Veranda — Restaurant in Ulaanbaatar

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"Veranda" is tucked away on a small street, so you’ll need to keep an eye out for it. The entrance might seem modest, but once you head upstairs, you'll find that the restaurant is actually quite spacious. The interior has a strong European vibe, perfectly fitting its Mediterranean theme. As you walk in, you'll see a display of dry-aged beef, wine cabinets, elegant wall decor, and unique green chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. There's also an outdoor terrace where you can enjoy the surrounding views. Now that the weather is getting colder, the staff closes the terrace doors at night to keep the indoor space cozy, and they even provide blankets to keep guests warm—such a thoughtful touch.

You can browse the menu by scanning a QR code, which links to their online menu. The prices are reasonable, and there’s a wide variety of options. The steak came highly recommended by a friend, so we ordered the boneless ribeye and dry-aged T-bone with fried vegetables (already sliced for easy sharing). The meat was tender, and the medium doneness was just right—not too rare. It was definitely worth it! We also ordered the truffle parmesan French fries as a side, and they were perfect—not too soft or too crispy, and the dipping sauce made them irresistible.

I highly recommend Veranda if you're in Mongolia and craving European or Italian food. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxed dinner with...

First: the food, or at least the pizze were not too bad for being in UB. Ingredients were ok, we had a capricciosa and I forgot to take a picture of prosciutto e rucola. Mozzarella and tomato sauce were not great, but the rest of the toppings were actually quite nice. The rocket (rucola) was not rocket, was another type of curly salad but was really not bitter as rocket should be. The dough was well cooked and actually not too bad for Asia.

Second: service was embarrassingly bad. We arrived, and a young waiter asked us if we had reservation. We didn’t. He looked (not really) at the book and said, sorry fully booked. We could see there was half a room empty so we pushed to have a table for two people. The room, stayed empty for the whole hour and a half we stayed there… when we left there were still 4 tables empty. This was between 7.30pm and 9pm on a Sunday night. Just after us, a big table arrived. This was a mix of Americans and Asians, clearly with money. They served them before us, despite our order was already in. We had to ask twice for our beers, as no drinks were brought after the orders. The pizze arrived 10 mins apart, so we shared the first one, and then the second one, rather than enjoying our pizzas together.

This place would benefit from an experienced room manager.

Interiors are cute, but somehow spoiled by the...

Having a Wonderful late Lunch at Veranda (Mediterranean Restaurant)

Today, I had the pleasure of enjoying a delightful meal at Veranda, a cozy and charming spot that offers exceptional service standards and a warm atmosphere.

Let me share a few highly recommended dishes from my experience:

🍽️ Mushroom Truffle Risotto – A creamy, rich delight with the perfect aroma of truffles. A must-try for truffle lovers! 🍵 Turmeric Tea – A unique, slightly sour blend that complements the meal beautifully. 🥗 Healthy Bowl (Salad) – Fresh, vibrant, and full of goodness. 🍗 Moroccan Chicken Tagine (Slow-cooked) – Aromatic, tender, and full of flavor—an absolute highlight. 🍰 Piccolo Dolci (Dessert) – Paired with an espresso, it was the perfect sweet ending to the meal.

A big thank you to the kitchen team for the delicious food and to the service staff for their warm and attentive hospitality. Veranda truly made my day...