Cafe Privato Restaurant

We absolutely LOVED this restaurant. The staff and manager were SO kind, the food was incredible, and we liked it so much that we came *three* times during our four day visit. I will NEVER stop thinking about the lentil soup, not was incredible and I would love the recipe 😍 The Turkish breakfast was also amazing.

We just finished our very first Turkish breakfast at Privato Café, and it was absolutely exquisite. A generous spread of meze, a variety of cheeses, beautiful olives, rich honeys, mini pancakes, and perfectly prepared eggs — each bite was a delight. We sat at one of the charming pavement-side tables, sipping tea and watching the rhythm of life unfold in the Galata streets. Warm, authentic, and unpretentiously beautiful — a must-visit for anyone wanting to experience traditional Turkish hospitality at its best.

What an Awesome Place! I feel deeply sorry for my Turkish Sisters and a brothers - They truly have a “Land of Milk and Honey” the system is making living simply impossible! A perfect example how a poor government can literally destroy Country and abuse people! Much Love and strength to You all! Cafe Privato is a delicious experience in a vibrant place - well recommended!!

Loved the food. The whole ambience is so inviting and relaxed. Their Turkish breakfast is worth trying. On one visit I went there twice because of the amazing experience. You also get a view of galata tower from the restaurant.

Absolutely delicious food. The lentil soup and village breakfast were both very authentic and so tasty. Very fresh. Highly recommend!

Nice vibe, great Turkish breakfast, healthy sugar free options but costs more than competitors. Staff were all friendly and we got a nice seat by the window looking at Galata tower. I would have liked to come back here but found equally good alternatives at a lower price point.

Lovely restaurant! We had a missed platter and the food was delicious. There are many cats in the area which is super cute!

Whaow !! Absolutely wonderful people, the atmosphere is cosy, warm and definitely special. The food is spectacular and the breakfast is amazing. The confit walnut is a jewel 😍 Thank you for all

I researched places to get a traditional Turkish breakfast before I came. This place jad so many reviews and was on so many sites, it was a tissue up to whether it would be a good breakfast or a tourist trap. Verdict is in and...It is an amazing breakfast experience. Nice little cafe in galata that creates a home like feel through the service, view, and music. The assortment of breads, butters, jams and cheese allowed every bite to be different. They clearly care about the ingredients because simple dishes were elevated because of the quality of ingredients. This place is not a tourist trap and you will enjoy your breakfast here.

Lovely experience having a Turkish breakfast here. The ambiance is charming and so calming. You don't feel like you're in a big city when you enter so you can fully engage with your partner/group and enjoy the meal! We each got the "Turkish Breakfast Plate" and tried everything it came with! The server recommended we get this plate so we would get to try a little bit of everything they have to offer.. Highly recommend coming here if you're in this area of Istanbul.

- Too expensive for traditional Turkey food. - Obviously target western tourist. - so much flys if you sit at the outdoor seating - Wi-Fi doesn't work There're better places to go tbh.

What a beautiful, delicious breakfast. We ordered the Turkish Breakfast for Two - which was SO much food. Standouts were the grilled halloumi, simit, the candied chestnut, the pancake (potato) and the kaymak. Honestly - everything was perfect. Also got a tangerine-pomegranate juice - fresh squeezed and with lots of pulp - outstanding. Also ordered an omelette - delicious but not necessary - we had too much food! Cute location. The service was excellent.

This is such a cute place! It does have a more modern feel and has a nice vibe. They have plenty of sittings inside and outside. Cafe Privato serves Turkish breakfast all day, which is really cool if you are not an early riser. I did find their Turkish breakfast offering more "sweet" things that I would like but it was really good. Plenty of various dishes to choose from, and it is very reasonably priced (maybe sightly more expensive than other similar places in the area). Overall, I definitely recommend checking it out if you are in the area!

Visited this restaurant after the Cat Museum Istanbul recommended it only to find out I tabbed this place on Yelp to eat at! Excellent service, they're known for their breakfast options but I had lunch. The Manti was delicious, their Apple çay and local cat fitting right into the ambience of a Turkish cafe/restaurant.

Wonderful little place . A nice place to slip out of the hustle and bustle for a drink and a lovely Mezza plate.

This was an amazing place! Such lovely and cozy place! Amazing Turkish breakfast! Friendly staff! Totally recommend!

Sure, I've seen some of the other reviews saying the prices were a bit high for typical Turkish food, but this place does it better. The staff, the experience, the food, Cafe Privato has it all and does it better. We've been multiple times and will definitely be back next time we're in Istanbul.

