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Valikonağı Cad. No: 40
Nişantaşı
34400 Istanbul
Turkey
Halaskargazi, Teşvikiye, Teşvikiye Mh., Şişli
(0212) 2917540
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http://www.symbolcafe.com/
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Does Symbol Cafe & Rest take credit cards?
Yes, Symbol Cafe & Rest takes credit cards.
Does Symbol Cafe & Rest have catering options?
Yes, Symbol Cafe & Rest does have catering options.
Does Symbol Cafe & Rest serve alcohol?
No, Symbol Cafe & Rest does not serve alcohol.
Does Symbol Cafe & Rest have TVs?
Yes, Symbol Cafe & Rest has TVs.
Does Symbol Cafe & Rest have outdoor seating?
Yes, Symbol Cafe & Rest has outdoor seating options.
Does Symbol Cafe & Rest have parking?
Yes, Symbol Cafe & Rest has parking options.
Does Symbol Cafe & Rest have free WiFi?
Yes, Symbol Cafe & Rest has free WiFi.
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Finally had the best coffee, amazing choices nice side menu goes along with the unique coffee…read moreblends, they offer. Very successfull operation niche place to spend time indoor and outdoor.
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Friendly staff and delicious coffee with warm ambience. Great assortment of coffee, including…read moreTurkish Coffee and cold brew coffee. Lots of snacks, too. Affordable prices. Pet friendly.
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Highly recommend. Good coffee and great food. The space is also really nice and spacious, very…read morecomfortable, cool, and homey. The staff is nice, but a little slow.
I am a big fan of MOC. I think they serve the best coffee in Istanbul. They are always consistent…read morein what they serve (not like Starbucks where it is hit or miss when you order anything other than drip/filtered coffee). The coffee is always the perfect temperature, froth is always beautiful. Their coffees are on the strong side, which is how they are supposed to be. They are pet friendly too. The only thing that I dislike about this MOC (but it is no different than any other cafe/restaurant in Istanbul) is the smoking. Their smoking section is connected to the no smoking section so no matter where you sit, you will breathe second hand smoke. They have the capability of closing the door to keep it separate but it would cause the waiters to continuously have to open and close them if they were serving both sides. Thats the only reason I gave them 4 stars. This is a fairly large shop with lots of people and activity, lots of tables to sit and enjoy, if it weren't for the smoke.
Amazing coffee and customer service. Must try place. Very cute design and relaxing place for…read moremorning or afternoon coffee.
This café was just across the street from our hotel so we had to try it. The décor is adorable…read morethat's couldn't resist snapping a few pictures. Coffee was ok but the baked goods are very good.
We often visit the house café locations throughout Istanbul. In my opinion coming from the US,…read morethese are typical American styled Turkish foods. You're really paying for the ambience because it is a beautiful place to sit and enjoy meeting with friends. The food is OK but not the best. The prices are higher for what you're getting, but like I said, the ambience is awesome. The waiters and waitresses are really friendly and kind and generous. My pizza was more like a cracker style crust not a traditional dough style pizza, which I was disappointed. They serve coffee with a little cookie which is really a nice touch.
I have been in Istanbul twice and i haven't enjoyed my food the way i did in this cafe. The place…read moreitself is amazing combining both old turkish middle eastren style,especially, with the ceiling design and chandelier and European style with the wood floors, fairy lights on windows and beautiful outdoor seating. Not to mention the delicious food and Turkish tea which you get to drink it in traditional tea cup. I would suggest this place for tourists looking for exceptionl experience and especially for a full turkish breakfast or brunch.
Coffee and cookie
This is a cute coffee shop tucked away in one of the little side streets off Istiklal. We were in a…read morebit of a rush that morning so we ordered two lattes to go, but I would've really enjoyed sipping my latte in the quaint cafe that this was. The marble tables and pastel colors gave it a bit of an Italian or French feel, which helped set the mood as well. While the barista did make us our lattes to go (and they were delicious lattes at that), the cafe lacked to-go cup lids and properly sized sleeves, making the coffee nigh impossible to actually drink while on the go. We just stepped outside and slowly meandered down the street until the coffee was slow enough to sip, so it can be worked around if you have a few minutes to spare to do just that.
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I am a MOC fan. I love their coffee! I think they serve the best coffee in Istanbul. They are…read morealways consistent in what they serve (not like Starbucks where it is hit or miss when you order anything other than drip/filtered coffee). The coffee is always the perfect temperature, froth is always beautiful. Their coffees are on the strong side, which is how they are supposed to be. They are pet friendly too. This MOC has an outside smoking section and an indoor nonsmoking, one of the few places where you can escape the cigarette smoke. The service can be slow, but I enjoy sitting by the big picture window and watching the passers by.
