Mia Mensa, Istanbul

Open only during the summer months, this restaurant is located inside a pretty garden on the pier. The well put together menu consists of wonderful à la carte southern Italian fare. Try the superb spaghetti vongole or the incredible insalata del mare. If you're a coffee fan, the tiramisù marscapone is also an absolute must for dessert. Excellent Italian wines (as well as Grappa and Sambuca) are served at the bar. There is also a cafe section serving quick salads and pizzas all day.