Speaking of the devil, Güllüoğlu is probably the most well known producer of baklava in Istanbul and has stores all over the city. However, you have to keep in mind that the Güllüuğlu family has many members, and only a few Güllüoğlu branches still produce the kind of baklava that the family’s ancestors would be proud of. The original Güllüoğlu branch in Gaziantep as well as Güllüoğlu in Karaköy are the best places to buy baklava adhering to the traditional techniques and ingredients of a family business that began in 1871.

Tray after Tray of baklava, the world-famous lozenge-shaped sugar bomb, will get you drooling as soon as you enter Karaköy Güllüoğlu, run by the Güllüoğlu family who have been in the baklava business since the 1800s. Making a pit stop at Güllüoğlu while waiting for the ferry to arrive at nearby Karaköy Pier is customary. Open until midnight, Karaköy Güllüoğlu’s baklava comes in original flavours like chocolate, and their sugar-free ‘diabak’ is suitable for diabetics.

Istanbul's traditional sweet shops, filled with the scent of rose, ginger and powdered sugar, are places of unbridled joy, displaying elaborate boxes of marzipan, glass jars of rock candies and sugared almonds, lokum (Turkish delight), crystallised fruit rinds and jellies. Often the larger stores double-up as cafes, meaning that you can have a coffee and a sweet treat then buy a box to take away with you. One of the more glamorous spots to do this is at Güllüoğlu located by the new Galataport development in Karaköy, right on the water.

Karaköy Güllüoğlu is perhaps the most famous baklava place in the world. Its fame is well-deserved as it dishes out countless trays of baklava everyday from the factory-like kitchens where experienced "usta"s (masters) roll out paper-thin phyllo dough, dust in heaping amounts of pistachio and make a crispy on the top, soggy at the bottom baklava. While there are better renditions of the traditional sweet in Antep, the baklava Mecca, Karaköy Güllüoğlu makes without doubt the best baklava in Istanbul.

KARAKÖY GÜLLÜOGLU is one of the most famous baklava brands in Turkey, founded in 1843 by the Güllü family, which is still famous for its consistent flavour, rich assortment and is a kind of sweet must-visit spot of Istanbul. Indeed we took an advantage to include it on our trip. Briefly back in history, the first in the family to start making baklava was Haci Mehmed Güllü, who was trained as a pastry chef and learnt the ins and outs of baklava making.

Karaköy Güllüoğlu-Nadir GÜLLÜ (@karakoygulluoglu)’in paylaştığı bir gönderi. Be ready to be lured into a traditional atmosphere with one of the best places in Istanbul for a taste of authentic Turkish desserts. Founded by the Güllü family who has been making desserts since the early 19th century, you will get the chance to taste top-quality products rather than künefe, along with several other traditional Turkish desserts like baklava.

Soğuk baklava became very popular in the summer months of 2021, and eventually made its way to Istanbul, where it is even served at Karaköy Güllüoğlu, the city’s most iconic baklava maker. On a warm day at the tail-end of October, we were in the mood for something cool and sweet, and popped into Pürtat, a local chain with a branch on the main street of the Kurtuluş neighborhood. We ordered a four-square portion and quickly dived in.

No trip to Türkiye would be complete without a sampling of pistachio-entrenched baklava. Karaköy Güllüoğlu, owned by the Güllü Family, has been masterfully making baklava for six generations. The syrupy layers of silk-like thin pastry with generous amounts of pistachios, walnuts and clotted cream come in different sizes and shapes, but all feature the best ingredients sourced from the same producers for many many years.

Baklava is a traditional Turkish dessert that is made of many layers of filo filled with chopped nuts such pistachios, walnuts, almond and hazelnuts and held together with honey or syrup. Baklava was developed from the imperial kitchens of Topkapi Palace during the Ottoman Empire. It is also a common dessert in Greece, however Greek version is supposedly made with 33 dough layers (years of Christ’s life).

Karaköy Güllüoğlu is one of the best places that serve the best baklava in Istanbul and Turkey. It is located in Karaköy nearby Galata in the heart of the European side of Istanbul which makes it easy to access. Their motto is “One Store, Unique Quality”, as it is, they have only one branch to assure the customer to get the perfect unchanging taste of quality and service.

It’s a family business doing this job for more than 200 years. Their expertise brought with these long years of business gives surely a perfect taste to their baklavas. We can see this from the fact that favorite or the most famous baklava type of Karaköy Güllüoğlu is all the baklava types served in there because they are specialized for each and every type of baklava.

Hafiz Mustafa aside, we’ve tried a few more other places and Karaköy Güllüoğlu is one that we also enjoyed a lot. The baklava emporium has been feeding Istanbul’s sweet tooth since 1949 and is still keeping its original production operation. It’s a bit of a canteen-style in there, with different stations of different treats (various baklavas, ice cream, drinks, etc.).

While primarily known for its baklava, Karaköy Güllüoğlu has ventured into the craft beer scene with its own line of beers. Their unique offerings, which include a baklava-flavored beer, showcase the creativity and innovation of Turkish brewers. A visit here is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory, as you can enjoy their famous desserts alongside their craft beers.

Baklava bence ozel bir gunde mutlulukla yenilecek, iyisi ozlenilecek ozel bir tatli. Iyi yapilmis olani cok degerli. Bunu Sidney’de baklavanin bin cesidinin olmasi (nutellali, hindistan cevizli vs.) ve her an ortalama bir baklava bulunabilir olmasi, ya da sekli baklavaya benzeyen her seyin baklava olarak adlandirilmasi farketmemi sagladi aslinda.

