Among all the metropolitan restaurants, those located almost in the very heart of Moscow are especially popular. And to find there an institution with reasonable prices is very difficult. The “Kish-Mish” teahouse, positioned as a restaurant, pleasantly surprised both residents of the capital and guests. Today the institution is closed. And many are wondering why this happened, because the teahouse was popular and loved by many.
Location
Kish-Mish was located in the Central Administrative District of Moscow, on the Arbat. The place was chosen quite well, because here the patency of people is rather big. Therefore, it is not entirely clear why the institution was closed, however, the owners had their own reasons.
A quite good location was chosen on Arbat, since there were no similar restaurants nearby. So, there was almost no competition. The parking at the restaurant is not too big, but it was quite suitable for everyone who came for a meal in their car. Those who traveled on their own liked the convenient location - close to two metro stations: Arbatskaya and Smolenskaya.
Kitchen
Kish-Mish Restaurant (Moscow) specialized in oriental cuisine. At the same time, the main emphasis was on Uzbek dishes, of which there were many in the assortment. All cooks are masters of their craft. They cooked exclusively according to company recipes. Veal shish kebab was in great demand among visitors, as it was cooked the way it would have been cooked somewhere in the Caucasus.
In addition, samsa with feta cheese was even loved by those who had never before imagined such a dish. It is worth noting that many visited the Kish-Mish teahouse for tea. His species were many. Each, even the most demanding visitor, could find for himself that unique taste that he wanted to return to again and again.
Facility Features
Kish-Mish is a restaurant that does not work today. He possessed several “chips” at once, unusual for other teahouses.
- Firstly, there was takeaway food. A rare institution of this type provides its visitors with such a service.
- Secondly, visitors enjoyed the buffet. As a rule, a teahouse does not have this option. Kish-Mish, on the other hand, tried to meet its visitors, providing the opportunity to order a banquet with a buffet to make guests feel comfortable and at ease.
- Thirdly, which is rare for metropolitan institutions, there were no Wi-Fi access points. The warm homely atmosphere of the teahouse implied real communication. Why get distracted by the excellent cuisine and interlocutors by browsing the Internet on your mobile or tablet?
- Fourth, visitors highly appreciated the hookah. Oriental culture means relaxation and rest. Smoking flavored tobacco through a hookah for excellent dishes helps to fully relax. And in the restaurant "Kish-Mish" provided such an opportunity.
- The fifth that delighted visitors was an extensive wine list. Well, what Oriental cuisine does without fine wine? Not a cheap "swill", namely the "drink of the gods."
For all this, the teahouse was greatly appreciated by regular visitors.
Interior and atmosphere
The restaurant was aged in a rather peculiar style: wooden tables and chairs, small sofas covered with quilted blankets, not too bright light (rather soft, relaxing), soft music with an oriental slant. The staff is unobtrusive, but helpful and welcoming. The atmosphere reigned at home, visitors themselves involuntarily tried to speak in an undertone so as not to disturb the comfort of others. Many noted that ideal romantic dates were held here - nothing distracts one from another.
Visitors reviews
Initially, when the Kish-Mish teahouse (Moscow) opened, there was no end to people. All spoke about her only in a positive way, passing on to friends the address. Over time, the opinions of visitors began to change. Some began to note not too conscientious work of the staff, others - the shortcomings of the kitchen, others - the work of the restaurant as a whole. For example, one of the visitors noted that in a shurpa (oriental soup) he came across a shard of glass. For a restaurant this is unacceptable.
Why closed
Many regulars are still interested in this issue. Some put forward theories that the restaurant was tortured by inspections by various authorities and, as a result, the restaurant was closed. Others believe that the owners decided to change their activities, abandoning their offspring in favor of another matter. There are those who considered the business unprofitable (taxes and rent tortured).
In general, all these theories have the right to life. How many people - there are so many opinions about this or that institution. When the restaurant was working, there were always a lot of visitors in it - this is a fact. Some came back again and again because of the amazing cuisine, others because of the atmosphere. Therefore, it is possible that the owners lost their money by refusing to continue the work of the Kish-Mish teahouse in the capital. This place was really popular and interesting.