Russian-Slavic cuisine: borscht, pelmeni, bliny, honey cake.
Premium Azerbaijani cuisine: lamb dishes, gutab, plov.
Authentic Azerbaijani home cooking: dolma, saj, kebab, tandir bread, plov, dushbara.
European cuisine: pizza, burger, steak, salads, bowls.
Kolorit, restaurant with a wide menu.
Gazelli Cafe.
Frequently asked questions
How much is breakfast in Baku?
A classic Azerbaijani/Turkish breakfast is usually 8-15 AZN; a modern cafe brunch menu runs 15-30 AZN.
Where can you have breakfast in the Old City (İçəri Şəhər)?
Inside the walls, Merci Baku, QESR 13/80 and Restaurant Old Garden serve breakfast, with both classic and modern options.
Where to find a classic Azerbaijani spread (qaymaq, honey, tendir)?
Traditional spots like Qaynana and Restaurant Old Garden lay out the classic table with qaymaq, honey, cheese and tendir bread.
Best places for weekend brunch?
Mari Vanna, Central Baku, Gazelli Cafe and Chayki work well for weekends, with modern brunch menus and good coffee.
Which places open early?
Many cafes open at 8-9am. Hotel restaurants and 24-hour venues serve breakfast even earlier.
How is this list compiled?
Each venue's own menu was checked for a breakfast offering, then ranked by rating. Ranking cannot be bought.