Fabrikafa. Make & Coffee A cafe and workshop house in Üsküdar.
A Maker House in the garden of a 200-year-old wooden mansion on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. A different kind of break: specialty coffee, craft, quiet.
Cafe
A quiet Üsküdar cafe: garden, wood, history.
Fabrikafa sits on Üsküdar's gastronomy street, right next to Valide-i Cedid Mosque, on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. In the garden of a 200-year-old mansion you will find brunch, specialty coffee and house-made desserts. Quiet for working, calm for meeting, one of the best places in Üsküdar to study or sit through a slow afternoon.
We are open every day from 12:00 to 22:30. Wi-Fi is fast, the garden is open through every season weather permits. We can close the cafe for full-day private events and group workshops.
Workshops
Art workshops in Istanbul, with Istanbul Workshops.
Looking for a coffee workshop in Istanbul? Our art workshops in central Üsküdar cover coffee classes and barista basics, perfume making, mosaic lamp making, stained glass, Turkish tile and illumination art, plus leather crafting; all hosted with Istanbul Workshops. Come solo or as a group; turn an afternoon into one of the most memorable Istanbul experiences you can take home.
- 01
Turkish Coffee Workshop
Learn the 500-year-old Turkish coffee tradition over a single cup. Bean selection, brewing and foam, hands-on; mastic and pistachio variants included.
- 02
Perfume Making Workshop
Start from the notes and blend your own 50 ml fragrance. Take home your personal formula and bottle.
- 03
Mosaic Lamp Workshop
Pick coloured glass and rebuild an Anatolian craft. Light your Turkish lamp and take it home with you.
- 04
Stained Glass Workshop
A traditional art workshop on glass with colour and light. Design and paint your own panel.
- 05
Turkish Tile Painting Workshop
Learn classic Iznik motifs and paint your own ceramic tile. A traditional art experience in Istanbul.
- 06
Turkish Illumination Art Workshop
Step into Turkish miniature and illumination art; gold leaf, leaves and roots, fine brush work.
- 07
Leather Crafting Workshop
A wallet, card holder or belt from natural leather; cutting, stitching and finishing techniques.
Visit
How to find us.
A 5-minute walk from Üsküdar Square, right next to Valide-i Cedid Mosque on the gastronomy street.
- Address
- Fabrikafa Üsküdar
Aziz Mahmut Hüdayi Mh.
Gülfem Sk. No:15
34672 Üsküdar / Istanbul - Hours
- Monday to Sunday
12:00 to 22:30
Reviews
4.7 stars on Google, 617 reviews.
Cozy atmosphere, amazing coffee. Allyssu A · 05.2025
A little hidden away, but managed to notice someone through the window who invited us in. Shoaib G · 10.2024
Spectacular place that offers excellent variety of workshops. Piero · 01.2026
Absolutely wonderful experiences. We did the coffee making, the best experience ever. Charlotte A · 09.2024
The perfume experience is amazing. Kind of hidden, but worth trying. Rudd V · 01.2026
Enjoy cafe and learn how to make a Turkish mosaic lamp. Food, service and atmosphere all five stars. Tran Anh Hung · 02.2026
Our guide Zehra was an absolute gem. Friendly, knowledgeable, and encouraging. Maya D · 11.2025
I did couple of workshops during my stay in Istanbul, the best idea for the whole trip. Lucia Serrano · 03.2026
Frequently asked
Questions and answers.
Where is Fabrikafa?
Fabrikafa Make & Coffee is in Üsküdar, on Aziz Mahmut Hüdayi neighbourhood, Gülfem Sokak No:15. A 5-minute walk from Üsküdar Square, right next to Valide-i Cedid Mosque, on the gastronomy street, in the garden of a 200-year-old wooden mansion.
What are Fabrikafa's opening hours?
Open every day, Monday to Sunday, from 12:00 to 22:30.
What is on Fabrikafa's menu?
Specialty coffee (V60, Chemex, espresso), Turkish coffee (classic, mastic, pistachio), San Sebastian cheesecake, brownies and magnolia, house-made bazlama toast, pizza, sweet and savoury crepes, omelettes. Full menu at menu.fabrikafa.org.
What workshops are offered at Fabrikafa?
In partnership with Istanbul Workshops we host seven craft classes: Turkish coffee, perfume making, mosaic lamp, stained glass, Turkish tile painting, illumination art and leather crafting. All workshops can be hosted in both Turkish and English.
How do I book at Fabrikafa?
For workshops, message Instagram (@fabrikafatr) or call +90 216 343 03 02. The cafe itself does not require a reservation; for private events or group workshops we can close the cafe for the full day.
Looking for a workshop cafe in Üsküdar?
Fabrikafa is the only address in Üsküdar that combines specialty coffee with a hands-on workshop experience. Brunch in the mansion garden, followed by a class with Istanbul Workshops: coffee brewing, perfume making, mosaic lamp.
Is Fabrikafa a good place to study or work?
Yes. The garden is quiet, Wi-Fi is fast, seating is generous. Many Google reviews describe us as one of the best cafes in Üsküdar to study.
Is parking available at Fabrikafa?
Üsküdar Square car park is a 5-minute walk away. Street parking is limited; public transport is the easier option (Marmaray, ferry and metrobus reach Üsküdar in 5-10 min).
Is Fabrikafa child friendly?
Our garden is child friendly. Some workshops (e.g. stained glass) have age limits; please check the workshop page for details.