Istanbul Café and Bakery

What a hidden gem! Wow! The Turkish coffee was a nice surprise. It was perfectly made. I ordered the beef borek and the sesame chorek. Both exceptional! I love the no frills environment while maintaining a clean and modern place to eat or do some work as they have Wi-Fi and plugs at each table. The service was top notch and helpful! So excited to try something new on the next visit.

First time trying a Turkish coffee and this was the place to try it. We had such a friendly cashier who provided information on everything on the menu. We tried a few food items that were really really great. I cannot name them now, but they were amazing.

I recently had breakfast with my family at [Cafe Name] and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The food was delicious, and the ambiance was perfect for a relaxing morning meal. The highlight of our visit was the exceptional service we received from Tabasum and Irina. They were both incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. Their warm and welcoming attitude really enhanced our experience. I highly recommend this cafe to anyone looking for great food and outstanding service!

Istanbul Cafe and Bakery is a gem! The food is always delicious and served piping hot. The baklava sample options are fantastic, giving you a taste of the amazing flavors they offer. Kyle and Kim were incredibly friendly and made the experience even better. Highly recommend this spot for consistently great food and excellent service!

Cold, tired and in need of caffeine I left the jobsite for a few minutes to get some coffee. Not even a mile away I saw the Turkish cafe located at 850 S. Monaco and decided to give it a go. The interior was clean and organized. The pictures on the wall are all from Turkey (market scenes and architecture). Later I found out they were all take by one of the owners by the name of Marla. I asked Wanda for advice on what to get, this being my first time here. She was wonderfully descriptive of the food. I love people who have a passion for what they do! I decided to get the beef Borek and a Turkish coffee. While I waited Wanda treated me to a few samples including a chocolate baklava (which I had never had) and the most creamy Feta I ever had. Seriously, this was spreadable, slightly acidic and flavorful. Both were really good! The coffee was good and strong but served in such a small cup I thought I might break it if I were not gentle...think Italian espresso cups only taller. Fair warning, do not tip the cup. Leave a little in the bottom because the brewing process leaves grounds in the bottom. Not good eats! The Borek was awesome. I've had something similar in Hungary but this was a little bit different. Think of a small sheet of dough filled with ground beef and herbs, rolled, spun into a pinwheel shape and then baked (pictures are attached). This beats anything you'll get from fast food and I would have this for breakfast several days per week. Including tip this was a $10 breakfast. Reasonable when you consider quality over quantity! The restrooms were clean and recently remodeled. There is nothing worse than trying to use a filthy bathroom. Kudos to the staff for this. The staff, the owners, the ambiance is worth the trip. While not upscale I found, it really doesn't need to be. Do yourself a flavor favor and visit this place. Try anything! Talk to the staff. I know I will be back so, enjoy!

Extremely welcoming staff and atmosphere, very polite and employee speaks incredible English. Walks you thru every menu item you want and even gives free samples for first timers as well. Prices lean a bit to the higher side but still acceptable and fair. Disappointed they were all out of Lahmacun but the tost was very good. All food items were hot, freshly made, and delicious. Great place to go in Denver if you want to try Turkish cuisine, will be back when they get some more Lahmacun in stock. Solid five stars.

AMAZING Baklava and they are so nice. They offer samples and were just so lovely! The baklava is incredible - so light and not too sweet. Perfect texture. Definitely coming back for more in the future!

I am so happy. I finally tried Istanbul. The borek is fresh and incredible. The coffee is strong and bold. I had it black. Highly recommend this little cafe. Let's support this local business. I even took some baklava home as a treat.

Stopped in hoping for a decent pastry and Turkish coffee and was delighted with a charming spot with amazing service and delicious food! I was given a detailed tour of all their food options with several samples. The service was so friendly and inviting, made me feel at home instantly!

THE BEST SPOT! Delicious boreks (I like the meat filled one) and baklava. So many varieties of both and they are more than happy to sample you anything you'd like to try. My go to when in the area for picking up a treat. Lots of space for you to work too - very cozy and quiet. The staff is amazing - their friendliness always puts me in a good mood. So many good things I can say about this place - be prepared to have a new go to spot.

