The kenafi is amazing here. We come here also at least once a week. It's like our dessert stop…read moreafter lunch or dinner. They take orders outside in the weekend. People line up and get their orders in an organized fashion. They warm up the kunefe "fresh" in front of you.

Love the kenefe here which comes with vanilla ice cream…read more Right in front of Taksim Square in Istanbul

Soy latte (17 TL) - 1 star The local soy they use tastes…read moredifferent from the Silk/Bonsoy soy milks I'm used to. It also has sugar in it. It tasted very strange with the espresso.

Great spot for coffee and cake in this cool local street. People who run it are the best, super…read moreeasy going and welcoming they will sit down and have a chat with you and always make you feel welcomed to stay as long as you feel like. They welcome pups so we take ours and she's always greeted with kisses and love by everyone who works there. Coffee and tea are great, I love the chai tea. They have soy milk which is not always easy to find in Turkish cafes and restaurants. There's a light menu which I'm yet to try but everything is high quality here so I can't wait to try their food. Lots of seating so usually very easy to get a spot. In a street full of cafes this is one of the best. They have an open door policy for the local cats so you might just have a friend to join you on your lap if you fancy a cat cuddle.

Great espresso, very cozy place, good ambiance. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.read more

Staying at the W down the street we came here for dinner one night. They specialize in those little…read moreTurkish dumplings (manti) which is what we had along with a meat pie. These two items were pretty good and the service is fine. A nice option if you are in the area.

This manti was just lovely! I really enjoyed the way it was prepared, different from your typical…read moreTurkish ravioli. :) The yogurt was soft and light, a little liquidy for my tastes, but made an excellent topping. I also enjoyed the nuts, I had never seen manti served with nuts before and that was an interesting and welcome garnish. However, the whole meal didn't sit right in my stomach, and I suffered from weird indigestion all night. :/ The only thing that has given me that result in Istanbul so far has been çiğ köfte from Migros! Uh oh... The place also loses a star for its sterile appearance. Nothing about the restaurant makes you feel cozy, warm, or at home. It's decorated like a hospital! O_o Nevertheless I'd recommend it to someone who loves manti or wants to try something different from Turkish cuisine. I might not go back, though.