Hafız Mustafa 1864 Sirkeci

Hafız Mustafa's name carries the date 1864, and its Sirkeci shop, on a busy street between Sirkeci station and Eminönü, is one of its best-known branches. Glass cabinets are stacked with baklava, kadayıf, milk puddings, cakes and Turkish delight, and there is seating where you can order a plate of sweets with tea or coffee.

It also serves breakfast and sells gift boxes, which makes it a convenient place to stock up before heading home. Expect queues for tables in the afternoon; the takeaway counter is quicker if you just want a box. Try a mixed baklava plate or one of the milk puddings, and pair it with a Turkish coffee.