Uzbekistan

Moscow


This place opened in 1951 by order of the Ministry of Trade of the Uzbek Soviet Socialist Republic. Six decades later, the place has expanded its menu to include Chinese, Arabic and Azeri food, in addition to the Uzbek standards. Make yourself comfortable on the plush cushions and order some spicy plov (pilaf-like meat and rice) or delicious fried kebabs.

Now brace yourself for a belly-dancing show.


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