Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (2024)

Top 20 restaurants you should definitelly visit during your stay in Moscow.

Looking for the best restaurants in Moscow? Checkout our latest list of the top places to eat in the capital of Russia.

Most of the trendiest restaurants are located around the famous Patriarch Ponds neighborhood, also known as the main gourmet center of Moscow and the neighboring Bolshaya Nikitskaya street. (our picks include Gvidon, Pino and Loro restaurants)

The list also includes a number of the beloved classics like Pushkin and White Rabbit that was awarded a Michelin star in 2022.

1. Pushkin Restaurant

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Pushkin restaurant is located in a 19th century mansion in the heart of the city. One of the best places to experience Russian cuisine. During summer they open summer verandah located on top of the restaurant's building and overlooks Pushkin Boulevard.

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2. Erwin Restaurant

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4.6(2556)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (4)Seafood

Erwin is a seafood restaurant that occupies 2 floors of the building located at the bank of the Moscow River in close proximity to the Radisson Royal Hotel. Erwin's menu features an extensive selection of crabs that includes king crab, snow crab, frog crab, blue king crab, spiky crab and hairy crab.

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3. Dr Zhivago Restaurant

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4.5(4183)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (6)Russian

Dr. Zhivago is located in the heart of Moscow, just one block away from the Red Square and Kremlin. It occupies the ground floor of the legendary Hotel National built in 1902.The restaurant carries the name of the legendary novel, as well as creates its own intriguing story line.

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4. White Rabbit Restaurant

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4.5(3163)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (8)Russian

In October of 2021 White Rabbit received it's Michelin star. The restaurant represents the so called “new Russian cuisine”. At White Rabbit they use local products to cook traditional Russian dishes with a modern touch.

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5. Sixty Restaurant

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The Sixty restaurant, located on the Federation Tower's 62nd floor, offers stunning panoramic views and stands as one of Europe's highest dining spots.

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7. Gvidon Restaurant

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4.3(140)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (14)Seafood

Gvidon restaurant is located in a restored mansion of the pre-revolutionary era. The historic building with large windows resembles old Moscow architecture. The extensive multi-page menu is divided into 3 sections that include seasonal dishes, raw bar, and main menu.

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8. Savva Restaurant

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Savva restaurant is located inside the famous 5 star Metropole hotel right across from the Bolshoi Theater and TSUM department store.

Savva’s menu was compiled by chef Andrey Shmakov with a primary focus on Russian cuisine. Although you’ll find some French and Italian items in the menu as well. The menu also includes Raw Bar.

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9. Pino Restaurant

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3.6(392)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (18)Italian

Pino is an Italian restaurant located in the heart of the trendy Patriarch Ponds area in the central part of Moscow. Pino’s extensive international menu has a dedicated section with dishes that can be shared among all guests at the table. Checkout their breakfasts served daily from 8:00 to 12:00.

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10. Bolshoi Restaurant

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Bolshoi restaurant is located in the heart of Moscow next to the world famous Bolshoi Theater and TSUM department store. Local menu includes culinary classics from around the world. There are items from traditional Russian and Soviet era cuisine that are mixed with select Italian and French dishes.

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11. Sakhalin Restaurant

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4.6(996)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (22)Seafood

The Sakhalin restaurant is located on the 22nd floor of the AZIMUT City Hotel Smolenskaya that offers a 360-degree panoramic views of Moscow.

The restaurant’s menu features one of the best selection of seafood dishes in the city including crabs, shrimps, a variety of shells and fish brought directly from the Far East of Russia.

12. Butcher Restaurant

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4.8(811)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (24)Steakhouse

Butcher on Tsvetnoy Boulevard is a premium steak house located on the first floor of the modern business center minutes away from the TSUM department store. Butcher specializes in premium meat from Argentina, Uruguay and Russia, so its a good place to have one of the classic steaks.

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13. La Bottega Siciliana

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4.5(1132)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (26)Italian

La Bottega Siciliana is a premium Italian restaurant located in the same building as the Four Seasons Hotel. The menu at La Bottega Siciliana listed on many pages is huge. It has all varieties of Italian dishes as well as some original items compiled by the chef Claudio Pirovano.

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14. Turandot Restaurant

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Turandot is a premium pan-Asian restaurant located on Tverskoy Boulevard in the center of Moscow. The restaurant was created by the same restaurateur who created Pushkin restaurant located in the same building.

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15. Ivanka Restaurant

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The Ivanka restaurant is located in the Neva Towers skyscraper in the Moscow City district. The main menu reflects the personal view of chef Ivan Negutarov on Mediterranean gastronomy with a primary focus on Italy. Checkout the menu’s dedicated “Carpaccio”, “Tartare”, “Crudo”, “On Ice” and “Caviar” sections!

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16. Le Pigeon Restaurant

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4.3(35)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (32)French

Le Pigeon is a restaurant that specializes in Parisian cuisine where traditional French dishes are served with some creative modern twists. For those that are just starting their acquaintance with French cuisine, the chefs recommend trying some snails in white wine.

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4.7(2200)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (34)Seafood

Boston Seafood & Bar has 2 major advantages that make it stand out among other restaurants in Moscow also serving seafood. The first advantage is pricing policy that is extremely attractive considering high quality of their food.

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18. Aist Restaurant

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Aist restaurant is located in the trendy Patriarch Ponds area in the center of Moscow. The restaurant is mainly focused on European cuisine but also has some signature Asian dishes. The restaurant is located in its own 3 story building and has one of the best summer verandahs in Moscow.

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19. Loro Restaurant

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4.5(180)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (38)Italian

Loro was originally opened in the winter of 2019 and became famous for its fresh Moscow take on Italian classics. The menu consists of just one sheet and six sections. There is a raw section that has oysters, sea urchins, several kinds of carpaccio and tartare. The desert menu has all Italian classics like Tiramisu, Pistachio ice cream and Crème Brûlée.

