The food is amazing, tastes even better because you can feel it is made and prepared with a lot of love. Family restaurant , makes you feel like at home, cozy . People are beautiful and always smiling. You will leave this place with smile on your face with a best feeling.

I am from the US. I LOVE this cafe. Awesome customer service. The food is so good. Beautiful and romantic atmosphere. My girlfriend and I keep going back. I love the Turkish breakfast!!! I always get an iced latte and a velvet salad when we come for lunch. My girlfriend always gets a mixed meat wrap. I wish that I could take this place back to the states - Alex & Milana

The best breakfast I have ever had was in this cafe. My visit to Velvet Cafe in Balat was awesome, the service was so kind. The atmosphere looked so unique and amazing. They make homemade food which tasted super delicious that I wanted more and more.

It is a very very beautiful cafe which serves I think the best breakfast so far we tried in Istanbul. It is a cozy one, it’s not a touristy place which is great as you can enjoy your time.

Velvet Cafe offers incredible food. This is hands down my favourite place to eat in all of Fatih and Istanbul. Reserve in advance so you can sit outside. All the menus are created handmade and there is a beautiful family feel to the place. The food is made with love and care and the staff are always smiling and delightful. I had the turkish breakfast and it was insane. The honey was the best I had ever tasted, and as well as the usual food served (cheese, olives etc), there was also personal touches such as the onion bread and dough ball. These were so delicious. I shall be back once I am in Turkey again!!

Such a cozy spot for breakfast The staff is amazing very friendly and welcoming The turkish coffee is great Their breakfast selection is decent The only place I saw in istanbul that had Zaatar in their breakfast

Such a Lovely Vintage cafe in Istanbul. A Brunch restaurant with beautiful vintage decoration. Very welcoming staff. They serve only breakfast till 2pm. Reserve a table in advance. ❗️ Elegant service with delicious local food.

I FELL IN LOVE♥️ This place is very lovely their delicate details tell a lot. You have to book a table before you go there, we went for breakfast, I loved how their menu is; very creative. The cafe’s interior is beautiful lots of trees and antique tables and chairs such a great vibes. Food is simple and limited but, well prepared and delicious. Service here is outstanding all the staff are so friendly, considerate and professional, also they spoke great English. I totally recommend this place, truly worth the experience.

really interesting place. interior is like a whacked out run down palace. blueberry lemon soda drink was excellent. service w bit slow but they were busy. indoor and garden seating. seems to be lbgtq+ friendly. recommended.

Wonderful place, wonderful service, polite, friendly and easygoing owner. Decoration very carefully done. Everything we tasted was special. From the fruit pie, to the ice latte, the full Turkish breakfast, etc ..

I will remember this place as a beautiful memory from Istanbul. It was a snowy day and we were looking for a coffee place to go inside and warm up a bit and we found this place, which is the definition of coziness. I enjoyed very much their products, everything was tasty and warm and good. The atmosphere was very peaceful and we had a great time there.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting this family owned business, and I must say, it was an absolute delight. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with the warm and inviting scent of freshly baked bread, spices, and espresso. The menu was filled with a variety of traditional Turkish breakfast dishes, all made with the freshest ingredients and served in generous portions. The star of the show was the pişi, a classic Turkish frıed bread that was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It was served with a variety of spreads and sweet and savory toppings, including garlic and herb butter, , orange butter, honey, kaymak, and an amazing peanut butter sweeter with dates. Another standout dish was the menemen, a traditional Turkish egg dish made with tomatoes, peppers, and spices. The eggs were perfectly cooked and blended well with the rich and tangy tomato sauce. The breakfast also included a range of cheeses, olives, and fresh vegetables, which were beautifully presented and added a refreshing element to the meal. The homemade jams and marmalades were also a highlight, with a wide variety of flavors ranging from tahini with molasses to a carrot and orange marmalade that was to die for. To accompany our meal, we were served a traditional Turkish tea, which was the perfect complement to the rich and hearty breakfast. Overall, I would highly recommend the Velvet Cafe to anyone looking for a unique and satisfying dining experience. The food was delicious, the coffee was fantastic, the atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and the service was above and beyond with a most friendly and attentive staff. If you're a fan of breakfast foods (or just good food in general), or just looking to try something new, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit.

