begüm The European Side of Istanbul offers breakfast enthusiasts a wide variety of choices. You can start the day peacefully with a Bosphorus-front breakfast, savour a lavish serpme kahvaltı at stylish cafés in the city centre, or opt for tranquil venues hidden away in secret gardens.
In this guide, I’ve put together a curated list of the best breakfast places on Istanbul’s European Side. Get ready to discover spots that stand out not only for their delightful views but also for their budget-friendly options and unique atmospheres!
List of Breakfast Places on the European Side of Istanbul
- 1Aşşk Kahve
- 2Van Kahvaltı Evi – Beyoğlu
- 3Şazeli Florya
- 4Nişantaşı Bazlama Kahvaltı
- 5Mükellef – Karaköy
- 6Emirgan Sütiş – Sarıyer
- 7Mimar Sinan Teras Cafe
- 8Flamingo Köy – Çatalca
- 9Geyikli Cafe – Turkcell Platinium Park
- 10Bi Kahvaltı – Beşiktaş
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Breakfast Places on the European Side of Istanbul
Aşşk Kahve
Located in Kuruçeşme with a stunning view of the Bosphorus, Aşşk Kahve is one of the favourite spots for breakfast lovers, thanks to both its ambiance and flavours. The café attracts attention with its stylish and romantic atmosphere. Breakfast is served à la carte here, meaning you order only what you want from the menu and pay for your selection.
Highlighted breakfast options include halloumi cheese, acuka, sucuk (Turkish sausage), organic honey and clotted cream from Datça, and various homemade jams. As of 2025, some menu prices are:
- Jetgiller Breakfast: 649 TL
- Datça Honey & Clotted Cream: 240 TL
- Menemen: 341 TL
- Smoked Tongue & Tongue Cheese Croissant: 462 TL
Aşşk Kahve is an ideal choice for those who want to start their day peacefully by the Bosphorus.
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Address: Muallim Naci Cad. No:64/B, Kuruçeşme, Beşiktaş, Istanbul
Phone: 0 212 265 4734
Van Kahvaltı Evi – Beyoğlu
Among the unique flavours of Van cuisine, herb cheese, kavut with honey and walnuts, walnut çemen, murtuğa, and jaji stand out. Additionally, the breakfast table includes classic items like çemen, tahini & molasses, tomatoes, and cucumbers, accompanied by unlimited tea and crispy fried dough (pişi).
The café is famous for the queues that form on weekends, but once you get a seat, every minute of waiting is worth it. This is a must-visit spot for anyone wanting to experience the unique tastes of Van breakfast.
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Address: Kılıçali Paşa Mah., Defterdar Yokuşu No:52, Beyoğlu, Istanbul
Şazeli – Florya
Far from the chaos of buffet breakfasts, Şazeli serves its breakfast as a plated (serpme) meal. As of 2025, the plated breakfast costs 975 TL per person and offers a rich variety of flavours: aged kaşar cheese, tulum cheese, braided Ezine cheese, butter, honeycomb, tahini & molasses, acuka, cold cuts, olives, ham, fried sausage, pastirma, börek, and poğaça. Additionally, menemen, eggs with roasted meat, unlimited tea, and traditional Turkish coffee are included.
With both its flavours and view, Şazeli is an excellent choice for breakfast in Florya.
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Address: Şenlikköy Mah. Halkalı Cad. Florya Turistik Tesis Yanı No.10, Florya-Bakırköy/Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 547 01 01
Nişantaşı Bazlama Kahvaltı
Çeşme Bazlama Kahvaltı is a popular breakfast spot in Nişantaşı that brings the traditional flavours of the Aegean region to Istanbul. The café is well-known for its homemade jams, fried dough (pişi), bazlama bread, acuka (spicy spread), and menemen (Turkish-style scrambled eggs). Breakfast is served hot and comes with unlimited tea. The owner, Ms Sinem, warmly welcomes guests saying, “No one leaves the table hungry.”
The breakfast uses regional products such as olives from Hatay, tomatoes from Çeşme, and butter from Trabzon. Additionally, 36 types of jam prepared according to special recipes by Nurten Anne, and a three-cheese aubergine dish are served on the table. The platter breakfast is unlimited and, as of 2025, costs 750 TL.
