Temple & church · Samarkand
Church of St John the Baptist
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Fast food · Samarkand
Oqtepa Lavash near University Boulevard serves lavash, tandoor lavash, pita doner, shawarma and burgers. Open 24 hours, with delivery.
On the official Oqtepa Lavash website this branch goes by the name Samarqand Bulvar. It stands on Orzu Mahmudov Street right beside KFC, about 600 m south-west of University Boulevard.
The menu is built around lavash wraps with beef or chicken (plain, with cheese or baked in a tandoor), plus pita doner, shawarma, a hamburger, a club sandwich and a cheese hot dog. According to the chain's menu, the Super Pita is sold only in Samarkand. In October 2026 a large lavash cost 37,000 som and a lavash meal deal 59,000. Wi-Fi is available.
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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