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Aquarel
Aquarel combines a wonderful setting with fantastic fusion cuisine. Indeed, this is the place that pioneered fusion cuisine in the city, and the kitchen continues to artfully combine Russian, Mediterranean and Asian elements into some uniquely delicious dishes. This food fest takes place on a slickly decked-out boat, moored on the Neva River, offering amazing views of the façade of the Hermitage and the lights of Birzhevoy most.
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Baku
The amazing mosquelike interior is reason enough to stop into this new addition. Tiled walls, arched doorways and throw pillows will whisk you to Azerbaijan, which is exactly what is intended. And there you can indulge in plov, the traditional dish of rice and lamb, subtly spiced with cumin and sprinkled with raisins, as well as grilled meats and vegetables. This is an experience to delight all of your senses.
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Gin No Taki
In a city awash with wannabe Japanese restaurants, this large and lively operation is one of the most authentic, with a wide range of sushi, sashimi, kebabs, tempura and bento box lunches. Unnervingly, the entire staff greets you very loudly in Japanese as you walk in the door. That exuberance aside, Gin No Taki makes for an excellent Japanese dining experience. Should you be inspired by the cooking, there is a Japanese grocery store next door.
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Karavan
Despite the kitschy décor (epitomised by the camel in the corner), Karavan is a superb Central Asian restaurant with a lovely location overlooking the Fontanka River. Open grills line the dining room, giving an optimum view (and scent) of the kebabs that are on the menu. The grilled meats and vegetables are guaranteed to make your mouth water, while the wine list offers some excellent and unusual complements. Service is attentive and efficient.
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Silk
Dreamy and decadent, this place is done up with gauze drapes, soft lighting and lounge-all-night sofas. It looks fabulous, and the food tastes pretty good too. This is fusion in the truest sense, as the mostly Japanese menu also features a few representatives from Europe. If you must eat sushi while in St Petersburg, this is a good place to do it.
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Tandoori Nights
The city's most stylish Indian restaurant is also among its most authentic, offering a mix of traditional and modern recipes road-tested by a top London Indian chef. Great choice for vegetarians.
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Yakitoriya
A second branch of Moscow's favourite sushi chain is on Petrogradsky Island.
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