Great place to come and stay for awhile. Good quality coffee. Great AC! Nice atmosphere and very…read morecomfortable.
Ben olsam bunu almam mekanıma ama sağolsun MIC'takiler alıyor;)
Turkish coffee
Sigara içilen kısım böyle
I have a love-hate relationship with this place. It's a very comfortable place to have a coffee,…read morevery nice environment and surroundings. But it is always packed. There's always a big line to get your coffee, and sometimes finding somewhere to sit is challenging. The coffee is good when they get it right. They're always very busy and don't look very happy. Its like a production line for them.
I'm a fan. Very good quality coffee considering that this is a franchise. Good food options. A…read morelarge and cozy space to hangout or to have some alone time.
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I just bought bread from here today! It was delicious. Sourdough with olives. I can't be more…read morethrilled to have this open in the neighborhood. They have bagels, sweets, croissants, a great homemade bread selection and delicious coffee as well. The bread was so reasonably priced. The olive bread was 6.5 tl. I know I will be stopping in for bread regularly. And nice to see some bagels for sale outside of overpriced TriBeCa. Glad to have this place open! Edit: I am now on day 3 of buying bread. 2 days olive bread. One day French baguette. I don't see an end in sight!
amazing service!!! great vegan food and great drinks!! the…read moredesserts are great i recommend the cookies
Will return. We're…read moreisland hopping, disembarked at 6pm here. It has a big space by the piers, with good sunset. But no beers no wines ... we didn't stay for dinner. Just have coffee and tea - both are great. The server girl is very polite. Now we'll have to look for a place to dine.
Nice view on Bosphorus and I think the best Kunefe and Katmer I have ever tried in Istanbul. Place…read moreis kind of not cheap, but i think for quality of food they are serving its very reasonable. Also nargile on open terrace in evening there is very recommended.
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Love the Cihangir area for a stroll, people-watching and boutique browsing. Ended the evening at a…read morepleasant indoor/outdoor cafe that is all about ambiance and cats. The draw +'s: + Quiet neighborhood enclave. No boisterous scene on a Saturday evening which is the speed we wanted. + Great service that doesn't charge for bread. Some places do and it's a turn-off. + English translations on menus (but the language is not when ordering; English is neither the standard here nor should it be expected.) + Bacon burger--seasoned with their version of a BBQ sauce and it was nice + Cats rule the helm here. They are served dishes of milk at the bar! I don't mind them but the waitstaff are keen to swat them away if they near patrons who are dining. The hazards -'s: - Was recommended the sea bass with side of potatoes. No bones but drenched in a caper sauce. Flaky and decent texture but don't expect the thick fillet version found in the States - American credit cards unfortunately can't be used on their machine. Debit cards however work. TIP: Great neighborhood restaurant that is not fussy. Not worth a trek but definitely a nice retreat if you are in the hood.
This is probably one of my favorite restaurants in Beşiktaş. Prices are perfect, food is perfect,…read moreservice is ultra fast, and the place is so organized and clean! I recommend everyone to try it soon!
This is the place to spot the Tele Vole celebrities and by that I mean the people who are on TV for…read moreno reason. Typically some football players and models are also to be seen there. The food is good, the drinks are great, the outside table are nice but of course it is pricey.
Masa Restaurant in IstinyePark is a tourist rip-off. Our bill for two drinks on the afternoon of…read moreJune 13 2018 came to 52 Turkish lira and we left 55 TL in cash. A waiter then pursued us into the shopping centre saying a mistake had been made and he demanded an extra 400 Turkish lira. I don't speak Turkish and felt at a disadvantage, but I wasn't going to pay such an outrageous amount. The manager then came out with a revised bill and demanded 104 TL. I tore up the bill. Security was called and then the police. The park's security staff were very friendly with the manager. It was nauseating. We waited two hours for the police to arrive. Then we were arrested and carted off to the police station. It was only when we called a Turkish friend in Istanbul that it all got sorted and we were released. What crooks. The place is taking advantage of tourists who don't speak Turkish. It should be closed down
This cute little bar is in the middle of the Moda district. The neighborhood is one of the coolest…read moreplaces on the Asian side of Istanbul. Came to Muaf to have a cold beer on a hot Spring afternoon. We sat down around 1pm and the place had a few tables occupied. Service was kind, prices were fair, and soundtrack was inviting. After you finish eating and drinking, have a walk around. There is a great ice cream parlor just 100m away, and the ocean view is right there.