Borani

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Borani brings Lәnkәran an urban vibe with contemporary beats, good-looking hipster waitstaff and an airy modern sense of 21st-century style. Their thin-crust pizzas are creditable (especially when served as calzone) but there are also various kebabs, Russian dishes, Georgian khachapuri (cheese bread) and salads. Soups start at just AZN2, including the delicious fresh bread.

Weekday lunch deals cost just AZN5. Kids can have their faces painted for AZN2. The menu isn't translated but some staff speak a little English.


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