🇰🇿 Almaty’s Secret Food Finds: Discovered on Foot

2.1.First standout: "JUZ" (Pics 1-13) Found this gem while wandering downtown, under 1km from the Kok Tobe cable car station—authentic Kazakh cuisine at its best 🥘. The menu has photos, so language barriers? No problem 📸. As a northern Chinese fan of fried dough, their complimentary baursak (Kazakh fried bread) was a joy: crispy exterior, pillowy inside, ideal with tea 🍞. 2.2.The lamb ribs, grilled meat dumplings, and pilaf were stellar. The meat was tender, juicy, with zero gamey bite (though we quietly craved a hint of that classic lamb zing) 🐑. The pilaf, mixed with dried apricots and raisins, balanced meaty richness with a light fruity sweetness—smart and satisfying 🍚. 2.3.Their signature horse meat platter (≈¥100) looked amazing, but way too much for two 🥩. The spicy beef soup? Surpringly like Qishan minced noodles, just a tad saltier—cozy and familiar 🌶️. Peek pics 12-13 for the restaurant card and our order—total yum! 2.4.Second spot: "INZHU" (Pics 14-18) On top of Kok Tobe Mountain, this Western eatery serves pizza, salads, pasta, coffee, wine 🍝. Prices are higher, but the location’s unbeatable—its outdoor terrace overlooks Almaty Tower, snowy peaks, and the entire city 🌆. 2.5.Save money: skip full meals and grab a coffee. Watching the sunset turn the sky into a watercolor of pink and gold while sipping? Worth every cent ☕🌇. One’s for local flavor, the other for views—both make Almaty’s food scene unforgettable. #KazakhEats #AlmatyHiddenGems #CityStrollFood #TravelTastes #AlmatyFoodie