At first glance, it might seem that in the harsh city of Novokuznetsk only strict miners and steelmakers live, who are alien to entertainment and, even more so, interest in haute cuisine. But Novokuznetsk is not so severe . The restaurant is on the list of popular leisure options for residents and visitors. In the article we will consider the most interesting institutions.
Brewery Restaurant Zoltan
Ratings compiled by experts or restaurant critics are far from always credible. Another thing is ratings based on visitor reviews, where restaurants of Novokuznetsk and other cities are actively discussing and evaluating.
Zoltan is in the first place according to guests. It is located next to the Novokuznetskaya Hotel. Visitors praise the beer brewed here, call it the most delicious in the city. The quality of food and snacks on top, pleasing portions of large size. The service is polite and fast.
It is recommended to try salmon sausage with a side dish of sauerkraut stewed in beer, river trout with pine nuts. The choice of desserts is small, this is explained by the format of the institution.
This is a great place for men's gatherings, meetings with friends and business partners for a business lunch, you can go here with the whole family or organize a romantic date.
Restaurant Da Vinci
Another institution with high ratings and good reviews. The peculiarity of this place is Italian cuisine. The menu has wonderful pizza on thin crust with an abundance of toppings, pasta and lasagna. There are also juicy meat steaks cooked on charcoal, and dishes from our own smokehouse: salmon, trout, tuna, butterfish, dorado, sea bass, boiled pork, tongue, meat and poultry. Everything is very tasty, cooked at the highest level.
It is easy to pick up an alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink with the dishes; the assortment is very wide. For younger visitors there is a special children's menu. Thanks to the master classes from the restaurant, you can learn how to cook your favorite dishes and indulge your home with magnificent lasagna, gentle ravioli or tiramisu. Not all restaurants in Novokuznetsk share their secrets so generously.
The interior of the restaurant is unusual and very cozy. Huge panoramic windows and a tent in the center of the hall impress guests.
If it is not possible to visit the restaurant, all dishes are available to order via the Internet.
Restaurant "Tandoor"
Exotics in Novokuznetsk is also there. Proof of this is the third most popular restaurant among guests. This is a combination of an unusual oriental atmosphere with the aroma of spices and the taste of traditional dishes. Add to this the famous hospitality - that’s the recipe for a great vacation.
They prepare dishes here in a real clay oven - a tandoor, which was specially delivered from Uzbekistan. Food from it turns out to be unique in taste and aroma: home-made cakes, meat. The dough for lagman, manti, chebureks, samsa is prepared only by ourselves. The visiting card of the restaurant is a real Ferghana pilaf. Supplement dinner can be a hookah. And for dessert, homemade halva, chuck-chak and other national sweets.
The restaurant's interior recreates an oriental atmosphere. These are soft patterned pillows, sofas, bright tablecloths on the tables, national dishes, carpets, a lot of textiles in the design, characteristic lamps.
Restaurant "Paulaner" (Novokuznetsk)
This establishment positions itself as a German restaurant with a European level of cuisine and service.
The interior is concise, respectable, in warm shades of brown. A lot of natural wood, huge panoramic windows. The room is spacious and comfortable.
Themed parties are regularly held here, musical groups perform, there is a dance floor, and in the warmer months there is a summer terrace.
The cuisine is international. You can try chicken in Thai, and an American burger, and Italian pizza.
This is a good place to have fun with friends or a soulmate; you can also look at a business lunch here, combining it with a business meeting.
Restaurant "Paprika" (Novokuznetsk)
Paprika calls itself an open-air restaurant. This nuance will be appreciated by those guests who like to watch the work of cooks. But even without it, the restaurant is very atmospheric: a spacious hall, huge windows, warm colors, a lot of natural wood, wicker baskets as a decor, soft light.
The collection of dishes on the menu is diverse: Balkan cuisine, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Caucasian, Russian. Such a wide selection is far from all Novokuznetsk restaurants can offer.
Guests highly praise pizza and strongly recommend trying wok dishes: chicken with cashews, seafood in garlic sauce, soba with beef. In addition, there are homemade dumplings and dumplings, excellent kebabs, pies. Authentic desserts from the chef are offered.
For children there is a separate menu and a play area, which couples will really like, conduct master classes. All dishes of the restaurant are available for order via the Internet.
Visitors note the cozy, warm atmosphere, polite and friendly staff.
Restaurant "Zodiac"
This institution is primarily distinguished by an exquisite interior, made in bright colors. This makes it a great place to celebrate a wedding, including with an exit registration.
As an entertainment program, the Zodiac Restaurant (Novokuznetsk) offers live music.
The menu includes dishes of European cuisine: trout in batter with wine and cheese, delicious stuffed chicken from the chef, grilled salmon or chum salmon steak, duck with apples.
This review does not include all the most interesting restaurants in Novokuznetsk, there are many more. However, the listed ones are quite enough to plan the next evening with friends or relatives.