We visited Huqqa Café on the Bosphorus expecting an upscale experience to match the beautiful…read morewaterfront location. Unfortunately, the service did not live up to the setting or the pricing. The prices were extremely high, which we were prepared for given the venue, but premium pricing should come with premium hospitality. The staff took orders without much engagement, rarely making eye contact, and overall seemed inattentive. A welcoming attitude goes a long way in places that position themselves as luxury destinations, and that element felt missing. To add to the disappointment, valet parking was charged separately at the end of the visit. At many high-end venues, valet service is typically included as part of the experience. Paying extra would be understandable if the service reflected professionalism, but it did not. The Bosphorus view is undeniably beautiful, but great locations alone don't create memorable experiences, service does. Sadly, we left feeling that the hospitality did not justify the premium cost. We hope management takes guest feedback seriously, because this venue has the potential to be exceptional.

Went to this place and I highly recommend it. From food to service and finally best hookah ever.read more

My name is Eddie from Kentucky (USA)This is my spot for my time in Istanbul! I went to a few other…read moreShisha places and was not happy. Two different location give you the flavor you want on top after a minutes you get something else. This place is amazing. I like the love 66 and the blend of love &lady killer. Recommend it. Shahin is the man! Great guy and very friendly! Stop here for sure!!!!

Fun spot to unwind after a long afternoon at the Grand Bazaar!…read more It's totally hidden - I love that you walk through a small cemetery to get here. The Wi-Fi is very spotty. Go to the server's stand near the front for best coverage. It was plenty crowded around 6 pm on a Saturday, but there's high turnover and there were a couple seat options for two when we got in. The staff is always walking around so it's easy to get coals for your hookah. Our tea took a while and we had to remind the staff we'd ordered it. The mint hookah's nice and cooling, but it reminds you a little of just having brushed your teeth. The washroom is separate and a little outside, costs 1 TL to use it. It was 22 TL before tip for a mint hookah and 3 teas. You can also shop for lights and hookahs, similar to what's in the bazaar.

This traditional Café is well hidden in a former Islam Koran school, which gives it a really nice…read moreand original atmosphere. There are old paintings on the walls and arabic lamps hanging from the ceiling. We went there in the evening, but even though we were the only tourists in the place full of locals, and the only surrounded by men, we felt welcome and comfortable. The Shisha was good and very strong, at a good price. There was someone to change the guests' coal from time to time without having to ask, as well as bringing fresh tea. It was a very nice experience for us being here and it felt like an authentic Istanbul night.

Lotiz didn't miss. Well.....maybe their strong suit isn't in Japanese food like sushi (it was the…read morelowest on our totem pole), but literally EVERYTHING else was 10/10. The hookah, the service, the DJ, and the calamari was . Not one rude person, only positivity and good vibes!

My husband and I tried this place after having a nightmare of an experience at "360 Istanbul". We…read morewere shocked at how AMAZING the service was here. All 3 waiters that catered to us were amazing. Specially Gokcen The drinks we ordered from their non-alcoholic menu (Blue Colada) were amazing. The starts and main courses were also amazing. I personally ordered the Cajun Steak which was a 8/10 for me. Overall the view/food/service is amazing. Definitely try this place out if you're visiting Istanbul.

Best chill spot in Istanbul with great shisha, ambience and service!! Make sure to say hello to…read moreErhan. He is the heart and soul of the place!

This place is fucking amazing. It was a quiet summer afternoon and after doing all of the touristy…read morenecessities, my girl and I were looking for a place to wind down and chill with some hookah and bevs. This place is relatively nearby the touristy stuff, which is convenient. We had just finished circling around the grand bazaar about 1500 times and this place was a mere 5-10 min walk. The decor is really funky and unique. There's an indoor portion and an outdoor portion, mostly situated in a balcony-like structure. There are very colorful cushions and equally colorful tables to match the surrounding adornment. Service was amazing. We were seated immediately and started on drinks and hookah in no time. Our server came and checked on us frequently but not frequently enough to make it annoying. This place was perfect for insta snaps and we took quite a few of them. Thankfully, our garb was unintentionally flamboyant and we fit right in. The drinks were good, both from the eclectic cocktail menu as well as the classics like screw drivers. We dipped our toe into quite a few different drink categories that night because the service was good and the hookah was kept fresh. We stayed there long enough to become hungry and ordered the meze sampler. I don't remember details besides this being very good. By the end of our evening our crisp and fresh insta photos became rachit and grungy snap stories by the end of the night. The hospitality was overt, they didn't mind us literally taking up residence basically for about 6 hours and offered us blankets once the weather became chilly and rainy. Long story short this place is a must visit on a trip to istanbul

From the owner: Fine hookah lounge, with cosy atmosphere with great foodread more

This was my first introduction to a traditional Turkish Breakfast and all I can say is OH MY GOD!!…read more First of all, the secluded location offers THE BEST view of Istanbul! The lush greenery and floor to ceiling windows in the restaurant, create an on-top-of-the-world vibe - what a dining experience! Secondly, the food, although simple, is absolutely delicious and gorgeous in color! WOW! The plates kept on coming, featuring different additions to breakfast - fresh olives, honey, creamy butter, Nutella, freshly fried bread, menemen, and more! Seriously, at one point there were 38 dishes on our table! Seriously cool and a fun experience! Lastly, service was beyond friendly to our group of 6 and welcomed us with hugs, leading us to their premiere table. From start to finish, each person we encountered was so nice, charmed by my rusty Turkish and very sweet. I'd highly recommend this spot when in Istanbul - as it seems to be a local's paradise ! :)

Great place. Nothing very fancy but good food I was there for weekday breakfast buffet. Lots of…read morechoice and good quality. View of the Bosphorus is great.

View is gorgeous the restaurant is beautiful I highly recommend come here for experience so many…read moreplaces to take pictures the service was okay, but the food was delicious. Try it out next time around the area. There's parking on the street. Try the burger yum, minus the veal. The fries are so delicious. We had non-alcoholic drinks and all were good.

Super cool spot…read more Great views of the water, great customer service, and the sheesha and Turkish tea are solid. We didn't order food, and they also have an extensive menu of mocktails and such

The most beautiful and the best shisha lounge in the neighborhood. The service is perfect and…read morekindly people.

Good service!! Good food and best nargila, this places offers a nice view of the Bosphorus.read more

Great Breakfast, but no English Menu ! Struggled through the order process but it was worth it for…read moresure.