An institution in Antalya city for over 60 years, Petek is the city's most beloved pastane (pastry shop) and café, serving the finest baklava, Turkish pastries, and rich hot chocolate. A mandatory stop for those with a sweet tooth.
Petek Pastanesi is the most celebrated pastry shop and café in Antalya city, operating on Kazım Özalp Caddesi for over sixty years and maintaining its status as the definitive address for baklava, Turkish sweets, and pastries in the region. The name petek means honeycomb in Turkish, and the shop's identity has long been intertwined with the finest pistachio baklava in the city — prepared in-house with hand-rolled filo pastry, unsalted butter, and premium Gaziantep pistachios before being drenched in light sugar syrup. The baklava counter presents around fifteen varieties, from classic pistachio and walnut preparations to sütlü nuriye (milk-soaked baklava) and the richer midye (mussel-shaped) format. Alongside the baklava, the pastane (pastry shop) produces sütlaç (baked rice pudding with a caramelised skin), kazandibi (caramelised milk pudding), and a rotating selection of seasonal milk-based sweets that represent the finest tradition of Turkish muhallebici (milk pudding shop) culture. The café section serves Turkish tea and thick Turkish coffee alongside the sweets. Takeaway boxes of baklava are sold by weight and make excellent gifts; vacuum-packed versions are available for travellers carrying food home. The shop is busy throughout the day, but the morning and mid-afternoon hours are the best times to find the full range of pastries at their freshest. Prices are very modest — a portion of baklava with tea costs around 80–100 TL.
Signature dishes
- Pistachio Baklava — $4
- Sütlaç (rice pudding) — $3
- Turkish Tea & Pastry Set — $4
Good to know
- Known for
- Antalya's finest baklava and pastries, a city institution
- Hours
- 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Location
Kazım Özalp Caddesi, Antalya
36.8875, 30.7098 View on map
Highlights
- Antalya's premier pastry shop, trading for over sixty years on Kazım Özalp Caddesi
- Fifteen varieties of fresh pistachio and walnut baklava made in-house daily
- Sütlaç (baked rice pudding with caramelised skin) and kazandibi milk puddings
- Takeaway baklava boxes sold by weight — excellent gifts and souvenirs
- Turkish coffee and tea served alongside sweets in a classic pastane setting
Tips for visiting
- Visit in the morning when the baklava is freshest — by late afternoon the most popular varieties may sell out.
- Buy a mixed box by weight to sample multiple varieties; staff will guide the selection.
- The vacuum-packed baklava boxes are suitable for taking home and keep for several days.
- Order sütlaç alongside the baklava for a contrasting texture — the cold, creamy pudding balances the sweetness of the pastry.
- The shop is busy at all times; ordering and paying at the counter before finding a table is the standard procedure.
Accessibility
The pastry shop is located on a main commercial street in central Antalya and is accessible at ground level with no steps at the entrance. The interior is spacious enough for most mobility aids during quieter hours, though busy periods can make navigation difficult. The street outside has good pavement access.
Frequently asked questions
What makes Petek Pastanesi's baklava distinctive?
The shop prepares its baklava in-house using hand-rolled filo pastry, unsalted butter, and Gaziantep pistachios — the regional standard for premium quality. The syrup is lighter than the Istanbul style, producing a less cloying result that Antalya locals strongly prefer.
Can baklava be purchased to take home?
Yes. Baklava is sold by weight in gift boxes and in vacuum-packed formats suitable for travel. Staff can pack selections for gift-giving. The vacuum-packed variety keeps for up to a week at room temperature.
Does Petek serve savoury food?
No. Petek is a traditional pastane (pastry café) and serves only sweet items — baklava, milk puddings, and pastries — alongside tea and coffee. It is not a lunch or dinner restaurant.
What are the opening hours?
Petek Pastanesi typically opens at 7 AM and closes around 10 PM, making it suitable for an early morning breakfast sweet or an after-dinner visit. It is open daily throughout the year.