There was only 1 person working when I went in but she was very courteous throughout. Very friendly service. They have a variety of Turkish savory pastries (which is hard to find!) and a bunch of different types of baklava. They also offer Turkish tea. Tried the feta and spinach burek, the spiced potato burek, a few different types of baklava and a lasagne. Didn't care much for the baklava (have had better elsewhere) but everything else was good. Also had the Turkish bagel but it felt old/stale and I didn't enjoy that. Will be back to try more things though!

This will be our new weekly stop. Friendly staff, great pastries. We're taking home a bunch of sweets for later.

What a nice change from a regular coffee place . Delicious Turkish coffee and baklava.

One of my favorite bakeries in town (for baklava). Don't sleep on their dumplings either! I normally get the socust toast with egg it's too 5 breakfast sandwiches in town. Service is great and fast casual vibes

I saw this place from across the parking lot while stopping at the King Soopers last week and had to stop in. The cafe is clean and the display cases are full of scrumptious looking treats, both sweet and savory. The woman who helped me was really nice and gave a few complimentary samples to my son and I as well as to the man ahead of us when she learned that it was our first time in. I ordered 2 savory pastries- a potato stuffed and a spinach and feta stuffed. They were both good but I like the spinach and feta s little more because it was more flavorful. I also got a portion (3 pieces) of baklava and am so glad I dad- very yummy. My son is taking art classes in the neighborhood for the next month and I definitely plan to be back as I am excited to eat my way through their menu!

Stumbled on this gem in the strip mall next to King Soopers. First, the really nice staff guided us through a menu full of unfamiliar food, including providing samples so we could make informed decisions. We were there mid afternoon looking for a snack so we settled on Turkish coffee, Turkish tea, baklava, and an acma, which is somewhere between a croissant and a bagel. Delicious!! We'll definitely be back for breakfast or lunch, the savory items we sampled were really tempting.

The quality of the food has gone a bit down to be honest which is sad because this used to be my favorite Turkish spot for the past 3 years. It's still yummy but not as good. The place is definitely clean and welcoming. The service is good.

First time here. Everything was delicious - fantastic baklavas, borek, doner (gyro meat, my girlfriend had it in a great salad and I had it in a baguette). The Turkish coffee was what we went in for, and it was excellent - I was wishing for a bigger cup! The pastries were very pistachio centered, moreso than Greek pastries, but similar. Everything was fresh. The staff was very helpful and generous with samples. Ambiance is pretty no-frills, but pleasant and very clean. Basically breakfast, lunch and takeout, no table service. Absolutely wonderful - we'll be back!

This place is friendly and I like that they are bringing Middle Eastern food here but nothing is made on-site which was a huge dissapointment. It's all pre-made and shipped here and they just bake it on-site. It has the quality of the frozen section at the supermarket. We sampled a few things and they just didn't impress me and I have had much better. Denver needs to do better!

Amazing friendly and patient staff! We got to try a couple of items and we got some pastries to go. Love them! Simply delicious cannot wait to go back.

We stopped by for the first time and it did not disappoint! The gentleman was so kind and showed us all the offerings, plus gave us a couple of samples. The pastries were delicious and we will be coming back!

PEOPLE! Go here! Now! So so yummy! Simple, easy, fast and delicious food! I will defiantly be back!

What a gem along Leetsdale drive! If you want a quick and cheap meal, Istanbul cafe is the spot to go to. I've had several items in the past including their manti, baklava and other baked goods and all amazing! This time around I was craving a freshly made sandwich. There are so many fastfood and chain sandwich restaurants in the area but I wanted something different and since most places will charge you $12 plus for a sub, this is one of the view locally and small business owned that keep prices low and competitively. The doner was tender and very flavorful. You can taste the spices in each bite. The veggies were fresh and of course you can't forget the sauce! It was creamy and gives the sandwich a very fresh bite. I highly recommend this if you're in the area!

