Azerbaijan is a popular destination for gastronomy and food lovers. Azerbaijani cuisine combines Persian, Eastern European and Middle Eastern flavors. Typical dishes include pilafs, tandoor-baked flatbreads and stews
Shirvanshah Museum Restaurant combines Azerbaijani cuisine with historical exhibits. Araz Cafe, established in 1953, serves traditional Azerbaijani cuisine. Çay Bağı 145 offers views of Maiden Tower and traditional breakfast. Art Club combines restaurant and gallery in 18th-century townhouse
Restaurant offers modern interpretation of traditional Azerbaijani cuisine. Located near panoramic views of Shahdag Mountains and valley. Features captivating art decorating the inviting atmosphere. Provides home-style cooking experience. Open daily from 12:00 to 22:30, except Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00 to 02:00
Pomidor-Yumurta is Azerbaijani version of Shakshuka. Simple breakfast dish with tomatoes and lightly scrambled eggs. Perfect for adventurous and picky eaters
Plov is a rice-based dish with various fillings, often served with saffron-infused rice. Shah plov features fried dough crust and can remain warm for hours. Dolma is stuffed grape leaves filled with meat and vegetables. Saj ichi is lamb barbecue cooked in copper pots with vegetables. Piti is slow-cooked lamb and chickpea soup with chestnuts
Armenian pomegranate is indigenous to Armenian Highlands with crown-like head. Granada Mollar de Elche is Spanish variety from Alicante province. Kandahar pomegranate from Afghanistan known for juiciness and ruby-red arils. Al-Baha pomegranate from Saudi Arabia ranges from apple to grapefruit size