Saw this place on YouTube and Ive always wanted a solid Turkish bfast, so we gave it a shot. Walked from Galata tower down a small street and saw the couch outside luckily. Nice and quiet and not too bright at all, they use brown paper to cover the tables and you can write something on it after and tape it to the wall. We just got the Turkish bfast and it was ALOT of food. Fried eggs, cheeses, bread, syrups, olives, fruit etc... Great food and the kids working there were also very nice and accomodating.. next time I'm in istanbul I'll be coming back here again.

The Turkish breakfast is a feast! The servers are very accommodating and the space is attractive.

Date of visit: May 31, 2021 Attached to this review are menu photos and a few interior pictures. Prices are in Turkish Lira. At the time the USD/Lira conversion rate was $1/8.57 Lira. Cafe Privato's is such a wonderful little gem in the very lower Taksim area of Istanbul. We went for in for brunch and we're not disappointed in anyway. The seating capacity is about 25-30 people. It has a small garden area off the back door and a view of the Galata Kulesi (tower) built back in 1348. We were seated immediately. A bottle of water was brought out while we chose what we were going to eat. The menu has an English description beside most things. I am a sucker for great french fries, and I saw a plate of them on another table. Immediately I could tell these were hand cut, fried to the perfect crispness. I ended up ordering 2 plates full for us to split. I ordered the Sefin Tabagi dish (Cafe Privato's chef specialty dish). It has a few meats and a few small portions of their other specialties. Good heavens, each one was simply incredible and not one of them disappointed in anyway. They brought out a small bowl of house soup for us prior to the main meal. I have no idea what it was, and I have never had anything like it before. It had an extremely subtle taste to it but very fulfilling. It paired well with the fresh baked bread brought with it. My guest had the Manti (little meat filled ravioli with tomato sauce and a yogurt based topping. He finished his meal off with a cup of the Turkish coffee. He said everything he had was truly fantastic as well. If you want a fantastic meal you have to visit this place. Everything they brought out to other tables looked amazing as well

What an amazing experience! We stumbled across this gem on our first morning in Istanbul. We were looking for a traditional Turkish breakfast and indeed did this place deliver! The food was amazing and the service was fantastic! In fact the morning we visited the restaurant was having a power outage and we honestly didn't notice until the server mentioned something. We sat in the back patio/garden area and we're able to enjoy our Turkish breakfast while enjoying the early spring sun. I highly recommend!

Great food and a better view. But the Turkish breakfast is about double the cost elsewhere. In addition, they were very unhappy that only two people in our party of three for the Turkish breakfast. I ordered something else, but because it didn't cost enough, they said I needed to order more.

Incredible. I will dream of this breakfast. Fresh spreads, cheeses, and pastries. I loved the fresh hazelnut spread and the feta pancakes. Warm tea and friendly service. The location is amazing, a really cool artsy neighborhood right near Galata Tower. I will return next time I'm in Istanbul.

I visited this cafe while in Istanbul. We had breakfast at cafe Privato. Great food, great service, and good ambiance.

I've been to this cafe 5 times for various meals and have spent a lot of money. Today, me and my husband ordered 2 coffees and a breakfast dish. We were rudely told that we needed to order more food otherwise we would not be served. If you come with 5 people, you have to order a minimum of 5 different breakfast dishes. Never returning. There are so many better cafes with better food.

One of the better breakfasts I've had in my brief time in Turkey. It was billed as a "traditional village breakfast" but had some items that I suspect are less than traditional, such as guacamole and kiwi (not together). Not that there's anything wrong with that. The breakfast was a little cheese-heavier than most, featuring halloumi, some great fresh mozzarella, and feta, as well as the normal bread accompaniments such as hazelnut spread. The fresh squeezed orange juice was also as delicious as I've come to expect from places like this. My only complaint was that the service was a little slow but I suspect that was because the table next to ours spent a long time disputing their bill.

Spent 5 ddays in Istanbul and ended up eating here twice. They have a bunch of stuff on the menu, but you only need two: farmer breakfast and salep. The breakfast is that category of dish taken to perfection: small plates as far as the eye can see, everything is either cheese or drizzled with honey. Or in some cases both! There's also a seemingly endless stream of new items coming in. You might want to skip this one on your calorie tracker. If you don't know what salep is, now is the time to find out. These guys make a good one..

