Tashkent is a paradise for food lovers, offering a mix of traditional Uzbek flavors and modern dining. From authentic plov to juicy kebabs, these top restaurants deliver a real taste of Uzbekistan.
1. Caravan
A cozy restaurant with traditional decor offering Uzbek and Central Asian dishes like plov, samsa, and lamb. The cultural atmosphere and live music make it popular with locals and tourists. Location - 32 Abdullah Qodiriy Street.
2. Afsona
A modern take on Uzbek classics, Afsona serves gourmet plov, manti, and fresh salads in an elegant setting. Perfect for fine dining with a local twist. Location - 30 Taras Shevchenko Street.
3. Plov Center (Besh Qozon)
Massive qozon cauldrons cook thousands of portions of authentic Uzbek plov daily. A must-visit for fans of the national dish. Location - 1 Guards Colonel Khodjaev Street.
4. Samarkand Restaurant
Known for shashlik, lagman, and norin, this classic restaurant features traditional interiors and hearty portions. Location - 31 Amir Timur Street.
5. Besh Chinor
Popular for outdoor dining, this spot serves juicy kebabs, fresh salads, and clay oven lepeshka. Location - 58 Sebzor Street.
6. Rayhon
Combining modern style with Uzbek flavors, Rayhon offers samsa, pilaf, and handmade dumplings in a stylish setting. Location - 10 Shakhrisabz Street.
7. Chaykof
A cozy tea house offering comfort food like steamed mantis, pumpkin samsa, and chak-chak dessert. Location - 75 Mirabad Street.
8. Manas Art Café
Featuring live music and local art, Manas serves dumplings, kebabs, and tandoor bread in a creative setting. Location - 43 Shota Rustaveli Street.
9. Navvat Lounge & Restaurant
This elegant spot blends Uzbek and international cuisine with dishes like royal plov, shurpa, and fresh salads. Location - 12 Buyuk Ipak Yuli Street.
10. Jumanji
A fusion-style restaurant serving Uzbek favorites with a global twist. Try lamb shashlik, qazi, or saffron-infused pilaf. Location - 26 Taras Shevchenko Street.