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Italian restaurant in Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar
What should I order at Gusto?
What to order
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Free Bread And Butter
Mentioned multiple times as a standout perk, with reviewers calling it free, delicious, and even rating the bread 10/10.
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Mongolian Tea
Strongly recommended as a must-try, with one reviewer saying it was the best milk tea they had ever tried.
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Buuz
Called tasty by a reviewer who also suggested that the restaurant’s other food is likely very good.
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Banshtai Tsai
Described as the best by a reviewer who specifically praised this dumpling soup with milk tea.
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Khuushuur
Recommended as pretty good, making it one of the highlighted Mongolian dishes in the reviews.
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Lasagne
One reviewer said the lasagne was delicious, making it a clearly recommended Italian option.
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Sautéed Horse Meat With Pasta
Specifically singled out as really delicious and one of the strongest positive dish mentions in the reviews.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 9 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
About Gusto
Gusto is an Italian restaurant in Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar, serving Italian and Mongolian food. Reviewers consistently praise the pasta, lasagne, khuushuur, buuz, and Mongolian tea, along with free bread and butter. The restaurant is also noted for large portions, reasonable prices, and a cozy, quiet atmosphere. It offers dine-in and takeout, and is used for lunch, dinner, and solo dining.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Frequently asked
What is Gusto known for?
Gusto is known for its pasta and Mongolian dishes, especially sautéed horse meat with pasta, khuushuur, buuz, and banshtai tsai, a dumpling soup with milk tea. Reviewers also mention free bread and butter and say the food is flavorful with good value for the price.
What dishes are most recommended at Gusto?
Reviewers most often recommend the pasta, lasagne, khuushuur, buuz, and the sautéed horse meat with pasta. The Mongolian tea and banshtai tsai are also called out as standouts, and the pizza is described as cheesy and tasty.
What is the atmosphere like at Gusto?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, casual, and even romantic, with a comfortable setting for sitting and eating with friends. It seems to suit solo diners, groups, and people who want a relaxed meal rather than a loud dining room.
Is Gusto good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe Gusto as reasonable, affordable, and strong on quality for the price. The listed price range is ₮30,000–60,000, and one review estimates meals at about $4–12 with large portions.
What else should I know before visiting Gusto?
Service is often praised as friendly and attentive, though one review notes that food can be a little slow at times. The restaurant accepts reservations and serves beer, cocktails, wine, coffee, and dessert, so it works well for a sit-down meal with drinks.
Is Gusto kid-friendly?
Yes, Gusto is good for kids.
