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Haci Bekir / Dilseker - Cafe in Eminönü, Istanbul
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Haci Bekir / Dilseker

Best Turkish delight since 1777

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Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed December 2024
Eminönü |
$$ Great value for Cafe
|
08:30 - 19:30
|
9 /10
| Last reviewed: Dec 2024

Dilseker carries on the tradition of Ottoman confectionery that dates to 1777 when Haci Bekir invented Turkish delight. The shop near Eminönü offers an extraordinary variety of lokum in classic and modern flavors, each piece a small work of art. The original sweet shop experience.

Editor's Tip

The best Turkish delight in Istanbul since 1777. Sample before buying - the variety is astonishing.

At a Glance

Established
1777
Capacity
30 · intimate
Cuisine
patisserie
Average Spend
300 TRY / per person

Signature Dishes

  • Rose lokum
  • Pistachio lokum
  • Double roasted lokum
  • Akide candy

Signature Drinks

  • Turkish tea

Insider Tips

Must Order

Rose lokumDouble roasted pistachio lokum

Pro Tips

  • Haci Bekir invented Turkish delight in 1777
  • Sample before buying - the variety is astonishing
  • Perfect gifts to take home

Pricing Guide

Per Person

300 TRY

Range: 100 - 600

Service charge: Not included | Tipping: not customary

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2 people

Minimum

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Typical

—

Maximum

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Atmosphere

Music

none

Volume Level

quiet

Conversation friendly

Capacity

30 guests

intimate venue

Dress Code

casual

Ambiance: bright lighting, traditional turkish & classic elegant style

Views & Setting

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Indoor

Food & Drinks

Cuisine

patisserie

Food Quality

*****/5

Must-Try Dishes

  • Rose lokum
  • Pistachio lokum
  • Double roasted lokum
  • Akide candy

Signature Drinks

  • Turkish tea

Reservations

Policy

Walk-in OK

Weekday

Not needed

Weekend

Not needed

phone

The Crowd

Vibe

quiet refined

touristslocals

Perfect For

Family Gathering

Recognition & Quality

Consistency

legendary

Value for Money

****/5

Local Opinion

beloved

Established 1777 | independent

Getting There

Parking

Not available

Difficulty: challenging

Transport

Taxi: moderate

Tell your driver: Near Eminönü, Spice Bazaar area

Wheelchair Accessible

Staff speaks: Turkish, English

Service style: friendly casual

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