It was my first time trying Turkish Breakfast so wasn't sure what to expect and I was excited to try Velvet Cafe given all the positive reviews. Unfortunately it didnt live up to our expectations and other reviews. The food came out very slow and they forgot our eggs which we only realised at the very end, once everything else was finished. The eggs were very salty and so couldn't finish it. The quality of the food and taste of the different spreads was okay, not heaps of food just lots of bread. Not worth 400 lira per person in my opinion. The fried bread was tasty though. However, the wait staff were really lovely and friendly. The atmosphere was quite nice. Maybe the other food options might be better.

It is my first day in Istanbul. I happened to see the Velvet Café on Google maps near my Airbnb. It looked intriguing and I decided to check it out. I was not disappointed. I am a solo traveler and they seated me in the lovely garden. The traditional Turkish breakfast was suggested and I took the suggestion. If ever there was a time for mindfulness when eating, it was here. The food was a kaleidoscope of color and an explosion of flavor. I savored every bite. The wait staff explained each dish as it was set on my table and they checked in with me to make sure everything was okay even with a full house of customers. Truly an experience in eating. I highly recommend it if you are in the Balat area.

The best Turkish breakfast we had in Istanbul! This place is so lovely with a perfect ambiance. They have a beautiful wall of vintage teacups you can have your tea in. The service was top notch and many of the breakfast spreads (jams, butters, etc) were made in-house, they even spent time explaining the Turkish names of the food to me. The quality of everything was really good. It’s definitely worth a visit and a trip to Balat!

(Translated by Google) MEDIA MARKET PLACE .. PRICES ARE EXPENSIVE THAN NUSRETT .. MEALS LEŞ .. BRIEFLY IF YOU WANT TO HAVE A MEAL BY THE TRASH BOX. (Original) ORTAM PAZAR YERİ.. FİYATLAR NUSRETTEN PAHALI.. YEMEKLER LEŞ.. KISACASI ÇÖP KUTUSU YANINDA YEMEK YEMEK İSTERSENİZ BUYRUN GELİN EFENDİM..

Very beautiful 80's decorations. The workers are so nice and breakfast is so tasty.

The over all experience was stunning. I loved everything in this little cafe. The service was so professional and generous. The food was delicious and the quantity was perfect and the prices was reasonable. My family really enjoyed the breakfast experience. يستاهل، كل شيء كان جميل و مرتب و الأكل كان واااايد حلو

Such a cute cafe. Perfect atmosphere, eclectic design, amazing turkish breakfast spread (which we had at 15:00 ;) and great service from our waiter Dogu. Definitely recommended!

It’s a really nice place with a good vibe and tasty food. The stuff was really nice as well. The prices are also good. Not that cheap but not to expensive either. Definitely recommend it

By far one of the most beautiful cafe I’ve been to. Staff are friendly and well mannered. The service is a bit slow. Don’t forget to try Helva; super delicious!

A place that takes you back in time, a cozy vintage interior and lovely staff. Everything they serve is really good, Salep is good, helva and white Velvet are also delicious. Note: You can choose the vintage cup that you want to drink with tea or turkish coffee.

This place has my heart. Cute lovely cafe sitting in the heart of balat. Super lovely decor, ambience, amazing food, not to miss hand made menu and the owner who is super friendly and an amazing photographer. I wish I could go back to time and spend some time at this lovely cafe. ❤️

(Translated by Google) I had a job, my Internet package was finished in the beginning, I had to look at something from the Internet.I entered this cafe, greeted the situation with a smiling face and asked how long it would take when he explained the password and asked how long it would take I would sit on the sidewalk across the cafe and do it for two minutes, I typed the password, but I didn't want to continue on my way. (Original) İşim vardı balatta İnternet paketim bitti İnternetten bişeye bakmam gerekiyordu bu kafeye girdim güler yüzle karşıladı durumu izzah edip şifreyi isteyince suratı düştü ne kadar sürer diye sordu ben kafenin karşısındaki kaldırıma oturup iki dakika halledecektim şifreyi yazdım ama bağlanmadı bende bidaha istemedim yoluma devam ettim

Only had drinks and dessert. The orange cake was decent (a bit on the oily side) and the halva tasty. Service is young and not very attentive, and the decor is your hipster overly kitsch vibe. It is what you expect from a hipster cafe. Their breakfasts looked legit though.

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(Translated by Google) The perfect place used as a wine cellar in the 50s. It is a privilege to be in the environment ... (Original) 50 li yıllarda şarap mahzeni olarak kullanılan mükemmel mekan. Ortamda bulunmak bir ayrıcalık...

