Our favorite cafe in Karaköy! The best espresso coffee and plenty of room to sit indoors and…read moreoutdoors. They have cookies and cakes, but I didn't try them (allergies). There's a restroom in the back. Pay card or cash, speak English or Turkish. Walk here; parking is not really possible (residents park on the extreme hill side street but not visitors). They also have meals.

Nice interior and solid coffee compared to some good jazz…read more Good for both working and chilling. The filter coffee is hand brewed. Recommend!

First time eating here and apparently first time reviewed on Yelp. Menus are in Turkish and English…read morewhich is very helpful. Servers are prompt and friendly. They have a huge menu of items so there is something for every taste.(See menu photos). Just stopped for drinks and something sweet on a hot afternoon. Orderedf the fruity waffle. If you like chocolate you are luck. Loaded with milk chocolate (like Nutella). The Frozen drinks are delicious. Many flavors to choose. Suggest trying the Dut frozen drink for something local, different and delicious. Ask for no ice cubes (büz yok) to get the most drink. The milkshakes were less impressive. They are not thick like Canada so be prepared for something more milky. Overall good experience. Will come back to try more!

Viyana Kahvesi was one of my favorite café experiences in Istanbul. The location alone is worth…read morevisiting, with an absolutely stunning view of the iconic Galata Tower. Sitting outside, enjoying dessert while taking in one of the city's most recognizable landmarks, creates a truly unforgettable atmosphere. Of course, the star of the show is their famous San Sebastián cheesecake. It lived up to every bit of the hype. Perfectly creamy, rich, and slightly caramelized on the outside, it was incredible on its own--but the warm chocolate drizzle takes it to another level. Every bite was indulgent without being overly sweet, making it one of the best desserts I've had anywhere. The combination of amazing food, excellent coffee, and a front-row view of the beautiful Galata Tower makes this a must-visit spot in Istanbul. Whether you're looking for the perfect dessert, a relaxing café experience, or an Instagram-worthy view, Viyana Kahvesi delivers on all fronts. A true Istanbul gem that I'll be thinking about long after returning home.

Popular for a reason. The coffee is delicious and the view is wonderful for people watching! The…read moreservice was super quick and efficient and everyone was friendly. I of course had to try the cheesecake and it really was that good. Paired really well with a black Turkish coffee to cut the richness of it. I'm still thinking about it, weeks later!!

Located in the spice market this is a super busy and fabulous dessert shop. They have a counter…read morewhere you can stand and eat and a couple of tables as well. They make a few varieties of künefe which is a fabulous dessert made from semolina and cheese and served with a rose water syrup. It's to die for. Slow cooked in a large pan and crust outside and gooey and sickly sweet inside. It's busy so don't hesitate to butt in if necessary. It's not the place where you wait in line patiently as you may never get served. They speak no English so just point and pay and try a couple of things. You can thank me later ;-)) I first had künefe at a Lebanese friends house and have loved it since. They use clarified butter in this place and that gives it the extra flavour ;-)) It's a great place to stop whilst at the spice market.

Must have Kunefe in Istanbul. Period. A bit hard to find but worth it. The butter/cream that they…read moregive with the Kunefe is excellent.

Great atmosphere with a nice vibe. Food was excellent and promptly brought. Prices were very…read morereasonable. If you are looking for a traditional Turkish Breakfast you should try Sutis...

Nice clean atmosphere, greeted with a smile, and the service was excellent. The seating was…read morecomfortable, and we sat near the window with a great view of the city. The food is subpar. The menu kinda reminded me of a chilis in the U.S. so if you're looking for the traditional shawarma or humus. This isn't the place. Their latte was good though.

On our final night in Istanbul wanted a special meal. This place is incredible. Classy and elegant…read morebut no need to dress up. Gorgeous view. Excellent service from everyone. Was given complimentary baba ganoush and stuffed grape leaves with sour cherries, lavash bread, and pomegranate juice. The appetizers were to die for. I really could have just eaten them. Artichoke hearts, warm roasted eggplant, shepherd's salad all so fresh and beautifully seasoned. Our entrees were minced beef and lamb wrapped in phyllo dough and fried chicken on eggplant. For dessert, baked rice pudding and ice cream. Extensive wine list. Really can't say enough about how interesting and atypical the menu was.

Got the sailor honey roll which is several Turkish cheeses in phyllo dough served with juniper…read morehoney. Tasted great! Also it came with a shot of pomegranate ginger juice and house made baba ganoush. The waiters kept coming to me after eating in hopes I would order a main but I was so stuffed after the Sailor honey roll. Ambience was nice. Just wish I didn't feel pressured to buy more stuff as I was finishing up the Evian water I had to pay for.

Excellent coffee shop, mainly focused in Turkish coffee. Nice presentation, friendly staff, good…read moreprice. Great stop to take a break from the crowds.