Araz Cafe - Azerbaijani cuisine, Sabail
Araz Cafe provides services in the Sabail district of Baku at Islam Safarli Street 1, offering authentic Azerbaijani cuisine. The cafe is open daily from 10:00 to 01:00, making it convenient for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a late night out. Guests can enjoy outdoor seating, and the place is suitable for groups and families with children. The menu includes coffee, desserts, wine and cocktails, with takeout also available. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC payments are accepted. With a rating of 4.7 based on 1298 reviews, Araz Cafe remains a popular choice. Call +994 12 492 48 46 to reserve a table.
- Baku, Sabail district, Islam Safarli Street, 1
- (+99450) 318-02-07
- (+99412) 492-48-46
- https://arazterrace.az/
- https://instagram.com/arazterrace
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Araz Cafe (Baku) is a downtown hospitality spot operating in the bustling pedestrian district near Nizami Street and Fountains Square. The restaurant features scenic open-air outdoor seating, indoor dining halls, and an extensive menu ranging from festive Shakh pilaf to clay-pot broths, grilled kebabs, and handcrafted Baku sweets.
History:
Founding and urban legacy: The cafe was founded in Baku's central plaza to offer visitors open-air refreshments and traditional dining, quickly becoming a fixture for local intellectuals, students, and tourists.
Renovation and adaptation: Over the years, the outdoor terrace was upgraded with modern comfort features, the interior spaces were updated to reflect urban heritage, and the kitchen expanded its international selections.
Team:
Culinary staff: Chefs skilled in traditional Baku gastronomy, iron-pan saj specialties, slow-simmered broths, skewered meats, and local pastries.
Service and floor staff: Front-line waitstaff and floor captains fluent in multiple languages, experienced in handling busy tourist crowds and private gatherings.
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Authentic Azerbaijani gastronomy: Festive Shakh plov, fisinjan plov, farm-chicken saj, stuffed grape leaves, dushbara dumpling soup, and handmade khingal.
Charcoal barbecue: Lamb chops, seasoned minced lula kebabs, marinated veal skewers, and roasted broiler chicken tabaka.
Pastries and tea service: Baku pakhlava, regional fruit preserves, ice cream varieties, and mountain herbal tea served in traditional armudu glasses.
Continental and vegetarian choices: Fresh salads, continental appetizers, soups, and a dedicated selection of meat-free vegetable platters.
Outdoor terrace dining: Shaded seating overlooking the fountains and walking avenues of central Baku.
Beverage program: House-made compotes, mint ayran, espresso coffees, fresh fruit juices, and mocktails.
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Seating footprint: Expansive outdoor dining veranda and indoor chambers capable of hosting hundreds of guests throughout the day.
Service amenities: High-speed wireless connectivity, contactless mobile payments, and terrace climate misting units for warm weather comfort.
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Cultural identity and standards: Preserving the hospitality legacy of downtown Baku, showcasing authentic culinary recipes to international visitors, and maintaining strict food safety practices.
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Seasonal programs: The venue regularly updates its summer terrace configurations, introduces seasonal dessert specials, and hosts holiday gatherings.
