Top 7 Social Cafés in Istanbul
In Istanbul you can eat well without spending much. The city municipality runs a network of social cafés and restaurants, İBB Sosyal Tesisleri, where prices are noticeably lower than the city average, portions are large and service is quick. Many of them occupy prime spots with panoramic views of the Bosphorus, the Golden Horn or the Sea of Marmara, so there can be queues at weekends. Alcohol is not served.
7 social cafés in Istanbul with the best views
Çamlıca Sosyal Tesisleri: on top of Çamlıca Hill on the Asian side, with a panorama of the city
İBB Cihangir Sosyal Tesisleri: one of the finest panoramas of the Bosphorus and the historic peninsula
Fatih Belediyesi Çatladıkapı Sosyal Tesisleri: overlooking the Sea of Marmara
İBB Florya Sosyal Tesisleri: overlooking the Sea of Marmara
İBB Kasımpaşa Sosyal Tesisleri: overlooking the Golden Horn
İBB Haliç Sosyal Tesisleri: overlooking the Golden Horn
Fatih Belediyesi Sultanahmet Sosyal Tesisleri: on Sultanahmet Square next to the Blue Mosque
Frequently asked questions
Can tourists visit Istanbul's social cafés?
Yes, they are open to everyone. It is best to visit the most popular ones with views on weekdays or to book a table in advance.
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