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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Salat
Family restaurant
"Salat" is a family restaurant in Chisinau. Most of the time, I come here for lunch. They have bistro tables & a nice big buffet, and so are pretty cheap!
by
Nicoleta
Seretinean
Boulevard Cafe
Good and fast food
"Boulevard Cafe" in Chisinau is a nice cafe to have lunch at when it's raining, or enjoy a cup of natural tea. It's so cheap, too!
by
Nicoleta
Seretinean
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!
by
Nicoleta
Seretinean
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!
by
Nicoleta
Seretinean
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...
by
Igor
Socolov
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...
by
Nicoleta
Seretinean
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