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Address: Teşvikiye Mh. Ahmet Fetgari Sok. No: 40, Nişantaşı, Istanbul
Phone: +90 541 229 52 62
Mükellef – Karaköy
Owned by the famous chef Arda Türkmen, Mükellef Karaköy stands out with a breakfast full of unique flavours. Located on the rooftop of The Haze Hotel in Karaköy, the venue offers a delightful breakfast experience with views of Galata Tower and the Bosphorus.
The Mükellef breakfast includes original tastes such as olive salad, crispy courgette with tahini and walnuts, and tutmaç börek. Alongside these, you will find Ezine white cheese, aged Trakya cheddar, İzmir tulum cheese, three types of seasonal jam, honey and buffalo cream, tahini & molasses, and unlimited tea. Hot dishes such as menemen, sunny-side-up eggs, or omelettes are also available. As of 2025, the price is 850 TL, with each item freshly and carefully prepared.
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Address: Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa, Maliye Cd. 8/A, 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
Phone: +90 212 252 86 36
Emirgan Sütiş – Sarıyer
Located by the Bosphorus, Emirgan Sütiş stands out with its nostalgic atmosphere and extensive breakfast menu. The à la carte breakfast includes options such as honey and cream, a fresh vegetable platter, menemen, and fried eggs with sucuk. Since weekends can be very busy, visiting early is recommended.
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Address: Emirgan Mahallesi, Sakıp Sabancı Cd. No:46, 34467 Sarıyer/İstanbul
Phone: +90 212 323 50 30
Mimar Sinan Teras Cafe
Located in the Historical Peninsula near Süleymaniye Mosque, Mimar Sinan Teras Cafe offers both an Old Istanbul view and a Bosphorus panorama. The venue serves a traditional Turkish breakfast platter every day of the week, including olives, börek, fried sausages, and sunny-side-up eggs. As of 2025, the price is 1,150 TL for two people. After breakfast, sipping Turkish coffee and taking photos against the Bosphorus view is very popular.
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Address: Demirtaş, Fetva Ykş. No:34, 34134 Fatih/İstanbul
Phone: +90 212 514 44 14
Flamingo Köy – Çatalca
One of the popular countryside getaways close to Istanbul’s European Side, Flamingoköy is both a wildlife park and a breakfast venue. Here, you can enjoy breakfast while watching flamingos. The restaurant serves a platter-style breakfast on weekdays and an open buffet on weekends.
The menu includes various cheeses and olives, sausages in tomato sauce, sigara böreği, fried potatoes and peppers, fresh vegetables, honey with cream, and more. Menemen or fried eggs with sucuk can also be ordered. As of 2025, the platter breakfast is 980 TL per person, while the open buffet is 1,080 TL.
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Address: Gökçeali Mahallesi, 34540 Çatalca/İstanbul
Phone: +90 552 377 61 61
Geyikli Cafe – Turkcell Platinium Park
For a nature-filled breakfast in Istanbul, Geyikli Cafe at Turkcell Platinium Park is an ideal choice, located among pine trees and greenery. The park also offers various activities such as a children’s playground, off-road driving, archery, and horse riding. After breakfast, guests can take a forest walk accompanied by deer.
The breakfast platter, served for a minimum of two people, includes sucuk, fried potatoes, menemen, grilled halloumi, yoghurt with apples, honey and cream, tahini and molasses, jams, fried dough (pişi), simit, and su böreği. There is also a single-person Classic Forest Breakfast available.
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Address: Ayazağa, 208. Sk., 34398 Sarıyer/İstanbul
Phone: +90 531 228 40 40
Bi Kahvaltı – Beşiktaş
Located on the famous Breakfast Street in Beşiktaş, Pişi Breakfast & Burger is a favourite stop for those who want an energetic start to the day. True to its name, the venue is known for its freshly made “pişi”, a traditional fried bread, served hot and delicious.
The breakfast platter also includes fresh cheeses, olives, honey, butter, and homemade jams. Classic choices such as menemen, fried eggs, and sucuk with eggs are also on the menu, ensuring options for every taste.
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Address: Sinanpaşa Mahallesi, Ihlamurdere Cad., Çelebi Oğlu Sk. No:21-23/B, 34353 Beşiktaş/İstanbul
Phone: +90 212 258 34 23
Opening hours: Daily 07:30 – 17:00
Price range: 300–400 TL
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