Global City Highlight: Moscow

LOCAL FAVORITES: Patriarch’s Ponds Guide to where to eat in the city

Moscow is a city of contrasts, with its unique charms and many great places to discover. It’s a mixture of the past and the future, combining its bohemian metro stations and soviet Stalin-style buildings with modern Moscow City skyscrapers. Today, let’s take a tour to the most controversial and locals’ favorite neighborhood - Patriarch’s Ponds or simply known among locals as “Patriki”. Here, you will get lost and later found in one of the most expensive, gastronomic, and lavishing places in the entire city.

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Uilliam’s is one of the most popular restaurants in both the neighborhood and the city. It is mostly famous for its modest but astonishing food by an Italian chef, Luigi Magni. During the summertime, you can easily spot the place being surrounded by standing outside crowds with its signature Aperol Swing cocktails in their hands. Great place to grab a glass of prosecco or dine in after exploring the neighborhood.

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Avocado Queen. You can probably guess the main ingredient and the hero of this restaurant by its name. Avocado is the centerpiece of almost every dish here - you can find it in many delicious varieties with a tendency to the taste of Asia. My personal favorite is a baked avocado with scrambled eggs and truffles. Found and operated by one of the most famous Russian restaurateurs Arkady Novikov and Pinsky. The brand chef is an Australian Glen Ballis. A wonderful spot for a weekend brunch with your friends or a weekday dinner date.

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Pino Restaurant & Bar. Pino is a cozy and charming place with a busy atmosphere, international food, and a great selection of wine. An outstanding choice for a romantic dinner or delicious breakfast - try a gigantic syrnik (fried Russian quark pancake) or just enjoy their vast variety of breakfast food with delicious lattes.

P.S: The restaurant is quite busy, always make sure to book in advance.

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13th Restaurant. This is the last on the list, but not the least. With its beautiful and welcoming decor, the restaurant offers many delicious choices. To conclude your beautiful evening in Moscow, try the ‘Kitchen Garden’ dessert that will make you want to come back for more.

P.S: Suitable for vegetarians and vegans as well with their variety of vegetable dishes.

Patriarch's Ponds

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Although the neighborhood might seem crowded, loud, and overpriced, it is impossible not to get tempted by its unique ambiance. Once you get a taste of “Patriki”, you will always come back to enjoy a special atmosphere of modern Russia, still filled with the memory of the old days.