Set in a very cool bohemian area. Order the Turkish coffee and you get to choose your cup (once hearing the history of them)! Lovely garden out back.

The place is nice and quiet and they are very kind to the customers ...👍

(Translated by Google) I love this place very much, while it closed at 22:00 in the past, they started to close at 20:00 on all days. This saddens me. Here, eat flour halva with cream and eat it, my efenim. Investment advice is invest in flour halva. Flour halva .. (Original) Ben burayı çok seviyorum eskiden akşam saat 22.00'da kapatıyorlarken artık tüm günlerde 20.00'da kapatmaya başlamışlar. Bu beni üzer. Burada kaymaklı un helvası yiyin yedirin efenim.. Yatırım tavsiyesidir un helvasına yatırım yapın. Un helvası..

Cozy place with lovely atmosphere! Amazing location for resting and having a breakfast. Waitress Berfin so nice and helpful. Also thee price is good. We'll be back, 100%

Its a nice place that reflects the soul of Balat, old Istanbul house ,furnished with antiques. Enjoy the delicious food with a marvoulous presentation.

One of the most beautiful places in Istanbul. People here are super friendly and fast and willing to suggest or explain. Clean! Cozy! And high standard taste in a good balance with prices! The taste.... Don't miss the butter with orange at the breakfast menu. Actually everything in the breakfast was excellent!

(Translated by Google) I think it is arguably the most enjoyable and best cafe around Balat. Turkish coffee is also great in cups (Original) Bence tartismasiz Balat civarinin en keyifli, en iyi kafesi. Turk kahvesi de fincanlari da harika

Nice atmosphere, concept space, sympathetic things… need a little bit time to coup up after the COVID break

Lovely cafe. Good service. Friendly staff. Desserts are great. Vintage style decor and very cosy. Lovely. There is also another branch in Galata. Quaint and cute.

Even though it’s a crowded branch, I love it. The interiors are mesmerizing. Food is good. If you’re a cat person, do head for the seating arrangement in the backyard.

Very warm and cosy. Good food and good service

Wonderful!!! One of the best breakfasts of my life . Super fantastic and quirky antique decor . Delightfully friendly English speaking staff. Regional cheeses and olive oil, homemade bread and other culinary delights! I will happily return . Highly recommended .

I came with a recommendation. I discovered a cozy spot, well designed ,incredible food, and the owner was warm and very welcoming! I will definitely recommend for friends, and for sure will get back on the future ❤️

Went first thing in the morning for breakfast! Great atmosphere! lovely staff!! Ordered the Turkish breakfast, Coffee and borek! It was great! highly recommend it!

Loved lunch/brunch at this place 😍 it’s amazing and the owner is soooooo nice. The food was really good, the service is exquisite and loved the decorations ❤️

Lovely decor, friendly service and good food. Great place to relax. Recommend!

One of the best places to have breakfast in Istanbul, in addition for being in Balat, the place is very authentic and unique, staff are extremely friendly, you can choose the warm sit inside or the garden. You will be amazed by the details of every corner. We ordered the cheese toast, Cheese Omlette, Tea, orange juice for 190 TL. Prices are very affordable. Highly recommended

(Translated by Google) Kufic lover (Original) عاشق الكوفي

(Translated by Google) It is a cozy place that draws you in as soon as you enter through the door. I loved the products served with a very satisfying breakfast, the hot bagel and Turkish bagel. It was very nice that they chose the cup of Turkish coffee according to your taste and gave you information about where it came from. Thank you very much that the employees love their work. (Original) Kapıdan içeri girdiğiniz anda sizi içine çeken sıcacık bir mekan.Kahvaltısı oldukça doyurucu servis edilen ürünlere sıcak pişi ve simidine bayıldım.Türk kahvesini içeceğiniz fincanı zevkinize göre kendiniz seçip size nereden geldiğine dair bilgi vermeleri çok hoştu.Çalışanların işlerini severek yaptıkları çok belli çok teşekkür ederiz

(Translated by Google) For a nostalgic ambiance, exquisite flavors, attentive and meticulous presentation, choose the right address😉 coffee cup and do not leave this place without trying the delicious halvah with your coffeeğ wish to see you again (Original) nostaljik bir ambians, enfes lezzetler, özenli ve titiz sunum için doğru adres😉 kahve fincanınızı seçin ve kahvenizin yanında enfes helvayı denemeden sakın bu mekandan ayrılmayın🥰 yeniden görüşmek dileğiye

(Translated by Google) per person spreading 60 TL. Most of the products are made by themselves. I think the value. (Original) kisi basi serpme 60 tl. cogu urun kendileri tarafindan yapiliyor. değer bence.

