One of the most outstanding architectural features of the Tersane Istanbul Waterfront will be the Valide Cluster. This iron-roof structure covering the Valide Slipway—a protected national heritage site that once belonged to the naval shipyard—was designed to offer some of the best al fresco fine-dining options in the city. Here, a flagship Turkish restaurant will put its own contemporary spin on traditional dishes, showcasing small local producers with creative dishes and tasting menus in a charming atmosphere by the water. Valide Cluster will appeal to a variety of palates with its seamless Pan-Asiatic, Italian, and French-style restaurants and brasseries serving “haute cuisine” in a unique setting that’s also accessible by private boat.
