Cafes in Minsk

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Food industry in Minsk develops really fast. Cafes and restaurants of all kinds appear one after another. What is wonderful, we don't have most of fast food places you are used to see in other spots of the world: you won't find any ...Open the full description

Food industry in Minsk develops really fast. Cafes and restaurants of all kinds appear one after another. What is wonderful, we don't have most of fast food places you are used to see in other spots of the world: you won't find any Subway or Starbucks, so you shall find an alternative among tens of places you can choose from, and we will try to help you to choose wisely.

Zerno (Зерно)

Coffee made with love

Zerno (Зерно)

9

Run by genuine coffee (and yoga) lovers, this beautiful corner café attracts many different types of people with its tasty coffee, tea and great desserts. With excellent music, cosy sofas and pleasant breezy interiors, you can sit here and relax all day long. Somehow this place differs from other coffee houses in Minsk. Read more ›

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Cherdak Bar

Attic for drinkers

Cherdak Bar

7

Cherdak's English translation is "Attic" – so, here it is – an attic serving great food and drinks right in the historical centre of the city. It's open all night for you to enjoy amazingly priced cocktails in jars and pannikins. Watch out smokers, it's smoke-free! Read more ›

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Kirill

€5/h

Julia

€12/h

Dzmitry

€5/h

Ilya

€12/h

Lido (Лідо)

Budget Belarusian restaurant

Lido (Лідо)

6

Located in the city centre, Lido provides visitors with a variety of healthy and tasty meals. As it's self-service, you select your meal from a range of pre-prepared dishes instead of ordering from a menu. This also means that you get your food quicker! Read more ›

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Centralny Store

Ugly truth

Centralny Store

5

First to say, it's as local as it may ever get. It may not be fancy or pretty, but if you want to see the truth - here it is, right behind the big glass windows. You may either hate it or love it, but it's the soul of the city - and you can't stay ignorant to the bar on the first floor. Read more ›

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Zakon Booterbroda (Закон Бутерброда)

Restaurant & calm nightlife spot

Zakon Booterbroda (Закон Бутерброда)

5

This place attracts people who want to stay up all night with friends in an unobtrusive atmosphere where conversation isn’t disturbed by loud music. It’s also a fine place to dine during the day. Tasty shots included! Read more ›

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ENZO

Steaks & burgers of city M

ENZO

4

One of people's favorite streets of the city holds one of people's favorite burger, steaks & wine places! Two floors of great staff, food and music in a loft-style historical building. It has it's undeniable and unexplainable charm nobody can deny. Read more ›

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Beetlejuice cafe

Retro delight

Beetlejuice cafe

4

With all the burger joints, sushi places or chic restaurants here, sometimes we miss simplicity. This place doesn't require anything special from you: it just exists, serving great food and drinks. It also has a rare gem in our area - vegetarian options in the menu. Read more ›

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Manufaktura

Coffee manufacturers

Manufaktura

3

The first time I came here I was astonished by the diversity of the customers. Not only were there the usual coffee snobs and freelancers, but many older neighbourhood locals too. I thought to myself “this must be a sign that it’s really good”. And it was! Read more ›

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My English Granny

Cosy Victorian era café

My English Granny

3

Not long after My English Granny first opened, it became known amongst locals as one of the cosiest and most soulful cafés in the city. It’s a lovely place for a sophisticated five o'clock cup of tea with friends, family and soul mates. Splendid! Read more ›

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Lakomka

Do you like sweets?

Lakomka

3

When you get hungry after pottering about in the nearby bookstore or perusing paintings at the gallery, you can pop into this confectionery store to reward your cultural efforts. Here you'll find sweets, cookies, marshmallows and – my personal favourite – fruit jellies. Read more ›

by Veranika

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Pinky Bandinsky

A bar worth exploration

Pinky Bandinsky

2

The place is popular for its central location and unique atmosphere in it: a mix of different styles will catch your attention at once. You will notice the 6-meter walls and a huge bar shelving. Every piece of furniture is either an antiquity brought from Europe or was specially ordered for this bar, that's why they are so varied. Read more ›

by Berenice

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Huligan Bar

Let the good times roll

Huligan Bar

2

To tell you the truth, what happens at Huligan Bar stays at Huligan Bar. Here, on Friday and Saturday nights, it's party time. The music is perfect for dancing, though Saturday is more about rock 'n' roll. On other days they have film screenings, concerts by local bands and even table football tournaments – it's impossible to get bored here! Read more ›

