So, of course, we got the kabob platter as seen in my picture. Guys, I'm not a big meat person, but…read moreall of that food was so good. The chicken wings are so meaty and good. That was probably my favorite. It's a great mix of meat and veggies with a fiery aesthetic. The service was wonderful. It was just really hot. We visited in September, and like most places in Turkey, there's only fans and no AC which didn't help because the platter came with literal fire so it was blowing hot air. We happened to pass by this place, and we were pleasantly surprised. Definitely stop by if you're in the area.

We noticed the charcoal fueled grill in the window and decided to try this kebab house. The mixed…read morekebab platter was amazingly delicious. Six types of kebabs (chicken, lamb and beef) plus roasted vegetable on lavash bread on a flaming platter sized to fit the number of people you order for. The patlican kebab (eggplant kebab) and lamb ribs were particularly tasty. Our party was a mix of Turks and Americans and the Turks were very impressed with the food, really excellent cooking of classic dishes. This kebab house is located a short walk from Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia.

The Turkish breakfast was AMAZING and the owner is so friendly and willing to help stupid American…read moretourists like us :) We tried to go to a different place and thought this was it--happy mistake! They didn't have any reviews on Yelp but we have been here twice while on vacation--the food is THAT incredible. I accidentally left a review for a different restaurant, so I'm glad we came back! Definitely try the breakfast for two if you can! Delicious!!

This is my first time in Istanbul, breakfast is very copious, great service, most kind and helpful…read more A variety of cheeses is served all of them delicious and very flavorful, honey is amazing. The eggs with sausage are great.

It's my staple spot when I'm in Istanbul. I dream about this kunefeh. their pros and local and…read morethey make it in front of you and I can't rave more about it please visit!!

Absolutely loved this place. The owners don't speak much English, but are kind and we are able to…read morecommunicate through food, which is what matters! I ordered the original, and a Turkish tea. I was very excited to try this dessert for quite some time, and when I found this place was no going to pass up the opportunity. The kunefe was delicious, savory with slight sweetness, crisp exterior, soft interior. It was accompanied with some milk, which was quite nice with it. However I preferred the Turkish tea, as I am just a fan of tea in general. I would highly recommend visiting this business and enjoying dessert in the middle of the afternoon. It tends to be quieter, and I just enjoyed the experience.

I can only say that everything is 10+ You simply have to…read moretry these delicacies, words cannot describe the beauty of the taste.

Holy DIABETIES!!…read more Absolute 5 ***** for the desserts. Overall experience 4 **** The place was a bit rough. Hafiz Mustafa 1864 is a dessert shop / chain all over Turkey, Istanbul at least. This location was packed, very popular I suppose. There was no seating available downstairs or outside when we stopped by... which was around 10:00 PM! This place was highly recommended by da wahine's co worker and the cover pic of the Saffron Tres Leches was absolutely calling out to me. So we put in the extra effort to try something from here. Luckily we were able to secure a small table upstairs close to the AC...cause it was an oven up there! The staff were running around like chickens, since the place was super busy. Had to flag down our waitress for everything; get a menu, place our order and the check. She even brought us a wrong item, but rectified it quickly. #Sugar: ~ Saffron Tres Leches - 5/5 As mentioned earlier, the cover pic of the Saffron Tres Leches absolutely called out to me... can't say I was disappointing. Actually I was thrilled to answer the call...lol. Super moist, creamy and really tasty! "Topped with saffron, tender, and moist, drenched in a perfect combination of cow, goat, and buffalo milk that will tantalize your taste buds. This exquisite tres leches is served floating in its milky sauce, and to add an extra layer of delicate, it is topped with saffron." - https://www.hafizmustafa.com/en/muhallebi The Saffron gives it a very unique flavor. Just get it. We don't have anything comparable stateside. ~ Âlâ Tres Leches - 6/5 Dayumn!!! I came here for the Saffron Tres Leches, but ended up loving iÂlâ Tres Leches more! DELISH! Not too sweet, with a rich Pistachio flavor. "Âlâ Tres Leches is a rich, signature milk cake variation famously served by the confectionary brand Hafiz Mustafa 1864, featuring a delicate sponge soaked in a unique blend of cow, goat, and buffalo milk, then finished with a special "âlâ" sauce and crushed pistachios" - https://hm1864.ae/shop/puddings/saffron-tres-leches/ - 1000% ACCURATE My sincere commiseration, if you have a nut allergy. This was the BEST dessert I had the whole trip... Absolutely amazing! Even the tiny Turkish delight we got with the Tea at the end was top notch! I highly recommend stopping by any Hafiz Mustafa 1864 if you get a chance...

Amazing restaurant and service! They took great care of us. Food was so amazing and the best food…read moreI've had thus far in Turkey.

Will return. Am I a…read morehypocrite if I like baklava, the good ones, since I often say that dislike sweet? I eat a lot of chocolate too - just don't like my food that supposed salty but sweet. Whatever you'll call me I ate a lot of baklava here and think this store makes the best. (Frankfurt has an excellent one - not overly sweet; will post here when I remember it's name ) Theirs are generally not too sweet, especially the purple ones. It's by our hotel, so we stop by there frequently. Also got coffee from them too. They've tin box, clear plastic container and paper box which is the only kind bears their logo.

In August 2023, when I visited the store near Taksim Square I purchased a large red tin of mixed…read moretypes of Baklava. I ended up giving it as a gift when I landed in Israel. Since I have returned back to New York, City, I have placed orders directly with the store two different times; each time ordering three large tins of baklava and other Turkish sweets. Customer service: 100%. shipping perfect. Quality of product is as if it were baked in our own kitchen. delicious, varied and presented beautifully. well worth the DHL shipping fees! I will continue to order again and look forward to visiting the store the next time I am in Istanbul. Alan J. B. - Flushing, New York

You can't come to Turkey and not make a stop here. Baklava is amazing. So many different types to…read morepick from and plenty of packaged options for gifts.

My first review of the year had to my ultimate favorite place to eat desserts. For me this place is…read moreabove all. I love Turkish desserts over any desi desserts, cakes, pastries, chocolates but maybe not the French croissants. My favorite are anything with walnut and pistachios. I love their Kunafa which is perfectly sized not too big or small super fresh and gives you an option to go with honey or sugar syrup.I always choose the later I'm not too big a fan of honey on a kunafa. But the star here is is the big slice of plain baklava with a thick layer or pistachios courses grounded with their signature ice cream. My goodness it is goodness on a plate. I love it with their basic kewa. The service is always top notch. Their locations their pick are top notch too. Price point -it isn't cheap but definitely worth every penny. There are lots of prepackaged goodies like nuts, Turkish delights etc to buy. I always get their baklava packed in a tin and bring it back their guarantee it's freshness for 10 days. I usually freeze it and eat it as and when I like. Works great. Their locations are beautifully done in their standard theme. I dream of their baklavas every time I'm in Turkey. They do have a few locations in other countries like UAE and England but not in many I hope to see them come to Canada soon.

This one of the must try spots in Istanbul and I saw them all over, lol. I went on a walking tour…read moreduring my stay in Istanbul and the local tour guide also recommended this bakery. He said they were a bit pricey but worth it and I agree. My first visit i went to just try out the goodies. I purchased three baklava treats. (pistachio, chocolate and walnut) They were all delicious and rich. My favorite was the walnut. They also sell other baked goods and coffee. I visited another location and purchased a few to go home. The staff were very sweet and welcoming. Definitely a place to check out.

friendly generous fresh delicious polite helpful. good old fashioned turkish sweet shop too polite…read morefor words very good service can't recommend it more highly