Moscow is a city with a huge number of restaurants, pubs and cafes. Residents of the Russian capital have never complained about the shortage of elite catering establishments. Today people value delicious cuisine, service and a comfortable atmosphere.

Among the abundance of restaurants in Moscow, there are 10 of the best, which captivate guests with their hospitality, product quality and pricing policy.

Note! The 10 best restaurants in the Russian capital are distinguished by their unique interior, variety of cuisine and high service. These criteria are very important in public catering establishments, because the prestige and attendance of the establishment depends on them.

Table: top 10 best gastronomic establishments in Moscow.

Place in the ranking	Name	Description
1	« Buffalo»	This establishment was opened by the Steak House chain. The restaurant gained popularity thanks to its meat steaks, the preparation of which cannot be replicated by any establishment in Moscow. The main dish is steak. It is prepared according to different recipes and technologies invented by the chef. The establishment attracts many guests with its delicious cuisine and interesting interior. The zoning of the space provides privacy for Bison visitors. The disadvantage of this establishment is its high prices, but even this factor does not deter Muscovites.
2	« SAVVA»	The establishment is located in the famous Metropol Hotel. The menu is dominated by Russian cuisine, decorated in an interesting way. The restaurant has an extensive wine list that can satisfy any wishes of guests.
3	« Pushkin»	The cafe opened in 1999. “Pushkin” is designed in a noble interior. It takes guests back to the ancient times of duels and the lives of famous Russian poets.
4	« Turandot»	The interior is made in Baroque style and looks more like a palace than a public catering place. The chic interior is created by mirrors and tapestries; guests are served porcelain dishes made in England. The fireplace, made from the original fireplace located in Versailles, deserves special attention. The restaurant consists of two floors: The first floor is intended for lounge relaxation. The second floor is decorated in a classic style and looks more like a museum. The menu consists of European and Asian cuisine.
5	« Big»	The restaurant became popular due to the creative atmosphere created by the abundance of paintings and sculptures. This is a great place for creative people to relax. The main advantage of the establishment is the orchestra, which adds greatness to the cafe. The Bolshoi is located in the center of the capital.
6	« La Bottega Siciliana»	An Italian restaurant that combines several culinary trends. La Bottega Siciliana gained its popularity thanks to its open kitchen and wood-burning pizza oven.
7	« White Rabbit»	The gastronomic establishment was created and opened by Boris Zarkov. The “White Rabbit” is located under the roof of the Smolensk passage, made entirely of glass. This establishment is a restaurant with a panoramic view, allowing you to get a better look at the capital.
8	« Nobu»	Specializes in oriental cuisine. The interior features a large amount of bamboo and animal skin decorations. The main feature of the menu is seafood prepared according to a special recipe with an abundance of herbs and spices.
9	Metropol Hall	The restaurant is located in the Metropol Hotel. The interior is decorated with mirrors, antique-style paintings and tapestries. Chef: Andrey Shmakov.
10	« O2 Lounge»	“O2 Lounge” became popular because of Peruvian cuisine, which is not very common in Moscow.

List of the best gastronomic establishments by cuisine:

1. « Genatsvali“is an establishment of Georgian cuisine that attracts guests with delicious food and an interesting interior made in calm pastel shades. Main interior features:

   The ceiling is hand-painted with aphorisms and sayings in Georgian and Russian.
   Bar counter made of onyx.

   “Genatsvale” is famous for Georgian and European dishes. The wine list consists of real Georgian wines, specially delivered to Genatsvale from Georgia. This is a restaurant with live music, hookah and a children's room. The average bill is 2 thousand rubles.

2. “Big Bite Cafe” is a cafe serving Mexican and Thai cuisine. The average bill per visit per person varies from 500 to one thousand rubles. The main audience is progressive youth who want to develop and learn the meaning of life.
3. « Shore House» - cafe of Azerbaijani cuisine. Famous for its location on the banks of the Moscow River. "Shore House" is part of a large complex consisting of:

   Yacht Club.
   SPA complex.
   Beach with swimming pool.

