Shared with Michaelangelo's Pizza, this spot finally got a sign on the door so people can see that it's there! Has a few parking spots, space inside is pretty big. Dark though and the fans cause the lights to seem like they're flickering.
Came on a Saturday at 1PM with a total of 6 people, and they ran out of noodles. I came here specifically to get the laghman so I didn't get anything, although I did try bites of others' food. Generally, food was lacking flavor - the nan (traditional Uzbek bread) was soft inside and had an almost crunchy bottom but didn't taste like much and didn't come with any dips. Tried a bite of the to'y (plov) and choyhona (also plov), lamb in to'y definitely needs more flavor although it was soft, didn't get any choyhona lamb but my friends said it was dry (it looked dry), they liked the char on it though. The rice felt oily and also didn't have much flavor although the chickpeas in the to'y was good. Friend found an eyelash in the choyhona on the egg. Portions were on the smaller side for sure although prices mostly reflected that at about $14 post-tax.
People in my group were definitely disappointed that there were no more noodles at what seems like a reasonable time to eat lunch. I probably won't be back - if not for the rest of the group, I would've just left without getting any food. I've gone to Osh a handful of times and they never ran out of noodles, I'll probably just continue...
Read moreThis was my first time having Uzbek cuisine before—the best way I could describe it was a combination between Middle Eastern and Indian food, with some East Asian elements here and there. That makes sense since Uzbekistan is right in the middle of the ancient trading routes from Europe to Asia.
The food was delicious, and the staff was super friendly. I started my meal with their kimchi, which was some of the tastiest I’ve had anywhere. My main dish was To'y Osh (Plov), which consisted of spiced lamb over rice mixed with raisins, chick peas, and carrots. I will definitely go back to try some of their other dishes next time I’m in the area.
The restaurant is combined with Michelangelo’s Pizza—they share a dining room and the counter for Uzbegim is sort of hidden up some stairs in the back. I wouldn’t go here for the atmosphere; it’s a plain brick room with simple tables and chairs, but it’s still a fine place to have a meal, otherwise you could get takeout. They also have a little deli counter with Uzbek...
Read moreFor a memorable halal dining experience in Nashville, Uzbegim is a must-visit. Tucked away inside Michelangelo Pizza downtown, this eatery serves some of the best traditional dishes I've tasted.
During our visit, we enjoyed the traditional pilaf, tandoori samosas, nan, and rice and beef soup. The pilaf was full of flavor, with tender, perfectly cooked meat. The tandoori samosas had a soft exterior and a rich filling.The rice and beef soup was hearty and soothing, a dish that warms you from the inside out.
Yes, the wait was a bit longer than expected, but it was worth it for the quality and freshness of the food. The care that goes into each dish is clear from the first bite, making the wait worthwhile.
Located inside a pizza shop, Uzbegim Halal restaurant feels like a well-kept secret. The atmosphere is unique, and it's a spot you'll want to revisit. If you're looking for authentic, flavorful halal food in Nashville, this place is a hidden treasure. I can't...
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