(Translated by Google) The environment was nostalgic and their filter coffees were delicious. (Original) Ortam nostaljikti filtre kahveleri çok lezzetliydi

(Translated by Google) Great place I love Velvet Cookie, my love (Original) Harika bir yer Velvet Kurabiyesine bayildim sevgiler

(Translated by Google) I love the cream flour helvacas, I recommend (Original) Kaymaklı un helvasina bayıldım tavsiye ederim

(Translated by Google) Great environment, I would recommend anyone. (Original) Harika bir ortam, herkese tavsiye ederim.

(Translated by Google) The decoration of the venue is very pleasant and does not tire the eye, although there are so many details. The desserts are super. (Original) Mekan dekorasyonu çok keyifli ve gözü yormuyor okadar ayrıntı olmasına rağmen. Tatlılar süper.

(Translated by Google) I went to the café called Velvet, they have a very nice family warmth, I recommend them to everyone. (Original) Velvet denen cafeye gittim kavhalrilari çok güzel aile sıcaklığı var cafede ben herkese tavsiye ederim

(Translated by Google) A great historical place in Balat. Thank you for the friendly service and quality products. I strongly recommend you to eat flour halva. I am sure that even those who do not like flour halva will go again for this flavor. It feels privileged to drink Turkish coffee in beautiful cups. Even sitting in front of his door in his backyard will make you feel at home. (Original) Balat'da harika bir tarihi mekan. Güler yüzlü hizmet ve kaliteli ürünlerle servis için teşekkür ederim. Un helvasını mutlaka yemenizi tavsiye ederim. Un helvası sevmem diyenlerin bile bu lezzet için tekrar gideceğine eminim. Türk kahvesini birbirinden güzel fincanlarda içmek ayrıcalıklı hissettiriyor. Arka bahçesinde, kapısının önünde oturmak bile size evinizde gibi hissettirecek.

Friendly and smiley people. Good prices. Great atmosphere. I loved the place

A good cafe in Istanbul... Very unique and nice. People speak English and they are very friendly. The place is so cosy however the area is so conjuncted.

Nice delicious breakfast, very nice staff..calm and cozy ...worth visiting

Good traditional Turkey breakfast place. Group of six on a short trip to Istanbul had breakfast hear multiple times. The second day we wondered off the traditional breakfast choice to try some of the other offering and weren't as happy with the results. Place can get busy on the weekends, so if you have a group you might want to make reservations.

Charming atmosphere and perfect service! A beautiful collection of tea cups. Definitely one of the nicest places I’ve been in Istanbul.

Classic style looks like an English cafe, in Fener/Balat nice classic area They have a tradition where you pick your own coffee or tea cup out of variaity of porcelain stylish cups (for extra price though) However nice experience and location İ came for sweet and coffee, but breakfast looks nice also

This might be the ONLY cafe in Balat that comes from the original cafe culture and not from insta copy paste types one sees around. Its a delightful little find. The garden is the overall winner, its a gem! Great interior but could have housed some more comfy seating arrangement. Menu is a little dull, but they do it well. Service is great and not in your face, which is a relief from so-very-eager-to-please-kind-sir-madam type of suffacation one experiences all around. Cake selection could be more tempting! It works for me as I am trying to curb my sugar intake. This is the kind of place, one comes to breathe, chill, read, perhaps make new friends. Come and see it for yourselves

Absolutely love the interior decor and design, rustic and vintage. It was elegant and cosy at the same time. There is also a garden behind with outdoor seats. Their homemade iced tea and drinks are delicious and refreshing. Can’t wait to visit again!

(Translated by Google) Nice retro style nice little place (Original) Güzel retro tarzı ufak hoş bir yer

(Translated by Google) One of my favorite cafes in the Balat area (Original) من الكافيهات المفضله عندي في منطقة بلاط

(Translated by Google) The ambiance is amazing. Cafes with character. We usually go to the Galata branch. But here the wider the more beautiful. You choose your own coffee cup. Almost all of them are antiques. The fees are a bit expensive, but you are already giving it to the venue. Service is very good by the way. (Original) Ambiyans muhteşem. Karakteri olan kafelerden. Biz genelde Galata şubesine gidiyoruz. Ama burası daha geniş daha güzel. Kahve fincanınızı kendiniz seçiyorsunuz. Hemen hepsi antika. Ücretler biraz pahalı ama onu da zaten mekana veriyorsunuz. Servis çok iyi bu arada.

