Best Cafes in Istanbul
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From the classic Pierre Loti and Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.3 · 48,458 reviews
Climb to Pierre Loti, the hilltop cafe overlooking the Golden Horn. Sit with a glass of Turkish tea and watch the light change over the water, especially at sunset.
★ 4.5 · 3,634 reviews
Stop at Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi beside the Spice Bazaar for an authentic Turkish coffee. Sip it with cold water and chocolate, then choose a bag of freshly roasted beans to carry home.
★ 4.7 · 4,175 reviews
Treat yourself to breakfast at Do\u011fac\u0131y\u0131z, one of Istanbul's best-loved morning spots. Order the Hatay menemen and enjoy the free extras and warm welcome.
★ 4.6 · 3,990 reviews
Experience Mandabatmaz, where traditional Turkish coffee is served thick and foamy. Sip it slowly, pair it with a slice of San Sebastian cheesecake, and enjoy the authentic, welcoming atmosphere.
★ 4.1 · 16,083 reviews
Stop at Emirgan S\u00fcti\u015f, a bright, bustling caf\u00e9 with views over the strait, open from 6:00 AM. Start with breakfast, then finish with one of its famous milk-based desserts.
★ 4.1 · 6,519 reviews
Head to Namlı Gurme in Karaköy for a full traditional Turkish breakfast with a charcuterie pedigree. Order at the counter, then enjoy the spread and pick up cured products from the deli on your way out.
★ 4.7 · 5,622 reviews
Head to Cafe Carmenta, the standout on Be\u015fikta\u015f's breakfast street. Share a fresh, beautifully presented Turkish breakfast and add simit with honey and kaymak.
★ 4.2 · 27,799 reviews
Settle under the plane trees at Tarihi Çınaraltı, a big tea garden facing the sea in Üsküdar. Order a glass of tea, unpack your own snacks and watch the water.
★ 4.8 · 3,475 reviews
Start the day at Yiğit Sofram, a gözleme and breakfast spot with a devoted following. Order the menemen or a full Turkish spread and sip complimentary tea in its cosy dining room.
★ 4.1 · 5,813 reviews
Step into Nevmekan Sahil, a library-style cafe in Üsküdar where a piano sets the tone. Settle among the bookshelves with a coffee or a plate of Anatolian cooking and enjoy the unhurried atmosphere.
★ 4.0 · 5,923 reviews
Settle in at The House Cafe, where the sea view is as much the point as the menu. Enjoy a generous breakfast or coffee while ships glide past, ideally timed for sunset.
★ 3.8 · 1,982 reviews
Pick up a fresh simit at a busy bakery near Galata. Choose plain or stuffed and enjoy it on a walk.
★ 4.2 · 2,173 reviews
Claim a table at Rumeli Kale Cafe for a Turkish breakfast beside the Bosphorus. Eat in the garden or on the pavement, with the water in view and warm service close at hand.
★ 4.3 · 3,420 reviews
Drop into Kruvasan for a quick, satisfying start to the day. Order the cafe's namesake croissant or an egg breakfast with Kars gravyer, and enjoy it with coffee among regulars.
★ 4.1 · 622 reviews
Head to Karaköy Dem Meyhanesi for a lively stop near the water. Try the fish in lavash, grab a drink, and soak up the evening atmosphere with a sunset view if you reserve in time.
★ 4.7 · 672 reviews
Pop into Coffee Department in Balat for some of the best-rated coffee around. Sip a filter coffee made on a La Marzocco machine and chat with the baristas about beans to carry home.
★ 4.6 · 809 reviews
Discover Tarihi Oktay Kurabiye Fırını, a Beşiktaş bakery that locals have trusted for decades. Pick out almond biscuits and other traditional treats and enjoy a short, authentic Istanbul break.
★ 4.5 · 773 reviews
Settle into Casa Cooklife, a spacious and beautifully designed cafe with a calm mood. Sip a cappuccino, try a pear frangipane tart or the shakshuka, and linger as long as you like.