I've had this place bookmarked for months and finally got to try it this weekend. I'm already planning a return trip! First, the service was super friendly. The owner's daughter was working at the cashier area and gave us space to walk back and check out the pastries before ordering. She also gave us samples of the baklava and the su börek (the su börek in particular was good)! We settled on the spinach and feta börek and the beef börek with Turkish coffee. I was most excited for the veggie one, but was sad to find that it was mostly pastry -- I could hardly taste spinach or feta. The beef börek was the surprise hit! You could see once cutting into it that it had a lot more filling than the veggie börek, and the seasoning was so good! It tasted more like lamb than beef to me, perhaps because of the spices used. The Turkish coffee (I recommend it with sugar!) was a nice way to end the meal. I will be back to try more!

Dangerously delicious, EVERY SINGLE TIME. Plus the couple that own it are a delight. Always happy to discuss the nuances of Turkish coffee and give you a free sample of some many of the delicious treats. Always love an excuse to come here and introduce new people to.

This place offers some similar items to House of Bread but with a more limited pastry selection. However what it might lack in some options, it more than makes up for in price, quality, and customer service. The people working were so friendly and offered my friend and I several samples as we had never been before. I can't wait to go back!

This was a very dissapointing experience. The staff was exceptional, friendly and professional The food averaged a low score. It seems like a lot of items are frozen as staff kept saying I need to make some more for each order I ordered three items and one was soo bad tasting and badly cooked it sure seemed like a frozen item. It's a shame as I was really excited to try it out. If you have traveled, the quality is nothing like you'd find on the road.

I went there today for Lahmacun but they were out. I ordered a doner wrap. I had doner wrap before in Turkey, Germany, and the Netherlands. I got to say it is a sad looking doner wrap, little to no sauce and no hot sauce available.Taste okay and the portions is way less than it were. I would not recommend this place if you looking for a good doner wrap.

I have ordered Istanbul from Uber eats quite a few times, but the experience is just better in person. The service is always so personal, they love to help you try new things, and there are so many vegetarian options. The owner is so lovely and passionate about food. I recommend chatting with him if you can catch him!! My favorite items so far have been the manti dumplings, the spinach and feta borek, potato borek, su borek, carrot baklava, walnut baklava, and feta pogaca( poacha). I recommend snagging a few pastries and the leftovers make for a fantastic breakfast the next day. Pop them in an air fryer or toaster oven! Never a bad day when we stop by Istanbul!

I so wish there were more of a variety of cuisine near where I live! This cafe is excellent. Sigh... Denver has all of the cool places! We were somewhat inspired by a food blogger we were watching this morning to go and try Turkish food and decided to do a quick Google search to find a place that sold it reasonably close: cue Istanbul Cafe and Bakery! Nestled in a pretty big strip mall, finding parking was a breeze as there are a lot of restaurants and a King Soopers in the general vicinity. Walking in you can tell this place has a pretty tightly knit crew and has lots of roots in family traditions. It was surprisingly busy when we arrived right before the lunch hour! Every table was full, but by some miracle many of them cleaned up and cleared out before we got our food. Since it was the first visit I would like to note that the process of ordering was a smidge confusing at first - there is a screen with menu items offset from the register facing the dining area, but the register is in the front of the store, so unless you're familiar with the menu, keep that in mind. We were guided by a lovely lady to take a look at the menu (which she also described verbally), we were asked if we wanted samples, and then had chances to ask questions of any came up. Both my bf and I got the doner baguette and he also ordered a little piece of walnut baklava. The total initially came out to like $14 and change which was confusing, but we figured out that they'd only entered one sandwich into the system - an additional $12 or so later, we had our order in and found a little table near the back to sit at. A woman (who I didn't realize was an employee?) had us stand up after we'd already sat to wipe down the table and chairs; a nice gesture but a little awkward given the timing lol. One sandwich came out relatively soon after we sat and my bf was probably halfway through his sandwich by the time mine came out. I think it was honestly just a series of small miscommunications, so we were super understanding about the mixup. When I did get mine, it was very warm and smelled amazing. The meat was so tender and cooked very well; no big fatty pieces or overdone/burnt bits. The temp of the meat and bread paired with the refreshing veggies and greens in the sandwich was awesome and the flavors all complemented one another perfectly! It's very easy to recognize how fresh all of the ingredients are. The sandwiches are also pretty big, so if you're not ravenous then I'd bet it would be yummy as leftovers for another meal. The baklava was also amazing! I'm a huge fan of sweets and other baked goods so I would definitely want to come back and try many of the other items they offer. I was unfortunately unable to get a photo of the case that had all the baked goods because it was too crowded to get a clear shot by the time I was ready to take a photo, so I guess I'll just have to go back and get that the next time lol. Overall, price is very reasonable, food is very fresh and has great flavor, and everyone we encountered was very kind. I'm looking forward to trying many other items on their menu!

