Wonderful coffee and atmosphere. Real attention to each cup, and it has a lovely sense of space,…read morewhich is rare in the neighbourhood.

Norm embodies the spirit of the 3rd wave coffee movement. This is the best coffee I've had in…read moreIstanbul so far - coming from someone from the West Coast USA. Their V60 pour is top-notch, and they really know how to pull a great shot of espresso. Some might call it "uppity" or "hipster" - great adjectives if you're a coffee connoisseur. They even have some delicious homemade pastries to-boot.

Solid little coffee shop in Pera/Beyoglu neighborhood. I stopped in here for a Turkish coffee as I…read morehad a half hour to kill. Was good. 25 TL and it came with a water. Shady spot with a few outdoor tables too. Good for people watching. Neighborhood is awesome. Chill vibe and friendly staff.

I went to Drip for breakfast the other day and absolutely loved it! Clean and elegant design,…read morefriendly staff (I speak zero Turkish and had no problems), and great coffee! I tried the "healthy plate" with filter coffee and left stuffed and satisfied (cost 28 lira). I liked it so much that I came back this morning for another breakfast ("the big plate"). It was also good, but not as good as the other plate.

Overall, bad service. Wait time to receive the menu took about 15-20 mins. Before that, we didn't…read moresee anyone even acknowledge that we were there or walk by us. We ordered chicken kabob and chicken shawarma plates, were told it would take 30 mins. for food to cook. We said we were okay with that, but 40 mins. later and we still had no food while many others that arrived after us were served their plates. The tea we ordered never came either. We would not dine here again due to their slow service.

Came here around 8pm on a Friday night after we checked old town where most of good local…read morerestaurants were closed. Knowing it might be a tourist trap, we decided to give it a try. We are surprised by the food. It was delicious and the service was good. Not to mention the ocean view from the outdoor sitting!one of the staff was so attentive...jumped to open the door for me when I was looking for bathroom. Except the price was on the high side... It is a place to try if you are at the area and looking....

This is a little cafe with sweets and borek and coffee. It's quiet and clean. They had American…read moremusic. The food was good.

Serving Sultanahmet since 1961 Çiğdem Pastanesi sees its fair share of locals and tourists, a wide…read moreselection of sweets and savories similar to other local spots luring guests in where a tight space is found decorated with aged wood and iron. Surprisingly limited in English, uncommon on the street between Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar, prices are a bit higher than Patisserie further from city-center while the products themselves are fair-to-middling and highlighted by Syrup-soaked Halka Tatlisi with Jam at the center.

You really need to dine here if you're in the old city. It is very small; so make a reservation…read more It is a family owned restaurant with the dining room on the middle floor of their house. All the food is home cooked by the owner, who is an artist. She has decorated the room with her art and even made the furniture. The food is amazing! You'd better love cats and dogs because they are part of the experience. Our best dining experience so far in Istanbul.

This was the highlight of my trip to Istanbul. Being served homemade food by the amazing chef and…read morecafe owner off a handwritten menu--whatever she made that day--surrounded by art and rescue animals....do not miss out!!

Even months later, I still have fond memories of Serbethane. Whether it be for a coffee or tea…read morebreak, dinner or even a late night hang out with some nargile, we really enjoyed it. We happened upon the cafe by coincidence on our first evening in Istanbul, while roaming the streets in search of somewhere to eat. A little bit overwhelmed by the restaurants nearby that tried their darndest to lure you in, Serbethane was different. The staff was friendly and welcoming, but never pushy. The outdoor sofa were also a huge draw. Everything we ate was DELICIOUS! Nice presentation, tasty, filling and well priced. A nice place to sit down after a day of walking, to enjoy food and rehydrate. Of note: there is no alcohol served here, but there are lots and lots of juices and sodas to choose from, so we didn't miss it. The location is also pretty great: tucked into the edge of the Arasta bazaar, partly outside, partly inside, with sofas and regular tables to choose from. When it gets cool in the evenings there are blankets to wrap yourself up, making sure you can spend some more time lingering.

I came with a tour group and the menu was set for us, so that may have made it different from the…read moreregular experience. But wow, was it wonderful! Everything was so flavorful and satisfying. High marks for the lentil soup and the lamb and chicken kebab. And the baklava was just dreamy. Just fantastic!

Excellent service, excellent food- The lentil soup is the absolute best , ever. Sude and Erdem are…read moreamazing. guys, if you read this, thank you so much for your hospitality and of course, the Lentil soup. Joey

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.

Beautiful little coffee shop walking distance from our hotel. This restaurant doesn't fit many…read morepeople, maybe just small parties. Very cutesie decorated. All the fruit jams are really good as well. We got breakfast combo for 2 and it was delicious! The croissant with eggs and turkey were phenomenal. The cheese dipped in honey were heaven! Service was quick and they customized the croissant for us too!

This place had better menemen imho than another that's ona top10 in turkey list with tons of locals…read moreand tourist. The menemen here was less green peppery than many other places which I prefer. It also didn't have any spice, which some will miss, but the tomatoes tasted fresh and the cheese was more flavorful. It is served with a dainty amount of olives , honey, butter plus 2 cheeses, so it was more like a full Turkish breakfast than just ordering menemen. Hot drinks: non dairy milk available, Turkish coffee and chai latte both good. Funky cafe ambiance.