22 x The Best Local Restaurants in Chisinau

Discover the best local restaurants in Chisinau. Whether you’re looking for traditional Moldovan dishes or international cuisine, the city has something for every taste. Enjoy plant-based dishes at Vegan Phi Restaurant or have an authentic Moldovan meal at Gagauz Cricima. Explore these gems and many more, all handpicked by our Spotters, and taste the culinary flavors of Chisinau.

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22 x Best Local Restaurants in Chisinau

Myata Café & Bar

Best hookah in the center

"Myata Café & Bar" in Chisinau is a great café that's ideal for lunch, breakfast or just a good old hookah. I can even recommend the piña colada!

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Nicoleta

Seretinean

Dec 2, 2025

Eli-Pili

Hookah and smoker friendly

"Eli-Pili" in Chisinau is a nice local with good service and excellent food (the pelimeni!). Here you can try Moldovan, Ukrainian & Russian food in a loft!

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Nicoleta

Seretinean

Dec 2, 2025

Crosta

A breakfast with freshly baked bread

"Crosta" in Chisinau is the best manifestation of the new craft bakery trend that's appeared in the city yet. I love coming here for breakfast...

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Igor

Socolov

Dec 2, 2025

Gallo Pub

Amazing pizza

"Gallo Pub" in Chisinau is my favorite place for pizza and beer. I like their special Gallo pizza. This place is also well known for watching sports...

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Nicoleta

Seretinean

Dec 2, 2025

Mall Dova

Best shopping place

"Mall Dova" in Chisinau is the biggest shopping center in Moldova. I love coming here to bowl, watch a movie or enjoy grilled wings with sweet sauce!

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Nicoleta

Seretinean

Dec 2, 2025

Park Cafe

Turkish food

"Park Cafe" in Chisinau is for you if you are a fan of traditional Turkish food! The owner is Turkish, and I love their kunefe and baklava...

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Nicoleta

Seretinean

Dec 2, 2025

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