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Turkish Coffee Lady

4.6 (246 reviews)
ModerateCoffee & Tea
Closed • 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Pistachio treats
Sharon G.

Walking into Turkish Coffee Lady feels like stepping into another world entirely. Gizem White poured her love into every single detail of the Golden Horn High Tea -- gold-plated cups, homemade pistachio baklava, rose Turkish delight, and a hand-painted copper kettle that anchors the whole experience. This isn't just high tea. It's a cultural journey that unfolds in courses -- tea first, then Turkish delights, then sandwiches, and finally Turkish coffee to close it all out. The sweets are made with intention, the presentation is stunning, and the warmth Gizem brings to everything she does makes you feel like you're sitting at a friend's table rather than a coffee shop. Old Town Alexandria is lucky to have her. If you haven't been to Turkish Coffee Lady yet, that needs to change -- and the Golden Horn High Tea is exactly where you start.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ 10/10

Mandin coffee platter
Angela L.

Stopped by for an afternoon coffee. The store is small inside, but decorated well and has smaller tables for seating. Warm, bright, welcoming. Server was friendly. We each ordered a traditional Turkish coffee and an assortment of baklava to share. Grabbed a table near the windows and our coffee was brought to us quickly. I ordered the Mandin and was a bit nervous to see how small the coffee cup was. I expected a strong bitter taste, but was surprised at how smooth and flavorful the coffee was. The coffee is presented on a beautiful platter and with complimentary Turkish delights. They were soft, chewy, and a bit perfume-y. Felt like a tea party but in Turkey! The baklava was flavorful and sweet, perfectly paired with the coffee. We took some cute photos inside. Was a great time! Would definitely come again to try out the rest of their menu. Great place to bring coffee-lovers and people visiting from out of town.

Twisted baklava
Peggy L.

Amazing coffee and dessert. The service was beyond expectational as the owner was very attentive with great hospitality to make sure the guests feel welcomed as the guests entered the shop. The decors and pride of this place is connected back to Turkey. I could imagine myself being transported to Turkey for a few hours and watching the documentary on the tv about Turkish coffee and Turkey culture. Very educational moment for me as I don't know much about Turkey. Tried the following items: Silky mardin (mixed coffee flavors) - don't mix it up as there's coffee ground on the bottom as it is similar to tradition Turkish coffee drink. Pretty strong and flavorful for a small sized cup. Pretty satisfying as it is unique apart from other coffee shops which I very much enjoyed the experience! Twisted pistachio baklava was so delicious, almost crunchy but not as soft like a cake. Each bite was perfect amount of sweet, not overly sweet. Definitely want to come back and try other kind of baklavas as I'd like to think it's close to what people enjoy the desserts in Turkey. Lamb Turkish dumplings - very scrumptious as each dumpling is tiny bite sizes, smothered with some kind of light tomato sauce and sour cream alike. Inside the tiny dumplings were filled with juicy lamb and good spices combined in a bowl! I'd definitely come back for this!

Pree R.

Stopped by Turkish Coffee Lady on a Friday morning while staying in Alexandria, and I'm so glad I did. The vibe was super cozy and beautifully decorated -- the kind of place you instantly feel comfortable in. The lady behind the counter was incredibly helpful and took her time explaining the menu, which I really appreciated since there are so many options to choose from. I ended up getting the minty Cappadocia coffee and a Turkish bagel with cheese and tomato. The coffee was amazing -- super fresh, with the mint flavor coming through without being overpowering at all. It was sweetened perfectly and even came with two colorful, sugar-cube-looking Turkish delights, which was such a nice touch. The bagel was crunchy, visually appealing, and absolutely delicious. Everything I tried was fantastic, and I would 100% visit more often if I lived nearby. Highly recommend stopping in if you're in the area!

Carrot cake
Alea V.

We really enjoyed the coffee here. It came with a water and I think a Turkish delight candy. My husband thought the candy was a lump of sugar and put it in his coffee which was hilarious. I let him take a bite of mine so he knew what it tasted like. I highly recommend the silky mardin coffee with no sugar and tres leches cake. I got a Turkish bagel with cream cheese also. Seating is very limited and people tend to linger so be prepared for no seating on the weekends. The shop itself is very cozy with Turkish music playing in the background. We got the coffee pretty quickly, I wanted to try the dumplings but she said it takes about 20-30 minutes to make so maybe next time.

| COLD MILKY CHOCOLATE PISTACHIO BAKLAVA |
Ashley K.

Whenever I am in Old Town, I find myself craving kahve and baklava from Turkish Coffee Lady! Located on the corner of King Street and North Patrick Street, this beautiful coffee shop is home to a cozy atmosphere, enticing aromas, and delicious coffee. Expect street parking with a few steps at the entrance. I love sticking to my favorites -- the pistachio zeugma (decaf) coffee, as well as the cold milky chocolate pistachio baklava, which has the perfect deep chocolate flavor and milkiness to taste. And, of course, the presentation is always 10/10. The team is kind and does an excellent job walking you through the multiple coffee options. Service is also relatively quick, considering how busy it can get. Overall, a lovely place I would visit again and again. Don't miss out on this local gem!

Pistachio baklava and cake
Patrick G.