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20. Yug 22 Restaurant

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4(7)Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (40)Mediterranean

Yug 22 restaurant’s name is translated from Russian as “south” and the number refers to the building’s address. The restaurant is located on Bolshaya Nikitskaya street, famous for its restaurant scene and pedestrian area.

The front door of the restaurant is decorated with yellowish tones. You will definitely like the restaurant’s floor to ceiling windows that they open during warm summer months.

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21. Buro Tsum

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Buro TSUM is located on the top floor of the TSUM department store in the heart of Moscow. The restaurant offers stunning views of the Bolshoi and Maly theaters from its windows.

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22. Matryoshka Restaurant

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Matryoshka is a stylish two-storied restaurant located along the Moskva River embankment, offering a unique blend of Russian cuisine and an inviting atmosphere. Its design draws inspiration from the 1920s industrial palaces of London and New York, showcasing a harmonious mix of modern fashion, antiquity, and industrial elements.

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23. Ruski Restaurant

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Ruski is a panoramic restaurant specializing in Russian cuisine, situated on the 85th floor of the Vostok Tower in Moscow-City. It features an impressive eight-meter traditional Russian oven and an open kitchen where diners can watch the cooking process.

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Moscow Restaurants 2024 (20 Best Places to Eat and Drink) (2024)

FAQs

What is the average cost of a meal in Moscow? ›

An average lunch bill is: At MAI canteens, lunch about 150-300 rubles (2-5 USD) At Moscow cafés, business lunch 250-500 rubles (4-9 USD) At Moscow restaurants, lunch 700-2000 rubles (12-35 USD)

How many Michelin star restaurants are there in Moscow? ›

In total, the MICHELIN Guide Moscow 2022 selection includes: 69 restaurants ; 2 restaurants with 2 MICHELIN Stars ; 7 restaurants with 1 MICHELIN Star ; 3 MICHELIN Green Star restaurants ; 15 Bib Gourmand restaurants.

How many restaurants are there in Moscow? ›

According to the site 2gis.ru, there are 13723 eateries in Moscow. If you count only places where you can reserve a table, the number is 2000.

How much is a cup of coffee in Moscow? ›

2018 Price of Coffee Worldwide
Doha$6.40
Beijing$4.42
Moscow$4.31
London$3.88
New York City$3.12
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How much is a drink in Moscow? ›

Alcohol in Russia is cheap depending on where you drink. A pint of local beer in a simple bar can be purchased for around 250 roubles ($4) and wine for 300 ($5). Of course, this can vary hugely. The craft beer scene has taken off in Russia, so expect to pay $6 - $7 for an unusual brew in a stylish city-centre bar.

Is Michelin still operating in Russia? ›

French tire manufacturer Michelin has sold off its remaining assets in Russia and abandoned the country's market. Michelin is selling its Russian branches to Power International Tires LLC. The tire company announced its exit from the Russian market on Friday.

Which city has the most 3 star Michelin restaurants? ›

Tokyo has the Most Michelin Starred Restaurants in the World

11 Restaurants with three stars. 47 Restaurants with two stars.

What country has the most Michelin star restaurants in the world? ›

The country that has the most restaurants that have earned a Michelin star is France. France has a total of 632 restaurants that have Michelin stars.

What is Russia's most eaten food? ›

What are the most popular Russian foods?
  • Borscht. Borscht is a vibrant, sour soup primarily made from beets, which give it a distinctive red color. ...
  • Pirozhki. ...
  • Pelmeni. ...
  • Beef Stroganoff. ...
  • Blini. ...
  • Shashlik. ...
  • Olivier Salad. ...
  • Golubtsy.
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What fruit is Russia famous for? ›

Of course, no Russian fruit platter is complete without the beloved яблоко – also known as an apple! Here is a recap of some of the most popular fruits in Russian culture.

What is the most popular street food in Russia? ›

Blini is a Russian traditional Pancake. It is so much popular that there even is a whole fast food brand dedicated to this dish, Teremok. In those restaurants, you can find different types of blinis with different topping both sweet and salty. It often comes with soup like Borscht or shchi.

What American restaurants are still in Russia? ›

The franchises of Subway, Carl's Jr., Papa John's, Costa Coffee, Burger King, and TGI Fridays have continued to operate, business as usual. Of these six, Subway and Carl's Jr.

What is Mcdonalds called in Moscow? ›

Due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, McDonald's temporarily suspended all operations in the country on 8 March. In May, the company announced that it would sell all of its restaurants in Russia, which were rebranded as Vkusno i tochka.

What is the rich district in Moscow? ›

Rublevka or Rublyovka (Russian: Рублёвка) is the unofficial name of a prestigious residential area in the western suburbs of Moscow, Russia, located along Rublyovo-Uspenskoye Highway, Podushkinskoe, 1st Uspenskoe and 2nd Uspenskoe highways.

How expensive is Moscow for tourists? ›

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Moscow PackagesDay/NightPrice
Hello Russia! Package5 Days/4 Nights₹1,86,595

Is Moscow cheaper than NYC? ›

You would need around 3,639.1$ (310,866.4руб) in Moscow to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with 12,000.0$ in New York, NY (assuming you rent in both cities). This calculation uses our Cost of Living Plus Rent Index to compare the cost of living and assume net earnings (after income tax).

Is Moscow very expensive? ›

Surveys often cite Moscow as one of the most expensive cities in Europe. However, these surveys generally do not take into account the wages of expats, who often earn significantly more than locals.

How much money do you need for a week in Moscow? ›

A one week trip to Moscow usually costs around $454 (₽40,617) for one person and $909 (₽81,233) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

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