★ 4.1 · 1,073 reviews
Take a pause at Cup Of Joy, a cozy cafe right at the entrance of Zorlu mall. Order a flat white or a matcha with a snack bar and unwind at an indoor or outdoor table.
★ 3.8 · 1,791 reviews
Settle into Kronotrop Caddebostan Grove, a roomy café with many corners to choose from. Order a coffee, pick a room that suits your group, and linger through a relaxed Caddebostan afternoon.
★ 4.1 · 1,674 reviews
Pop into Grōn Coffee, a small and welcoming café with a loyal following for its coffee. Sip a carefully balanced drink, share a slice of tiramisu, or turn the stop into a relaxed brunch.
★ 4.6 · 900 reviews
Start the day at Balkon Cafe & Kahvalt\u0131, a friendly caf\u00e9 that opens at 7:00 AM on a busy tourist street. Order a Turkish breakfast and enjoy attentive service without any sales pitch.
★ 4.0 · 3,039 reviews
Pop into Mum's Cafe for a breakfast that feels a little special. Order the salmon eggs Benedict with fresh juice, save room for the banana bread and say hello to the resident cat.
★ 4.5 · 676 reviews
Start the day at Siyah Cafe & Breakfest, where the staff are friendly and the atmosphere easygoing. Order the traditional cheese with corn flour or fried eggs and enjoy an unhurried Istanbul breakfast.
★ 4.7 · 925 reviews
Pause at Tarihi Kuzguncuk Fırını, a Kuzguncuk bakery-cafe loved by locals for fresh pastries. Order a Turkish breakfast or browse the dessert counter with a coffee, while the team explains each sweet.
★ 4.5 · 562 reviews
Visit Coffee Sapiens, widely cited as Turkey's first third-wave specialty coffee shop. Watch a real pour-over being made, talk beans with the knowledgeable staff and take a bag home.
★ 4.6 · 442 reviews
Step into Faw Coffee & Bites, a vintage-style café where the design is as memorable as the cup. Order a freshly made specialty coffee and settle into the warm, aesthetic room with a friend or partner.
★ 4.3 · 2,755 reviews
Step into Walter's Coffee Roastery, where an industrial interior nods to Breaking Bad. Order a V60 or a flat white and browse the bags of roasted beans.
★ 4.2 · 1,701 reviews
Visit Moc Nişantaşı, a freshly renovated café with a modern look and a library-style calm. Order a filter coffee or a Turkish breakfast, and settle in at an indoor or outdoor table.
★ 4.1 · 3,060 reviews
Visit Petra Roasting Co., a roastery whose museum-like interior makes breakfast feel special. Pair a flat white with the French toast and take in the design.
Istanbul · ☕ Coffeebreak
Pierre Loti
45 min
Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi
15 min
Istanbul · 🥐 Breakfast
Doğacıyız Gourmet Breakfast Restaurant
1h15
Mandabatmaz
20 min
Emirgan Sütiş
Namlı Gurme
1h
Cafe Carmenta
Tarihi Çınaraltı
Yiğit Sofram Gözleme ve Kahvaltı
Nevmekan Sahil
The House Cafe
Istanbul · 🍽️ Food
Galata Simit Shop
Rumeli Kale cafe & Restaurant (Merkez)
Kruvasan
Karaköy Dem Meyhanesi
25 min
Coffee Department
Tarihi Oktay Kurabiye Fırını
Casa Cooklife
Cup Of Joy
Kronotrop Caddebostan Grove
Grōn Coffee
Balkon Cafe & Kahvaltı
Mum's Cafe
Siyah Cafe & Breakfest
Tarihi Kuzguncuk Fırını Cafe & Restaurant
Coffee Sapiens
Faw Coffee & Bites
Walter's Coffee Roastery
Moc Nişantaşı
Petra Roasting Co.