Best Breakfast in Istanbul! The spread they bring to start is amazing- olives, honey cream, cheeses, jam, fresh rye bread and GUACAMOLE! The view of Galata tower is sweet and the decor inside this adorable cafe is charming! We also had the most delectable of treats, Salep which is a hot creamy drink made with Orchid roots and topped with freshly ground cinnamon! We ordered eggs and I had a blood orange juice that was freshly squeezed and delightful! EAT HERE!!

A wonderful café for breakfast, coffee, and a view of Galata Tower! We had a great time here - the cozy ambiance, the organic & traditional dishes, and staff who were always prompt and helpful. It's a perfect café, on a quiet street off from the centre. Definitely recommend. :)

More than twice what some other places charge per person. 70L is high, but the proximity was very close. Very wonderful staff. The food was organic and very fresh. With the high cost, compared to other restaurants, would most likely not go again.

One of two favourite places for breakfast on the trip. It's pricier than the local places but worth it. They speak good English here too. Lentil soup - 4 stars Delicious and flavourful! Turkish breakfast - 5 stars Overall you get nice variety. Fantastic homemade hazelnut spread - we bought back 4 jars as gifts. Their jams were really good as well - including a walnut jam and a plum jam. The cheeses were some of the best I had on the trip. Two of us shared one portion of this and a lentil soup. Bread - 3 stars Could've been better in my opinion. Served cold and rather standard seeded breads. I'd go back!

So we only had a few days in Istanbul. It was really an extended layover en route to South Africa! (We want to write about South Africa, YELP... mais, c'est impossible!) We found the restaurant barkers in Istanbul to be absolutely overwhelming, and if I see one more menu laminated in plastic, I think I'm going to.... not eat at that place! We stumbled into Cafe Privato quite by accident. Not realizing they already have excellent ratings on YELP and Trip Advisor as well. For good reason, though most people seem think this is a breakfast place. We had dinner, and it was great too! The wait staff was attentive and really kind, particularly notable since we arrived after 9:00 pm. (We closed the place up, and they were very gracious about it.) It's all a little new agey, great for vegetarians, and really nice for people who are seeking a place that's not overrun by American tourists, but instead, you might even encounter a few locals. Nice Georgian wine (as I believe the owner is from Georgia... NOT the Georgia in N. America, btw!) and the food is fresh, creative, and a little new agey. We like that. It felt like northern California meets Istanbul. In a city overrun by cookie-cutter fish restaurants, I highly recommend Cafe Privato for a quiet, simple meal in an atmosphere that is 100 meters from the main tourist street, but 100 kilometers from the tourists!

So delicious. Cute ambiance. Garden seating. Great/kind service. They speak English. They serve traditional Turkish breakfast all day long. Great location for shopping as well. Would definitely recommend and will return. They charge on a per person basis (70tl).

A gem of a place hidden in the by lanes of Istanbul. We had the Turkish breakfast and the spread was just amazing, even better than what other upscale restaurants in Besiktas had to offer All the ingredients were so fresh and flavorful. Make sure you try their honey and hazelnut butter. The ambience is really great as well, with many seating options available. There are tables overlooking the street and cozy tables inside. Our server was also really friendly, he was happy to make recommendations and made us try new dishes so that we'd have an enriching and authentic Turkish breakfast experience.

We had a fantastic breakfast, in a spot that makes you feel like an adventurer. Let your inner explorer speak and find this hidden little gem. The chicken was spectacular, the tea was out of this world, it was by and far the best breakfast we had all week. And we literally went by the top spots.

I have been here 5 times and today I was denied service because 2 people ordered 1 breakfast item with 2 coffee drinks. The staff is very rude and demanded we buy more items. I watched them deny seating to other customers while there are open tables. There are much better cafes in the area so no reason to spend my money at this place.

First, let me say that the quality of food at the Cafe Privato was totally mediocre. With such a high price you can enjoy so much better food at the neighboring restaurants. Now, let me explain why my experience at this dining was terribly awful. I ordered traditional Turkish Breakfast as well as Turkish coffee at this place on July 18, 2022. I was halfway done with breakfast but hadn't yet taken a sip of my coffee. One of the waiters had been asked to move a chair from outside into the café. While passing my table he accidentally hit the table, and as a result he spilled the coffee on me and my dress. He apologized when seeing coffee stains all over my dress. Fortunately, it didn't burn me. I didn't react negatively at the moment as I believe shit happens. HOWEVER, I was really disappointed afterwards when the supervisor/owner didn't show up to offer an apology but came to my table at the end with the bill. I even literally asked that you seriously want me to pay while showing the stains on my dress and she responded YES. If you're interested in knowing what I did; I paid the whole amount. Why? Because if a restaurant-owner is such incompetent that doesn't value their customers and behave like what I explained, imagine how they act against their own Poor waiters and waitresses. I didn't want that waiter to get fired or the owner take the money out of his salary, especially regarding the current economy in turkey.

