Kahve Dunyasi - Sirkeci, Istanbul | Sirkeci Restaurants / Istanbul - Restaurant

I know I said “no chains” but an exception can be made this time on account of high quality and this being the original location of Kahve Dünyası (Coffee World,) which started in Eminönü in 2004 and has quickly spread.

Locations all around Turkey, and recently opened in London was well, make this coffee and chocolate chain one of the fastest growing companies in Turkey. Totally decent prices, nice outdoor seating at this location, and above-average coffee drinks all support my suggestion to stop by and enjoy a turkish coffe (türk kahvesi) either plain (sade) medium sugar (orta şekerli) or very sweet (çok şekerli).

The lattes and cappuccinos are decent as well. You can also purchase a wide variety of custom chocolates, dried and instant coffees, and gifts.