a classic! - ara cafe is a classic on istiklal street. often, you can see the owner, world-famous photographer ara güler, sitting in the cafe, which is decorated with many of his pictures. the whole place is lovely furnished and decorated, and very cosy with its colored windows and wooden floor. the food is not overwhelming but quite good, in a very international style. for those who like a wine or a beer with their dinner: ara cafe does not serve alcohol.