The Best Restaurants In Sochi, Russia
The Russian word for stomach ‘zhivot’ stems from the same root as the word for life ‘zhizn.’ Life itself is associated in Russian culture with the stomach, and Eastern Europe and Russia are populated by peoples who love to eat well. Located on the Black Sea coast and at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains, Sochi is influenced by a wide variety of cultures and countries. Here are some of our favorite places to eat in the bustling city of Sochi.
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Promenad
Serving Japanese, Mediterranean, and Russian dishes, this is a good place to try Russian favorites like syrniki, blini, borsht, and kasha. With a warm atmosphere and a variety of food served to please picky palates, consider Promenad as a place to eat. They also host live classical music and have outdoor dining.
Café Del Mar
Serving both Russian and Western style meals, Café Del Mar is another excellent choice for eating out in Sochi. It’s located on the central waterfront of Sochi, a beautiful part of downtown. They also include a kid’s menu that’s satisfactory for a picky child, and their pizzas are fairly popular.
Gosti
This is another great place in Sochi to experience Russian cuisine and Western style food if you prefer that too. They serve soups like ‘Ukha’, main courses like trout, and a variety of vodkas to pair with your meal. The place has a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere, and there is karaoke regularly. The Russian word ‘Gosti’ means ‘guests.’
Khmeli & Suneli
A contemporary Russian restaurant, Khmeli & Suneli prepare delicious and authentic cuisine. Their ‘Chicken ‘Skovorodka’ is a favorite, with potatoes, mushrooms, and cheese on lavash. If you’re not sure what to order, the waiters are very helpful with recommendations. The portions are very moderate in size and the atmosphere is very warm and welcoming.
Grillage
If you’re craving Western food, this is a good restaurant to go to. They serve a couple of scrambles for breakfast, along with the staple of Russian breakfasts, porridge. You can still find authentic Russian cuisine here, like cold plates of ‘Salmon Caviar,’ ‘Roast Beef,’‘Smoked Sturgeon,’ and ‘Slightly Salted Cucumbers.’ They serve tasty pastas and pizzas, as well as the multiple plate meals that are typical for Russian dinners and meant to be shared.
Taktir Trikoni
Those frustrated finding Western European style salads with lots of lettuce and leafy greens in Sochi will be happy at Taktir Trikoni, which does a fair job catering to international appetites. It serves some pasta dishes as well as delicious soups, and it’s located in Krasnaya Polyana, where the 2014 Olympics were held, a village set against a backdrop of the gorgeous Caucasus Mountains.
Kavkazsky Dvorik
With tasty, tasty trout grilled whole and served to you on a bed of lemon slices, Kavkazsky Dvorik is sure to leave you with fond memories of Sochi. It’s very much a family-style setting with comfy sofas, booths, and tables and walls decorated with figurines, knives, and instruments, and tasty authentic Russian, Armenian, and Eastern European food and grill.
Trattoria Fettuccine
A tasty pasta place in Sochi, you’ll find all sorts of traditional dishes on the menu from ‘Spaghetti Carbonara’ to risotto pastas to ‘Caprese Salad.’ It’s a great restaurant to satisfy your cravings for Western European foods. Their wine menu includes a good selection of Italian wines, both white and red.