DELICIOUS food and friendly service!! The servers are very welcoming and will help recommend dishes from the menu if you're unsure of what to get. I would highly recommend this cafe to people looking for good food in Denver. If you haven't had Turkish food before, the borek is amazing and I would recommend everyone to try it. I especially loved the ground beef borek but for vegetarians, there is a potato option and a spinach feta option (similar to spanakopita). The Lahmacun is like a Turkish pizza/wrap with herbs that you stuff with veggies - it was so good! For dessert, there are a variety of baklava options and every single one I tried was delicious! If you have a sweet tooth, I recommend trying the chocolate baklava. My personal favorites are the walnut baklava and pistachio söbiyet! The coffee is rich and the tea is high quality. If you like tea, you can order a tea pot for your table. They also have sugar cubes available at each table if you want your tea sweet. The house blend coffee is similar to Vietnamese coffee (with condensed milk) and it's great - if you like coffee, I recommend trying this along with the Turkish coffee.

Shared a Mom's breakfast platter with my wife and we supplemented it with an extra simit and water borek. Try the Turkish Coffee to add to the authentic experience. After we finished breakfast, we ordered a sampling of different baklava.

I LOVED THIS PLACE. We stopped by for breakfast when we were in Denver for a day, and I loved every minute. First of all, the service was wonderful. The young woman at the counter walked us through everything they had, offered us samples, was just very, very helpful and sweet. And then the food. Everything was great! We tried a few different things: nutella acma, ground beef borek, manti, Turkish coffees, and a pistachio chocolate baklava. It was a great combination of sweet and savory, and I loved every bite. If I lived in Denver, I'm pretty sure I'd be here all the time. I love Turkish food (boreks and manti and Turkish coffee especially), and everything at Istanbul was a great version of a great dish. The cafe is small, cute, clean, traditional. But the five stars really comes down to the food (amazing) and service (spectacular). I would absolutely return. A gem.

The food in this cafe is really amazing. This is the second time we have eaten here. Everything is great

After seeing the great reviews at Istanbul Cafe I had to check it out and let me tell you it did not disappoint! Delicious food and super friendly staff this place has it all! We ordered a variety of food starting with Turkish coffee, su borek and Manti. My favorite part of the meal was definitely the Manti the combination of spices and flavor is really unique! If this is your first time here I would definitely recommend ordering it. We ended up ordering a few baklava to go and they were all amazing! Make sure to get a variety they are all really good!

I love ethnic foods and had never had Turkish, so was happy when Istanbul Cafe opened near me.... Interesting and tasty offerings with good staff willing to explain complex ordering system...because I don't know their customs I suppose

I could eat Baklava all day. If you judge me, then we can't probably be friends. Baklava is originated from Turkey (Ottaman empire). It's a layered pastry dessert made of filo dough, filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with syrup. Istanbul cafe & bakery is a delightful spot for authentic baklava and other Turkish desserts, pastries and even Turkish coffee. + Fistikli (Pistachio) Sarma 4/5 + Pistachio Chocolate baklava 5/5 + Fistikli (Pistachio) Baklava 5/5 + Royal Burma Kadayif 4/5 + Turkish Coffee 5/5 There are so many delicacies options. Just check them out, you won't regret it.

