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Restaurants in Moscow: Cuisine and Choosing Where to Eat

Restaurants in Moscow serve Russian specialties and cuisines from many regions of the world. Cuisine, location, occasion, and the atmosphere you are looking for are all important factors when choosing a restaurant. In the city center, it’s easy to combine a meal with a theater performance, a visit to a museum, or a stroll around the city.

Discover Russian dishes

A menu featuring borscht, solyanka, pelmeni, blini, or regional meat and fish dishes offers an introduction to the diversity of Russian food culture. Recipes, ingredients, and preparation methods vary from restaurant to restaurant.

International cuisine and restaurant styles

Moscow has restaurants serving Caucasian, Central Asian, and European cuisine, as well as cafés and casual spots for a quick break. For a longer meal or an evening with entertainment, choose a restaurant where you can reserve a table and enjoy a guaranteed seat.

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Combine dining with sightseeing

You can combine a restaurant visit with shopping and sightseeing in the same neighborhood. The pages on markets in Moscow and Arbat offer more ideas for exploring the city.