An Unforgettable Valentine’s Day at Rüya Istanbul

Istanbul, 16 January 2026 – With acclaimed locations in Cannes, Dubai, and Riyadh, Rüya Istanbul invites couples to celebrate Valentine’s Day at the iconic Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul. Set against the timeless beauty of the Bosphorus, Rüya presents a specially curated Valentine’s menu, designed to create an intimate and memorable evening, where candlelit elegance and Istanbul’s most romantic view create a truly magical dining experience.

Rüya Istanbul reimagines Anatolia’s rich gastronomic heritage with a contemporary approach. The Valentine’s Day menu is inspired by shared dining, layered flavours and a sense of togetherness. Crafted especially for the occasion, the menu invites guests to revel in a celebration of both love and culinary artistry, reflecting the restaurant’s soulful and refined dining philosophy.

The dinner begins with distinctive starters, including simit with caviar and salmon served with citrus notes, introducing the first flavours of the evening. Main courses feature slow-cooked beef ribs, prepared with care and depth, and sea bass complemented with pistachio, offering a balanced and refined pairing. The experience concludes with a romantic dessert of chocolate and forest fruits, composed of white chocolate, mixed berries, raspberry yogurt sorbet, and pomegranate gel for a sweet finale.

A curated DJ performance sets the tone for the evening, adding a subtle, romantic soundtrack to the dining experience.

With this thoughtfully designed Valentine’s Day menu, Rüya Istanbul creates the perfect atmosphere for an evening where flavour, music, and romance come together at one of Istanbul’s most iconic locations, Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul.

The Valentine’s Day dinner at Rüya Istanbul will be available on 14 February 2026, at 7,200 TL per person including VAT included.

 
Address: Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Çırağan Caddesi 32

Reservations: +90 212 326 46 20 / [email protected]

Website: Rüya Istanbul

Press Contact

Neslihan Şen · Marketing & Public Relations Director                                

Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

Çırağan Cad. 32 · Beşiktaş 34349 · Istanbul · Türkiye

Phone +90 212 326 4646 · [email protected]

About Rüya

Born from a dream, Rüya brings together a vibrant restaurant, lounge and bar experience inspired by the exceptionally rich history and diversity of Anatolian cuisine. Drawing from centuries of culinary traditions, Rüya reinterprets regional flavours with a contemporary approach, creating a warm and dynamic atmosphere where heritage and innovation meet.

Reflecting the deep-rooted expertise and vision of the Özkanca family, the creators of Borsa, Masa and Parlé Rüya continues the legacy of successful, long-standing culinary institutions. With its refined yet inviting ambiance, Rüya offers guests an inspiring journey through the tastes, textures and stories of Anatolia.

About Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

The only Ottoman Imperial Palace and Hotel on the Bosphorus that once hosted Sultans, Çırağan Palace has a heritage that dates back to the 17th century. The building had different formations, including a waterside summer villa and a marble palace. After a complete restoration and the addition of a modern hotel building, including elegant rooms, restaurants and meeting venues, the Hotel and Palace opened in 1991 as an accommodation and event venue managed by Kempinski, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group. Being a landmark, Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul has 317 elegantly redesigned rooms and suites in the hotel building, including 11 private palace suites in the historical Çırağan Palace. Moreover, it continues to be the iconic place to host the most prestigious and extravagant events, meetings and weddings in Türkiye, with beautiful indoor and outdoor venue alternatives. Since its opening, the Çırağan Palace has continued to be the symbol of luxury combined with legendary Turkish hospitality and impeccable service dedicated to excellence. Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul is also very proud to be awarded by many leading local and international valuable authorities, publications, and guests.

About d.ream

d.ream (Doğuş Restaurant Entertainment and Management) began its operations in April 2012 and has achieved a dominant position in food & beverage sector thanks to its partnerships. As of today, d.ream has a unique position in the sector through the variety and number of restaurants it has both in Turkey and the internationally. Owing to its strong expansion, d.ream is the market leader in Turkey and with the strength of Doğuş Group d.ream has become an international player by introducing brand new concepts and offering wide variety of dining experiences worldwide.