The 10 Best Restaurants In Lake Baikal, Russia
Tourists do not just visit Lake Baikal for the food. They visit Irkutsk for its culture, the views over the River Angara and because it’s the nearest city to Listvyanka which is perched on the shore of this vast and beautiful expanse of water. But that’s not to say that top quality food is difficult to be found here. Explore 10 of the best options for eating out in Lake Baikal.
1. Proshly Vek
Cafe, Restaurant, Russian, Coffee, Seafood, European
2. Hotel Mayak
Bar, Restaurant, Russian
3. Design Bar
Bar, Restaurant, Beer, Healthy, Wine
4. Listvyanka Club Grill & Restaurant
Restaurant, Seafood, European, Russian
5. Rassolnik
Restaurant, Russian, European, Soup
6. Prego
Prego
The menu at Prego is jam-packed full of classic Italian-style fare. There are old favourites like spaghetti carbonara and pizza quattro formaggi, plentiful risotto recipes, countless meat and fish dishes, soups, salads, and of course, a whole array of desserts which won’t fail to please. There is also a very reasonably priced business lunch on offer, and an extensive children’s menu should younger guests require it. But aside from producing abundant gastronomic delights, the Prego team’s main aim is for everyone who walks through the door to feel at home. They really do care about creating a relaxed environment and are determined that both those looking to enjoy a simple cup of coffee and those with their heart set on a rather more substantial three course meal can dine peacefully and comfortably.
Prego, Ulitsa Karla Marksa, 15A, Irkutsk, Irkutsk Oblast, Russia, +7 395 297-97-57
7. Figaro
Bar, Restaurant, Italian, Brazilian, Chinese
8. Snezhinka
Restaurant, European, Russian
The atmosphere at cosy Snezhinka is great. The staff are friendly and will attempt to speak English, should that be necessary – there are also English menus available. The feel of the restaurant is stylish but quaint: boutique style dressers, pretty chandeliers and glass tables fill the room, and having pot plants nestled in most corners is a pleasant homely touch. The range of dishes on offer is perhaps a little limited, but what is lacking in variety is certainly made up for in quality. The homemade bread in particular is sensational.
Price: mid-range
Watch out for: the homemade bread
9. Kochevnik
Restaurant, Asian, Vegetarian
10. Monet Restaurant
Restaurant, European, Vegetarian
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