All Reviews
Daniel Radomyshelsky
a month agoBest Plov/Pilov I’ve tried. Very clean for a Friday night at this eatery. — at Grant Avenue Plaza.
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a month agoYesterday, my husband and I made a second trip to Marakanda, an Uzbek restaurant in Northeast Philly. I dearly wish this restaurant was in our neighborhood! Our server was patient, helpful and gracious in explaining menu items. The portions were good and the prices reasonable. We ordered dumplings (Manti) which arrived in a group of 5. The dumplings were good with and without the sour cream sauce. One order of dumplings was practically enough for a whole meal. We also ordered Plov which is a dish of beef, peppers and onions over a bed of lightly seasoned rice. The grilled lamb chops came with 2 chops and pickled onions. We also ordered grilled, skewered tomatoes to accompany it along with a round bread. The lamb was perfectly grilled. There were many other meats in the refrigerated glass case waiting to be grilled. You can take a look at these before ordering. If you like eggplant, don't miss the eggplant salad which was perfection — the lightly fried pieces having a slightly crisp exterior and a creamy interior. Needless to say, we highly recommend Marakanda.
Maria Macker
2 months agoMarakanda Restaurant is the definition of real, authentic food. The quality is outstanding, the meat is fresh, tender, and perfectly juicy, cooked to perfection and generously served. The atmosphere is just as impressive: clean, pleasant, and welcoming, with traditional music playing softly in the background, creating a calm experience without noise. I’m Brazilian and my husband is American, and we always enjoy coming back to renew this experience together. Every detail shows care and authenticity. Definitely a place worth visiting.
Parisa Gallagher
4 months agoNot being fully familiar with Uzbek cuisine (I’ve gone to one or two other restaurants) we bought several options to share (filet/roll/ground kabobs, Turkish salad, eggplant, breads) and EVERY. SINGLE. ITEM was DELICIOUS!! I also went to the restaurant that was this same space before, and Marakanda really invested in the interior and decorating the place nicely. It was beautiful and ALL of the food was amazing. Go to this gem now! Expect a relaxed dinner of amazing food you won’t want to stop eating.
Matthew Slipenchuk
4 months agoFantastic meal. Meat is prepared very well and comes out fast. We went for my grandmas birthday and they brought us desert and played music for us without asking. Cannot wait to go back!
islam djafarov
6 months agoYo guys, I’m really happy for this place, Even meat was amazing, and the service was awesome, u can can amazing food from this place 👍👍👍
Maria del pilar Rodriguez
6 months agoThe best Uzbekistan place. The halal meat is delicious and the atmosphere is great. Thank youuuuu! The best soup 💕
Luis Velez
6 months agoAbsolutely Incredible Uzbekistan Cuisine! We came to Marakanda Restaurant for a family dinner, and it was one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in Philadelphia. The hospitality alone makes this place stand out from the moment we walked in, the staff treated us like family. The food is authentic, rich in flavor, and beautifully prepared. Every dish felt like it came straight from a home kitchen in Uzbekistan. You can taste the tradition and love in everything they serve. Service was quick, attentive, and genuinely warm. Even with a full dining room, our food came out fast and fresh. The team here cares about making sure you have a great experience, and it really shows. The atmosphere is cozy, welcoming, and perfect for families. If you’re looking for true Uzbek comfort food and top tier hospitality, Marakanda is a must try. Highly recommended we’ll definitely be back!