The restaurant & the table
The terrace
Mixed mezes
Grilled fish
Adana kebab
Shrimp casserole
Couple toasting
Inside
Sunset on the Bosphorus, in one frame
A north-east-facing terrace lines up the Bosphorus mouth, the Galata Bridge and the Hagia Sophia silhouette in a single panoramic frame. Sunset hour (from 17:36 in early December to 20:40 in late June) is the strongest moment — we hold the proposal table on a first-confirmed basis.
Candle, flowers, custom message
Standard setup: candle path on the table, fresh roses, optional "Will you marry me?" message on the dessert plate, in any language. Extras such as a floral arch, signage or cake are priced on request — we share the price on WhatsApp. You can bring your own cake or decoration, or we buy it for you at the outside price.
Photographer + champagne ready
We coordinate with two trusted Istanbul photographers/videographers — they arrive 15 minutes before sunset, capture the moment discreetly and email edited photos within 48 hours. A bottle of champagne or a Turkish sparkling Kayra Brut is held in the chiller for the “yes”.
Why Pino Gare for the proposal
Three things matter for a proposal restaurant: a view that makes the moment, a kitchen that delivers the dinner that follows, and a service team that handles the choreography without making it obvious. Our terrace gives you the view by default — there is no “bad table” for the Bosphorus side. The Romantic set menu (€45 per person) is built around the moment: welcome cocktail at arrival, amuse-bouche while the sun is still up, main course as the city lights take over, dessert with the custom message as the centrepiece.
Equally important is what does not happen: no loud announcement, no surprise lighting change, no rushed table service that breaks the moment. The team is briefed on the exact minute you plan to ask; everything else slides quietly into place around it.
The proposal table
For proposals, note a corner table request when you book — we place you at a corner table with a Bosphorus view, slightly set back from the main flow, whenever availability allows, so the moment stays private. If you have a date preference, book at least 7 days ahead in summer (June–September); winter weekends are usually open with 48 hours notice. Sunset windows fill first; if your date is fixed but the time is flexible, our team will suggest the exact slot that lines up with sunset on the day.
On arrival you check in discreetly. The candle path and roses are already laid; the photographer (if booked) is positioned. After the amuse-bouche, the sun starts to drop. The team paces the main course so that — when you are ready — the dessert with the engraved message arrives.
Packages and pricing
Romantic set menu: €45 per person (dinner only, two guests). Roses, candles, a floral arch, a photographer, a videographer or a live acoustic guitarist can be arranged on request; we share the price on WhatsApp before you confirm. You can bring your own cake or decoration, or we buy it for you at the outside price.
All add-ons are quoted in writing before booking. No surprises on the bill. Champagne and Turkish sparkling options are listed separately on the drinks menu; if you prefer a bottle held in advance we can arrange that as part of the package.
How it works, step by step
Step 1 — WhatsApp us with your preferred date and any details (the language of the message, photographer yes/no, dietary notes, the name of your partner). Step 2 — we confirm the table and send a written price quote within 24 hours. Step 3 — a 30 % deposit secures the date; full balance settled after the dinner. Step 4 — on the night, the team executes the brief; the only thing you have to do is ask the question.
For privacy: payment, photographer coordination and any logistics happen in advance. Your partner sees only the candles, the view and the dessert.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should I book a proposal?
Summer Saturdays (June–September) — at least 7 days ahead. Other dates usually open with 48–72 hours notice. The earlier you book, the more flexibility on table selection, photographer scheduling and floral add-ons.
Can you arrange a photographer or videographer?
Yes — we coordinate with two trusted Istanbul teams. They arrive 15 minutes before sunset, capture the moment discreetly, and deliver edited photos within 48 hours (video within 72). We share the price on WhatsApp.
What add-ons are available?
Candle path, fresh roses (12 / 24 / 30 stems), custom message on the dessert plate, floral table arch, personalised cake, sparkling wine or champagne held in advance, live acoustic guitarist for the proposal moment. We share prices on WhatsApp; you can also bring your own cake or decoration.
Is the proposal table private?
Yes — note a corner table request when you book; we seat you at a corner table with a Bosphorus view, slightly set back from the main flow, whenever availability allows, so the moment stays private. No announcement, no clapping from other guests unless you specifically ask.
What if she says no? (we have been asked)
If it happens, the team would dial back immediately, replace the dessert plate, and clear the floral setup discreetly. Charges for floral and photographer add-ons would still apply, but the dinner can quietly continue.
What happens if the weather turns on the night?
The terrace has a glass-panelled section along its east edge that keeps the Bosphorus view open year-round and shields guests from the wind, so proposals go ahead across every season. If the forecast for your date looks unsettled, we lay the candles, flowers and your reserved corner table in that sheltered section and confirm the exact plan with you by WhatsApp the same day — the sunset window, the view and the dessert-plate message stay exactly as arranged.
Reserve the proposal table
WhatsApp the date, any preferences and a few notes about your partner. We confirm the table and send a written price quote the same day.