The Best Breakfast in Istanbul

Start your morning right with these local breakfast spots in Istanbul. Whether you’re looking for a traditional breakfast, something sweet or a late morning brunch, our Spotters have discovered the best local spots to kickstart your day. Grab a coffee and a good book at Minoa Pera or head to Petra Roasting Co., known for its exceptional brews. For a long brunch, check out Cuma Café. Discover these and many more locals gems for a perfect morning in Istanbul!

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Lil Bake

Lovely spot for a sweet snack

Lil Bake is a small, lovely spot in the heart of Moda, Istanbul. My favorite used to be the pistachio Paris breast, until I tasted their croissants...

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Cemre

Sandal

Aug 30, 2025

Forno Balat

Friendly cafe in the Golden Horn

"Forno Balat" in Istanbul has amazing breakfast -- the best scrambled eggs and open-buffet and homemade jams I've tasted in Turkey.

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Emre

Kamar

Aug 30, 2025

Norm Coffee

Such a cozy spot

"Norm Coffee" Istanbul makes me feel as if I'm in a spaceship travelling to a coffee planet every time! It's just one of my favorite spots in the city.

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Zekeriya

S. Sen

Aug 30, 2025

Turkish Tea

Enjoy a glass of tea

Turkish Tea is had after each meal, and it's a reflection of hospitality. When in Istanbul, have it at small local tea houses in Sultanahmet.

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Zekeriya

S. Sen

Aug 30, 2025

Ethem Tezçakar

Best Turkish coffee in town

"Ethem Tezçakar" Coffee makes much better coffee than other places in Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, so it's important to visit this one small shop!

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Zekeriya

S. Sen

Aug 30, 2025

Güllüoğlu Karaköy

The taste of baklava

Güllüoğlu Karaköy is an amazing baklava shop in Istanbul, one of the most famous of all. My tip: don't stop at the baklava, try their lemonade as well!

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Zekeriya

S. Sen

Aug 30, 2025

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