Top 20 Special Breakfast Items In Istanbul Turkey

top 20 special breakfast items in istanbul turkey
top 20 special breakfast items in istanbul turkey

Istanbul is one of the most popular cities in Turkey. We are all well aware of the fact that Turkey is one of the most beautiful countries. It’s not wrong if we say that Istanbul is the Mumbai of Turkey. The people who stay there are very sweet and friendly. Just like their people, they have delicious foods as well. Well, if you are having difficulty finding out about what people in Istanbul have for breakfast, here is your solution, as in this article you’ll learn about the top 20 special breakfast items in Istanbul.

1. Sigara Börek

One of the most popular breakfasts is Sigara Bőrek. Actually, not only in Istanbul, it is famous all over Turkey. People there really prefer this during the morning time. It is obvious that you will face difficulty pronouncing it, so you can call it Turkish cheese rolls, as it is so yummy and crunchy. In Turkish, the real meaning of sigara is cigeratte, but it’s not what it sounds like. Because of its shape, its name is Sigara.

1. Sigara Borek

2.Kahvalti

Kahvalti is one of the classic breakfast items you can have in Istanbul. Before you get confused about what kind of breakfast it is, let me tell you the ingredients from which it is made. It has different kinds of cheeses, black and green olives, fresh baked white bread, fruits, honey, and sweet butter. You can have it with the famous Turkish tea.

2. kahvalti

3. Menemen

It is one of the traditional breakfast items in Istanbul. It consists of eggs, tomatoes, green peppers, and some spices. You can also have it with onions, but most people in Istanbul do not like meze with onions. If you are an Indian, then it’s obvious that you’ll prefer it with onions because in English this dish is called Turkish Omlette.

3. Menemen

4. Sucuklu Yumurta

It is also one of the variations of breakfast whose main ingredient is eggs. No, it’s not an omelette or an egg curry. In English, you can call it “egg with sausage.” If you are a cheese lover, then you will definitely love this dish for your breakfast because it has cheese in it. It is a very unique dish, whose appearance is good as well.

4. Sucuklu Yumurta

5. Mantarlı Omlet

Omelettes are the most common breakfast item, but there are numerous variations in Istanbul.Mantarl Omlet is one of the special breakfast items in Istanbul, and it is special because you can only have this delicious item in Istanbul or in Turkey. It is called “mushroom omelette,” in other words. You should definitely try this item.

5. Mantarli Omlet

6. Gözleme

Gözleme is a Turkish pastry which they have for breakfast. Basically, it is made up of dough, which usually contains flour, salt, and water. It is also said that it is a popular Turkish stuffed flatbread. It’s quite different from the usual pastry. This item is so popular that you can have it on the street as well, not only in Istanbul but all over Turkey.

6.Gozleme

7. Grilled Halloumi Cheese

It is one of the easiest breakfasts to make, taking around 10 minutes to cook. The crispiness of this item will make you fall in love with it. There are different variations of halloumi as well, but with cheese, it’s so delicious. People have it according to their preference, but if you want to have the best version of halloumi, then must-try grilled halloumi cheese.

7. Grilled Halloumi Cheese

8. Acuka

Acuka may sound very sweet, but in reality it’s not. Acuka is a spicy breakfast that you’ll love. It is also called Mhammara. It’s so delicious that once you have it, you will wish to have it again. You can get this in any restaurant in Istanbul, but the best place to get it is Cuma.

8.Acuka

9. Sarma

Sarma is a special Turkish dish which is also known as stuffed vine leaves. Many people call it dolma as well. You may have eaten it before, but Turkish dolmas are the best and they have so many varieties. In Istanbul, you can have the dolma, which is called sarma, at Cafe Rumist. It serves the tastiest sarma ever.

9. Sarma

10. Yumurtalı Ekmek

Don’t put so much pressure on your mind by thinking about it. It sounds complicated for non-Turkish people. So, let’s make this easy for you guys. It’s actually French toast, which is made by soaking sliced bread in beaten eggs and milk. It has several names all around the world as people name it according to their choice.

10.Yumurtali Ekmek

11. Kavurma

Kavurma is a dish that is made from onions and meat. It is one of the special and most popular food items. So, it’s very easy to find this dish. You can have it in any restaurant in Istanbul. It’s one of the popular dishes, so it’s obvious that it will taste delicious and make your mouth full of water as well.

11.Kavurma

12. Beyaz Peynirli Pide

It is one of those tasty and crispy breakfasts that will actually make your morning good. It consists of feta cheese, parsley, onions, and tomatoes. It’s a spicy food item that will definitely make you a fan of it once you have it. Lookwise, it’s nice. This dish should definitely be tried in IstanbulBay.

12.Beyaz Peynirli Pide

13. Hummus

Hummus is a dish that people like to have for breakfast. Generally, it is eaten as a dip with pita bread. But in Turkey, it is served as an appetiser or meze. Their eating style is different as well; they eat it with a fork rather than dipping. You can also have it with yoghurt and also try buttery Turkish hummus. It won’t disappoint you at all.

13.Hummus

14. Abagannuc

It is a Turkish eggplant salad, which is also known as baba ghanoush. It has a smoky flavour. Everyone should try this item as it is very healthy and tasty. You may have eaten many kinds of salads, but this one is quite different. And you can have this special item in the “DOĞACIYIZ GOURMET” restaurant, which was established in Istanbul.

14.Abagannuc

15. Ekmek

Breads are called ekmek in Turkish. It’s a sweet breakfast that everyone loves to have. Every culture has its own way of eating. Some like to eat sweet bread, some like it spicy, and some want sandwiches. So people have it according to their preference and mood. It’s a very simple item that’s made from flour and water.

15.Ekmek

16. Red Lentil Soup

It is one of the most popular soups in Turkey. Having soups during breakfast is not a new thing. It is one of the healthy breakfasts that you can have in Istanbul. It is also known as mercimek corbasi. The soup is served with croutons, cucumber, flatbread, or a side salad.

16.Red Lentil Soup

17. Döner Kebab

Sandwiches are called Döner kebabs in Turkish. It can also be spelled as Doner Kebab. The main ingredients for this item are lamb, beef, chicken, or pork. You can have it normally or with lettuce or mayonnaise. There are so many variations of sandwiches, so you can have one according to your mood.

17.Doner Kebab

18. Granola

It is a popular breakfast item that consists of rolled oats, nuts, honey, or other sweet ingredients. It’s so sweet and crispy that you will love it. You can also make it in your home easily, but there will be one thing missing, and that one thing is its crunchiness. Overall, it’s a perfect breakfast snack you can have in Istanbul.

18.Granola

19. Simit

It is one of the most loved items that you can have for your breakfast. It is also known as the “Turkish bagel.” It’s circular in shape and is also a street food. So, you can find it anywhere in Istanbul. It’s such a delightful item that you should definitely try it. This will be fully worthwhile.

19.Simit

20. English Breakfast

It is one of the special breakfast items that you can get at 180 coffee bakery in Istanbul. According to the reviews as well, people like this breakfast so much. It consists of pork sausage, crispy bacon, two fried eggs, mushrooms, baked beans, hashbrowns, and English muffins. There are chances that you may not know about some items, so to know about how they taste, you should definitely give this special item a try.

20.English Breakfast