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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,…
Must-see restaurants in Moscow
Karavayev Brothers Culinary Shop
Meshchansky & Basmanny
It's a deli and it's user-friendly. Take a ticket at the entrance, then – while waiting for your turn – browse the ready-made meals on display and take…
Arbat & Khamovniki
Music and burger lovers line up out the door and down the sidewalk for a taste of the burgers being touted by Russian rapper Timati. There's a bit of…
Presnya
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…
Presnya
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…
Moscow
Druzhba earns high marks for authenticity, and as far as Sichuan cuisine goes that means spicy. Chinese restaurants in Moscow are notorious for turning…
Arbat & Khamovniki
One of our favourite secret spots, this smart cafe is named for the Moscow State University Journalism Faculty, which is located nearby. In summer, there…
Moscow
Burger mania is sweeping the capital and Farsh is at the forefront, serving gourmet burgers and amazing French fries, as well as chicken wings, barbecue…
Moscow
The gyros craze is gradually spreading around Moscow, with Greek eateries opening here and there, but this place is outstanding. Simple as it is – meat…
Meshchansky & Basmanny
Sitting amid plush pillows and woven tapestries, you’ll feel like a sheik in this extravagantly decorated restaurant. Feast on plov (rice mixed with lamb…
Moscow
This informal, French-themed cafe is furnished with picnic tables and park benches, evoking an idyllic outdoor setting. (There is outdoor seating too, but…
Arbat & Khamovniki
A select menu of Russian classics shows off fresh ingredients, old-fashioned cooking methods and contemporary flare. Pleasant, efficient service and a…
Presnya
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…
Presnya
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…
Arbat & Khamovniki
On the 7th floor of the Lotte Plaza, this trendy spot has the requisite outdoor terrace (the largest in the city) and superb city views. But it also gives…
Moscow
On the 1st floor of the Nautilus shopping centre, this is a popular lunch spot for workers, shoppers and tourists recovering from Red Square. The interior…
Arbat & Khamovniki
Opposite the entrance to Novodevichy Convent is this sweet place where you can snuggle into big armchairs, enjoy the view out the picture windows, and…
Arbat & Khamovniki
Sip fancy coffee drinks or munch on crispy-crust pizza and watch the world go by. Steps from the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts and the Cathedral of Christ…
Meshchansky & Basmanny
The woodwork interior makes it look like a pub or even a Gothic chapel, but the menu is a bit of a culinary ping-pong with Japan and China on one side and…
Zamoskvorechie
Citrus-coloured walls and delicious fresh-squeezed juices are guaranteed to brighten your day. All the soups, salads, pasta and fabulous desserts are…
Moscow
Across the street and down the lane from the main entrance to Abramtsevo Estate Museum-Preserve, you'll find this friendly cafe with outdoor seating and a…
Arbat & Khamovniki
Whether you come for the 'burger bar' or the 'meat market', you'll get your protein at this upscale American bar and grill. The preparation of the meat is…
Zamoskvorechie
The kind of food row you'd find at a Christmas market, but with a strong hipster flavour – hence the inevitable gourmet burgers and falafels, as well as…
Zamoskvorechie
This superpopular and conveniently located self-service noodle shop draws crowds of office workers during lunch break – hence a long, but fast-moving…
Presnya
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…
Arbat & Khamovniki
Forgoing the trends that characterise many Moscow restaurants, Pane & Olio is a classic Italian trattoria, offering homemade pasta and fine grilled meats…
Arbat & Khamovniki
With its colourful, folksy decor, this basement dining room is an atmospheric spot for filling Balkan food and sweet wine. The excellent-value lunch…
Zamoskvorechie
Near Oktyabrskaya pl, this is Moscow’s top choice for ‘Meksikansky’ food. If the fajitas and margaritas aren’t enough of a draw, come for breakfast…
Presnya
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…
Moscow
If you are in need of vitamins, this is a funky vegetarian cafe, restaurant and shop. Its Indian-themed decor is more New Agey than ethnic. Service is…
Presnya
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…
Arbat & Khamovniki
Vostochny Kvartal lives up to its name, acting as the ‘Eastern Quarter’ of the Arbat. Uzbek cooks and plenty of Uzbek patrons are a sign that this is a…
Presnya
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…
Presnya
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…
Presnya
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…
Arbat & Khamovniki
You will recognise this popular cafeteria by its black-and-white Holstein-print decor. The cafeteria-style service offers an easy approach to all the…
Presnya
This Brooklyn-styled local has emerged as a breakfast alternative for the well-off residents of the affluent Patriarshy neighbourhood, who are not…
Zamoskvorechie
This big buffet features an amazing array of fish, poultry and meat, salads, soups and desserts. After you run the gauntlet and pay the bill, take a seat…
Presnya
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…
Presnya
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…
