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Teahouse · Samarkand
Ikrom Choyxona
A well-known teahouse in western Samarkand where charcoal-grilled shashlik is the star, backed by salads and Uzbek staples. Open 24 hours.
Branch No. 1 of the Ikrom teahouse is on the west side of the city, about 5 km from the Registan, in the Orta Khojasoat neighbourhood. Locals know it for its shashlik: chunks of lamb, liver, minced kebab and a layered kebab nicknamed “napoleon”, ordered with salads, bread and other Uzbek dishes.
The dining room has a modern look, and in summer an open terrace is added. Being far from the tourist trail, it serves mostly local diners. It never closes.
Amenities
- Terrace
- Cards accepted
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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