Yuuummmyyy!!! Incredible service, high quality & fresh foods and super friendly staff. I recommend to all my friends. Thanks for everything

Amazingly tasty breakfast! We ordered the traditional Turkish for two and we were full until 8pm!! Highly recommend.

We came here for coffee and it was super nice to sit outside their outdoor seating. The cafe is hidden in a little small alley where it's away from the walking path, but their sign was very noticeable for us to notice them! We didnt have their breakfast but their coffee (iced coffee) was delicious! The owners/ waiters were super kind and friendly!

This was the most authentic village breakfast I had in Istanbul. The place was beautiful and full of antiques, The quality of the food was very high and overall was a very positive experience. The owner and the waitress were very nice and attentive and hot Cay came one after the other which kept us very happy. I highly recommend this place.

Good breakfast - plenty of food and the quality is good. It's around 36 liras per person and you'll get a huge spread of food. However, I think it's very expensive for a Turkish breakfast and it's definitely geared for westerners. It is a really cute cafe, they offer WiFi. My Turkish host really liked it though, so it definitely is authentic. Also you get sooooo much cheese. SOOOO much!! Come on an empty stomach, stay around and wander the neighborhood. It's really cute! You can go up Galata tower and then wander around Taxsim, which is in walking distance. TIP: OJ is superrrr overpriced - like 12 liras? No thank you. On the streets you can get a big cup for like 2-3 liras. Just keep that in mind.

Just near the Galata Tower this little gem is hidden in a side street apart from all the busy crowds. It's perfect for taking a moment to relax from the stunning view you just might have had from the top of Galata Tower. If you are lucky you can sit outside on the couch where you can watch people passing by. Try their Mozaik Cake together with a turkish tea or coffe and you'll feel lucky by yourself ;-) Give it a try - I can recommend it. Not to forget to mention the very friendly service here!

Actually the best meal I had in Istanbul! GO HERE FOR TURKISH BREAKFAST. You should order the Traditional Village Breakfast. Just to warn you--it can get crowded if you are with a large group, but even if you have to wait, it is certainly worth it. Never have I had so much food for such a good price in my life. Everything at Cafe Privato is homemade. I recommend the Apple Tea with your meal--it is sweet, but doesn't mask the taste of the food. I will upload a picture of this breakfast, because it cannot simply be described with words. My personal favorites were the hazelnut peanut-butter-like spread, the fried cheese, and the delicious eggs. Actually all the cheeses were pretty remarkable. Also the olives. Also the kaymak. Also the fruits. Just go for the breakfast--I can give you no better advice.

Looking for a good café to get some breakfast we found this cozy place. Upon being greeted by a small kitten half a sleep on a chair outside the café we entered and were welcomed by a couple of friendly waitresses and what one would assume being the owner. You get a feeling it is family run, but I don't know for sure, but it is a friendly atmosphere here, they laugh and make jokes with each other and the guests. We decided on the breakfast alternative from the menu and some freshly squeezed juice and filter coffee. Apparently we were early, since there was no one else around, this was around 1000 am, so we got the first (yes there were more) batch of breakfast plates quite fast. And we were amazed at the overall amount of food there was (take a peek at the photos!). Different cheeses, jams, olives etc, it is all very tastefully presented. After getting an introduction to what the different ingredients were we started to dig in, not before long the second batch came to our table. At this point we started to run out of space for all the plates. Anyway, this time around the were eggs, pancakes, honey and some other traditional turkish dishes that were presented to us. It was such a good experience we actually decided to round of our day later that evening with a raki and coffee at this same place. Upon recognizing us from earlier that morning they gave us some complimentary cakes which was very nice. Also we got to se the kitten sneak into the restaurant and try to avoid the waitresses, which he managed to do, while all the guests laughed about it. ;) Everything here was top notch, the interior was nice and warm, the staff friendly, the kitten was furry and cute plus you also have a view of the Galata Tower if you're seated by the windows. It was probably the most expensive breakfast in Istanbul (around 30EUR) but you still get value for money I would say. Do it!

