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10 Must-Try Restaurants for Tourists in Baku

First time in Baku, or showing a guest around? This list is for you. Baku's food culture took shape over centuries: Silk Road influence, Russian Empire-era European touches, Turkish and Persian neighbors, and each left its mark. The 10 restaurants on this list each open a different window onto Baku's cuisine and culture. From family meals to panoramic views, every one is a memorable experience.

1
Manzara Azerbaijani cuisine · Lermontov küç., Dağüstü Park, Bakı ⭐ 4.7 (10)

Azerbaijani, Turkish & European cuisine: gurza, baklava, dolma.

2
Chinar Asian cuisine · Şövkət Ələkbərova küç. 1a, Neftçilər r., Bakı ⭐ 5.0 (10)

Asian cuisine (Japanese, Chinese, Thai): sushi, tempura, wagyu, curry.

3
Chayki Restaurant Azerbaijani cuisine · Dənizkənarı küç., Bayıl, Səbail r., Bakı ⭐ 4.9 (8)

Premium Azerbaijani cuisine: lamb dishes, gutab, plov.

4
ZEN White City Asian cuisine · Park Hill Tower, Ağ Şəhər (White City), Bakı ⭐ 4.3 (3)
5
Shakh Garden Azerbaijani cuisine · Asəf Zeynallı küç. 22, İçərişəhər, Bakı ⭐ 5.0 (8)

Azerbaijani cuisine: kebab, lula, steak, burger, salads, plov.

6
Dolma Restaurant Azerbaijani cuisine · İstiqlaliyyət küç. 53, Nizami r., Bakı ⭐ 4.9 (9)

Azerbaijani national dishes, kebab, khangal, plov, dolma, plus pizza and grill options.

7
Araz Terrace Azerbaijani cuisine · İslam Səfərli küç. 3, Nizami r., Bakı ⭐ 4.9 (10)

Wide Azerbaijani menu: kebab, khangal, plov, pizza, steak, lagman.

8
Tonqal Restoran Azerbaijani cuisine · Akademik Həsən Əliyev küç. 82, Nərimanov ray., Bakı ⭐ 4.9 (10)

Restaurant specializing in Azerbaijani national cuisine.

9
Qaynana Restoranı Azerbaijani cuisine · Kiçik Qala küç. 65, İçərişəhər, Bakı ⭐ 4.8 (9)

Authentic Azerbaijani home cooking: dolma, saj, kebab, tandir bread, plov, dushbara.

10
Muğam Klub Azerbaijani cuisine · Həqiqət Rzayeva küç., Səbail r., Bakı ⭐ 4.8 (10)

Azerbaijani national cuisine: kebab, khangal, pelmeni, salads, plov.

Frequently asked questions

What dishes are must-try in Baku?

Plov, dolma, qutab, kebab, and dovga are the core of Azerbaijani cuisine. The places on this list serve them well.

Is food in Baku halal?

At most restaurants the meat is halal and pork is not served. To be sure, you can ask the venue.

Is there an English menu?

Many central, tourist-facing restaurants have English menus and English-speaking staff.

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