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Karaköy Güllüoğlu
The famous Karaköy baklava shop, a single-branch business selling pistachio and walnut baklava, kadayıf, börek and Turkish delight to eat in or take away.
At a glance
- Type
- Baklava and börek
- Area
- Karaköy, Istanbul, Türkiye
- Price
- $ · Budget
- Official site
- karakoygulluoglu.com
- Last checked
- October 23, 2026
Good to know
- Takeaway
- Delivery in Istanbul
- Worldwide shipping
Why we recommend it
Karaköy Güllüoğlu is a pilgrimage stop for anyone with a sweet tooth. Its single shop on Kemankeş Caddesi turns out tray after tray of baklava, from classic pistachio and walnut to hazelnut, almond, gluten-free and vegan versions, along with shredded-pastry kadayıf, börek and Turkish delight.
Order at the counter by the portion and eat at the tables inside, ideally with a glass of tea, or buy a box to take home; the shop also ships across Turkey and abroad, and delivers within Istanbul. Mornings are a good time to try a savoury börek before the afternoon dessert crowds arrive. It is a short walk from the Karaköy ferry terminal and tram stop.
Reviewed by Lifestylemetro · Details checked October 23, 2026
Karaköy Güllüoğlu FAQs
Does Güllüoğlu have other branches?
The company states that its Karaköy store is its only branch.
Can I send baklava home?
Yes — it ships across Turkey and worldwide, and offers courier delivery within Istanbul.