Best Baklava Places in Istanbul

Etiya Res

Mar 26 4269 read

When you think of Turkish dessert culture, baklava is undoubtedly the first thing that comes to mind. Baklava is a special sweet of the most special days and happy moments, and it continues to thrive with new varieties being revealed every day. Despite the fact that it can be found in the kitchens of many countries, research indicates that baklava is native to Central Asian Turkish states. Baklava, which first appeared in the late 17th century, has evolved to suit different palates and is now available with a variety of additions. Baklava, which has a prominent place in Ottoman cuisine, was prepared and delivered in trays to the Janissaries in a ceremonial procession every 15th of Ramadan.

This dessert, which was influential during the Ottoman period and is still popular today, drew more attention and became well-known in Gaziantep. Gaziantep comes to mind first when thinking of baklava because fresh pistachio nuts are cultivated in abundance in this region and used in the dessert, and the city produces dozens of baklava types. Baklava, which is made perfectly in many other parts of the country, continues to sweeten the happiest moments for food and sweet lovers. If you live in Istanbul and like baklava, you can read the rest of this article to learn about the best places for buying Baklava.

Karaköy- Güllüoğlu

Güllüoğlu is one of the famous places that serves Turkish baklava in Karaköy, Istanbul. This shop has attracted millions of Turkish and foreigners baklava lovers over five generations. Güllüoğlu is famous for being the first place to bake baklava in the Turkish fırın (Turkish Oven) in Istanbul. This shop has only one branch in Istanbul and its brand is famous for the logo of Galta tower and the logo of Nadir Güllü which distinguishes it from many other places in this city. When you visit Güllüoğlu you can enjoy many traditional baklava types, such as pistachio and walnut baklava as well as modern baklava varieties, such as chocolate baklava and carrot slices baklava.

Address: Karaköy, Rıhtım Cad. Katlı Otopark Altı No: 3-4 Istanbul / Turkey

Köşkeroğlu Restaurant

Köşkeroğlu was first established in Gaziantep, which is home to variety of delicious Turkish sweets, and later opened four more branches in Istanbul after gaining great fame in Gaziantep. This place is famous for its baklava and şöbiyet desserts, and it is visited annually by hundreds of thousands of foreign and Turkish baklava lovers. Köşkeroğlu offers baklava with pistachios, walnuts or chocolate as well as other food types such as kebabs and lahmacun.

Address: Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa Mahallesi, Mumhane Caddesi, No 2/D, Beyoğlu, Istanbul - Tel: 0212 245 35 14

Gazi Burma

Gazi Burma store, originally from Gaziantep, was opened in Istanbul in the Pendik district and it is one of the best places to serve Turkish baklava in Istanbul. Gazi Burma has two branches in Istanbul that located in the same area. This shop is famous for serving many popular Turkish desserts such as kadayıf, şeker pare (Sugar Board), rivani (sweet semolina pastry), kunafa and the famous Turkish baklava with pistachios and walnuts.

Address: Batı Mahallesi, Dr. Orhan Maltepe Caddesi, No 52/A, Pendik, Istanbul - Tel: 0216 354 27 27

Kaşıbeyaz Baklava

Kaşıbeyaz Baklava store is one of the places that will leave you a very wonderful impression and you will always want to visit back again. Baklava lovers will be able to taste a great and unforgettable baklava when they taste the traditional baklava with pistachios, walnuts and carrot sliced baklava. In addition to Turkish baklava, this store offers many other varieties of Turkish sweets such as Sütlü Nuriye and many other famous turkish sweets.

Address: Nispetiye Mahallesi, Aytar Caddesi, No 31/C, Beşiktaş, İstanbul - Tel: 0212 281 10 50

Emiroğlu Baklavacısı

Emiroğlu Baklavacı is one of the best places to serve Turkish baklava in Istanbul, the name of this place comes to the minds of many baklava lovers when thinking about these delicious desserts. In addition to its reputation for offering delicious baklava types such as traditional baklava with pistachios, walnuts and carrot sliced baklava. Emiroğlu Baklavacı offers other types of food such as Su Böreği and many other varieties of Börek types.

Address: Murat Reis Mahallesi, Nuh Kuyusu Caddesi, No 289/A, Üsküdar, İstanbul - Tel: 0216 334 58 26

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