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Waterside breakfast, sunset and celebration tables in the historic Refi Pasha Mansion

Kai Cengelkoy

Restaurant · Brunch

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8 Kaptani Derya Seyit Ali Pasha St., Cengelkoy

Kai uses the historic Refi Pasha Mansion in Cengelkoy as an all-day restaurant and celebration venue. White mansion rooms, balconies and close Bosphorus views create a romantic but relaxed rhythm from breakfast to dinner.

Recommended by Elif TanerCoffee & Pastry Editor · Istanbul
Elif Taner — Coffee & Pastry Editor

Elif Taner

Coffee & Pastry Editor

Elif looks at the small details separating an everyday coffee stop from a considered pastry experience. Freshness, pastry balance, coffee preparation and a venue’s rhythm through the day shape her editorial view.

Areas of focus

  • Pastry and dessert
  • Turkish coffee
  • Third-wave coffee
  • Breakfast

Editorial principles

  • Put freshness before appearance
  • Evaluate sweetness and texture together
  • State the right time of day to visit
Neighbourhoods followed
Moda · Nişantaşı · Karaköy · Cihangir
Languages
Turkish · English
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Why go

To combine historic mansion atmosphere, near-water tables, a generous breakfast and special-occasion flexibility in Cengelkoy.

Kai uses the historic Refi Pasha Mansion in Cengelkoy as an all-day restaurant and celebration venue. White mansion rooms, balconies and close Bosphorus views create a romantic but relaxed rhythm from breakfast to dinner.

Order this

Share the hot dishes and cheese selection at breakfast; for dinner, follow a starter with grilled meat or fish and request a time that catches sunset.

Our short order keeps the table focused on what this kitchen does best.

Best time

Open daily 09:00-01:00. Call ahead for balcony or near-water seating and for celebration arrangements.

Timing can change the entire experience; reserve ahead when possible.

Opening hours
  • Mon09:00–01:00
  • Tue09:00–01:00
  • Wed09:00–01:00
  • Thu09:00–01:00
  • Fri09:00–01:00
  • Sat09:00–01:00
  • Sun09:00–01:00
Before you plan
  • ReservationsRequest a table via WhatsApp; your reservation is confirmed when the venue accepts it.
  • AccessibilitySufficient verified detail on step-free entry, lifts and accessible restrooms is not published. Confirm your requirements with the venue before visiting.

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Editorial review: Choose Istanbul Editorial Team
Last checked: 25 Aug 2026
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