4. “Black Thai” is a cafe with Asian cuisine. The average bill is 2 thousand rubles. All dishes are prepared from ingredients specially delivered to Black Thai from Thailand. In this gastronomic paradise you can try authentic dishes like octopus with lemongrass or shrimp donuts.

   The interior is dominated by wooden displays, with carved dragons and columns bringing back Thai culture.

5. « Seiji"is a Japanese restaurant located in the Park of Culture. The space is decorated with an abundance of wooden elements. The style of the room is consistent with Japanese culture and customs. In one of the halls, visitors can relax without shoes on special wooden podiums.
6. « Boemi» - cafe of Yugoslav cuisine. On average, you will have to pay about 2 thousand rubles for lunch. “Boemi” strictly adheres to the style and traditions of Serbia and the Balkans. Even the waiters in this place are Serbian in origin.
7. « Scottish cell» - a restaurant with Scottish cuisine. The interior is designed in a strict masculine style. It is dominated by dark-colored furniture and rough forged parts. The originality of the visit is given by the raw brick walls, creating a bright and provocative design.
8. « Asia"is a good Chinese restaurant offering visitors to try the best exquisite Asian and Chinese dishes. The interior is made in Asian style.

   It is complemented by wooden elements, decor made of bamboo, leather and palm branches. For lunch at Asia you will have to pay from two to three thousand rubles per person.

9. « Brasserie Bridge"- the best French restaurant in the capital. It impresses with the spirit of elegance and charm of Parisian gastronomic places of the early 20th century. The interior of the room used hand-molded ceilings and arched vaults. The bar counter is decorated with glass mirror surfaces.
10. « Boyarsky» is a fish restaurant that attracts the attention of many Muscovites with its abundance of fish products and interesting recipes and cooking technologies. The menu was based on historical recipes. At Boyarsky you can try fish dishes of Russian and European cuisine.

The most expensive restaurant in Moscow

1. « Peshi"is located in Okhotny Ryad and captivates its visitors with its luxurious art deco style and views of the Kremlin. Peshi serves gourmet dishes like black truffle velouté or marbled fish.

   The room has not only tables, but also separate VIP booths designed for privacy or business negotiations.

2. « RGS" For lunch at this restaurant you will have to pay at least 4,500 rubles per person. The interior of the establishment bears little resemblance to a public catering establishment. It looks more like a 19th century traveler's house.

   The room is full of books, wood ornaments, sailboat models and antique globes. This whole ambience is mesmerizing, and combined with perfectly prepared dishes, this restaurant has become not only one of the most popular, but also expensive.

3. « Dorffman"is the most expensive karaoke club in Moscow. The Baroque style amazes with its sophistication, grandeur and luxury. The karaoke club menu consists of Japanese and European cuisine.

Important! It is definitely very difficult to choose the most expensive restaurant in the capital. Many restaurants deserve attention. They captivate customers with unique recipes, unprecedented ingredients brought from abroad and very high prices that an ordinary Muscovite cannot afford. Such establishments are visited only by wealthy and influential people who can afford to pay at least 5 thousand rubles for lunch or dinner.

Muscovites have never complained about the lack of good places and establishments where they can go to have a good meal or just have a good time. Moscow has many restaurants to suit every taste. They differ in kitchen features, interior and style, pricing policy, quality of service, etc. In pursuit of popularity and customers, every restaurant must maintain its brand, because competition is high. Everything is taken into account here: the variety of cuisine and the quality of products, service, interior style, location, prices, the main contingent of visitors. We have selected our list of the best restaurants in Moscow that will delight you with delicious food and a pleasant atmosphere.

1. Steak House “Bison”

Steak House “Bison” ranks 1st among the best restaurants in Moscow. This is a chain of six establishments located in different parts of the city. The name itself already speaks for itself: everything revolves around the main dish of the menu - a juicy steak. All the restaurants in the chain are very similar, but still each has something special. The most popular is “Bison” on the street. Trade union. Regular customers praise the skill of the chefs and the quality of service. The interior is also pleasant: the room is divided into several zones, this does not create discomfort for visitors at different tables. The decor includes a lot of brown, decorative stone, wood, and indoor flowers.

