This eccentrically decorated and very popular cafe in the old town offers a nostalgic jazz soundtrack, extensive dessert menu (cakes, soufflés, tiramisu), homemade soda and savoury snacks including böreks (filled pastries). Sit inside or in the atmospheric laneway.
Café Caramel
Ayvalık
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