If you like grilled food try Shokhrukh shashlik restaurant which is fairly close to Registan square Samarkand, fresh food, not a fancy restaurant but food is great.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Uzbekistan and I must say it was a truly wonderful experience! For anyone who has not been yet I would highly recommend adding it to your travel list. The blend of rich Islamic heritage, stunning architecture, and warm hospitality makes it a destination worth exploring.

If you find yourself in Bukhara, I highly recommend a visit to the family run Donut and Coffee for refreshments hands down the best doughnuts I had, and the family was incredibly welcoming.  

Over in the Fergana Valley, in Kokand city, Chaikhana Bahor is a very affordable teahouse that serves amazing Manti (Dumplings). In Fergana City, Ikrom Grand Café offers delicious Lagman (noodle soup) and is a reasonably priced, family-friendly spot.

In Samarkand, Bibikhanum Teahouse had an amazing experience trying traditional Uzbek food and light snacks. Alternatively, Platan offers a slightly upscale but affordable dining experience with a great fusion of Uzbek and European dishes.

And finally, in Khiva, highlight of the whole trip for me was the Shivit Oshi (green dill noodles) at Bir Gumbaz a truly unique and tasty dish in a beautiful setting.