Nice historic restaurant in the middle of the old Balat Neighborhood. It’s 10 minutes drive from Sultanahmet. All the furniture are antique and renovated. The dishes are remind me of grandmamas. The breakfast is diverse and includes many Turkish dishes. They have also a traditional ancient dish; thyme and olive oil. The breakfast includes 3 types of cheese. All of them are tasty. The strawberry jam is great. The breakfast there is delicious and I am sure I will go there again.

(Translated by Google) It is the most retro and original atmosphere cafe in Balat. Everybody knows the beauty of flour halva and coffee; Definitive recommendation for first-time visitors. We're going a lot for mixed breakfast with our group of friends. (Original) Balattaki en retro ve orijinal atmosferli kafedir. Un helvası ve kahvesinin güzelliğini her giden bilir; ilk defa gidenler için kesin tavsiyedir. Arkadaş grubumuzla serpme kahvaltı için çokca gidiyoruz gideceğiz

(Translated by Google) The environment is very nice. The creamy flour halva is amazing. It is larger in terms of location than Velvet in Galata and closes later on hours. (22.00) It is said where and in which year the coffee cup you drink was made. I think something sweet. If you went to visit Balat, you should definitely stop by. It is very crowded at the weekend, if possible, I recommend it on weekdays. (Original) Ortam çok güzel. Kaymaklı un helvası muhteşem. Mekân olarak Galatadaki Velvet'ten daha geniş ve saat olarak daha geç kapanıyor.(22.00) İçtiğiniz kahve fincanının nerede ve hangi yıl yapıldığı söyleniyor. Tatlı bir şey bence. Balat'ı gezmeye gittiyseniz mutlaka uğrayın. Hafta sonu çok kalabalık oluyor, imkan varsa hafta içi tavsiye ederim.

(Translated by Google) We left very happy. We found it clean, tidy, delicious. I advise (Original) Çok mutlu ayrıldık. Temiz,düzenli,lezzetli bulduk. Tavsiye ederim

(Translated by Google) One of my favorite places in Balat. You drink coffee in antique cups, taste the mother-made flour halva with cream while the pleasant decoration takes you to the past. The secret garden at the back is also enjoyable. (Original) Balat'ta en çok beğendiğim mekanlardan biri. Antika fincanlarda kahve içiyor, hoş dekorasyon sizi geçmişe götürürken anne yapımı kaymaklı un helvasını tadıyorsunuz. Arkadaki gizli bahçe de keyifli.

Good food, decore and inside garden. extremely affordable prices.

Lovely place. Cozy great for breakfast and afternoon tea. Love the decorations. Food is wonderful they really gave it a thought.

(Translated by Google) Perfect environment :) You can even go for halva (Original) Mükemmel ortam :) helva için Bile gidilir

(Translated by Google) My advice to those who seek decent and quality people for space and peace (Original) Nezih ve kaliteli insanların mekan, huzur arayanlara tavsiyem.

(Translated by Google) Very good (Original) Cok iyi

(Translated by Google) All the staff are very polite and welcoming. The breakfast is delicious, the ambiance is very nice. It's a bit of a remote area and a shabby place. I advise. (Original) Tüm personeller çok kibar ve misafirperver. Kahvaltısı lezzetli, ambiansı çok hoş. Biraz sapa bir bölge ve salaş bir mekan. Tavsiye ederim.

Cosy vibe, loved the layout :)

(Translated by Google) Everything was of very pleasant quality, your smiling face, the environment. But next time we are waiting for another brew of delicious tea :) (Original) Her şey çok keyifli kaliteliydi, güleryüzünüz, ortam. Ama bir sonraki gelişimizde daha bir demli daha bir lezzetli çay bekliyoruz :)

(Translated by Google) It's a very enjoyable place. His backyard was beautiful. (Original) Çok keyifli bir yer. Arka bahçesini çok güzeldi.

(Translated by Google) Very expensive (Original) Çok pahalı

(Translated by Google) Everything is very good thanks (Original) Herşey çok güzel teşekkürler

Velvet Cafe is a hidden gem in Istanbul, a cozy cafe with a warm atmosphere that feels like a home away from home. The friendly service adds a personal touch, and the antique cups add a unique charm to the experience. A perfect spot to unwind with a cup of tea and enjoy the inviting ambiance.