A fun cafe with a unique ambiance and friendly workers. They have a wide variety of coffee drink flavors, along with yummy baklava and other treats. Great if you want to try something different from your usual coffee spot!

Yuliya K.

I stopped for some baklava and I was not disappointed. They were melting in my mouth, crunchy, light n fluffy n soaking in syrupy honey. I tried walnut and pistachio small pieces and a giant slice of pistachio one. Bite size are perfect. I almost didn't share with kids. They were that good. So good that I forgot to take a photo before they were all gone.

Farhad H.

What a wonderful hole in the wall to walk into in Old Town on a rainy day. The wonderfully decorated interior took me back to my time in Istanbul. The service was spectacular and the Turkish chai was no different than the charming shops in Turkey. The tv played a fun documentary about Turkish culture and history while the music was soft and relaxing. I will definitely be visiting the Turkish Coffee Lady again!

turkish tea, pastries, turkish delight
Chelsea A.

If this has also been on your list for a while, I highly encourage you to knock it off your Alexandria bucket list! Upon walking in, I felt as if I was transported to Europe - the decor, the vibes, the wafting smells! Questions at the register were answered with ease and helpful descriptions to help me with my indecisions. My friend and I ordered the Turkish breakfast, which came two beverages of choice (coffee or tea) with water and Turkish delights on the side, a whole basket of bread, and a platter with dried fruit, nuts, tomatoes, cucumbers, jammy soft boiled eggs, salami, honey, olives, and cheeses.Service was very fast and accommodating. My friend got the "mixed blend" coffee, and I got the pistachio decaf. The mixed blend coffee was strong; the pistachio decaf had mild nutty notes. We stayed for about an hour and a half - if you know the concept of the Slow Food movement, that's exactly what you get with the Turkish Breakfast. In this fast paced world, the meal taught me: "Take your time, enjoy the food, take in your environment, and enjoy the presence of your company that came with you." All the foods mixed nicely with each other, and my inner child loved making mini sandwiches out of the bread, spreads, and salami. We got rained in, but thankfully we had nowhere else to be. Again, the theme of slow remained true here. We ordered a Turkish black tea, pastries, and Turkish delights. All the foods were truly a delight, and I can't wait to return to do a Turkish coffee reading. Highly recommend Turkish Coffee Lady to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing brunch.

Kristi W.

Saw advertisements that this place was coming to OLX and finally had a chance to stop in and try it out. I normally like coffee but opted for a regular Iced Turkish Tea because there was a language barrier and it felt like I was frustrating the lady by simply asking if the tea came already sweetened or not. She had to verify with the barista in their native language, which is no problem, but the body language definitely read agitation. =( I'm not entirely familiar with turkish drinks but always looking to try different cuisines as much as I can to expand my palette. I would have ordered more but there was another random convo between the lady making the drinks and the one taking my order that made me feel a bit...awkward. I was still trying to complete my order but after they finished their discussion, I just left it at the tea. Bummer because the Baklava looked delicious! Parking is street. Pricing wasnt too bad. My tea was unsweetened and actually pretty good! They have some seating and it looks like a nice spot to chill, especially if you are familiar with the culture. I probably won't return but that's based on my own experience. I say go and have your own experience. It may be drastically different than mine. Maybe it was an off day. Oh well. EDIT: I do appreciate the owner for reaching out so quickly to apologize and offer a way to make up the experience for me. Customer service is everything and I'm open to giving the establishment another try in the future. I wasnt aware that the young lady was in training but now my experience makes a bit more sense. Not excusing her but she could definitely use better training w/being a front facing employee. I'm all for supporting local businesses and look forward to the 2nd impression.

Pistachio latte, chocolate baklava
Sanah J.

My biggest tip is to plan for a little bit of a crowd, this space was busy! But the ambiance cannot be beat, it's colorful and makes the delicious food more of an experience. Definitely recommend!

Salma C.

Came back to give this place another try. I ordered a Turkish Coffee. They had a few flavor options and I picked the one most recommended, the "Mardin." I asked for it to be slightly sweetened. It came with some Turkish Delights of different flavors- a citrus one and an amazing rose one. The floral Turkish Delight paired well with the coffee. As usual, the ambiance is homey and inviting with lovely Turkish music playing in background. I'd come if craving Turkish Coffee, but not that iced pistachio latte I got in past. Nice, but I do feel this place is overpriced especially for their pastries.

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I absolutely love this place ! It's so beautiful and quaint. This is the only place I don't add sugar to my drink

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Am I able to bring my laptop and work at this location?

Yes certainly, Carolina! We have a seating area and free wifi at our coffee house. Thank you for reaching out!

Hi, how can I book a Turkish coffee reading? I can't find any info on your websites regarding to that. And how much is a session? Thank you! Looking forward to hearing from you.

Hello Yanny, thanks for reaching out us. The website is currently being revamped. Please kindly contact me at 202-670-4360 and I would be happy assist with your request. My name is Gizem White, I am the owner. Thanks again 😊

What is used as sweetener in the baklava? Simple syrup or honey?

Thank you for your question. We use a syrup with natural non-gmo sugar, water and real lemon. Please let us know if you have any further questions.

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