The Best Ottoman Sweets Shops in Istanbul

If you're looking for a unique experience that takes you on a journey through time to the glories of the Ottoman Empire, the Ottoman sweets shops in Istanbul are your perfect destination.

 These shops are not just places to buy sweets; they are living museums that celebrate the authentic Ottoman culinary art, where secrets are passed down from generation to generation to offer the most delicious flavors that delight the senses.

The Most Famous and Best Ottoman Sweets Shops in Istanbul

Here is a list of 10 of the most famous shops that preserve the authentic heritage of Ottoman sweets, with detailed addresses, available branches, and a list of the sweets they sell, highlighting what each is famous for, along with links to their official websites if available.

Hafiz Mustafa 1864

• Address & Branches: It has several branches, the most famous of which is in the Sirkeci district on Hükümet Street (Hocapaşa, Hükümet Sk. No:27, 34093 Fatih/Istanbul), and another in Taksim Square.

• Sweets: It is famous for offering a wide variety of high-quality traditional Ottoman sweets, including: Baklava of all types (with pistachio, walnut, almond, and chocolate), Künefe (with cheese or pistachio), Lokum (Turkish delight) in various flavors, Muhallebi, Kazandibi, and Tavuk Göğsü Tatlısı (a unique sweet made from chicken breast and milk).

• Website: Hafiz Mustafa 1864

Karaköy Güllüoğlu

• Address & Branches: Located in the Karaköy district on Kemeraltı Street (Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa, Rıhtım Cd. No: 64, 34425 Beyoğlu/Istanbul).

• Sweets: Specializes in Baklava of all types, such as pistachio baklava, walnut, rolled baklava, and chocolate baklava. It is known for serving the best baklava in Türkiye.

• Website: Karaköy Güllüoğlu

Saray Muhallebicisi

• Address & Branches: It has many branches, including one on Istiklal Street in the Taksim district (Hüseyinağa, İstiklal Cd. No: 102, 34435 Beyoğlu/Istanbul), and other branches in areas like Beykoz and Florya.

• Sweets: Famous for its milk-based sweets, it is considered one of the best places to have Muhallebi and Kazandibi, in addition to Sütlaç (rice pudding).

• Website: Saray Muhallebicisi

Pandeli

• Address & Branches: Located inside the Egyptian Spice Bazaar in the Eminönü district (Rüstem Paşa, Mısır Çarşısı 1, 34116 Fatih/Istanbul).

• Sweets: It is known for offering a selection of authentic Ottoman sweets such as Muhallebi, Kazandibi, Şekerpare (small sweet dough balls), and Lokum (Turkish delight).

• Website: Pandeli

Süzen Şevaki

• Address & Branches: Located in the Fatih district on Şeyhşemseddin Street.

• Sweets: It is known for preserving traditional recipes and offers Baklava with pistachio and walnut, Künefe with cheese, and Susamlı Helva (sesame halva).

Hacı Bekir

• Address & Branches: It has several branches, the most famous of which is in the Eminönü district on Hükümet Street (Hocapaşa, Hükümet Sk. No:27, 34093 Fatih/Istanbul).

• Sweets: Specializes in making Lokum (Turkish delight) with more than 20 different varieties, in addition to Şekerpare and Susamlı Helva.

• Website: Hacı Bekir

Arda Muhallebicisi

• Address & Branches: Located in the Taksim district on Istiklal Street (Hüseyinağa, İstiklal Cd. No: 102, 34435 Beyoğlu/Istanbul).

• Sweets: It is famous for its milk-based sweets such as Muhallebi, Kazandibi, Lokum, and Tavuk Göğsü Tatlısı.

Sadıran

• Address & Branches: Located in the Fatih district.

• Sweets: It offers a variety of traditional Ottoman sweets such as Baklava, Künefe, Lokum, and Şekerpare.

Ömer Efendi

• Address & Branches: Located in the Şişli district.

• Sweets: It is known for serving traditional Ottoman sweets such as Baklava, Künefe, Lokum, and Şekerpare.

Zeynep Hanım

• Address & Branches: Located in the Beşiktaş district.

• Sweets: It offers traditional Ottoman sweets such as Baklava, Künefe, Lokum, and Şekerpare.