The main dish of the restaurant is, of course, steak. It is prepared here according to several recipes by chef Frank Sarria exclusively from premium Hereford and Black Angus beef. In addition to steaks, the menu consists of a variety of cold and hot appetizers, salads, first courses, and desserts of European and American cuisine. The prices for the dishes are high, but this does not scare away customers; on the contrary, every day there are more and more regular visitors to this restaurant.

2. SAVVA

SAVVA is one of the best and most popular restaurants in Moscow. It is located in the Metropol Hotel in the very center of the capital. Positions itself as an establishment with modern Russian cuisine. On the menu you can see both traditional fish soup with pie and innovative fried herring in batter as part of a “Russian appetizer” with venison, lard and pickles.

Brand chef Andrey Shmakov continues the classic traditions of the legendary Savva Mamontov, but with a dose of innovation. The menu is not limited only to Russian cuisine; you can also order European dishes. The varied wine list is impressive. At the SAVVA restaurant you will always receive delicious food, a pleasant atmosphere and excellent service.

3. Cafe Pushkin

This legendary Moscow restaurant seems to have always existed here, although it was opened only in 1999. The ancient noble interior and exquisite Russian cuisine seem to transport visitors to past centuries, to the era of Russian classics. The establishment is divided into three parts: “Pharmacy”, “Library” and “Mezzanine”, each of which is always full of visitors.

Brand chef Andrey Dellos made sure that any dish on the menu would not leave anyone indifferent: neither Muscovites nor guests of Moscow. Every detail of the interior and decorative decoration of the establishment will make you feel like a real Russian nobleman - an exquisite gentleman or his beautiful lady.

4. Turandot

The fashionable Moscow restaurant Turandot, striking with its chic interior, has truly become one of the attractions of the capital. The style of the establishment - lush baroque - makes the restaurant almost a museum in which you will find antique Venetian mirrors, English porcelain, French tapestries and even a copy of the Versailles fireplace of Louis XVI.

The first floor of Turandot is a lounge area, the second is a classic one. The restaurant specializes in a wide variety of European and Asian dishes, combining classic recipes with an innovative approach. Perfect for a casual lunch, business meeting or noisy party with friends.

5. "Big"

In the middle of the ranking of the best restaurants in Moscow is Bolshoi. Restaurateur Arkady Novikov tried to create an exclusive establishment in the very center of the capital. What sets it apart from other similar establishments is the theatrical atmosphere and the collection of paintings and sculptures by contemporary artists, which in tandem creates a feeling of familiarity with high art. Adding to the pomp of the restaurant is a real orchestra and live music, which attracts theatergoers and other aesthetes.

The restaurant specializes in Russian cuisine, including soups, side dishes, meat and fish dishes, appetizers and desserts. You can also find classic European dishes on the menu. The Bolshoi restaurant consists of two luxurious halls: the first is created in noble white and pastel colors, the second in red and brown shades. Both rooms are decorated with paintings and sculptures, fresh flowers, and expensive furniture.

6. La Bottega Siciliana

This authentic Sicilian corner in the center of Moscow combines a pizzeria, restaurant, pastry shop and gelateria (ice cream parlour). The main principle of the establishment is to cook from high-quality fresh products in their natural state, which is closely monitored by brand chef Nino Graziano and his student chef Claudio Pirovano.

The interior design of the La Bottega Siciliana restaurant is modern, full of liveliness and energy. The highlight of the place is the wood-burning oven in which pizza is cooked. The open part of the kitchen, shelves with Italian wine, dim light from floor lamps, a round cozy stage - all this complements the original style of La Bottega Siciliana and makes the establishment one of the most popular restaurants in Moscow, especially in the evening.

7. White Rabbit

The brainchild of restaurateur Boris Zarkov, the White Rabbit restaurant is located at bird's eye view, under the glass roof of the Smolensky passage. It surprises not only with its original interior, but also with its unusual cuisine - a combination of traditional Russian dishes in an unusual interpretation by Vladimir Mukhin. The result of long gastronomic experiments has borne fruit: every season the chef delights gourmets with new ideas and extraordinary combinations of products and tastes. And the best cocktails in the capital will not leave anyone indifferent.

