Black Bear Kofi

Tashkent


This reliable local chain serves good coffee and cakes, lemonades and shakes from half a dozen locations across Tashkent, with larger branches like this one serving breakfasts (granola!), sandwiches and salads on a pleasant terrace. There is, however, no English menu or wi-fi.


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