterfront street foods.
Where to Find It
1 place to try Kumpir in Istanbul
Ortakoy Kumpirciler
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The cluster of stuffed potato stands near Ortakoy’s waterfront is the classic place to build an over-the-top kumpir before wandering by the Bosphorus.
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