Fantastic breakfast, lots of little plates, pancakes eggs, little fried things, and a hazelnut cream to die for.

Amazing food and amazing staff! :) We had the village breakfast and didn't know what would expect us. This marvellous, cozy place has a lovely team that really takes care of you serves you many little things the Turkish cuisine can offer. Best breakfast I had for a long time. Go there!

a SUPER BREAKFAST SPOT in İstanbul This cafe is located in Galata , a tiny cozy place. It is decorated like an authentic home! When you go inside you actually do not feel like you are in a cafe! It is a super sweet cafe with super tasty authentic specialties. I am looking forward to try the food there too cause the menu really got my attention but it is so funny that ı exactly know that the second time I will go I will AGAIN order the BREAKFAST cause it was FANTASTIC ! They have this GELENEKSEL KOY KAHVALTISI which means 'traditional village breakfast' on their menu which costs something like 30 turkish Lira. I know, it is definitely not cheap! But honestly, it is worth it! So many varieties that even the table is not big enough! They have great quality of cheese, olives, tomatoes but the most fantastic thing about the breakfast is what they cook: Scrambled eggs with Turkish salami (sucuk), homemade pancakes and some more Turkish pastry stuff which we generally call 'Börek'.Oh and lets not forget the homemade jams they make with fresh fruits. AND AND AND they serve a glass of fresh orange juice. The tea is unlimited ! ! !

This place had been recommended to us by a friend, and so far we have been to Cafe Privato 2 times -just to make sure we get an accurate opinion of it... It is definitely the best place to have a typical Turkish breakfast. The place is really rather lovely, very tastefully arranged, all the food on the menu is organic and "home made" and the staff is absolutely welcoming and helpful. They all speak English very well, which is a massive plus since I don't speak a word of Turkish. We have ordered the "village breakfast" which is the typical Turkish one with home made jams, bread, different sorts of cheese, honey, fried eggs, grilled halloumi, tomato and cucumber salad and all the rest! We also tried the grilled halloumi salad and it was so fresh and tasty, I would definitely recommend it! Please go and try the Privato, they are the best!!

This is the place to get the truly Turkish breakfast! Everything is delicious here, their spicy lentil soup is amazing! I wished I could have stoped by more time when we where in Istanbul. They have fresh juices, homemade jams, and mouth watering mezzes. Definitely a Must stop by when in Istanbul.

Our first Turkish Breakfast and we hope to have 1000 more. So many small delicious dishes served beautifully. Highlights included the sweet hazelnut butter and cheese pancakes. Per our waiter's kind advice, my wife, son and I ordered Village Breakfast for 2. The 3 of us left feeling satisfied. The staff was very friendly and sweet. They didn't speak English and we don't speak Turkish but we all smiled a lot. They gave us tea on the house because it's just wrong not to have tea! A truly beautiful meal in a lovely quiet spot away from the bustle surrounding Galata Tower.

I love the Turkish Breakfast served at this spot. They include several cheeses, olives, fresh fruit "jams", homemade sauces, clotted cream and honey. That's just the first course. The second included eggs, sausage, and a few types of pancakes. It was the best I have had in Istanbul and comes with a great view of Galata Tower. The place gets quite busy on the weekends but is super empty on weekdays.

Friendly staff great food, loved the vibe as well. Authentic Turkish breakfast. Definitely recommend

My favorite restaurant in Galata so far. The street is beautiful and so are the little details in the restaurant. The tables, chairs, tablecloths, flowers, plates compliment the traditional Turkish food. I ordered the veggie plate and it came in 5 different dishes, all of which were absolutely delicious. Very good service as well.

Delicious food and adorable atmosphere! The service was great and everyone was super friendly. The traditional Turkish breakfast and the zucchini pancakes are not to be missed!

Omg can't say enough about their Turkish breakfast. They accommodate vegans and vegetarians and are super sweet. We loved the array of tastes and flavors offered for the Turkish breakfast. From the house made hazelnut paste to the homemade jams. We ate twice here just because we loved it so much. If I was to recommend anything to improve it would be to toast the bread before serving

It's frankly hard to find it (near the Galata Tower) but it does worth it! The specialty is the "village breakfast". I have tried it and I have to admit it: it's quite enjoyable. You can get the breakfast at any time of the day (I tried it around 6 p.m.) and they give you a wide range of stuff for a very healthly, complete and sustaining breakfast. The staff is really friendly and perfectly English-speaking. There is WiFi and it's free.