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Stolle (Штолле)

Delicious pie bakery

Stolle (Штолле)

2

Here you can sample an enormous variety of pies – there are meat pies (kulebyaka), chicken pies, fish pies, pies filled with berries, chocolate pies... The list is endless. They're all incredibly delicious and beautifully presented. Stolle has several locations in Minsk so remember this name for when your next pastry craving hits. Read more ›

by Veranika

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Buvette

Delicious French bakery

Buvette

2

If you're walking around the Old Town and you begin to feel hungry, or if you just want to find a calm place to look through your photos, then Buvette is the place for you. Here you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with a slice of cake or a sandwich. Read more ›

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Cafe Salodki Falvarak (Салодкi фальварак)

Tea, coffee & delicious cakes

Cafe Salodki Falvarak (Салодкi фальварак)

2

The word "Salodki" means "sweet" in Belarusian, while "Falvarak" stands for small estates that were owned by Belarusian noblemen in the 18th and 19th centuries. Each estate had its own farm, a house for the landlord and an abundance of peasants. Read more ›

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ежа/бар ДЭПО (Depo)

Pancakes for everyone!

ежа/бар ДЭПО (Depo)

1

Recently opened on the most trendy street in town, Depo is a place with friendly atmosphere and astonishing variety of pancakes on every taste on a reasonable price. The most valuable quality here is an overall vibe of the "hipsters' ghetto". Read more ›

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Kalyannaya №1 (Кальянная №1)

Minsk's best hookah bar

Kalyannaya №1 (Кальянная №1)

1

Personally, I'm not a fan of cigarettes and smoking, though I can't resist when my friends ask me to join them for a hookah. If you're looking for a hookah bar in Minsk, this one is definitely the best. Read more ›

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Ў Bar

Cosy wine bar

Ў Bar

1

Ў Bar is one of the nicest bars in town. It greets visitors with its light and airy Scandinavian-style interiors, warm company and delicious appetiser menu. The drink card consists of wine and whiskey – no vodka or cocktails allowed. A non-formal atmosphere is guaranteed! Read more ›

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Shokoladnica (Шоколадница)

Chocolate dream

Shokoladnica (Шоколадница)

1

Chocolate and vanilla scented, a surprisingly enormous choice of cakes and ice creams, good coffee and cosy sofas – you won't be able to leave this place with room still in your stomach! Personally I cannot leave this place without trying at least three cakes... Read more ›

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Frola-la

Frozen yoghurt heaven

Frola-la

1

Not so long ago Frola-la – Minsk's first frozen yoghurt café opened (yes, we're a little bit slow with trends sometimes). It's a nice place with friendly staff and, of course, tasty treats. Read more ›

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Coffee House (Кофейня)

Special coffee in a special atmosphere

Coffee House (Кофейня)

1

Legend has it that some Iranians wanted to buy the recipe for Bedouin coffee from the owner of this place for €3000, but the old man wouldn't sell. On the walls and shelves there are souvenirs from almost every country and era given to the owner by loyal customers. Read more ›

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Art Cafe Chaplin

Cinema & meals

Art Cafe Chaplin

1

Everyone likes to grab a snack and sit down in front of a screen to watch a film, right? At Chaplin you can order tasty meals, relax and watch films (and football) in Full HD, complete with Dolby Surround sound! Read more ›

by Veranika

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Lisia Nara (Лісья нара)

Amazing pub

Lisia Nara (Лісья нара)

1

The location of this place is wonderful – it's situated by a lake and a park far from the noise of busy traffic. The interiors resemble the house of a hunter. The food is good, as is the beer, though the unique thing about Lisia Nara is its range of events. From time to time they host Irish dancing and bardic music evenings amongst others. Read more ›

by Veranika

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Spoons (Ложки)

Quirky coffee house

Spoons (Ложки)