The highlight of the White Rabbit restaurant is a weekly quest based on the fairy tale “Alice in Wonderland.” The fabulous interior of the room and huge panoramic windows, bringing Moscow within arm's reach, add to the fabulousness.

8. Nobu

Represents a chain of restaurants around the world. Nobu is considered the best Moscow restaurant serving Japanese and Asian cuisine. Dishes rich in a variety of savory spices and seasonings will not leave indifferent even the most demanding connoisseurs of oriental cuisine.

The restaurant is divided into 4 zones, each original in its own way and emphasizing the atmosphere of the East. Bamboo throughout the area, unusual chandeliers and a ceiling with decorative stingray skin decorations, convex walls and a huge window create an unusual, mysterious atmosphere.

Each menu item was thought out long and carefully by its creators. Centuries-old traditions have been fully preserved; minimal inclusions of other cuisines are allowed, but very carefully. The basis of the menu here is seafood, the quality of which cannot be doubted. Everything is aimed at ensuring that every client is satisfied and comes back again.

9. Metropol Hall

The restaurant is part of the elite five-star Metropol Hotel on Teatralnaya Square. The classic interior design is decorated with mirrors that create the effect of an open sky. Picturesque works in the antique style, tapestries and painted lampshades add luxury and solidity to the restaurant.

Unique signature cuisine from Andrey Shmakov will delight Muscovites and guests of the capital. Here you can hold any event, banquet, or simply have a delicious meal of European and Russian cuisine with a friend or business partner. Lovers of good booze will be pleased with the bar at the Chaliapin Hotel. The combination of quality, comfort and coziness distinguishes the Metropol Hall among the best Moscow restaurants.

10. O2 Lounge

Our top 10 “best restaurants in Moscow” is completed by O2 Lounge. This is the only place in the capital where you can try authentic Peruvian cuisine. Its location on the roof of The Ritz-Carlton adds romance and mystery to the overall atmosphere. The interior design was created in the concept of integration into the natural environment; there is a lot of decor made from natural materials: blue agate, petrified wood, walnut, sheepskin and leather. The Peruvian menu impresses with original flavors and variety from chef Florent Curriol. A variety of seafood combined with delicious drinks attract visitors and leave only positive impressions.

There are more than 2,700 restaurants in the capital, excluding bars, cafes and other types of catering. In our rating “The most expensive restaurant in Moscow” we will tell you where you can eat and drink deliciously for a tidy sum.

No. 5. Restaurant "Turandot"

The fifth place in the most expensive restaurants in Moscow, where you can try fish at an affordable price, is occupied by Turandot, located a stone's throw from the Tverskaya metro station, at the address: Tverskoy Boulevard, 26, building 3.

One of the most expensive restaurants in the capital was designed over the course of 6 years, carefully creating the interior and interior decoration. There is a fireplace built here, identical to the fireplace of Versailles from the time of Louis XVI, antique items brought from China and porcelain dishes from the famous Bausher factory were used.

“Turandot” consists of 11 halls, one courtyard and a terrace. The interior is more reminiscent of an 18th century palace, and when you get here, you can immediately understand that 6 years were not wasted.

Chef

Dmitry Eremeev - worked at the Pushkin cafe for 6 years, has been heading Turandot since 2008.

Menu excerpt

Tom Yam with shrimp – 890 rub.
Japanese seafood with Teriyaki sauce – 2,200 rub.
Silver cod fillet in Sha Cha sauce – 2,750 rub.

No. 4. Restaurant "Bono"

The fourth place in the most expensive restaurants in Moscow is occupied by Bono. It is located in the Ukraina Hotel on Kutuzovsky Prospekt, 2/1, building 1, on the 29th floor. Hotel "Ukraine" is one of the famous seven Stalin skyscrapers in Moscow.

The expensive establishment is owned by the Ginza Project company. The very concept of a fashionable place is not new - the good old Italian classic. Parties and various entertainment events are often held here.

