Pilgrimage site · Samarkand
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An ancient shrine around a plane-shaded pool
Restaurant · Samarkand District
A garden restaurant south-east of the city: seating among trees and by the water, shashlik and Uzbek dishes, a big car park and a children's room; open until 1 am.
Chashma Garden is a garden restaurant in Nayman village, Samarkand District, about 6 km south-east of the Registan. Tables are set outdoors among trees and lawns, and regulars advise booking the waterside spots in advance. With a large car park and a children's room, it draws families as well as groups of colleagues and friends.
Shashlik and Uzbek dishes form the core of the menu. Reviewers praise the leafy setting and the service but find the prices above average. Cards are accepted, and there is Wi-Fi and a delivery service.
Information checked: October 2026. Prices and hours can change — call ahead before you go. We do not take bookings: contact the venue directly.
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