10 best restaurants in Irkutsk

If you are planning a wedding or other celebration in the summer, then there is no better place to hold it than the Fianit restaurant. It's all about the chic summer veranda, which is not only very beautifully decorated, but also located in an incredibly picturesque place. Here and the greenery of the trees, and the coolness of the pond. But it should be noted that it is because of this that it is cool in the cafe in summer. The cuisine here is excellent, the residents of Irkutsk come here to taste the most delicious shish kebab in the city. Other grilled dishes are excellent as well. The menu includes Caucasian and European cuisine. Fianita has good service, quality service, but small portions. The latter is the only significant drawback of the institution.

Figaro is a great place for a business or family dinner, a measured quiet date or small celebrations. Residents of Irkutsk characterize this restaurant as an expensive institution of a very decent level. The cafe has a convenient location in the city center. It has a very inviting interior, cozy atmosphere and an exceptionally intelligent audience.As for the cuisine, Figaro has a classic European menu, according to guests' reviews, meat is excellently cooked here. The service corresponds to the status, the waiters are polite, attentive and competent, they do their work quickly, but sometimes there are delays, which many consider as a disadvantage. Otherwise, the institution deserves the title of one of the best.

Harbin is one of the best Chinese restaurants in Irkutsk. People come here not only for delicious food, but also for quality service. If you decide to visit this place, we advise you to call in advance and check availability. The Chinese cafe is quite popular and often there are no free tables at all even on a weekday evening. Guests praise the staff, the waiters are friendly, serve attentively and quickly. You almost never have to wait for food. At the same time, the portions themselves are simply huge, if desired, food can be packed to go.The restaurant has a well-established home delivery service. It is worth noting that the pricing policy in Harbin is also quite moderate, the average check is from 1000 rubles.

Prego is one of the best restaurants for family visits. Here, as a rule, it is quiet, cozy and very atmospheric. The exquisite Italian menu has never left anyone indifferent. Residents of Irkutsk know that the best pizza and pasta is only in Prego. While adults enjoy gastronomic pleasure, children enthusiastically absorb dishes from the children's menu, and a playroom is also organized for them. Well-known musicians often perform in the cafe. You can often hear the exquisite sounds of the violin or piano here. In general, the atmosphere is very noble and the contingent is appropriate. Guests in the reviews also note the service, it is of high quality, but long. Often only one waiter works for the whole hall.

Fans of Japanese cuisine without a shadow of a doubt advise visiting the Kyoto restaurant in Irkutsk. This is a very cozy and authentic place. The relatively small room is decorated in a classic Japanese style by renowned architect Shigeo Nakamura. Guests note that it is very comfortable here, a private island of Japan in the very center of Irkutsk. Visitors like the cuisine, they cook really tasty here, but the portion size seems to many to be very modest. On weekends, Kyoto hosts master classes on making sushi and rolls. If you wish, you can order food delivery to your home. The average check is rather big, from 2000 rubles, which many customers noted as a disadvantage.

Restaurant "Nomad" specializes in meat dishes of Mongolian and Asian cuisine. Ethnic cafe is loved by many, it has not only the appropriate surroundings and authentic atmosphere, but also a great menu. At the same time, it is worth noting that adherents of vegetarianism also have something to pamper themselves here. Guests in the reviews note the polite, friendly and competent staff. Even if you came for the first time and cannot make a choice, the waiters will help you choose the right dish. What is worth considering? The place is small, and the restaurant itself is very popular, so on weekends it is crowded here, the tables are close to each other. Complaints about slow service are common.

On the seventh floor of the business hotel Sayen is one of the best and most luxurious restaurants in Irkutsk - Swifts. This is a high-class establishment, as noted in the reviews by satisfied customers. There is a good author's menu here, visitors can enjoy not only more familiar dishes, but also, for example, oysters or foie gras, omul and Baikal whitefish are of particular delight. The restaurant has a great selection of desserts. Guests of the hotel celebrate excellent hearty breakfasts with good serving and high-class service. In general, the place is wonderful, but according to some visitors, a little pretentious. Among the shortcomings, one can note the menu with a large selection of dishes and a small amount of information about them and a high average bill.

Bier haus is an institution for those who love rock and delicious beer. There is quite a lot of the latter here, every day guests are offered more than 20 different varieties of the freshest drink. The cuisine is predominantly European, with an emphasis on traditional German. Here guests are offered real Bavarian sausages. But besides this, there is something to choose from, the menu has a children's section and a good selection of vegetarian solutions. The only thing that guests note is that the map with the list of dishes is very uninformative, there are no images in it and it is often difficult to understand what exactly you are ordering. The rest of the establishment is very pleasant, live music plays in the evenings. Those who wish can order home delivery. Bier haus is definitely one of the best restaurants in Irkutsk.

The Okhotnikov restaurant is located in a picturesque place in Irkutsk and is part of the Zvezda hotel complex.According to guest reviews, this is a very atmospheric place where you can eat delicious game dishes and appreciate the colorful taiga cuisine. The wine list contains a wide range of author's tinctures made from herbs and berries, which are highly recommended to try. Visitors note the quality of service, a unique, inimitable atmosphere, excellent cuisine. Every evening from Wednesday to Friday, guests can enjoy live music. The facility is open around the clock. At the height of not only service and cuisine, but also the price tag, this should be taken into account when visiting. Also, guests are advised to check the receipt before paying.

The Sky Lounge restaurant is a great place near the airport in Irkutsk. Guests are happy to note the pleasant atmosphere, good interiors and decent service. Special attention is given to the local cuisine.Here they offer European and Russian dishes, the taste of which is always on top. There is a good selection of solutions for vegetarians. Live music is played in the evenings. The Sky Lounge serves excellent hookahs, guests note a good selection of tobacco and interesting designer bags. A rich wine list allows you to choose a drink for every taste. In Sky Lounge you can not only spend the evening, excellent breakfasts are prepared here. The only thing worth considering is that the prices in the institution are above average.