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Shashlyk No. 1

Top choice in Bishkek


It claims to be the best shashlyk in town...and may actually be right. Aside from the obvious meaty treats, the mushroom (шампиньон) kebabs are a real delight, and all of it goes down well with a cold beer on the screened-in patio during warm summer evenings.


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