Samarkand Entertainment

  1. Afrosiab Hotel

    Your only late-night option is the two nightclubs at the Afrosiab Hotel which are usually moribund but have their occasional moments at weekends.

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  2. Bar Chinzano

    This smoky bar draws a friendly, Russian-speaking crowd of regulars and is one of the few options in town for late-night eats - try the pizza.

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  3. Blues Café

    Dizzy, Louie, BB and company adorn the walls and set the bluesy vibe at this snug cocktail lounge. The nightly live jazz usually takes the form of Eddie the solo piano player, but occasionally a larger ensemble materializes. The creative snack menu includes khachapuri (cheese-filled Georgian samsa ).

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  4. Sharq

    The Registan area shuts down around , but there's action downtown if you look hard enough. This is a pool bar weeknights but turns into a pretty good club on weekends, albeit one catering mainly to a younger set.

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