Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas
Caferaga, Istanbul
Bar in Istanbul, Turkey
Book with PearlWhy go
Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas is a sensible Kadıköy pick for a relaxed wine-led night rather than a high-production Istanbul bar crawl. Its 2026 Star Wine List recognition gives it credibility for wine drinkers, while the tapas format suits dates, small groups, repeat visitors who want conversation over spectacle.
About Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas
Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas is a verified Istanbul venue with evening hours during the week, afternoon openings on the weekend, a smart casual dress code. The clearest confirmed planning details are its name, Istanbul location, hours, dress code, Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
Because the verified public details are limited, it is best to plan around what is confirmed rather than assuming a specific menu, price point, room style, or service format. The venue name points to a wine bar and tapas identity, but specific dishes, pours, seating, reservation policies should be checked directly before you go.
An Istanbul wine-bar listing with confirmed Star Wine List recognition
The useful verified signal here is Star Wine List recognition in 2026. That does not confirm a particular list size, price range, tasting format, or service style, but it is a relevant marker for travelers comparing wine-oriented options in Istanbul.
Hours are direct: Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas is open Monday through Friday from 4 PM to 12 AM, Saturday from 2 PM to 12 AM, Sunday from 2 PM to 10 PM. The dress code is smart casual, so the safest expectation is polished but not overly formal.
Who should consider Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas
Choose Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas if you want an Istanbul stop that is explicitly presented as a wine bar and tapas venue, if its hours fit your evening or weekend-afternoon plans. Avoid building expectations around unverified details such as signature dishes, a particular crowd, seating layout, or a specific price level.
For wider planning, use our full Istanbul bars guide, then cross-check dinner options in our full Istanbul restaurants guide if the group needs a fuller meal.
The verdict: Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas works if you are looking for an Istanbul wine bar and tapas option with confirmed Star Wine List 2026 recognition, smart casual dress, late weekday and Saturday hours. Confirm current availability and any booking requirements directly before making it the anchor of the night.
Planning details
- Location
- Caferağa, Ferit Tek Sok. 60/B, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye
- Website
- wayanatapas.com
- Phone
- +90 532 285 43 96
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas reads as a quietly sophisticated neighborhood spot. It occupies a tucked-away side street in Kadıköy and cultivates a compact, considered interior where proximity shapes the evening: bottles, staff and conversation sit close together. The tone leans away from spectacle and toward focused, wine-forward hospitality, so the room feels restrained and quietly refined rather than loud or performative. Tapas plates and a tight footprint encourage slow, attentive drinking, making the place feel intimate and composed while still rooted in the local, market-driven eating-and-drinking culture of the Asian side.
Best For
This is primarily an evening destination for people who want to explore wine in a low-key, local setting. The bar’s scale and tapas program make it well suited to date nights, relaxed catch-ups and small-group evenings where conversation and bottle selection matter. Because the venue rewards recommendations and close interaction with staff, it also works for guests who want to deepen their knowledge of wine in an informal way. The location on a Kadıköy side street emphasizes a neighborhood, after-ferry sensibility rather than a tourist circuit.
Ordering Tips
Treat the food as part of the wine experience: tapas-style small plates are integral rather than ancillary, so order multiple small dishes to share alongside whatever bottle you choose. The description explicitly notes the likelihood of asking the person pouring for a recommendation, so lean on the staff — they expect to guide pairings and suggest bottles from a serious list. Because the space is compact and conversational, pace your evening: opt for a couple of thoughtful bottles rather than rapid rounds to make the most of the format.
Planning details
Location
Caferağa, Ferit Tek Sok. 60/B, 34710 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Viktor Levi Şarap Evi, Notable alternative
- Mathilda's Cocktail Bar, Notable alternative
- Lingo Lingo Bar & Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Sureyya Teras Lounge, Notable alternative
- The Rooftop, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Istanbul
Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas is the pick when the night should stay wine-led, casual, Kadıköy-based. Viktor Levi Şarap Evi is the cleaner cross-shop if the group wants a more established wine-house feel, while Wayana is better for a looser tapas-and-glasses plan.
For cocktails, choose Mathilda's Cocktail Bar instead. For a broader bar-and-restaurant setup, Lingo Lingo Bar & Restaurant makes more sense for mixed groups that do not want wine to drive the decision. Wayana is stronger when everyone is aligned on wine and light food.
If the room matters more than the bottle list, look at Sureyya Teras Lounge or The Rooftop. Those are the better calls for views and a more occasion-led atmosphere. Wayana is easier to justify for value-minded regulars who care more about a credible wine-bar format than a skyline backdrop.
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Compare Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas | Istanbul | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| Viktor Levi Şarap Evi | Istanbul | No published awards |
| Mathilda's Cocktail Bar | Istanbul | Top 500 Bars 2027 · #426Top 500 Bars 2026 · #423 |
| Lingo Lingo Bar & Restaurant | Istanbul | No published awards |
| Sureyya Teras Lounge | Istanbul | No published awards |
| The Rooftop | Istanbul | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas?
Use the confirmed hours as the main planning guide. Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas is open Monday through Friday from 4 PM to 12 AM, Saturday from 2 PM to 12 AM, Sunday from 2 PM to 10 PM. If you want to compare another venue, Mathilda's Cocktail Bar is another option to review.
Is the food good at Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas?
The verified information does not include specific dishes, menu size, prices, or critical ratings for the food. The venue name identifies it as Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas, but current food details should be checked directly before you go. If you want to compare with another venue, Lingo Lingo Bar & Restaurant may be useful to review.
Is Wayana Wine Bar & Tapas good for a date?
It may be a fit if you want an Istanbul wine bar and tapas venue with a smart casual dress code, but the verified details do not confirm ambience, seating, or noise level. Check availability and current conditions directly before planning a date around it. Mathilda's Cocktail Bar is another venue to compare.
