A restaurant is a place where people come to celebrate an important event, meet with someone they have not seen for a long time or just have a hearty meal. Any institution in Smolensk, of course, is distinguished by its interior, kitchen, and surroundings. How not to make a mistake in choosing? How to stay 100% satisfied? In the article we will talk about the best restaurants in Smolensk.
6th place - Tirol
The list of restaurants in Smolensk opens up a great place in the very center of the city. This is one of the most elegant and branded restaurants, the main feature of which is game dishes.
Tirol is located at the intersection of Barclay de Tolly and Marshal Zhukov, next to the Smena cinema.
Guests can stay in a small room with 28 seats. The interior of the establishment resembles a real Bavarian bar: stylish interior items, trophy heads on the walls, elements of Provence. The dim lighting in the evenings creates a romantic atmosphere for two lovers, and the modest surroundings around allow negotiations or business meetings.
The restaurant's menu is focused on dishes from the "trophy" ingredients: duck, boar, bear cub and other game. All this is served with delicious sauces and decorated in the style of the best copyright institutions. The average bill for a restaurant with a similar cuisine is low - only 1300 rubles.
Tirol is waiting for its guests daily from 12.00 to 01.00.
5. The Dungeon
"Dungeon" is one of the best restaurants in Smolensk with live music and so far the only one in the premises of the Smolensk fortress wall tower.
Here you can not only have a tasty snack, but also enjoy the history of the city. The interior of the "Dungeon" is fully consistent with its location and name: in the 19th century there was a security point near the tower, which inspired the concept.
The restaurant's premises are divided into several rooms: mirror, velvet, secret and summer, from which you can admire the stunning panorama of the Dnieper. In the evening, live music accompanies the meal: from national songs to the accompaniment of a balalaika to classical piano sonatas.
The cuisine in Dungeon is focused on farm and game dishes. The desire to taste real Russian cuisine in a real Russian tower attracts not only residents of the city, but also foreign tourists who want to get acquainted with our culture. The average check here is from 1500 rubles.
Restaurant of national cuisine "Temnitsa" is waiting for you at the address: st. Student, 4.
4. La Cantine Russe
In the very center of the city is one of the best cafe-restaurants in Smolensk.
The interior fully conveys the atmosphere of several Russian eras. Furniture and accessories are handmade by the best Smolensk craftsmen. An antique piano, an old but functioning gramophone, and other exhibits perfectly complement the picture. The musical background is an unsurpassed Russian classic performed by your favorite artists. The coziness and comfort in the restaurant in many ways creates light. In the afternoon - this is bright lighting passing through large windows, and in the evening guests are immersed in a light chamber twilight with many candles.
The emphasis of the cuisine is placed on your favorite Russian dishes and your favorite French classics: stroganina from northern fish, Russian fish soup, pastries, bird dumplings and fried chicken in the glaze. All meals are prepared from products from nearby farmland. In the chef's hands, dishes are saturated with a unique taste, and the luxurious presentation deserves special attention. At the same time, the restaurant manages to keep prices low for the city: the average check here is from 1400 rubles.
You can visit the restaurant La Cantine Russe at the following address: st. Bolshaya Sovetskaya, 24.
3. Saint-Jacques
"San-Jacques" is the atmosphere of an elegant Middle Ages in the city center on Churilovsky Lane, 19. If you believe the reviews, guests really like to take photos in the institution. The restaurant in Smolensk really attracts with its variety: 4 comfortable rooms, executed in the styles of Victorian England, the Middle Ages and Provence.
The literal translation of the name is "scallop", so this aquatic inhabitant was chosen as the institution symbol.
The total capacity of the restaurant is up to 100 seats, but in the summer it increases slightly due to the opening of the summer terrace. The staff is very attentive, always ready to help with the choice. For this, the waiters have all the necessary technical equipment: as a modern menu, they use a special program on the iPad.
It is worth noting the cuisine of St. Jacob. Here you can find the best dishes from Europe and France. The grill menu is grilled on charcoal, all dishes are seasoned with author's sauces, and desserts are prepared in their own pastry shop. The price level is from 1400 rubles per person.
The atmosphere is supported by light background music, which allows you to relax and completely immerse yourself in relaxation.
In the daytime there is a special menu with affordable lunch prices.
2. "Hagen"
The list of the best restaurants in Smolensk is continued by Hagen, a small German town with a German atmosphere and a private brewery.
The design of the restaurant stands out with exclusive decorative elements. Wooden inserts, bright paintings, comfortable sofas with soft pillows, iron lamps - all made according to an individual design project to emphasize the German style.
The restaurant building is divided into several thematic areas: a classic restaurant, a bar with a dance floor, a summer terrace, a VIP room, karaoke, a cigar room and a pub.
A beer brewing boiler is located directly in the hall, so guests can watch the entertaining process while sitting at the table. Live music performed by Smolensk stars will help you relax.
The restaurant menu in Smolensk offers the best classic German beer snacks, pizza, sushi and grilled dishes. The range will delight both lovers of European cuisine and fans of exotic dishes. The average bill is 1,500 rubles.
You can visit the German restaurant "Hagen" at the address: st. Nikolaev, 73.
1. Grand Hall
The winner of the rating of the best restaurants in Smolensk becomes the luxurious and calm Grand Hall, located in the entertainment complex "Chao Italy" at the address: st. Nikolaev, 30.
Classic dinners during the day, noisy parties at night - the restaurant at any time gathers a variety of people who have a great time here.
The predominant colors in the interior: calm cream, chocolate brown and classic wine. Separately, it should be said about soft sofas: once you sit on them, you no longer want to get up. The atmosphere of the classics is subtly emphasized by live music.
The restaurant menu seems to be created for gourmets and lovers of author's cuisine. In one evening you can make a real gastronomic journey around the world.
As befits a respectable restaurant, the average check in Grand Hall is slightly higher than in the other institutions presented above - from 2000 rubles. But both the quality of the kitchen and the high level of service correspond to this price tag.
On weekends, the restaurant hosts a show program, and popular local DJs play at the console.