LOKUM
A charming Turkish coffee shop and dessert haven, LOKUM delights with its ornate decor, exotic sweets, and authentic coffee.
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LOKUM
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A charming Turkish coffee shop and dessert haven, LOKUM delights with its ornate decor, exotic sweets, and authentic coffee.
"Experience a beautiful shop filled with delicious Turkish delight and a cafe that transports you to another world! +1"
Sample Before You Buy
Taste various Turkish delights and nougats to find your favorites before purchasing. Free samples are often available! [^R2, ^M8]
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed experience by visiting during less busy times. [^D1]
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Turkish
Price
Mid-range
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Exotic Turkish Delights & Baklava
Indulge in a dazzling array of over 30 flavors of authentic Turkish delights and exquisite baklava, with options for every palate.
Transportive Istanbul Ambiance
Experience a cozy, ornate atmosphere with chandeliers and intricate decor that transports you straight to Istanbul. [^M3, ^R2, ^R5]
TikTok Famous Dubai Chocolate
Savor the viral Dubai handmade chocolate, a must-try treat that's creating a buzz on social media.
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from TikTok, Instagram & Reddit
Sample Before You Buy
Taste various Turkish delights and nougats to find your favorites before purchasing. Free samples are often available! [^R2, ^M8]
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed experience by visiting during less busy times. [^D1]
Explore the Cafe Area
Discover the back cafe for an immersive Istanbul experience and don't miss the famed Dubai chocolate. [^D1]
Try Unique Flavors
Be adventurous and try unique Turkish delight flavors like rosehip or pistachio. [^D1, ^R1]
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from all over the internet
Sample Before You Buy
Taste various Turkish delights and nougats to find your favorites before purchasing. Free samples are often available! [^R2, ^M8]
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Avoid crowds and enjoy a more relaxed experience by visiting during less busy times. [^D1]
Explore the Cafe Area
Discover the back cafe for an immersive Istanbul experience and don't miss the famed Dubai chocolate. [^D1]
Try Unique Flavors
Be adventurous and try unique Turkish delight flavors like rosehip or pistachio. [^D1, ^R1]
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Lokum offers a visually stunning and delicious experience with its ornate decor and wide variety of Turkish delights and baklava. Diners praise the authentic flavors and the transportive ambiance, though some find the prices to be on the higher side. The staff is noted for being friendly and generous with samples.
"It's such a beautiful shop, always neat and clean. It's filled with beautiful imported gifts and delicious Turkish delight, so many flavors! There's also a cafe at the back of the store serving Turkish coffee and Pssssst, they sell the TikTok famous Dubai chocolate there! Better grab it while you can!
This has become an annual tradition for our family to stop by on our way home. I have to get my specialty TD. My faves are the rosehip and pistachio & the nougat pistachio. Makes the long drive home so much better. ;)"
D. Burns
"Beautiful decorated turkish coffee shop featuring turkish sweets. The stuff is very friendly and will give you samples. I just had the tea and it was well prepared. I enjoyed this experience and it transfers you to a different world for some time."
Jasmin Hussain
"Chic Turkish coffee spot in the heart of Santa Barbara! This store is a visual feast, bejeweled and studded with mound after mound of Turkish delights - among other confections. Enjoyed a wonderful afternoon coffee (who needs high tea when you can have Turkish coffee?!).
Huge variety of snacks and sweets along with a wide variety of teas and coffee to pick from. If you’re not familiar with Turkish coffee it has a different texture from drip coffee or espresso.
Highly recommend giving this spot a try!"
Justin McClelland
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Turkish delights and baklava are highly recommended, along with the Turkish coffee. Don't miss the viral Dubai chocolate! +1
Yes, the staff is very friendly and offers generous samples of their Turkish delights and sweets, allowing you to try before you buy. [^R2, ^M8]
The restaurant boasts a cozy and ornate ambiance with chandeliers and intricate decor, reminiscent of Istanbul. [^M3, ^R2]
Yes, LOKUM offers gluten-free and vegan options for their delicious Turkish delights and sweets. [^D1]
Many TikTok users and reviews mention the viral Dubai handmade chocolate as a unique and popular item to try. +1
LOKUM offers a wide selection of herbal teas, including pomegranate, mint lemon, apple, and more, as well as Turkish teas. [^M5, ^R1]
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