Smile

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Muhammed Shaheen

Level 3 Local Expert

The best food I have tried in Almaty. We ordered lam shashlik and chicken shashlik, both were good.

Rimsha Awan

Level 10 Local Expert

Best interior , best food , best environment. Highly recommended place . I loved being here . The food is really tasty and juicy ..

Hank Chang

Level 3 Local Expert

nice and very big place. each dish is big and price is good. Recommend everyone come here and have a super good local food.

Yin Xinxin

Level 2 Local Expert

A store I'll never go to again! Four kebabs were ordered, along with a skewer of mushrooms, a flat bread and a bottle of coke. we only got four skewers of barbecue, did not get naan and mushrooms, we asked for a long time after waiting, they also did not serve food, then the clerk took the surveillance video to say that we ate five skewers, but the fact is that the mushroom they think in the surveillance is actually not finished eating grilled salmon, and finally no one to solve the matter, there is no remedy, too disappointing a restaurant, Worst meal ever in Almaty! so bad!!!!!!

Manish Wah

Level 3 Local Expert

Got food after 75 minutes. And the shashlic was not cooked properly. It was still a bit raw.

雅涵

Level 3 Local Expert

really nice food, very good price.

Lisa Li

Level 3 Local Expert

Very tasty barbecue!

Tariq Khan

Level 5 Local Expert

Very good bar bq and very afforable prices

Steven

Level 3 Local Expert

very tasty

Deniz T.

Level 2 Local Expert

Best shaslik in town

Олжас Керимбаев

Level 4 Local Expert

Good

Artur Airikh

Level 10 Local Expert

Good

Adil Abdrakhmanov

Level 5 Local Expert

I recently visited a kebab shop, and the experience was very pleasant. The first thing that catches your eye is the cozy atmosphere: a simple but warm atmosphere with an inviting aroma of smoke and spices, which can be felt already at the entrance. They obviously know how to cook meat on fire here. The shish kebab turned out to be really tasty: the meat was fried evenly, but it retained its juiciness and softness. I especially liked the lamb shish kebab — without excess fat, with a light aroma of spices and smoke. The chicken is also cooked with dignity: it is tender, with a golden crust, and the marinade gives it an interesting sweet and sour note. The portions are generous, the serving is simple but appetizing. Side dishes are also pleasing: fresh vegetables, fragrant tortillas and sauces that perfectly complement the taste of meat. You can choose from both traditional lemonades and homemade compotes. The prices are reasonable, especially considering the quality and portion size. The service is at a good level: the waiters are friendly, orders arrive quickly, and if something is needed, they respond immediately. The only small disadvantage is that it can be noisy and crowded on weekends, so it's better to come early. Overall, this is a great place for those who appreciate a delicious barbecue and a friendly atmosphere. I would love to come back here again and recommend it to all lovers of real meat on coals.

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Нурай Джумабекова

Level 6 Local Expert

I really like the kebab shop next to the house — it's convenient that you don't have to travel far to have a delicious meal. Shish kebab is always fresh, juicy and well-fried, the marinade is fragrant. The portions are large, the prices are adequate. The atmosphere is simple but cozy, the service is fast and friendly. Sometimes I wish there was more variety on the menu, but overall it's a great place to stop by with family or friends.

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Светлана А.

Level 3 Local Expert

Shish kebab is always delicious, especially lamb liver in a shell, salads are varied.Be sure to order khachapuri with different flavors, very tasty.Attentive and fast waiters.I recommend it for family gatherings and for socializing in the company!!!

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кол ф.

Level 4 Local Expert

The price and quality are excellent, the shish kebab is delicious, I really liked the khachapuri on the grill. The establishment looks like a factory or a ship. The portions are large and delicious, I would advise you to go

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Nikolay Nikolay

Level 4 Local Expert

This is a really atmospheric place where you can have a good time. The original interior creates a special, inviting atmosphere. Separately, I would like to mention the delicious kebabs that just melt in your mouth. All this makes this place ideal for relaxing with friends or family. Definitely worth a visit!

