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Cuppa Turca Dondurma & Kunefe

262 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

Recommended by 38 people

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Find Cuppa Turca Dondurma & Kunefe

262 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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+61 3 9041 2029
HoursMonday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cuppa Turca Dondurma & Kunefe

High Street regulars know the drill—Cuppa Turca crisps each order of künefe right at the front counter. Golden pastry strands pull apart to hot cheese, cut neatly by freshly brewed black tea. Tables bypass chocolate twists to stick with the classic recipe, or split slabs of baklava layered with elastic dondurma. Floor staff welcome newcomers like old friends, while the room hums late into the evening over small cups of Turkish coffee.

  • Made-to-Order Künefe: Assembled and cooked to order at the front counter, pairing crisp, syrup-soaked pastry with a hot, gooey cheese center.
  • Stretchy Dondurma: Traditional Turkish ice cream with a distinctive chewy stretch, scooped in flavors like pistachio, mastic, and rose.
  • Baklava Platters: Generous slabs of crisp, layered pastry served alongside scoops of cold Turkish ice cream, sized for two or more.
  • Warm Floor Hospitality: Attentive front-of-house staff guide guests through the menu and brew proper Ottoman-style teas and coffees.
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Why Cuppa Turca Belongs on Your Northcote Itinerary

From sizzling, syrup-drenched künefe to warm Istanbul-style hospitality, see why dessert lovers flock to Northcote—book your table to secure a sweet finish.

  • Made-to-Order Crispy, Cheesy Künefe

    Every künefe is prepared and baked fresh to order, delivering a contrast of golden, crispy shredded pastry, rich syrup, and melted stretchy cheese.

    Handmade and cooked to order, it arrives golden and crispy on the outside with a beautifully gooey, cheesy centre - absolutely delicious.

    Saijo George

  • Theatrical Open-Counter Preparation

    Guests can watch their desserts assembled right at the counter, creating an engaging and authentic front-row culinary experience.

    There’s something quite satisfying about actually watching your dessert being made!

    Sreerag Nampoothiri K

  • Deeply Welcoming Family Hospitality

    Guests are greeted like family with attentive, thoughtful service that makes every dessert run feel personal and comforting.

    Sandra was the most beautiful and welcoming host. She was warm, generous and made us feel so looked after.

    Steph H

  • An Authentic Cultural Transport

    Carefully balanced Ottoman-style coffees, brewed teas, and authentic recipes transport visitors straight to the streets of Istanbul.

    Every time I visit, it genuinely feels like I’ve stepped into Turkey.

    Pina B

  • The Ultimate High Street Finale

    Located prominently on High Street, Cuppa Turca is the natural, bustling final stop to cap off an evening out in Northcote.

    A night down High St should surely end at Cuppa Turca!

    Moya MacAleavey

  • A Relaxed Setting for Late-Night Catch-Ups

    Whether pausing a busy week or catching up with friends, the relaxed upstairs and downstairs seating offers an easy, welcoming retreat.

    Fantastic place for a chill catch up and a turkish cuppa.

    Tanya Tchirkova

Signature Turkish desserts and traditional beverages handcrafted to order.

  • Künefe

    Handmade and cooked to order, it arrives golden and crispy on the outside with a beautifully gooey, cheesy centre - absolutely delicious.

    Saijo George

  • Baklava Heaven

    The kenefe and the baklava heaven are absolutely delicious, and the pistachio ice cream is also a must-try.

    Neyla Abdellaoui

  • Turkish Coffee

    Turkish coffee, which was perfectly balanced and tasted just like the authentic coffee you'd find in Istanbul.

    Sher MAZ

  • Turkish Tea

    The tea had a deep, authentic flavor, perfectly brewed and served at just the right temperature.

    sathyapriyadarshini murugadoss

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the künefe prepared?

Künefe is handmade and cooked fresh to order, served hot and crispy right off the stove with a gooey cheese centre. You can even watch it being prepared at the front counter.

Can I book a table in advance?

Yes, table bookings can be made in advance to skip waiting for a table, especially on busy Saturday nights when the cafe fills up quickly.

Can I take desserts home?

Yes, you can order takeaway desserts to go, including boxed baklava, Turkish delight, and other sweets from the display.

Are the dessert portions shareable?

Portions are generous, with options like the Turkish Heaven (baklava with ice cream) easily large enough to share between at least two people, though individual servings are also satisfying on their own.

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