It is a coffee shop beautiful color, like lake blue, which was attracted me to go inside. There…read morewere a lot of people in there, it can see which it's a popular store. Anyway, I spent my hole afternoon time in here for had a cup of Turkish coffee and berry cheesecake. The cake tasted like my first love, well... fruit sour with fresh smell. It was too sweet to me, turn over my image. The atmosphere of Brew CoffeeWorks is good, the well of Brew CoffeeWorks not only a well also divide outside and inside. I felt very comfortable in here, like my home.

I loved the baristas of this coffee shop. I observed them for a while and I saw that they are so…read morehappy doing their jobs! They were just like dancing while preparing the delicious coffees for the clients. Even after a while I started to talk to them, and they said that making coffee makes them so happy and joyful. I was interested of preparation of special coffees, and one of the baristas explained and showed me how to prepare V-60 and Syphon coffee types. Getting expert on it! The atmosphere is quite good. The place is good for working as well, not so loudly.

Nice coffee shop with a retro, vintage vibe. The place is spread between several floors as lots of…read morebusinesses are in Istanbul and it has a really nice view from the rooftop, although the floor below also has a decent view and gets lots of cool breeze. The staff is very nice and friendly and they make some pretty good, strong coffee.

There is nothing like the peace of coming here at the start of the day to have a warm cup of…read moretea/coffee, or ending the day with the beautiful views of the city. Their desserts and foods are delicious. Very warm atmosphere--I love their painted murals and vintage trinkets on display, and they play the best international music.

This place was AMAZING…read more After a very long chill and drink sesh at another establishment in the area, bae and I were hungry and tryna chow down on some turkish grub. This place was in the vicinity and decent according to trip advisor AND open late. The restaurant is gigantic. I'm not an expert on average restaurant sizes in Turkey but this is one of the biggest restaurants I've ever seen. It has like 5 levels and is decorated impeccably. Impeccable as a synonym for weird. We were kindly seated in this, I'm not joking, like library on the roof. I literally took panoramic snapchats with the caption "this is literally where we are eating dinner". We sat on the couch in the library and the food was placed on a coffee-table like structure in front of us. We went with hookah of course, because 6 hours of hookah prior to our arrival was clearly inadequate. The staff were impressively attentive to our coals and came to check up on them every 30 min or so. If you know us, it won't be surprising that we literally ordered the entire menu. We got boreka-like spinach and cheese SPRING ROLLS (wtf?), spinach and cheese pastry thing, hummus (OBVIOUSLY), zucchini fritters, meat-ravioli in a cream sauce, and pita bread (OBVIOUSLY). Everything was absolutely spectacular. We ate way more food than is probably recommended for health/safety reasons but it was worth it. The staff was absolutely incredible with how much attention they gave us. Because we were off in a colony on mars practically, we had no idea that the restaurant had pretty much closed down in the floors below. This abruptly came to my attention when I drunkenly attempted to search for the bathroom. Our waiter additionally went out of his way to flag our cab down on our way out. Amazing hospitality in this place. Anyways, this was honestly one of my best experiences in a restaurant to date. Highly recommend.

Good food and service. On the pricier side. Great outdoor ambiance. Make sure to poke your head…read moreinside to see all of the lights. It's super cute inside.

Their coffee is like mud Poor quality sweets…read moreVery expensive prices for cheap products Don't go if you don't want to get ripped off. Don't be fooled by their good locations.

This was my first night in Istanbul and I eased tired from traveling from cappadocia earlier in the…read moreday. This restaurant was close to my hotel and had great reviews on Yelp. When I arrived there was only one other customer inside. The restaurant decor was cute and I very comfortable. The staff were friendly and welcoming. This spot was a bit pricey just like most of the restaurants in this touristy area. I had certain Turkish entrees i wanted to try during my vacation. I ordered the Iskender kebab which is beef and pita bread covered with tomato sauce with yogurt on the side. I ordered a side salad to go with it. The dish was very delicious as you can tell in one of my pics. I chatted with some of the staff about life in Istanbul. I was offered some complimentary pomegranate tea before I left and it hit the spot. This is definitely a place to check out when you're in the area.

A MUST TRY. As an American, I have been SO impressed with food here in Turkey and if you are in the…read morearea, this restaurant is an absolute MUST-TRY if you're looking for great food. I had some of THEE BEST chicken kebab I've ever had in this country here. The beef kebab was also tender and flavorful. You cannot go wrong with any of these! The service was quick and prompt, and the servers were great at making recommendations. I came here in the winter so we sat indoors which felt a bit cramped however, there is also outdoor seating during the nicer weather months. If I'm ever back here in Istanbul, I would definitely come back. And if you're reading this, you NEED to try the Old Ottoman!

Super cute cafe that our guide brought us to. The Turkish dumplings were some of the best we had in…read moreTurkey. Homey feel in a neighborhood that used to be multicultural and peaceful before the current government ruined the country.

What a cute place to grab coffee and sweet treats. I ordered a Turkish coffee and a pomegranate…read morecake and both were great. The vibes inside and out made this place cool to visit.

Food: We ordered the traditional Turkish breakfast, and…read moreeverything tasted incredibly fresh. They source much of their ingredients from their own farm, and you can tell. The tomatoes were unbelievable, the walnuts were some of the best I've had, and every plate felt thoughtful and vibrant. It's the kind of breakfast that reminds you how simple food can be exceptional when the ingredients are high quality. Ambiance: Beautiful setting on a quiet street with a clear view of the historic Galata Tower in the background. The space is clean, cozy, and welcoming. It has that warm, tucked-away charm that makes you want to linger a bit longer. Location/Getting There: Be prepared: it's an intense uphill walk from the Karakoy Ferry Port. There is a cable metro that takes you up, so it's worth finding if you want to skip the climb. Once you're up there, the area is great and the walk becomes part of the experience. Reservations: We were able to go without any issue, but it's a popular spot. If you're planning a weekend visit, a reservation wouldn't hurt. Price: About $100 USD for four people. A bit on the pricey side, but worth it--especially considering how fresh everything is. Prices across Istanbul have gone up in general, and this felt fair for the quality. Service: A+. Friendly, attentive, and warm. I went with my cousin, who is a regular here, but even aside from that, the service was excellent. You can feel they take pride in what they do. Overall: Cafe Privato is a great find with amazing food, a charming atmosphere, and a unique location. Five stars all around and absolutely worth visiting. I highly recommend it.

We had an EXCELLENT homemade lunch on our last day in beautiful Istanbul! Wish we had found Privato…read moresooner!! Ate delicious gozleme and a sumptuous platter of tender grilled chicken and and array of sides. Coffee was the best we had, the atmosphere was so cozy and service friendly and aiming to please.

If you went to make a quick stop after exploring Istanbul and slowly sip some coffee, this is a…read moregreat place. Great variety of coffee, a plenty of pastries to choose from. The staff were also very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend!

This is a great spot to take a moment and to kick back in Istanbul. What they offer is some really…read moregood coffee drinks and some great pastries. They also have few other items so I'm sure you will be able to find something to your liking. I, of course, recommenced one of their Turkish coffees and one of their traditional Turkish treats to take the edge off of your day. They're really good! This is a nice indoor space. The staff here are all very nice and happy to help you out. There's really not a lot to say about this Coffee House except it serves it purpose very well. Great place in Istanbul!