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Akbope Bolathanova

Level 8 Local Expert

The Smile Cafe left a good impression. The atmosphere is cozy, the interior is simple but pleasant. The food is delicious, the portions are normal in size. The service is adequate — the staff is polite, although sometimes you have to wait a bit. Overall, it's a good place to have a quiet snack or sit with friends.

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Katia Nikishova

Level 16 Local Expert

The best place in all of Almaty! I came 3 years ago on the advice of a friend, and now every time I come to Almaty, I always go here for lunch. Very cheap, but very tasty. So many types of barbecue, fresh herbs, delicious tea. For the first time I tried cow's stomach, khan kebab, lamb saddle. My favorite is lamb heart, dumpling soup and sliced vegetables. The service is fast, the building is atmospheric. I recommend it!

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Мадина Шенгелбаева

Level 5 Local Expert

Very tasty kebabs! The meat is juicy, well-fried, with a fragrant smoke. The service is fast and friendly, the prices are pleasant. A cozy place to eat delicious food and have a good time. I will definitely come back again!

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Айнурым Арманова

Level 4 Local Expert

Oh, this barbecue was just incredibly delicious! 😍🔥 The meat is juicy, soft, and perfectly fried with a light brown crust. When you take a bite, the juice just flows out, and the aroma of smoke and spices makes your head spin. Each piece seemed to absorb the warmth of the coals and the care of the one who cooked.

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Lino4ek

Level 6 Local Expert

Very tasty kebabs, we always go there with our family. The Prices Are Realistic. The food is delicious. It's a nice place. The staff was polite, they even celebrated a birthday there, allowed us to have their cake and even congratulated us.

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Дмитрий Г.

Level 7 Local Expert

The best shish kebab in the city both in terms of the quality of the marinade, the flavor, and the price! For many years, taste and quality have been the same - such brand retention is expensive and difficult. My friend from Moscow was delighted and nicknamed it the Baranov Conservatory after seeing the size of the barbecues)))) The only thing to note is that I want more cleanliness and order in the restrooms.

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Айгерим М

Level 9 Local Expert

We recently visited this barbecue cafe, and were absolutely delighted! The meat is simply amazing: juicy, fragrant, perfectly fried. I especially liked the lamb shish kebab, which is soft and melts in my mouth. The side dishes are fresh, the portions are generous, and the sauces complement the taste just fine. The atmosphere is cozy, unobtrusive music, cleanliness — it certainly let me down a little. The staff is polite and attentive The end has become our family tradition, we all gather together and have a delicious meal. We Love Kebabs Smail❤️❤️❤ The prices are reasonable. We will definitely come back again and advise our friends. A great place to meet friends or have a family dinner!

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Владимир Фигуров

Level 3 Local Expert

Lamb shish kebab with veins, there is no expected juice and the characteristic taste of marinated lamb. There is no smell of smoke... just meat, salted and grilled The liver in the shell is overcooked, dry, there is no juice, the shell is simply burnt. The onion is simply chopped, without vinegar, not peppered. The waiter is a young girl, just takes the order, does it quickly...but in the end, they just brought the ordered barbecue without bread/ tortillas, without sauce....with a chopped clean onion .. Somehow, this is not how I imagined a barbecue in such a cool "Barbecue Factory" outside...

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Галина Яцемирская

Level 8 Local Expert

The most delicious barbecue that I've eaten is only in this place, every month my family and I definitely come here because it's delicious and the price is very pleasant, sometimes you wait a long time when rush hour, but it's worth it

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Денис

Level 6 Local Expert

I visited the Smile cafe on Mukagali Makatayev Street, 29 in Almaty. Overall, I have a positive impression of the visit. What you liked: Cozy and friendly atmosphere in the cafe. It is very pleasant to come to such a place to relax or work. The staff was very polite and attentive. The waiter quickly took the order and brought all the necessary dishes and drinks. The coffee was delicious. I ordered a cappuccino and it was cooked perfectly. The menu is varied and includes both classic dishes and interesting novelties. What can be improved: It might be worth expanding the dessert selection. I didn't find anything particularly outstanding in this section of the menu. During rush hours, the cafe can be quite busy, so waiting for an order may take a little longer than we would like. The overall impression: I recommend "Smile" for meetings with friends or for work. The atmosphere and service are excellent. The only thing worth considering is the possible waiting during rush hour. I would like to come back here again and try other dishes from the menu.

