Here are 12 of the best cheap cafés and bakeries in İzmir for backpackers, where you can enjoy coffee, pastries, and breakfast for about 2–6 €. Many are located in Alsancak, Konak, and Kemeraltı, the main backpacker areas of İzmir.
One thing you’ll notice quickly: İzmir has a huge bakery culture, especially for the famous pastry boyoz, a breakfast staple with a history of several centuries in the city.
12 Best Cheap Cafés & Bakeries in İzmir
- Dostlar Fırını
Probably the most famous bakery in İzmir.
Why go:
legendary boyoz pastry
traditional Turkish breakfast
very cheap prices
Typical price: 1–3 €
It has served locals since the 1980s and is considered the classic place to try boyoz.
- Reyhan Pastanesi
A historic café known for Turkish desserts and pastries.
Try:
baklava
cakes
Turkish tea
Budget: 3–5 €
- Leone Patisserie & Boulangerie
A European-style bakery.
Highlights:
croissants
artisan bread
affordable breakfast plates
Price: 4–6 €
- Rimo’s Creperie
A small café popular with students.
Try:
sweet crepes
Turkish coffee
waffles
Price: 3–5 €
- Zeynel Ergin Gevrek Fırını
A classic local bakery famous for gevrek (İzmir’s version of simit).
Why backpackers like it:
quick breakfast
very cheap
authentic local vibe
Price: 1–2 €
- Sevinç Pastanesi
One of the city’s oldest pastry cafés.
Try:
chocolate pastries
Turkish cakes
espresso drinks
Price: 3–6 €
- 25 Saat Gece Boyozcusu
A 24-hour bakery loved by students and night travelers.
Highlights:
fresh boyoz
eggs and tea
cheap late-night snack
Price: 2–4 €
- Atadan Fırın
A modern artisan bakery in Alsancak.
Popular items:
sourdough bread
pastries
filter coffee
Price: 3–5 €
- La Patisserie by Swissôtel
A stylish but still affordable café.
Good for:
coffee breaks
desserts
light breakfast
Price: 4–6 €
- Equinox Cafe
Popular with digital nomads and students.
Reasons to visit:
good coffee
relaxed atmosphere
laptop-friendly
Local users mention it as a great work café in Alsancak.
- Daft Coffee
A trendy but inexpensive specialty coffee shop.
Highlights:
quality espresso
minimalist design
backpacker vibe
- Be Water Coffee & Bookstore
A cozy book café.
Why travelers love it:
quiet atmosphere
cheap coffee
great for reading or planning trips
Typical Prices in İzmir Cafés
Backpacker price guide:
Coffee: 2–4 €
Pastry: 1–3 €
Breakfast combo: 3–6 €
A simple breakfast with boyoz and tea is one of the cheapest and most traditional ways to start the day in İzmir.
✅ Backpacker tip:
The best cheap cafés are usually found in Alsancak streets or inside the historic area near Kemeraltı Bazaar, where dozens of small bakeries sell fresh pastries every morning.