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What to order
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Bone Marrow
Mentioned several times as a standout item: it was described as absolutely delicious, rich and smoky, very soft and flavorful, and served in a memorable way over open fire.
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Horse Cheeks
Repeatedly praised for being tender, juicy, and perfectly prepared, with multiple reviewers calling it one of the best or a star dish of the meal.
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Horse Meat Tartare
Recommended for its unique, interesting taste and as part of the restaurant’s well-executed Kazakh specialties.
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Lamb
Recommended because it was described as tasty, well prepared, and a strong main course alongside the restaurant’s other Kazakh dishes.
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Pilaf Rice
Specifically mentioned as delicious and part of an overall meal where everything was flavorful and perfectly prepared.
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Lagman
Mentioned positively for its flavorful taste and enjoyable, slightly Asian-influenced style.
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Horse Sausage
Called out as especially enjoyable in a shared meat dish, making it a noteworthy recommendation among the restaurant’s meat offerings.
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Sorpa
Praised as absolutely delicious and part of an authentic traditional Kazakh meal.
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Sheekh Kebab
Recommended because it was described as delicious, with especially soft bread and strong overall flavor.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
About AUYL
AUYL is a restaurant in Almaty, Kazakhstan, serving Kazakh cuisine with a neo-nomad focus. Reviewers consistently praise the mountain views, yurt-inspired and cozy interior, and the attentive service that explains dishes and local culture. The menu is known for traditional dishes like horse meat, bone marrow, baursak, lagman, and lamb shashlik, along with cocktails, wine, coffee, and dessert. The price range is ₸10,000–40,000, and reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is AUYL known for?
AUYL is best known for Kazakh cuisine with dishes like horse cheek, bone marrow, and horse meat-based plates served in a yurt-inspired setting. Reviewers repeatedly mention the mountain view and the restaurant’s cultural, neo-nomad style as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at AUYL?
The most recommended dishes include horse cheeks, bone marrow, lamb shashlik, lagman, and steak tartare. Reviewers also call out the roast pumpkin salad, sheekh kebab, clear chicken soup, honey cake, and baursak as memorable parts of the meal.
What is the atmosphere like at AUYL?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, romantic, and upscale, with handmade details, open kitchen views, and a yurt-style interior that feels tied to Kazakh culture. It suits groups and tourists, and several reviews mention it as a strong choice for a special dinner or a memorable meal near Shymbulak.
Is AUYL good value, and what is the price range?
AUYL is in the ₸10,000–40,000 range, so it is not a budget spot, but reviewers often say the food, service, and setting justify the cost. Many mention complimentary treats, thoughtful explanations of dishes, and a polished wine list as part of the value.
How close is AUYL to Shymbulak, and when should you visit?
Reviewers say AUYL is a short drive or short hike from the Shymbulak ticket office, which makes it a convenient stop for visitors to that area. Lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, especially because it is a popular destination for travelers and groups.
Is parking available at AUYL?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is the food at AUYL halal?
Yes, AUYL serves halal food.
Is AUYL kid-friendly?
Yes, AUYL is good for kids.