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Светлана Белая

Level 7 Local Expert

They just roast kebabs. They don't advertise, they don't lure, they don't sell the atmosphere. They're just frying a barbecue, which is why there's a queue at the entrance. People are waiting for an hour — and all for a simple grilled barbecue. Nowadays it's almost a miracle: no marketing, no brand, just taste, and that's enough. But if we had invested at least a little bit more in the serving and service... it wouldn't just be a barbecue, it would create a cult of visiting this place.

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Елдос Баймурзин

Level 2 Local Expert

We visited the “Barbecue Smile” and were very satisfied! Shish kebab is juicy, perfectly fried, with the aroma of a real barbecue. I especially liked the lamb shish kebab — soft, without excess fat and with a bright taste of spices. The portions are generous, the prices are reasonable, and the service is fast and friendly. The atmosphere is cozy, there is a great place to sit and have a delicious meal with friends or family. We will definitely come back again!

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Slk

Level 16 Local Expert

Great barbecue, lyulya. The liver is a little too dry. The prices are very comfortable, the achichuk from under the knife is delicious. And it is worth noting the onion, a new crop, you can eat it like an apple, juicy and not spicy! I really liked it!

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Альфия Нариманова

Level 7 Local Expert

I've been to this place several times, it's just that I was very pleased with the chicken breast in the shell, it turns out juicy and appetizing. The portions of salads and first courses are large. Medium shish kebab

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Валентина Денисова

Level 6 Local Expert

A very cozy place, the kitchen is very tasty, kebabs are generally great, a small minus is that it is stuffy on the top floor, the air conditioners do not work and the windows do not open, this is a small minus, and the kitchen and interior are very cool, even the toilet in the form of a ship, everything is for convenience and prices are affordable, not overpriced, it is especially good to come there when It's raining outside, sitting in comfort and wiping out the windows is generally very romantic

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Артём

Level 4 Local Expert

Everything is delicious and not expensive, the service is good, but because of the large flow of people, sometimes you have to wait a little longer, everything is delicious kebabs, shrimp I really liked, as well as a large selection of drinks, teas, cold drinks, cocktails. In general, everything is gorgeous and not expensive 🔥

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Айбек Е.

Level 4 Local Expert

It's delicious, the barbecue is soft, and the atmosphere is cool.The location is convenient, but there are almost always a lot of people, but there are always places, the service is always top-notch

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мария султангазина

Level 3 Local Expert

It's a delicious barbecue, the location is excellent, the only thing that can change the interior, make it more elegant, so that it doesn't look like a pub, but you like everything and the prices are reasonable!!!

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ильшат Исламов

Level 6 Local Expert

Delicious, very tasty. A barbecue is just a cannon Very tasty, deep-fried, soft and juicy. Very comfortable places, reasonable prices. A good place to eat with your family.

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Ольга Сидорова

Level 3 Local Expert

The best barbecue in Almaty, every year when I visit the city, I have been here for 5 years, the best barbecue, the quality does not deteriorate, the prices are very reasonable, there are always a lot of people, not only I appreciated this place. To all the guests and residents of the city, I definitely recommend a simple Place, not fashionable, where people come to eat delicious food, drink beer and sit in the company of friends.

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Яна К.

Level 4 Local Expert

I advise those who are looking for an inexpensive and delicious barbecue. an interesting place, reasonable prices, large portions of barbecue. There are plenty of seats available, I recommend

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イア

Level 2 Local Expert

My friends and I visited this restaurant and were extremely dissatisfied with the service. We ordered five portions of barbecue: beef, lamb, tuna, mushrooms and chicken wings, as well as a flatbread and a bottle of Cola. However, we were not served mushrooms and flatbread. The waiter claimed that the mushrooms were served, and we had to wait almost forty minutes while they checked the surveillance cameras. As a result, it turned out that it was the waiter's mistake. In addition, the manager also insisted that we ate five portions of mushrooms, and behaved extremely rudely. This is extremely unprofessional and unacceptable. We will not return to this restaurant anymore and will not recommend it to others.

