Kafe Ara
7.9Locals Score / 10#5 of 13 Cafés & Coffee in Istanbul
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Known forcultural caféphotographyheritageBeyoğlu
Named after and dedicated to the legendary Turkish photographer Ara Güler, this atmospheric café near Galatasaray is lined with his iconic black-and-white photographs of old Istanbul. It's a genuine cultural institution — come for a Turkish breakfast, a long lunch, or just a coffee surrounded by living history. The food is reliable and the setting is irreplaceable; it can get crowded with tourists but locals still come regularly.
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.9/10- Value7.5
- Iconic6.5
- Excellence8.0
- Crowd level7.5
- Authenticity8.5
- Accessibility9.0
Nearby in Ask Istanbul
- İstiklal Avenue (İstiklal Caddesi)Neighborhood0.12 km · 1 min walk
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- Pera MuseumMuseum0.21 km · 3 min walk
- Durumzade (Dürümzade)Restaurant0.26 km · 3 min walk
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