Best baklava in Istanbul
Are you curious where to find the best baklava in Istanbul? In this article, I will show you the top Turkish dessert shops in Istanbul.
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Overview best baklava in Istanbul
I’ll present three very popular baklava spots in Istanbul. The first two are on the pricier side, while the third one is a great mid-priced option.
- Karaköy Güllüoğlu
- Hafız Mustafa 1864
- Safa

1) Karaköy Güllüoğlu
First up is Karaköy Güllüoğlu.
If you want to taste the best baklava in the world, then Karaköy Güllüoğlu will have a claim on the top spot. This place has an amazing range of varieties.
Karaköy Güllüoğlu has only one location in Istanbul. You may see other „Güllüoğlu“ dessert shops in Istanbul, but they are not connected to Karaköy Güllüoğlu.

2) Hafız Mustafa 1864
Next is Hafiz Mustafa 1864 in Istanbul.
Hafiz Mustafa 1864 is very popular among visitors from the Middle East.
You’ll find a huge variety of Turkish desserts here.
There are 11 Hafiz Mustafa branches across central Istanbul.

3) Safa
Safa is a more budget-friendly option and you get a lot of value for your money.
At Safa, you’ll find a huge variety of Turkish desserts.
You can find Safa in 7 locations spread across Istanbul.

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