Istanbul Directory

Roastory Coffee is a multi-story specialty coffee house with a terrace and bakery offerings, occupying a large historic building on İstiklal. Good for sit-down coffee, pastries and working across several floors; the terrace is a popular spot for views in Beyoğlu. Hosting Smileys events since June 2026.

Archeo is an archaeology‑themed cafe and small hostel with a ground‑floor cafe, coworking space and regular workshops. It serves third‑wave coffee and pastries and runs events from its Karaköy/Beyoğlu edge, with a terrace and communal rooms for guests.

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.

Mikel Coffee Company is a Turkish branch of the Mikel chain serving coffee, pastries and light sandwiches; the Levent Çarşı outlet has seating for casual meetups and daytime work. Expect standard café menu items and dependable espresso-based drinks in Levent. Hosting Smileys events since May 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.

Lucille is a small café and pastry spot in Üsküdar serving a wide coffee menu and a selection of baked desserts—eclairs, profiteroles, brownies and filter/espresso options. The compact space works well for a calm coffee break or a pastry-to-go in the neighborhood. Hosting Smileys events since June 2026.