The 5 best restaurants in Baku
From grandmother-recipe dolma to national cuisine with modern plating — the five strongest addresses of the Baku table. We have eaten at every one, and chosen every one honestly.
Updated: · Editorial pick
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Qala Divari
4.8 ₼₼ 124 Kichik Qala St, Old City, Baku
Family-run Old City restaurant by the fortress wall serving tandir bread, saj and lamb with cherries.
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Shah Restaurant & Gallery
4.7 ₼₼ 25A Najafgulu Rafiyev St, Baku
Restaurant-gallery styled after Shah Ismail Khatai's era, with medieval-recipe dishes, shah plov and live folk music.
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Sahil Bar & Restaurant
4.6 ₼₼₼ Xaqani küçəsi 25
European food, good cocktails and weekend live music — a reliable meeting point in the centre.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best restaurant in Baku?
According to our editors, Firuzə takes first place. A basement classic by Fountains Square: Turkish and Azerbaijani cooking, generous portions, honest prices.
How was this list made?
The ranking draws on Google ratings, review volume, local popularity and our editors’ judgement; a spot on the list cannot be bought.
How often is the list updated?
Each five is re-checked quarterly; places that close or slip in quality are removed from the list.