Araka
Modern Turkish · Istanbul · Michelin One Star · Chef Zeynep Pınar Taşdemir
Awarded one Michelin star, chef Zeynep Pınar Taşdemir's Araka in Istanbul offers vegetable-forward modern Turkish cuisine. Housed in a historic Yeniköy building with a quiet rear garden terrace, the restaurant serves dishes like pumpkin puree infused with za'atar, pickled vegetables, and warm olives.
Kapalı Bakkal Sokak No:8, Yeniköy, Sarıyer, Istanbul 34464, Istanbul
- 1★ Michelin
Menu
Dishes
- Jerusalem Artichoke Soup (6200)
- Shrimp (1800) — Orzo, Bisque
- Smoked Cauliflower (1200) — Zucchini, Fava with Thyme
- Vinkara Yaşasın Kalecik Karası (7200) — Méthode Traditionnelle, Turkey 2021
- Salad from Araka Bostan (6200) — Lentil Paste
- Büyülübağ Mirandus (720) — Boğazkere, Syrah, Çalkarası, Cabernet Sauvignon - Avşa, 2021
- Vinkara Atelier Hasandede (3500) — Ankara, 2022
- Confit Duck (1900) — Potato, Raspberry in Beetroot Sauce
- Salad from Bustan (1100) — Lentil Paste
- Confit Celery (1100) — Green Apple, Wheat
Cocktails
- Kavaklıdere Tatlı Sert Narince, Tokat, (2004)
The Experience
With garden or terrace dining. The meal is structured around a tasting menu and à la carte dining. A good fit for a romantic evening.
- Occasion: Romantic
- Format: Tasting menu, À la carte
- Setting: Garden / terrace
Phone: +90 533 392 72 23
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