Tatlıcı Safa — Restaurant in Fatih

Delicious Kunafa and Baklava with a Stunning View

I recently visited Safa and was blown away by their delicious kunafa and baklava! The kunafa had an incredible pull and was simply fantastic. Plus, the view at night is breathtaking, offering a fantastic glimpse of Istanbul's bustling business scene.

Their baklava is also a must-try. Not only are the prices comparable to those in the bazaar, but the quality is top-notch. I particularly enjoyed the fat glazed over the baklava, which added an extra layer of flavor.

While Safa's cold baklava was good, I must admit it didn't quite reach the exceptional standard set by Karakoy Gulluoglu. Nonetheless, Safa remains a favorite spot for indulging in delightful treats and enjoying the mesmerizing ambiance of Istanbul at night. Highly...

I bought my lokum (Turkish Delight) from this popular cafe chain to bring back home. It came in a nice tin and the price was reasonable for the area. It's a busy place so the order taker can be a bit abrupt. I wanted an assortment and he kept asking me what I wanted. After a couple attempts he realized to just throw a bit of everything in the tin. Taste and quality were very good compared to the basic pre-packaged varieties. Next time I'll also get my baklava assortment from here, because at the cheap shop I went to everything looked different but tasted the same with few signs of pistachios. Here the baklava looked much...

One of my favorite spots to get fresh baklava. This is right outside of the spice market. They have a kunefe stand which is great. They also have a second and third floor where you can sit and eat some desserts with Turkish Coffee or Tea. I love bringing their baklava back home to the US, they have a sealing machine to ensure freshness and that the product won't get out of the box. The baklava once sealed will last for 7 days. This place feels very authentic and cozy despite it being right inside the market area; workers are really nice as well. There is a restroom as well on their top floor....