Bishkek
This delightful though somewhat contrived 'ethno' complex is a rapid-fire presentation of all things traditionally Kyrgyz, attracting mainly well-heeled…
Must-see restaurants in Kyrgyzstan
Bishkek
It claims to be the best shashlyk in town...and may actually be right. Aside from the obvious meaty treats, the mushroom (шампиньон) kebabs are a real…
Bishkek
The city-centre outpost of this expanding local chain is among the most atmospheric, with Central Asian handicrafts decorating the space and tapchan …
Bishkek
Perhaps the best Georgian food this side of the Caspian, gigantic khachipuri (Georgian cheesy bread) and flowing decanters of house wine keep this cosy…
Bishkek
Classy ambience and well-executed European dishes are a hit with local expats, as is the wine list that for Bishkek approaches encyclopaedic. Service is…
Bishkek
Long a local favourite for baked goods and sweets, Kulikovski has moved off of the supermarket shelves and into their own cafe space in the city centre…
Bishkek
This unassuming basement cafe is Bishkek's only Afghan restaurant, with delightfully fluffy raisin-studded plov and grilled meat heavy on the spices…
Bishkek
Classic Russian and Ukrainian dishes fill the menu of this diminutive cafe tucked off of Chuy, but the namesake vareniki dumplings are the standout…
Bishkek
This hip take on common pelmeni rises to the occasion: dumplings are flavourful, filling and won't cost you a lot of dough. Popular fillings include lamb…
Bishkek
A quick and cheap 'taste of the east' is available 24 hours a day at this casual national cuisine restaurant – the laghman with black mushrooms (ГГуйру…
Bishkek
Highbrow fusion in a modern setting that feels removed from Bishkek. European cuisine with a post-Soviet twist fills the inventive (but expensive) menu,…
Bishkek
Fans of Chinese-style hand-pulled noodles should head to this authentic cafe in the Vostok 5 neighbourhood, east of Bishkek's centre. Generous portions of…
Kyrgyzstan
The grounds are run-down, the music's too lound, and it's too far from the centre – but take a bit of the delicious shashlyk and you'll agree it's worth…
Bishkek
Despite the large menu of Central Asian and international favourites, there's little reason to stray too far from the namesake plov (pilaf). The smaller…
Bishkek
One of central Bishkek's most convivial upper-market eateries has delicious national cuisines, but the service is notoriously slow. Unusually tasty…
Bishkek
The faceted facade evokes an archetypal Central Asian teahouse with carved wooden columns, tapchan (bedlike platform) and octagonal lattice-work pavilions…
Bishkek
You don't need to dig too far into the menu of Kyrgyz and Russian dishes – Fakir is known for laghman, and for good reason. Wander over for a look in at…
Bishkek
This modern version of the old Soviet stolovaya cafeteria serves up surprisingly high-quality fare at excellent prices, and the round-the-clock hours make…
Kyrgyzstan
Though the name is literally 'plov centre', any of the dishes off the local-cuisine menu go well with a fountain-filled courtyard overlooking the valley…
Bishkek
High-quality rapid-service local dishes at reasonable prices are brought by waitresses in scarf and tunic to heavy marble-topped tables. Expect queues at…
Bishkek
A classy addition to the Bishkek dining scene, local favourites plus European and pan-Asian food is served in an elegant outdoor garden with fountains or…
Bishkek
The chicken, kimbob and bingsoo are authentic tastes straight out of proprietor Chihoon's native Korea, and when he's in there's top-quality coffee as…
Bishkek
While the whole steakhouse menu is reliably good, it's the burgers that are the real standout, and its intimate atmosphere makes it a popular place to…
Bishkek
The inexplicable location of this Tex-Mex burrito stand in the south of Bishkek doesn't stop it from doing a brisk business. Point out your toppings, pony…
Bishkek
Airy if bare, this pine-and-glass beer hall has large indoor spaces with low couches plus ample outdoor space that can get rollicking late at night. Fine…
Bishkek
The full range of Central Asian favourites is on offer here but the real standout is the selection of 20 different varieties of laghman, including several…
Bishkek
A little bit boulangerie, patisserie, and cafe, the menu here is limited but authentic French flavours and quality sweets and baked goods on a screened…
Bishkek
European classics and Caucasian favourites, with a special focus on the cuisine of Azerbaijan, make this a solid choice in the centre of Bishkek. The…
Bishkek
Genuinely good Georgian food - including some of the best khinkali (Georgian dumplings) in town - complements a fairly standard sports bar theme, but the…
Bishkek
Authentic Chinese hotpot, down to the yin-yang style split pots filled with fiery red broth. Order the fatty lamb meat for a Kyrgyz touch, or stick with…
Kyrgyzstan
Beside the highway in the northernmost settlement before the climb towards Bishkek, this 2nd-floor cafe prepares surprisingly good local dishes and has a…
Kyrgyzstan
Open-air seating over the Alamedin river and gorgeous mountain views make this a favoured escape from Bishkek, about half an hour south of town. The small…
Bishkek
A surprisingly wide range of excellent-value Central Asian classics are available 'round the clock at this joint just off the main square. Things get…
Bishkek
We won't go quite so far as to say it's as good as the New York namesake, but it's certainly tasty pizza. They'll even deliver it to your hotel after a…
Bishkek
Set amidst Turkish rugs and Azeri tunes, this little Azerbaijani restaurant off Bishkek’s main square is something of an underrated gem, particularly for…
Bishkek
There may be other restaurants that claim to serve Tex-Mex in Bishkek, but none do it as deliciously as here. Quesadillas, burritos, and even a decent…
Kyrgyzstan
Small but relatively upmarket by Naryn standards. Remarkable for having an English-language menu and serving a few meat-free dishes (roast vegetables,…
Bishkek
Drop in and say 'namaste' to authentic Indian cuisine in a classy interior, with probably the largest menu of all the South Asian restaurants in Bishkek…
Kyrgyzstan
Excellent shashlyk and slight-chilled beer at private tarpaulin booths just by the river. There's no sign as such, but walking to the centre from CBT it's…
Kyrgyzstan
Two tapchans in the garden make a great spot to while away the hours over a pot of tea and a rotating daily menu of Kyrgyz favorites. From the turn for…
