Turkish lokantas are the beating heart of the country's culinary tradition, they are characterized by their informal and welcoming atmosphere, historically making them a point of reference for local workers.

Inside the lokantas, customers are immersed in a rich assortment of typical dishes, often served in a self-service style, with the food kept warm and a large glass counter from which you can choose and indicate your preferred dishes.

Nato Lokantasi in Karakoy takes its name from the NATO contingent that was stationed in the area in the 1950s and frequented the place.