Bakkara

Kazakhstan


Some of the best shashlyk in town – tender lamb, pork or sturgeon – are grilled up at this place with no sign but recognisable by the trees lining its perimeter. The shashlyk go down a treat with chips, a salad and a mug of beer, especially in the shady garden in warm weather.


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