Istanbul Directory

Sail Istanbul runs small-group and private sailing trips from Kalamış Marina, offering sunset sails, private charters and team-building outings. The crew handle bookings and departures from the marina in Kadıköy, with options to swim near the Princes’ Islands or cruise the Marmara. Hosting Smileys events since May 2026.

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Buka (Buka Spaces) is a small café in Yeldeğirmeni that doubles as an art and events space, with a ground-floor coffee area and a lower exhibition/atelier and a mini stage. It hosts talks, exhibitions and workshops while serving coffee and light breakfast in Rasimpaşa. Hosting Smileys events since May 2026.

A specialty coffee shop in Kadıköy with reliable Wi-Fi and workspace seating, popular with remote workers and travelers. It hosts networking events, language exchanges, workshops and live music.

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A gastropub in the heart of Kadıköy with music, food and a wide drinks list. It's the weekly home of Smileys' Let's Get Social evenings, where people from around the world meet for conversation and language exchange.

A specialty coffee shop in Yeldeğirmeni with reliable Wi-Fi and comfortable seating, and the regular home of Smileys Coworking sessions.

A three‑storey wine house focused on Turkish and regional bottles, Bordo Şaraphane runs tastings and a small menu in a cosy historic building. The wine list and events suit people who want to explore local wines while hanging out in Osmanağa, Kadıköy.

A small British café in Yeldeğirmeni run by a London-born owner, built around proper crumpets: buttered, garlic-and-chive, cheese-fondue, or sweet with jam and Nutella. There's a full English breakfast for when you need one, English tea by the pot, lunch and afternoon tea. Closed Mondays.

Dozze Kadıköy is a branch of the Dozze Coffee roastery and café offering coffees, pastries and takeaway options in Hasanpaşa. The Kadıköy spot serves all day and stays open late, with a roomy interior suited for working or meeting friends in Kadıköy. Hosting Smileys events since June 2026.

Casual Indian restaurant serving a broad menu of curries, biryanis and vegetarian dishes in Kadıköy’s Osmanağa neighborhood. Small dining room with some outdoor seating; popular for delivery and takeaway as well as sit-down meals. Hosting Smileys events since July 2026.

An Italian restaurant in Erenköy serving pizzas, fresh pasta and classic Italian dishes in a casual setting.

Paribu Art is a multi-space culture and performance venue with a 1,200‑capacity main stage, a 300‑capacity side stage and a sunlit foyer for exhibitions and receptions. Based in Terminal Kadıköy, it programmes concerts, theatre and interdisciplinary events in Kadıköy.

Neni Brasserie is a French‑Mediterranean brasserie serving breakfast through dinner with an all‑day coffee and bar program. The Caddebostan spot is known for its plated breakfasts, burgers and grilled mains in a relaxed dining room and small terrace.

Kronotrop Moda is the Kadıköy branch of Kronotrop, a specialty coffee shop serving the roaster’s espresso and filter brews. The Moda outlet on Moda/Dr. Esat Işık Caddesi is a straightforward cafe where people often grab coffee or work on a laptop.

Drakula Korku Evi is a multi-level haunted-house attraction in Kadıköy offering a scripted, actor-driven horror experience. It runs guided, ticketed sessions for groups and is set up for interactive, theatrical scares in an indoor venue in the Eğitim neighbourhood.

Yamo Sushi Caddebostan is a sushi restaurant on Bağdat Caddesi, opposite Caddebostan Kültür Merkezi, serving rolls, sashimi and noodle dishes. The Caddebostan branch offers sit-down dining plus takeaway and delivery for the Kadıköy/Caddebostan area.

Independent theater with a main hall and a studio that programs plays, music and festival events; the venue also runs a small box office and a café/bistro. It sits on Halil Ethem / General Asım Gündüz streets in Kadıköy and hosts regular performances and events.

Large family-friendly entertainment center offering bowling, arcade games, karaoke and table games in the heart of Kadıköy. The branch runs event and birthday packages and has activity areas for kids alongside lanes and machines for older groups.

Nâzım Hikmet Kültür Merkezi is a small cultural center hosting theater, concerts, film screenings and regular workshops. You’ll find it on Bahariye (Ali Suavi Sokak) in Kadıköy, with a program focused on music, theater and community arts events.

Rustik Rus Restoranı is a small Russian restaurant serving traditional dishes and a wide vodka selection in Kadıköy’s Osmanağa area. The interior leans Soviet-vintage and the menu focuses on classic Russian soups, blini and meat plates, suited for evening meals.

Small chocolate boutique selling handcrafted boxes, tablets and a selection of drinking chocolates and spreads. The Göztepe/Caddebostan shop is set up for gift shopping and takeaway treats, with a straightforward storefront and curated presentation. Hosting Smileys events since August 2026.

A small neighborhood café in Kadıköy serving coffee, homemade cakes and a book-filled interior that invites lingering. The room works for one-on-one chats or reading, and locals often stop by for pastries and simple drinks. Hosting Smileys events since May 2026.

A small municipal cafe tucked inside Yoğurtçu Park that serves coffee and light refreshments; run by Kadıköy municipality and handy for a break after a walk or sport. It sits beneath the park trees in Osmanağa and offers outdoor seating among the greenery. Hosting Smileys events since June 2026.

The cinema inside Kadıköy Municipality's Caddebostan Cultural Center, showing new releases alongside independent and arthouse films.

A coffee shop on Bağdat Caddesi in Fenerbahçe, Kadıköy, at the Zolagil building (No. 214), serving espresso drinks with seats for catching up or working on a laptop. Smileys meets here for coffee breaks on the avenue. Hosting Smileys events since September 2026.