The Best Restaurants In Saransk

Saransk is an interesting city, with plenty to see and do. It is also one of the places to host FIFA World Cup in 2018. If you head there to watch the games, and feel like eating out for lunch or dinner, here are the best restaurants in Saransk.

1. Mordovskoe Podvore

Cafe, Restaurant, Russian

A beautiful, spacious, traditional restaurant serving a big variety of regional and Russian dishes. A perfect place to start off your stay in the Republic of Mordovia and feel the national spirit.

2. Malina

Restaurant, Contemporary

A nice place with an unusual, eclectic interior and delicious menu options. Choose between pasta, soups, pizza, burgers hot and cold snacks, seafood, meats and sushi. You can also browse the vast drinks menu for the perfect alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage. A children’s menu is also offered. A great place to eat.

3. Big Pig

Bar, Restaurant, Contemporary, Russian

A grill restaurant serving a good mix of local and international dishes. Nice, modern interior with an open kitchen. Quite surprisingly, a fairly big selection of seafood dishes is offered as well. Brunch is served daily until 3 p.m., and all the portions are huge. A perfect spot for a hungry group.

5. Rozmarin

Restaurant, Gastropub, Contemporary, European

A pleasant, modern and cosy restaurant a bit further away from the city centre. It screens different sports and hosts stand-up shows and concerts of all kinds (from techno to jazz and rock’n’roll). Lunch specials are also available.

6. Baron Munchhausen

Restaurant, Contemporary, European

A hunting-themed restaurant in the Saransk Hotel serving international meaty classics. It might seem a little pricey, but the delicious food justifies it. A great place for a celebratory dinner.

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