Must-see restaurants in Presnya

  • Cafe Pushkin

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    The tsarina of haute-russe dining, offering an exquisite blend of Russian and French cuisines. Service and food are done to perfection. The lovely 19th…

  • Stolle

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    The entire menu at Stolle is excellent, but the pirozhki (savoury pies) are irresistible. A ‘stolle’ is a traditional Saxon Christmas cake: the selection…

  • Khachapuri

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    Unassuming, affordable and appetising, this urban cafe exemplifies what people love about Georgian culture: the warm hospitality and the freshly baked…

  • Twins Garden

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    Swoon-worthy identical-twin chefs Sergei and Ivan Berezutskiy bring their contrasting tastes and creative talents to this delightful restaurant. The…

  • AQ Kitchen

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    AQ stands for Adrian Quetglas, the Argentinian chef who is the brains behind this creative endeavour. With huge windows and stressed-wood details, the…

  • Gran Cafe Dr Zhivago

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    An excellent breakfast choice before visiting the Kremlin, this round-the-clock place mixes Soviet nostalgia with a great deal of mischievous irony in…

  • Pushkin Konditerskaya

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    If you want to impress your date, but you can’t afford the Cafe Pushkin for dinner, head next door to the konditerskaya (confectioner) for dessert. It’s…

  • Volkonsky

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    The queue often runs out the door, as loyal patrons wait their turn for the city’s best freshly baked breads, pastries and pies. It’s worth the wait,…

  • Cake Me

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    As soon as you enter, the entire place lures you to go on a dessert rave. It offers a great variety of mouthwatering signature desserts, all-day…

  • Shinok

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    If you feel the need to get back to nature, this restaurant has recreated a Ukrainian peasant farm in central Moscow. The house speciality is vareniki …

  • Mari Vanna

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    Ring the doorbell at No 10 and you'll be ushered into the homey environs. Inside, the shelves are stuffed with books, photographs and mismatched tea sets,…

  • Pinch

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    Chef Luigi Magni lends his creative flare and Italian accent to this casual, cosmopolitan joint. The menu combines fresh ingredients with true innovation,…

  • Barashka

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    Step off a busy Moscow street and into a charming Azeri courtyard, where you can dine on delectable salads, grilled meats and hearty stews.

  • Molon Lave

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    Given Moscow's climate and intensity, emulating the super-relaxed ambience of a genuine Greek taverna is out of the question. So, thankfully, the owners…

  • Jean-Jacques

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    In a prime location on the Boulevard Ring, this friendly wine bar welcomes everybody wanting a glass of wine, a bite to eat, some music and a few smiles…

  • AQ Chicken

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    After making a name for himself at AQ Kitchen, chef Adrian Quetglas decided to mix things up at AQ Chicken. At once quirky and classy, the new place…

  • Ugolyok

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    Everything at Ugolyok is perfectly pleasing to the eye, from the slick postindustrial interior, to the funky but fine tableware, to the tantalising food…

  • Dobavka

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    Tucked into the corner of the Tryokhgornaya complex, this Soviet-style throwback is a popular spot for breakfast and lunch for local workers. Smiling,…

  • Nedalny Vostok

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    Seafood is the star of the show at this classy pan-Asian restaurant. Oysters, lobsters – and especially Kamchatka crab – are prepared in the wok, on the…

  • Correa's

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    The original Correa’s occupies a tiny space and there are only a handful of tables. But the large windows and open kitchen guarantee it does not feel…

  • Soup Cafe

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    This aptly named restaurant takes the most appetising element of Russian food to new heights, offering some 44 varieties of soup, including meat- and fish…

  • Uilliam's

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    This tiny little spot is always packed with patrons who come to watch the action in the open kitchen, which is basically the centrepiece of the restaurant…

  • Bulka

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    The coffee is good but the pastries are even better. Whether you’re hankering for something savoury or sweet, you’re sure to find it in the big glass…

  • Moscow-Delhi

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    Moscow foodies swear by this atmospheric spot offering traditional Indian cuisine in the midst of the vibrant Patriarch’s Ponds area. You'll get a fixed…

  • Turandot

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    If you wanted to go to Disney World, but somehow ended up in Moscow, Turandot should top your dining list. Musicians costumed in wigs and gowns play…

  • Receptor

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    Your body will love the fresh, healthy foods on offer at Receptor, including many vegetarian options. And your soul will love the bright interior, where…

  • Cook'kareku

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    Here is your reliable round-the-clock breakfast option. Each selection on the breakfast menu represents one of the world's 24 time zones – from Magadan in…

  • Cool Kulinariya

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    Tucked into a cosy basement crowded with comfy tables, this inviting little hovel makes it easy to sample fresh Russian soups and salads, as well as more…

  • Scramble

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    This Brooklyn-styled local has emerged as a breakfast alternative for the well-off residents of the affluent Patriarshy neighbourhood, who are not…

  • Anderson for Pop

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    The ultimate in family-friendly, this place is designed for dads and kids (and mums, too). The play area is well equipped with air hockey, a ball pit and…

  • Corner Burger

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    Nowadays, there are burger joints on every block in Moscow. But this place was one of the first, and it's still one of the best. These babies feature high…

  • Botanica

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    Both fashionable and affordable, Botanica offers light, modern fare, with plenty of soups, salads and grills (as well as sushi, spring rolls and noodle…

  • Receptor

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    Colourful graffiti, amateur artwork and old photographs adorn the walls of this quirky basement cafe. The decor creates an arty setting for healthy, veg…

  • udc Cafe

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    We hope you saved room for dessert. Also known as Upside Down Cake, this bakery features lots of cupcakes and pastries, delicious sorbet and a great…