Minsk Restaurants

  1. Al' Halil'

    Don't let the hole-in-the-wall aspect of this Palestinian joint freak you - here you'll chow down on hot fresh lavash (soft flatbread) and all kinds of Middle Eastern treats: dolma, and several meat dishes. Note that what's on the menu isn't everything, and that some of what is on the menu is prepared in a 'Russianised' way (think mayonnaise). But talk to the staff (they speak a little English) and let them know what you want. They're eager to please.

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  2. Byblos

    This popular, inexpensive joint near the ratusha (town hall) serves up tasty Lebanese meat dishes and a soul-warming spinach-lentil soup.

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  3. Kasbar

    Not quite the Kasbah, but the Persian food on offer is decent, if not terribly spicy and served in teeny portions. Smoke a waterpipe for additional flavours. There are several vegetarian options. Their nightly exotic dance shows are an eyeful.

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