We loved everything we tried from this little cafe. They've created an inviting atmosphere- there's a warm welcome for everyone who enters. The staff continuously invited guests to sample pastries. It was a wonderful breakfast! We tried a variety of offerings and the spread was excellent. Everything was so fresh and well prepared. The variety of baklavas was amazing and every baklava was delicious.

Very friendly staff! Really great pastries and coffee! Will definitely be coming back!

My Turkish breakfast was so good here! I had left full content and happy, a piece of Istanbul

Friend and I wanted something quick to eat. Not a fan of fast food so we stopped by Istanbul. It was past "normal" lunch time. There were two other tables taken. We were offered to try a bourekas. We loved it and ordered. We had to wait for it to be fresly made. It was amazing! The only problem we had is watching their pastry shelf. How can you choose between so many kinds of baklava? We were so full with our food and coffee that now I have to go back just so i can have at least 4-5 kinds of baklava. Clean place, friendly service. Will be back soon!

Delicious food, and very friendly service. I loved the rolls, and the baklava was fantastic.

Out of the many, many food trucks which have visited my workplace over the past few years, one of my favorites has undoubtedly been Turkish Chef on Wheels. So I was positively "heyecanlı" when the very gregarious owner opened Istanbul Cafe & Bakery. In typical (?) Mark fashion, I'm going to begin a little bass-ackwardly with an evaluation of the "Bakery" side of the business. And you're gonna love it. Anyhoo, in the Turkish language, the term "börek" (plural "böreği", where the "ğ" is pronounced more like a very soft "y") can refer to any number of filled and stuffed pastries and pies. One of the best in my estimation is Su Börek, where layers of dough are first boiled, then filled, stacked, buttered and baked. If that perhaps sounds a bit too heavy, maybe you'd like a perky cheese-stuffed bun (Peynirli Poğaça, where "ç" is said like "ch" in "church") instead? Ah, you want a light breakfast, but are getting a bit bored with bagels. I think the Turkish analog, Simit, will similarly seduce you with its soft sesame seediness. But before I run out of "S"s, let's have a look at a couple of IC&B's sweet treats - two particular winners in my book are the creamy, nutty filo wonder known as Şöbiyet and the famed Havuç (carrot) baklava, named in fact for its shape. Oh, you were looking for more of a full meal here? Well really, why didn't you say so? IC&B has plenty of choices in this regard also. Named for the fact that the bread slices look like the wings of the titular bird, the Kumru or "dove" sandwich is loaded with tomatoes, peppers, and feta cheese to give you a boost of vitality. For an even more substantial option, why not try Manti - beef-stuffed dumplings drenched and dappled in garlic-and-mint-kissed yogurt? (If the name sounds vaguely familiar - you may well have eaten the Afghan version of this dish, which is usually termed Mantu). And yes, they do indeed have two variations of the quintessential Döner Kebap for you to sample here - one layering the sliced meat on a sandwich, the other sprinkling it over a salad. Don't forget a cool glass of Ayran (drinkable yogurt) alongside of course - and, if you're especially lucky, the coolers may just have a cup or two of Dondurma (chewy Turkish-style ice cream) for you to enjoy too. Afiyet olsun!

Rumor had it this place has the best baklava in town. I grew up in an area with many Greek families and I have frequented some really good Turkish restaurants. It is very hard to think of an instance where I liked the baklava as much as this one in the US. Without question, the very best. I also got a Tost which was really good and exactly what I expected. This is something I've had throughout Europe but not really in the US, if my memory serves. What got me excited what the lineup for dinner, which isn't extensive but hits on a number of dishes I long for. If these are anything as good as what I had for breakfast then they will be seeing my face quite often!

LOVE THIS PLACE. Baklava is so yummy and the people are always very friendly. We got the walnut baklava and the pistachio baklava. So fresh!

Hands down best coffee in town! I have had my eye on this place for a long time and finally got to try it today! Had a Turkish coffee with a piece of pistachio balaclava made right there! Absolutely perfect and so flavorful! The woman who helped us was so nice as well and welcoming! She also gave us a little sample of the chocolate balaclava which was also amazing! I will be returning soon for sure! Loved this place!!

