Samarkand Cafe

4.5 ( 643 reviews )
Checking... 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
$20–30
131 W Dundee Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, United States
+1 224-777-7776

At Samarkand Cafe, located in Buffalo Grove, IL, diners are treated to a delightful culinary journey through Uzbekistan. This charming restaurant garners rave reviews for its authentic flavors and attentive service. Guests like Tim Toporovski emphasize the warm, inviting atmosphere, enhanced by owners who are committed to ensuring a seamless dining experience without interrupting conversations.

Many patrons have praised the exceptional service provided by staff members like Suraya, whose kindness and attentiveness elevate each visit. The menu is a treasure trove of authentic Uzbek dishes, with highlights such as the Kazan kebab, lagman, and sumptuous lamb shashlik, all crafted with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes that transport your palate to Central Asia.

Reviewers such as Yulia Tyakina and Asif Huq can't recommend the samsa enough, noting how every dish embodies the distinct and rich flavors of Uzbek cuisine. The reasonable prices, coupled with generous portions and complimentary delicious teas, make Samarkand Cafe a must-visit for anyone seeking an immersive dining experience. Whether dining in or carrying out, this cafe promises a satisfying adventure that keeps patrons coming back for more.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Has drive-through
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has live music
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves halal food
    • Has private dining room
    • Has salad bar
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Has changing table(s)
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Samarkand Cafe

Tim Toporovski
Jun 7,2025
Excellent food and service! The owners are incredibly attentive and respectful, ensuring a wonderful dining experience without ever interrupting conversations. Their hospitality adds to the warm and welcoming atmosphere, making this a place worth returning to.
Yulia Tyakina
Jun 6,2025
This is our first dining in experience at the Samarkand cafe after ordering twice carry out. As always, food is delicious! This time we’ve tried Kazan kebab, lagman, Achchik-Chuchuk, Lyula Kebab. I also really like their samsa!
Language Lover
Jun 6,2025
"Suraya provided truly exceptional service - her kindness and attentiveness made our visit truly special. The food was absolutely superb, with authentic flavors that shone through in every dish. This is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a genuine culinary experience. Highly recommended!"
Asif Huq
May 22,2025
I recently had the pleasure of dining at this incredible Uzbek restaurant and I can't stop raving about it! The food was absolutely delicious, with authentic flavors and fresh ingredients that truly transported me to another world. But what really stood out to me was the exceptional service provided by our waitress, Suraya. She was so warm and welcoming, making sure our dining experience was nothing short of perfect. Her recommendations were spot on and she went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. I can't wait to come back and dine at this restaurant again, thanks to Suraya's impeccable service. 5 stars all around!
Sazhida Baktybek kyzy
May 4,2025
We ordered lamb ribs and lamb shashlik, along with two kinds of salads — everything was incredibly delicious, juicy, and fresh. The Tashkent tea was also very tasty. The atmosphere was pleasant, and the service was excellent. Most importantly, the prices were very reasonable — no extra charges like service fees. A great place overall, we’ll definitely come back again!
Diana Di
Apr 27,2025
A fantastic dining experience from start to finish! Our server Akmal was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable about the menu, making excellent recommendations. Amazing service and friendly stuff. The ambiance was warm and inviting, perfect for a special occasion. We'll definitely be back to explore more of the delicious options :)
Claudia Padilla
Mar 30,2025
Food is fresh and delicious! Service is great. We enjoy the experience, reasonable prices and it’s a beautiful place. We will come back for sure!
Alexei Marshakov
Mar 8,2025
Good Central Asian restaurant. I have been to Samarkand and can attest that the food tastes very authentic. We have tried many dishes - salads, appetizers, soup, plov and none disappointed. Music was too loud at times, but other than that a very nice experience. Highly recommended

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