Chef

Christian Lorenzini is a former chef at the Mario restaurant on Presnenskaya and has been working at Bono since 2011.

Menu excerpt

Soup with crab – 1,850 rub.
Seafood soup – 1,890 rub.
King prawns Catalan style – 1,850 rub.
Valovany with Kamchatka crab, porcini mushrooms and curry – 1,850 rub.

No. 3. Restaurant (closed)

In third place in our rating of “The most expensive restaurant in Moscow” is the expensive Italian restaurant “Piazza Rossa”. Located on the second floor of the National Hotel. "Piazza Rossa" translated from Italian means Red Square. The name is not accidental, because it is located next to the main attraction of the country - Red Square and the Moscow Kremlin.

The exact address of one of the most expensive restaurants in Moscow: st. Mokhovaya 15/1, National Hotel, 2nd floor. The main visitors to this popular luxury destination are not only hotel guests, but also wealthy tourists visiting local attractions: the Moscow Kremlin, Red Square, GUM, TSUM and other interesting places.

Chef

Cristiano Andreini is a hereditary chef from Italy.

Menu excerpt

Fish soup with red mullet, mussels, squid and homemade pasta – 1,650 RUR
Fish soup with fregula, toasted bread and garlic – RUR 2,590
Shrimp cooked in three ways, with parsley and potato cream – RUR 2,100
Wild seabass fillet with artichokes alla Romana, truffle and Prosecco sauce – RUR 3,950

No. 2. Moscow Restaurant “Peshi”

The restaurant in Moscow, where fish and seafood are worth their weight in gold, is “Peshi” on Okhotny Ryad, 2 (TG “Fashionable Season”, 2nd floor. The elite fish establishment has been operating since 2012 and provides a wide range of gastronomic dishes.

As in previous restaurants, at Peshi the chef focuses on quality products, the absence of preservatives and the freshness of ingredients. In addition to the restaurant menu, there is a fish boutique where anyone can order fresh fish and seafood straight from the aquarium to take with them.

Here, every visitor can personally get acquainted with the inhabitants of the underwater world - they are presented in an aquarium, which is updated daily. What is there: lobsters, lobsters, squids, Kamchatka crabs and much more. Come and try an expensive Moscow restaurant “for a taste”, but don’t forget to take a fat wallet with you.

Chef

Uson Ergeshov has been in charge of the kitchen of one of the most expensive restaurants in Moscow, Peshi, since 2017.

Menu excerpt

Bouillabaisse soup – 3,000 rub.
Toro tuna – RUR 3,450

No. 1. The most expensive restaurant in Moscow

Soluxe Club receives gold in our rating of fish places “The most expensive restaurant in Moscow”. The restaurant is located on the Taras Shevchenko embankment next to the Ukraine Hotel. Official address: Kutuzovsky Prospekt, 2/1, building 6.

The concept of the most expensive restaurant combines the style of several cities: London, Dubai, Hong Kong, New York and, of course, Moscow. This expensive restaurant is opened with 100% investment from China and unites Europe and Asia. The design uses antiques brought from China and natural materials (marble, wood, etc.). All furniture is made to order and you are unlikely to find the same anywhere else.

Separately, it is worth noting the bar counter, made of semi-precious stones. By the way, this unique bar counter is made in a single copy, to order and is the most expensive in Eastern Europe.

Chefs

Master Chen Yongjiang is an oriental brand chef from China, a member of the World Association of Chefs WACS.
Alexey Zhelnov is one of the most creative chefs in Moscow. Member of the Guild of Chefs of Russia.
Ye Yiwu is a chef and a member of the World Association of Chefs WACS.

Menu excerpt

Imperial soup with shark fins “Jin Gou” – 2,200 rub.
Cantonese soup with Abalone shellfish, shark fins and sea cucumber – 1,400 RUR
Royal fried lobster in cheese sauce with noodles and broccoli (for 2 persons) – 16,000 rub.
Fried Kamchatka crab with cheese (for 2 persons) – 14,000 rub.
Two steamed lobster balls with Inoki mushrooms and garlic from San-Ya – 4,000 rub.