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“ Food: 3 Stars Service: 4 Stars Ambience: 4 Stars Sanitary: 4 Stars Overall: 3.75 Stars Note: Complimentary Dining Experience My visit to Naya Restaurant in Ankara was part of a complimentary dining experience with Turkish Airlines and Go Türkiye, and overall, it was a lovely evening marked by great ambience, thoughtful presentation, and a few standout bites — though not without its misses. Since this was a hosted meal, I’m unsure about the regular pricing, but we were offered a fixed menu featuring shared appetizers, a main course, and dessert. The evening began with an array of tropical-inspired starters, all light, colourful, and refreshingly balanced. The salad was crisp and vibrant, and the pesto dip served with freshly baked bread was one of the highlights — rich, aromatic, and perfectly seasoned. It set the tone for what felt like a well-curated dining experience. Unfortunately, the main course — the Naya Fillet — didn’t quite meet expectations. While beautifully plated, the cut of meat felt cheap and was significantly overcooked, losing the tenderness you’d expect from a signature dish. There was also a bit too much happening on the plate, with several competing elements that distracted from what should have been the main attraction: the steak itself. It’s a shame, as the presentation and effort were there, but the execution fell flat. Things picked up again with dessert, a silky panna cotta that struck just the right note — not overly sweet, subtly flavoured, and a satisfying finish to the meal. Beyond the food, Naya’s atmosphere was a major highlight. The restaurant offers stunning city views of Ankara, with a modern, aesthetic setting perfect for photos. It’s clear that the space was designed with a balance of luxury and comfort in mind. The drinks were fun and nicely presented, especially served in their unique cups that added a playful touch. Overall, Naya is a beautiful spot for a special dinner or a scenic evening out, especially if you’re visiting Ankara and want a mix of city views, creative plating, and lively ambience. While the main dish could use refinement, the rest of the experience — from the service to the setting — was genuinely enjoyable. If I had to sum it up: fresh starters, a lovely dessert, and an atmosphere worth the visit, but the kitchen could tighten up the execution on its mains to truly live up to its setting. xx kellychan360 ”

“ The first glass is Sakura, which has a very light taste of fruits! Then, in the back, we have an Hugo Spritz, which - unfortunately- has a bitter taste, probably because of unnecessary amount of rom… If you’re used to enjoy some spritz in Italy, Naya may appear as overpriced, as it happened to me! But, we enjoyed the beautiful view of Ankara, accompanied with an amazing selection of music, tastefully designed menu and interior! ”

“ Excellent waiters who fulfilled all requests with speed and professionalism. Delicious salads. Ambiance and views from Atakule over Botanik Park and Ankara 5* ”