Istanbul city guide

Coffee worth going back to in Istanbul.

12 cafés on the Brew Routes map, organized around the cup, the room, and whether each place earns another visit.

Istanbul guide

12 cafés worth a look

Most would-go-back signals first.

Wood-paneled neighborhood hub with a relaxed vibe, serving standout filter coffee alongside wandering local cats.

Tiny, island-based social hub with outdoor seating perfect for post-stroll coffee and community vibes.

Modern, quiet industrial roastery with a laptop-friendly atmosphere perfect for focused office-day sessions.

Bright, minimalist workspace in Cihangir featuring Istanbul's only Slayer machine and laptop-friendly tables.

Buzzy neighborhood hub with a cozy interior and outdoor seating, perfect for a communal brunch.

Eclectic, higgledy-piggledy community hub with a warm atmosphere, local event flyers, and acidic specialty brews.

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Energetic, vine-decorated neighborhood hangout with a cozy atmosphere and great outdoor seating for groups.

Rustic, industrial social hub with limited indoor seating and a lively outdoor street-side atmosphere.

Minimalist second-floor workspace with a calm ambiance and a balcony overlooking Kadıköy's busy streets.

Large industrial roastery and social hub featuring vintage decor, an antique Mercedes, and communal tables.

Vibrant Kadıköy social hub in a historic building with exposed brick and an outdoor patio.

Quiet Ottoman-era workspace with exposed brick, fast internet, and a hidden garden for focused study.

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