We decided to have an adventure in food today, we drove to Istanbul Cafe And Bakery and we're not disappointed whatsoever. I cannot begin to tell you all of the dishes that we tried, I know we tried a little bit of everything, and the ones that stand out are the Kunefe, Su Borek, Spinach Feta Borektheyre all great and we weren't disappointed with one dish whatsoever. Everything it was delicious and well presented the staff is fun and friendly and explained everything that was on them even though I don't remember what they said. It was actually so good we're taking some home.

Driving around Denver as an outsider, a sudden craving for breakfast landed us in this Bakery. It is located in a very non-descript mall in a tight corner. The place is small but welcoming and the staff inside was very kind, giving us a taste of their freshly baked goods which included their baklava. You HAVE to try their baklava, it is probably one of the best I have ever tasted in my life. Their Manti dumplings are also glorious and so is the various baked goods they have. Definitely worth a try and would go in again once I go back to Denver.

This place almost makes me wish I would get married again so they can cater the wedding. Almost. Super warm and inviting. I was greeted right away and offered samples of whatever I wanted. I walked away with way too much food which I happily consumed. The baklava (and chocolate baklava) is amazing. Su borek, potato borek, and feta and spinach borek. Definitely will be back to try some of the other delights!

This place pops up all the time on lists for "best of" places to eat in Denver so I've been meaning to come check it out and I'm glad I did! The girl behind the counter was so nice. I asked for recommendations (as I am completely unfamiliar with Turkish food) and she recommended the breakfast plates and a variety of sweet and savory pastries. Then she gave me some samples, which were all so good. I asked all sorts of dumb questions like "what does Turkish coffee taste like?" And she was extremely patient and explained everything to me. Loved the pastries I picked up and will have to go back for a dine in breakfast or lunch sometime!

Pretty decent pastries and a great staff that enjoys educating patrons and giving samples.

This is a true neighborhood gem! How often do you walk into a restaurant Andy get offered a piece of baklava? Half the people who visit our house only come over because they are on their way to or from Istanbul, LOL. Every item on the relatively small menu is perfect!!! They could probably do a serious business on baklava alone, but the lunch and breakfast are delicious. My favorite thing is the su borek at breakfast. It's like an eggy, feta, phyllo casserole kind of thing, yum. Also, at lunch, the dumplings!

I picked up lahmacun and a few baklava, plus a spinach and feta pie. While the baklava was tasty and we sampled a few in the store that were also good, lahmacun was small with very little toppings. Flavor was good but I suggest adding more to it, otherwise you need at least 2. Spinach and feta pie was tasty but it needs more filling and salt. I don't think I'll go back just for baklava but if you're in the area and like these, give it a try.

The Dooner was great!!!! Definitely could taste the Turkish spice in the food was absolutely delish!!! Followed it by a Turkish tea wich was out of the world and finished off with a nutella acma too bad I didn't take a picture of the dooner but to be honest it was soo good I didn't pause to take a photo lol i would deff recommend this place to anyone too bad i live in Iowa but every time i had a delivery in the Denver area this is my spot and when it comes to the ambience definitely gives you a small turkish bistro fell good job guys but the service....let me tell you if you don't know any Turkish people then you wont know the natural turkish welcome smile that greats you with means alot!! 5 stars and not enough for you guys!!!

Oooooooh!!! Well My Goodness where should I even start because we are Taking you all the way to Istanbul just for a cup of Coffee Delicious is underrated it's Amazingly gracious.... And of course we care about your health and that means a little bit of music and entertainment just as you wish . I have been there myself and I felt like I was in Heaven oh wow ... let me stop here otherwise I can go on and on.....!

Had some good meat filled pastry and Turkish coffee which defines what robust means in coffee and it kept me going at 100% for the rest of the day.

I purchased the spinach and cheese, ground beef, a feta stuff pastry, and a Walnut baklava. My favorite was the ground beef. Perfect size for small snack and tasty. The Walnut baklava was the perfect bite size of yummy ooey goey goodness. The feta stuffed wasn't my favorite, but I did see many things I want to come back for. The Turkish pizza caught my eye, but it was breakfast time