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Griffin Bomonti Lokanta by Divan

It offers a timeless gastronomic experience by combining tra-
ditional tastes inspired by the past of Turkish cuisine with
modern interpretations. Opening its doors with its renewed
concept, Lokanta by Divan aims to introduce the subtleties of
Turkish cuisine, which creates its taste language by interact-
ing with countless civilizations and is the product of unique
geography. In the cuisine of Lokanta by Divan, the most origi-
nal tastes of Anatolian culinary culture are prepared with sea-
sonal, local ingredients and blended with modern interpreta-
tions. Lokanta by Divan reinterprets traditional recipes with
a modern perspective while remaining faithful to regional
and cultural values, while at the same time offering its guests
carefully prepared refined plates that focus on sustainability.

Divan Restaurant, which started its journey in 1956, has
gained a well-deserved reputation since the first years of its
establishment. Divan Lokantası indispensable in every peri-
od because it offers its guests the best quality examples of
Turkish cuisine. Another fundamental element of Divan’s long
and successful journey in the world of taste is the masters
it has trained in-house, who are famous for their talents in
NEW RESIDENT OF BOMONTI Griffin interprets the pop-
ular tastes of world cuisine with original and modern touch- the kitchen. The handmade glass sculptures in Lokanta by
es. In Griffin, a modern and urban place, you can find many Divan, which attract attention with their interior decoration
alternatives that cheer up your stomach from early morn- and menu, bear the signature of veteran artist Robert Du-
ing to night. That’s what their motto tells us; this is “where Grenier. The artist made all of the handmade glass sculptures
everyone is happy.” in the hotel, which took about six months. Lokanta by Divan
invites everyone who takes the time to eat well in the fast-
paced rhythm of the city and wants to take a breather with
At Griffin, happiness starts with breakfast. Rich breakfast
plates, omelets, healthy bowls, bread tops, or croissant del- Divan’s attentive hospitality to experience the exquisite fla-
icacies are ideal for long breakfasts, especially on Sunday vors of Turkish cuisine.
mornings. Griffin’s breakfast concept offers many delicious
options, from sausage on bread prepared with aromatic oil
to pizza with herb cheese, from eggs with peppered toma-
toes to waffles. Moreover, breakfast continues until 13.00
on weekdays and until 16.00 on weekends.

As for other dishes, sandwiches prepared with sourdough
bread should be tried. The three-mushroom avocado and
acuka bacon are two sandwich options that caught our at-
tention. Burger varieties, tenderloin with honey and mus-
tard, rigatoni with eggplant and meat, pizzas, and salads
from sourdough dough also stand out on the menu. Finally,
they are pretty ambitious about dessert. Crumble profiterol,
millefeuille with plaid pear and powdered kiwi cheesecake
are some of Griffin’s signature plates.

The restaurant’s delicious dishes and desserts accompany
fragrant third-generation coffees and masterful cocktails.
The fame of the omelet with flax seeds, black seeds, and
oats, which appeals to those who care for their health and
those who do sports, has already spread.