Where to Find Authentic Asian Cuisine in Moscow
Taste Asia: from Vietnam to Japan
Muscovites love Asian food. Many choose ramen or tom yum for lunch, or order palak paneer, sushi, or pho bo for delivery. The city offers countless cafés and restaurants serving dishes from across Asia — from India and Vietnam to South Korea and beyond. Here’s where to go if you’re craving authentic flavours from the East.
Vietnamese Cuisine
Generous portions, noodles, vinegar, coriander, and a warm welcome — there aren’t that many Vietnamese restaurants in Moscow, but each one stands out for its hospitality and reasonable prices.
Lao Lee
This place is spacious, bright, and ideal for meeting friends and sharing appetisers. The menu features Vietnam’s classics — pho bo, nems, noodles, and rice — along with seasonal drinks and exotic fruit shakes.
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VietCafe
Cosy and quiet, the VietCafe chain is perfect for an unhurried dinner. Friendly waiters greet you and offer an extensive menu. Don’t miss the chef’s duck and the sizzling noodle dishes served straight from the pan.
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Chinese Cuisine
Aromatic noodles, tender dim sum, spicy broths, and plenty of rice — even though Moscow is far from China, its culinary traditions are well represented here.
Wu Shu
A welcoming dumpling bar serving traditional Chinese dumplings and dim sum, alongside a tea list, creative signature cocktails, and other drinks. Perfect for discovering authentic, vibrant flavours in a warm and relaxing setting.
Address: Trubnaya Street, 23к2
Chuanyu
A spacious restaurant with several differently themed rooms and an extensive menu — from smashed cucumbers to candied fruit. The highlight here is hot pot: a bubbling broth served with fresh ingredients for you to cook right at the table.
Address: Michurinsky Avenue, 7к1
For something simpler, head to Chiho, a lively chain with neon signs, themed videos, and Chinese street food. J.Z. Peking Duck is famous for its roast duck, while Kitayskaya Gramota offers creative interpretations of classic dishes in an elegant setting.
Korean Cuisine
K-pop has conquered the world — and Moscow is no exception. The city now boasts dozens of Korean street-food cafés and restaurants that focus on authentic South Korean cuisine.
Kook
A stylish Korean bistro known for its photogenic dishes — a hit on social media. The focus here is on street food, from crispy snacks to hearty bowls.
Address: Petrovskiy Boulevard, 15с1
Dom Kuksu
A quiet corner of South Korea in southern Moscow, where you can slowly savour the country’s famous kuksu noodle soup and other national cuisine.
Address: Simferopolsky Boulevard, 22к3с2
For more Korean flavours, try Chicko, known for its vibrant atmosphere and constant queues, or Soul Seoul, which serves favourites like kimchi and ramen. Tokpokki and Hite are good for grilled dishes, while Kimchi features modern interpretations, and White Crane highlights traditional recipes.
Thai Cuisine
Spicy, fragrant, rich in coconut milk and mango, Thai cuisine offers a symphony of sweet, sour, and savoury flavours. There aren’t many dedicated Thai restaurants in Moscow, but the ones that exist are well worth discovering.
Black Thai
A stunning, spacious restaurant in the city centre — ideal for a business lunch or a romantic dinner. Inside, black-and-red interiors set the mood, while the menu blends modern Thai cuisine with inventive cocktails. Don’t miss the royal Thai brunches on Sundays.
Address: Kutuzovsky Avenue, 2/1к1А
Neon Monkey
A basement bar glowing with neon lights and pulsing with the energy of a Bangkok night. Beyond the unique atmosphere and Thai street food, discover vibrant, tropical-themed cocktails served in everything from highballs to whimsical monkey mugs.
Address: Bolshaya Dmitrovka Street, 32с2
Japanese Restaurants
From ramen to sushi, Moscow has no shortage of Japanese delights — including both street food and contemporary takes on classics. One format to look out for is the izakaya, a bar where you can enjoy sake (or something stronger) along with hearty food.
KU: Izakaya Ramen
Part restaurant, part bar — a place for both traditional Japanese dishes and an after-work drink. Expect perfectly cooked noodles and rich ramen, as well as a well-curated drinks list.
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Coba
This sushi-bistro introduces diners to modern Japanese cuisine. The menu includes hand rolls, seafood appetisers, rice dishes, and, of course, sushi — all given a creative twist.
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Other excellent spots for Japanese food include the Tokyo Ramen, Oishii, and Ra’Men chains, ideal for lunch with friends. Lucky Izakaya and Tabi Izakaya are perfect for evening gatherings. For dessert lovers, Fluffy Fluffy serves Japanese soufflé pancakes with a variety of fillings — a delightful treat for breakfast or brunch.