1

This is my favourite coffee shop in Minsk. It's like stepping into Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland: there are small dark glass tables, vintage chairs and colourful patterned linen lamps. The music is tasteful (jazz, indie, ethnic, alternative...) and changes depending on the mood of the owners. Read more ›

by Veranika

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Cantina Mexicana

Burritos in Belarussian style

Cantina Mexicana

0

"Cantina Mexicana" is a place where you can taste famous Mexican dishes such as fajitos, burritos, quesadillas (with meat or poultry). Apart from food they have many alcoholic beverages to offer. The eatery offers a wonderful view of River Svislotch. The dishes will be as spicy as you wish. Read more ›

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Olivo

Classical Italian cuisine

Olivo

0

"Olivo" is situated on the famous and beautiful Nesavisimosti Avenue, so visitors enjoy a good view. The cafe offers a wide selection of Italian dishes, as well as lunch menu and Belarusian cuisine. You can sit both outside and inside. Read more ›

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Svoi

Belarusian food right in the city centre

Svoi

0

The cafe is known for its central location, right on the busy Nezvisimosty Avenue, close to other places of interest. It is famous for its cozy atmosphere, interiors with traditional motifs and a wide selection of local dishes and beverages. Read more ›

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CoffeeBerry

A spot to stop by

CoffeeBerry

0

This CoffeeBerry is situated close to metro and just a step away from a famous bar street Zybitskaya. It is very convinient to stop by for a cup of tea/coffee/cocao/milkshake/smoothie on your way to explore the Upper Town. Read more ›

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Kafe "Verhni Gorad"

Great panorama and traditional food

Kafe "Verhni Gorad"

0

The cafe is situated in the very heart of the city, being located on a hill it gives a great view over the River Svislotch and the Trinity Suburb. The menu is chiefly traditional local dishes done the modern way. Read more ›

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BRIOCHE Paris

Tiny cute and so French bakery

BRIOCHE Paris

0

In Brioche you can try French pastry and bread, as well as have a cup of coffee or tea. The place itself is small but cosy and is filled with decorations in Provence style. A murmurring French radiostation makes you feel in Paris while overlooking the Tear Island on the River Svislotch. Read more ›

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Grand Café

Grand Cafe

Grand Café

0

Service and food are excellent, atmosphere is unique, waiter speaks perfect English, there is a smoking and non smoking area. Very delicious food (oysters always fresh and tasty ). This place has very friendly and nice atmosphere. And waiters are unbelievable cool. They will do everything for leaving you with good memories. Read more ›

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Family Club

Relaxation in the park

Family Club

0

Right in the middle of possibly the most popular and well known park in the city there's a calm corner of light, colour and tasty food. It’s filled with kids of all ages from babies to toddlers to teens. It's a great place for those who are tired of Gorky park's bustle and want to have a little rest. Read more ›

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Spletni (Сплетни)

Homely bar

Spletni (Сплетни)

0

The staff and owners at Spletni are one big happy family and they do everything to make you feel at home. They also understand your taste – if you don't like it here, they'll suggest another place and even book a table there for you. Read more ›

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ID Bar

Identify yourself!

ID Bar

0

Situated just two steps from Victory Square (Ploscha Pobedy), ID Bar not only attracts guests with its various alcoholic beverages, but also with its quirky design. The concept of this place is personal identification in all manner of forms, posing the ultimate question of "Who are you?" Read more ›

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London (Лондон)

Warm & quite central café

London (Лондон)

0

If you're tired of walking around in the city centre or if the noise has become annoying and you want to hide – just visit this café, order a coffee, grab a book from the shelf and enjoy the calm atmosphere! Read more ›

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Cafe Shanghai

Simple & authentic Chinese café

Cafe Shanghai

0

While it's very simple, this café boasts a decent selection of soups and main courses. The awesome cook is Chinese and he makes truly delicious food. The prices are very reasonable. Read more ›

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Freski Café (Фрэскi)

Italian pizzeria

Freski Café (Фрэскi)

0

Freski Café is a little piece of Italy right in the heart of Minsk. It has stylish Mediterranean interiors with repaired walls from the 19th century. Read more ›

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