Ülker Fırın

A local bakery and flour products shop tucked into the 16 Eylül neighborhood, Ülker Fırın is worth seeking out for its sourdough and whole wheat breads — including rye, chickpea, and ancient grain siyez loaves you won't find at every corner bakery. They also do cakes and traditional Turkish syrup and milk-based desserts. It's a proper neighborhood spot, not a tourist-facing place, so come early before the good stuff sells out.