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Top 10 Moscow Restaurants
Russia is one of the most colorful countries in the world, and its exploration would be incomplete without a great Russian cuisine experience. Take the chance to visit one of the most interesting and outstanding dining spots in the Russian capital where you can try the local dishes and the best specials. To navigate you among the unique and wide range of places to dine, we've created the top 10 Moscow restaurants list. Have a look and feel free to explore the best!
Smolenskaya square, 3, 121099
8 (495) 782 62 62
www.whiterabbitmoscow.ru
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The White Rabbit is among the most-visitied avant-garde places in Moscow today where traditional Russian cuisine is well spiced with a new cooking approach. Each dish here is a masterpiece and the unique interior brings you to the atmosphere of "Alice in Wonderland".
Strastnoy Blvd, 8А, 125009 8 (499) 112 33 11www.twinsgarden.ru
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One more place which deserves a visit while in Moscow, the Twins Garden works with only natural products farm products from their own farm. It has already twice been in the "The World's 50 Best Restaurants" rating and continues to inspire and surprise. The wine list of the Twins Garden is the biggest in Russia (more than 1000 labels) and it's constantly updating.
Novinskiy Bul'var, 31, 123242 8 (495) 995 85 03www.selfiemoscow.ru
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If you are looking for an elegant and breathtaking atmosphere, this is it! The way the food is cooked reminds a theater show, so interesting and amusing it is. The real gastronomic paradise is waiting for you in Selfie. Apart from delicious food, you can enjoy the unusual design, open kitchen, and the perfect atmosphere for a lovely evening with friends or family.
Tverskoy Boulevard, 26,1250098 (495) 739 00 11www.turandot-palace.ru
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Have you ever dreamt about having dinner in a real palace? Then this restaurant is the perfect choice! Designed accordingly to the royal atmosphere and actually being a palace itself, the Turandot Restaurant is a unique dinner location, spreading luxurious and real royal vibes. But the stunning interior is just an addition to the high-quality dishes of European and Pan-Asian cuisine.
Bol'shaya Nikitskaya Ulitsa, 12, 1250098 (495) 629 02 11www.ugolek.moscow
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Ugolek is famous for its contemporary cuisine: for cooking they use antique American wood-fired ovens. This charismatic spot has an absolutely perfect balance of brutal and homey style in the interior. This restaurant is made to brighten up the tough week and is perfect for a relaxing date or friends meetup.
Mokhovaya St, 15/1, 1250098 (499) 922 01 00www.drzhivago.ru
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This cafe is the ideal decision for those who are looking for a modern venue with delicious food right in the Moscow city center. As a ground for the design is the concept of the ancient Russian ornaments and traditions combined with contemporary vibes. "Grand Cafe Dr. Jhivago" guests will be surprised and pleased with the stunning views of the Kremlin too.
Sadovaya-Kudrinskaya Ulitsa, 9, 1230018 (495) 660 53 39www.cookkareku.ru
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The "always breakfast place" exactly for people who like to wake up late and still have a chance to try the tastiest breakfast. This unique venue, carrying the sounds of a rooster in its name, offers different kinds of breakfasts at any time of the day, literally, it's open 24 hr! Cook'kareku has not only a bright choice of dishes but also an outstanding and creative interior.
Tverskoy Boulevard, 15, 1231048 (495) 694 01 54www.en.novikovgroup.ru
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For all Seafood and Fish lovers, we do recommend it for lunch or dinner. Here you will find the dishes cooked only from high-quality products, as everything is carefully selected with professionals. Apart from food, all Bottarga Fish & Seafood Restaurant visitors can enjoy a great entertainment program from Thursdays to Saturdays!
Tverskoy Boulevard, 15, 1231048 (495) 694 01 54Restaurant website
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A charming restaurant situated inside a mansion and made for enjoying one-of-a-kind cooked on the grill or directly over the flame dishes and author's cocktails. During the week, all the guests can take advantage of jazz-nights and music events. We suggest spending an evening there to immerse in the atmosphere and taste delicious food.
Pushkinskaya ploschad, 2, 1270068 (964) 771 57 85www.mama-budet-rada.ru
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The menu brings us to the real Italian family, as based on the "secret" recipes. "Mama Budet Rada" or Mother Will Be Happy restaurant has a unique gastronomic style and is famous among gourmets. Undoubtedly, this place charms with the cozy homey atmosphere and delicious cuisine.
