Mary R.
Yelp
I contacted friends and we went to Galata to order the family-styled "Sultan Breakfast." They say it feeds 4-6, and was indeed impressive when they brought in a beautiful hot tea service for 4 and another table to accommodate the lavish and luxury spread. Breakfast included plenty of delicious, high-quality breads, cheeses, olives, honey, sweet preserves, labneh, eggs, nutella, tahini, shakshuka, and a cheese-covered baked flat bread with thin slices of sausage and fresh tomatoes. I may have forgotten an item or two, but we shall never forget the stellar hospitality of Jaihoon and his wonderful wait staff. We were made to feel like instant family. Jaihoon had 2 glasses of hot tea brought to the table while I waited for my three friends to arrive. Delightfully, Jaihoon also sat down, too, to enjoy a tea with me as we enjoyed a nice chat about Turkish cuisine, Galata, and the local food scene. What exceptional hospitality!
The food presentation was perfectly organized and very impressive. Our Chaldean friend helped us navigate all the food and how to combine items together for maximize flavor and authenticity. Jaihoon and the waitstaff knew we were in good hands, but continued to also answer our questions and checked on our table. The restaurant filled up within 40 minutes, and reservations are recommended. The ambience at Galata is happy and energized. It is fueled naturally by the pure enjoyment of everyone enjoying their meals and beverages over conversations and communing with family & friends.
We four friends came hungry to Galata, and so enjoyed all of the flavors of The Suktan Breakfast, our epicurean adventure in Turkish cuisine. We loved every morsel and still had 2 containers that left with us.
We're already planning on a return for dinner. Bring your family and friends as we plan to do with others who need to experience all Galata has to offer. Thank you, Galata. It was truly memorable.
