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Ethem Efendi Kahvalti - Cafe in Bagdat Caddesi, Istanbul
Cafe Editor's Pick

Ethem Efendi Kahvalti

All-day organic breakfast in a historic Erenkoy mansion

Bagdat Caddesi |
$$$
|
08:30-17:00 daily
|
8.6 /10

Located in a beautifully restored historic mansion on Ethem Efendi Caddesi in Erenkoy, this breakfast-only destination has become a pilgrimage site for Turkish kahvalti lovers. Founded by Dilek Ciftci, the venue sources organic products from Aegean and Mediterranean villages, featuring 36 varieties of natural jams and eggs from chickens that roam the mansion's garden. With a 500+ capacity across the mansion interior, garden, and terrace, it offers an all-day breakfast experience from 8:30am to 5pm.

Editor's Tip

Historic mansion setting. 36 jam varieties. Chickens in garden. The quintessential Turkish breakfast experience on the Asian side.

Insider Tips

  • The mansion setting is the star - explore the building and garden
  • Chickens roam the garden - kids love it
  • 36 jam varieties are all natural, from different Turkish regions
  • Go early on weekends to avoid peak crowds
  • Garden terrace is magical in spring and summer
  • Also has branches in Goztepe (Villa Maral) and Etiler

Pricing Guide

Per Person

900 TRY

Range: 500 - 1,500

Couples Dinner

1,800 TRY

Range: 1,200 - 3,000

Service charge: Not included | Tipping: expected 10-15

Atmosphere

Music

traditional, ambient

Subtle background music

Volume Level

Conversation friendly

Capacity

500 guests

large venue

Dress Code

casual

Ambiance: natural lighting, historic & ottoman & garden style

Views & Setting

View Type

garden

View Quality

excellent

Indoor Terrace

Rain covered | Year-round

Food & Drinks

Cuisine

turkish, aegean, anatolian

Food Quality

*****/5

Bar Program

none cocktails

none wine list

Must-Try Dishes

  • Unlimited breakfast spread
  • Bazlama
  • Gozleme
  • Pisi
Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Options Gluten-Free Available

Reservations

Policy

recommended

Weekday

Same day

Weekend

1-2 days ahead recommended

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Tip: Weekend reservations essential. Request garden seating in good weather.

Best Times to Visit

Best Days

Saturday, Sunday

Avoid: 11:00-13:00 if avoiding peak crowds

The Crowd

Age Range

25-65

Vibe

traditional celebration

Mix

90% Locals, 5% Tourists

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Instagram Worthiness: *****/5

Best spots: Mansion exterior, Breakfast spread, Garden with chickens, Jam display

Perfect For

Celebration

Kids: yes

Recognition & Quality

Consistency

reliable

Value for Money

****/5

Local Opinion

beloved

Getting There

Parking

private

Difficulty: easy

Transport

Taxi: convenient

Tell your driver: Historic mansion on Ethem Efendi Caddesi, Erenkoy

Wheelchair Accessible

Staff speaks: Turkish, English

Service style: traditional warm