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Çifte Minareli Cafe & Restoran

  • CuisineTurkish café
  • CategoryCafé / Light Meals
  • VibeMonument-side café, unhurried, suitable for solo visitors and couples
  • Rating★ 4.3
  • Price$ — ₺50-140 (approx $1.35-3.80)

Çifte Minareli Cafe & Restoran takes its name from the double-minareted Hatuniye Madrasa on Madrasa Meydanı, which it faces across a small square. The café sits at the intersection of the city's principal historical monument zone and its pedestrian circulation, which makes it a natural stopping point for visitors completing a tour of Karaman's old quarter.

Çifte Minareli Cafe & Restoran

Çifte Minareli Cafe & Restoran takes its name from the double-minareted Hatuniye Madrasa on Madrasa Meydanı, which it faces across a small square. The café sits at the intersection of the city's principal historical monument zone and its pedestrian circulation, which makes it a natural stopping point for visitors completing a tour of Karaman's old quarter. The format blends a Turkish café — centred on çay, Turkish coffee, and cold drinks — with a light food menu that extends to gözleme, sandwiches, toasties, and waffles, covering the range of foods needed by visitors who want something to eat without committing to a full restaurant meal. Türk kahvesi is prepared in the traditional copper cezve method, served with a glass of cold water and a small piece of lokum on the side — a presentation that reinforces the café's positioning near Karaman's main tourist monuments. Dondurma (Turkish ice cream), thick and stretchy from mastic and salep, is offered as a summer treat. The interiors are more considered than the average Karaman eatery: exposed stone walls, upholstered bench seating, and soft lighting create a relaxed atmosphere that sustains extended stays. The café is open from 08:00 to 23:00, allowing it to serve breakfast, mid-morning, lunch, and after-dinner crowds as a single continuous operation. No alcohol is served.

Signature dishes

  • Türk kahvesi
  • Gözleme
  • Toasties
  • Dondurma (ice cream)

Good to know

Known for
Turkish coffee, waffles, sandwiches, and tea near the monument
Hours
Daily 08:00-23:00
Reservations
No reservations

Location

Madrasa Meydanı 1, Karaman 70100

37.1822, 33.2154 View on map

Highlights

  • Directly facing Hatuniye Madrasa — the most atmospheric café location near Karaman's monuments
  • Traditional Türk kahvesi prepared in a copper cezve, served with lokum
  • Dondurma (mastic ice cream) available through summer months
  • Exposed stone interior — more characterful than most cafés in the city centre

Tips for visiting

  • Order Turkish coffee and request it orta (medium sugar) unless strong and unsweetened coffee is a preference.
  • The café is open until 23:00, making it one of the few late-evening options near the monument quarter.
  • Gözleme takes about ten minutes to prepare; order it early if the goal is a light lunch rather than just coffee.
  • Outdoor tables facing the madrasa fill quickly on weekends; arrive before 10:00 or after 15:00 for the best seats.

Accessibility

The café is at street level on Madrasa Meydanı with no steps at the entrance. The interior has mixed seating including bench and chair options. The outdoor terrace facing the madrasa is on a flat paved surface.

Frequently asked questions

Is Çifte Minareli a full restaurant or just a café?

It is primarily a café with a light food menu — gözleme, sandwiches, toasties, and waffles. It is not a full-service restaurant with a broad menu.

What does çifte minareli mean?

Çifte minareli means 'double-minareted' in Turkish, a reference to the Hatuniye Madrasa that stands opposite the café.

What are the opening hours?

The café is open daily from 08:00 to 23:00, covering breakfast through late evening.

Is Wi-Fi available?

Most cafés in central Karaman offer Wi-Fi; confirm availability on arrival as this is subject to change.