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""Cafe Setup" is a stylish & cool cafe in Istanbul that is stylish and cool yet also very hospitable. It's great for breakfast and long Sunday brunches..."

It sounds like an oxymoron but it's true: Cafe Setup is so stylish & cool decorated, and the staff is also very hospitable both to the guests and to their pet friends. Being located in the heart of Kabatas in Istanbul, it is very easy to reach by public transport. 

Setup is a totally summer spot, but the winter nights are more fun because they set up burn barrels in the street to keep you warm and gather around with friends.

It's a good option for each time of the day. They offer a wide selection for breakfast: Menemen is my favorite, try it and you won't regret it. There's also a variety of sidedishes in the menu that go well with beer. And the chestnut cake!!! Apart from the delicious coffee, tasting it is a must.

Setup also has a great Burger House (Setup Burger) and modern Turkish Meyhane (Setup Deli) a couple of buildings up ahead. They are good 'after' options. I love having a long Sunday brunch in Cafe Setup, then after chilling there for a couple more hours, when it's raki o'clock, moving on to Setup Deli for the next step... 

The Bosphorus view with the Maiden's Tower, ships and boats, and a great landscape are all bonuses!

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About me An Istanbul-based freelance digital marketing professional with a literature background. Communication is art, art is a form of communication and I am obsessed with these two in my both personal and professional life. Being an exploration addict with a passion for travel, I think it’s the best way to explore the world by collecting stories. Find me at the best concerts and theatre plays in town and I will always be ready to share my recent discoveries & tips with you! Why Istanbul Istanbul: they call it chaos, we call it home....

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