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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Raw Cafe
Vegan market & cafe
"Raw Cafe" is probably Chisinau's only raw vegan cafe. They have amazing desserts - my favorite one is made with peanuts and dried figs!
By
Mihai
Avram
Belgian Mussels
Casual seafood place
"Belgian Mussels" in Chisinau is all about seafood and mussels, and their specialty is the boiled mussels. It's ideal for a casual dinner with friends!
By
Mihai
Avram
Pegas Restaurant
Comfort food
"Pegas Restaurant" in Chisinau is a chain of restaurants. Their chicken soup is famous, but I recommend the shakshouka...
By
Mihai
Avram
Sincer - Gastro Market
Cafe & market
"Sincer - Gastro Market" in Chisinau means 'honest' - it's a great place to enjoy tea, coffee or juice & I love their brunch. Try the chicken with peach!
By
Mihai
Avram
Il Forno
Best pizza in town
"Il Forno" makes the best pizza in Chișinău and I can attest to that. It embodies well the special relationship between our countries...
By
Mihai
Avram
Vegan Phi Restaurant
Vegan paradise in Chișinău
"Vegan Phi Restaurant" in Chisinau is a vegan restaurant with amazing main dishes, even if you're not vegan! Try the cauliflower steak...
By
Mihai
Avram
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