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Alexey U

Level 18 Local Expert

We were driving by and decided to stop by for a barbecue. I'm telling you right away, it was for nothing. It's a two-story building, lots of people, and its main specialty is barbecue. They ordered mutton, liver in a shell, achichuk, flatbread, garliks and kvass. Mutton shish kebab - it is suspected that the shish kebab is actually made from pork, the meat does not look like mutton at all, the taste is different and there is no smell of mutton. Liver shish kebab in a shell is overdried. Achichuk is absolutely not spicy, but generally not bad, tomatoes are sliced thinly, lots of onions. The flatbread is the most common, I see no point in overpaying, it's better to take regular pita bread. The garlics are very fat, I didn't like them. Kvass is normal. The service is the bottom, it's impossible to get through to the waiter, they don't fit themselves. There is a strong smell of barbecue in the cafe, so it is completely guaranteed to smell. There are ordinary "holes" in the toilet, no toilets.

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Дархан Исмаилов

Level 5 Local Expert

Delicious barbecue. Beer shrimps are generally a bomb. Despite the fact that the prices here are reasonable. However, you can get lost in this place, as it is large

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Илья Е.

Level 10 Local Expert

A kebab shop of the average price category. The interior resembles a multi-level parking lot with a toilet in distant India.Given the bandwidth, it is clearly too small.Four swallow's nests with doors from the Titanic, you can only understand which one is free by pulling each of them. I'd give you a B for the food, minus a point for the sluggishness of the staff. I did not find any fundamental difference from hundreds of similar establishments.

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Stas Norkin

Level 12 Local Expert

A wonderful barbecue. Good atmosphere. Operational service. Prices for the Southern Capital are completely normal. By the way, the prices of good alcohol are not raised, above human greed, unlike many establishments in Almaty.

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Султан Р.

Level 3 Local Expert

A great place for simple gatherings with friends. The cuisine is delicious, the barbecue marinade is good, the drinks are delicious. I recommend you to visit

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Асель Б.

Level 4 Local Expert

The most delicious kebabs in Smile. We do not change this place. But there are always too many people waiting for an order, or even an empty seat.

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Алексей Батников

Level 3 Local Expert

The most delicious barbecue in the city. It can be a long wait sometimes, but it's worth it. I recommend it to everyone. The location is very convenient.

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Ruslan Badri

Level 5 Local Expert

Excellent cuisine, the meat is always properly cooked! Very caring staff, nice and calm atmosphere. Special thanks to the waiter Bauyrzhan, a great guy and a true professional!

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Айнура Тлекметова

Level 4 Local Expert

The barbecue is very tasty. But the attitude of the waiters leaves much to be desired. The waiters and the receptionist behave like the owner of this establishment, and this is not the first time. They are always rude, overreacting to everything, or simply not responding. We come here very often, more precisely 2 times a week. Recommendation: change the administrator

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Алма Жармухамедова

Level 4 Local Expert

It wasn't bad until January 30th of this year, when I decided to celebrate Dr. A very bad organization for a team, even a small one ((( I went in advance and discussed reserving 2 tables, called on the day of the event, confirmed the evening, as a result - 1 small table for 10 people ... dirty dishes were hastily removed from the other table. The kebabs were brought already removed from the skewers, cold, the feeling that they were heated, also on one dish (for 2 tables!). The waiter could not specify the number of chopsticks, he pointed to two less ((then he got better, after my clarifications ... A can of beer was placed in a mug, from which it was supposed to drink further ... in general, you can walk, but you can eat cleanly, 2-4 people each, the institution is not for events. The check miraculously did not fall into my hands, I realized it already at home.

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Жансая С

Level 6 Local Expert

The most delicious kebabs, sauces and salads, but there are always a lot of people and an old building. The service was very long.

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