Karakoy Gulluoglu is the first brand that comes to mind when it comes to baklava in Turkey. The Gulluoglu family comes from Gaziantep, the baklava capital of Turkey. Gulluoglu brand, which started to produce baklava in the late 1800s, opened its shop in Istanbul’s Karakoy district in 1949 and its fame spread throughout the city in a short time.

The Karaköy Güllüoğlu is a famous Turkish pastry shop and café located in the Karaköy district of Istanbul. In Karaköy Güllüoğlu we can not only enjoy the popular Turkish coffee and tea but also an incredible variety of Turkish desserts such as baklava, lokum, and kadayıf. We also have the chance to try some salty Turkish dishes such as börek.

Baklava is a very traditional Turkish dessert consisting of layered sweetened filo pastry filled with chopped nuts. You'll find baklava literally everywhere in Istanbul, but if it's vegan baklava you're after then this divine spot (which only sells baklava of virtually every shape, kind and flavour) offers two delicious vegan kinds.

Turkish sweets are out-of-this-world delicious and warrant paying a visit to this old institution for sweet pastries and desserts. Known for having some of the best baklava in all of Turkey, Karaköy Güllüoğlu is the place to go to get your sugar fix in the city. Be sure to try other desserts such as kunefe too, they're all delicious.

Another Baklava and desserts shop with more than 100 experience in Istanbul, Karaköy Güllüoğlu started its business in 1949 with a small shop. Now they own the world’s first baklava factory and produce approximately 2.5 tons of baklava per day. So far, Karaköy Güllüoğlu does not have other branches outside the karakoy area.

The second-best baklava brand in Istanbul is Karaköy Güllüoğlu. If you see this brand in the Duty-Free section of the airport, I highly recommend buying your desired baklava from them. However, if you cannot find Karaköy Güllüoğlu, I suggest you opt for walnut baklava, as it has a better flavor compared to other types.

This sweets shop sells a wide variety of Baklava since 1947. We intentionally skipped dessert at Karakoy Lokantasi knowing that the famous baklava shop is merely a few steps away. Thinking that per order means per piece, I ordered three kinds and received three plates of Baklava enough for a family of six to consume!

Always busy, Karaköy Güllüoğlu serves the flakiest syrup-soaked filo pastry treats in the city. Check the menu and head for the counter to order your delights and Turkish tea. The Fıstıklı Havuç Dilimi Baklava (Palace Baklava with Pistachio) is a popular choice among the locals, in case you are struggling to decide.

Very popular baklava shop, making people happy since 1820, recommended to me by Istanbul natives (Istanbulites ?) as a must-try. They didn’t, however, reveal where to get those sweet Mary Jane balls Anthony Bourdain made me drool over while watching No Reservations Istanbul episode. There is always a next time ...

Karaköy Güllüoğlu has gluten-free baklava with two flavors: pistachio and walnuts. Named as Çölbak, (Çölyak + Baklava, cute huh?) this yummy treat is available in Güllüoğlu’s Karaköy venue, the only official one. You can also order it home via the official website, whether you are in Turkey or abroad.

Hands down the best news for those pursuing a gluten-free lifestyle however is the fact that not only does Mado, Turkey's largest ice cream chain, serve a selection of gluten-free flavors but Karaköy Güllüoğlu, the aficionados in baklava the world over, now make gluten-free variations.

Remember this name because the best baklava in Istanbul is for sale in Karaköy Güllüoğlu. Usually, it is good for three days but here they make it every morning. If you want to buy different goodies and take them with you, guys at the shop can easily wrap them in a tight vacuum.

You won’t meet with a local who doesn’t know Güllüoğlu because it is the best baklava in Turkey. Their most known and biggest branch is at Karaköy although you can find smaller ones all spread over the city. Güllüoğlu makes all kinds of baklava and other delicious sweets.

Karaköy Güllüoğlu – if the great Anthony Bourdain declared this to be the best baklava in Istanbul, I am not going to argue. There are many, many varieties to choose from – including gluten free. Get a selection to wash down with a glass of çay and watch the world go by.

This iconic bakery, established in 1820, is renowned for its dedication to time-honored recipes and high-quality ingredients. Their revani is no exception, boasting a perfectly moist and crumbly texture, a subtle sweetness, and a delicate aroma of cinnamon and citrus.

Next stop was Karaköy Güllüoğlu where we bought some baklava to go. This place was famous for serving baklava in homemade style along with tea – it tasted absolutely out of this world!. Sadly, no pics as we were too busy eating and Parth was asleep.

Treat your sweet tooth – get your sugar fix with a scrumptious baklava dessert at Karaköy Güllüoğlu, the best place in the city for baklava. Best complemented with some Turkish ice cream, or a glass of hot Turkish tea (çay) or lemonade (limonata).

Karaköy Güllüoğlu, the first bakery baklava shop in Istanbul, has been hosting its guests in Karaköy since its opening. Beside the baklava, they are also very successful in the şöbiyet, burma, kadayıf, and the milk nuriye.

If you want to eat one of the best baklava in the whole world then you should definitely go to Karaköy Güllüoğlu. It is no coincidence that this name is known all over the planet. You won’t eat better anywhere else.

Karaköy Gulluoglu: Another branch of the famous Güllüoğlu Baklavaları, this location also serves excellent Turkish ice cream. It's a great stopover while exploring the trendy neighborhood of Karaköy.

Apart from the baklava of the place that has been serving in the same branch for many years; The tastes like şöbiyet, burma, kadayıf and milk nuriye are also very delicious.

As previously mentioned, I asked a friend at Turkish Munchies for restaurant recommendations. Being in the snack business, the first places he suggested all served dessert.

On the other hand, Karakoy gulluoglu is proud of having one and only branch on the coast of Istanbul where the best type of Turkish delight sweets can be found there.