Auyl
A New Nomad restaurant in the Medeu Valley, housed in a converted Soviet-era domed structure and featured in the 50 Best Discovery.
Located in the Medeu area, this restaurant is housed in a Soviet modernist "yurt" structure relocated from Aktau, designed around an open kitchen. It was featured in the 50 Best Discovery in 2024 and named one of the world's most beautiful restaurants by the Prix Versailles. Chef Ruslan Zakirov cooks using open fire, cauldrons, grills, and tandoor ovens, incorporating modern techniques like fermentation. Signatures include beshbarmak with smoked horse brisket and Dungan noodles with quail. Average spend is around USD 30–50. It is recommended to book in advance and arrive before sunset to enjoy the views. It is about a 30-minute drive from the city center, accessible by Bus 12 or taxi.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 12:00–24:00, Sat–Sun from around 11:00 (subject to the official website)
Nearby sights
- Medeu
- Shymbulak
- Kok Zhailau
- Kok Tobe
- Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
- Big Almaty Lake
- Central Park of Culture and Leisure (Gorky Park)
- Republic Square & Independence Monument