Novosibirsk Food Guide | From Chinese Spicy to Georgian BBQ 🇷🇺🍽
📍 Why These Spots? From authentic Chinese flavors to Georgian cheese bread and Xinjiang-style noodles, Novosibirsk offers surprisingly diverse eats—no tourist traps, just local-approved gems. 🍽️ Must-Try Restaurants & Snacks 1️⃣ Chinese Restaurant: DAO 🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍 Search "DAO" on maps | ~₽1500/person ✔ Order These: Braised chicken feet (fall-off-the-bone tender) Pork knuckle (soy-braised, gelatinous) Lamb ribs (crispy exterior, juicy inside) Spicy beef tripe (numbing Sichuan-style) 🚫 Skip: Some stir-fries are oversalted—ask for recommendations. 2️⃣ Georgian Cuisine & Шашлыкофф (Shashlykoff) 🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍 Aura Mall (4F) / Auchan (1F) | ~₽1200/person ✔ Must-Eat: Khachapuri (cheese-stuffed bread, stretchy and rich) Mixed meat platter (juicy shashlik skewers) ✔ Shashlykoff: A chain with quality grilled meats and sauces. 3️⃣ Snack Attack 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ✔ Bar Street Sandwich: Unexpectedly delicious—crusty bread, hearty fillings. ✔ McDonald’s/Fix Price Fries: Potato-forward, perfectly crispy. ✔ Xinjiang Spicy Noodles (Wang Xiao Jiang): Fiery, chewy noodles, addictive sauce. ✔ Local Cakes: Friends loved them; I found them average (try a slice). 4️⃣ Korean BBQ & Sushi 🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍 Chingu (Korean) | ~₽1800/person ✔ Dolsot Bibimbap: Crispy rice crust, spicy gochujang. ✔ Grilled Meats: Pork belly and short ribs are winners. 📍 Sushi Days: Fresh rolls (Роллы), creative combos. 5️⃣ Bars & Drinks 🌟🌟🌟✨ ✔ Lavender Mojito: Floral, refreshing, lightly boozy. ✔ Cherry 8+1 Cocktail: Fruity and fun, great for girls’ night. 6️⃣ Zoo Bonus 🐧 📍 Novosibirsk Zoo: Penguins are adorable, perfect for photos! 💡 Pro Tips ✔ DAO: Book ahead—it’s packed at dinner. ✔ Georgian Khachapuri: Eat it hot for maximum cheese pulls. ✔ Xinjiang Noodles: Adjust spice level (start with medium). ✔ Chingu Lunch Sets: Better value than à la carte. #NovosibirskEats #RussianFood #XinjiangNoodles #KhachapuriLove