Recently, we visited a restaurant to celebrate our son's birthday. We were joined by two of his…read morefriends--classmates, Americans. As an Uzbek family originally from Tashkent, we must admit, somewhat embarrassingly, that we had not visited this restaurant serving our native cuisine until now. And before coming here, I could never have imagined that what I would see and hear would truly amaze and delight me. This feeling came within the very first moments of entering the restaurant, where lively music was playing and the famous song "Uchkuduk" performed by the band "Yalla" was playing. Along with this, there was a large artistic wall panel on the right, beautifully painted, illustrating a caravan of camels traveling through a hot desert. On the left side, there was another artwork--a fresco depicting the entrance to a caravanserai, once a resting place for traders along the Great Silk Road in ancient Samarkand, a major trading hub of its time. What impressed me most was the central part of the hall's wall, where dozens of exquisite decorative items were neatly arranged--examples of Uzbekistan's national art, craftsmanship, and traditional design. These beautifully reflect our culture and heritage, known around the world. The elegant furniture, the uniquely designed ceiling, and, of course, the glossy, mirror-like epoxy floor all perfectly complement this incredible beauty. Honestly, one feels like saying that this is not a restaurant, but a museum, where for a moment I truly felt as if I were back home in Tashkent--so cozy, familiar, and close to the heart. Now, moving on to the main impressions of our visit, especially the genuine delight of our American friends with the unique and delicious dishes we ordered. Of course, there was the famous Uzbek plov, three types of juicy kebabs, salads, samsa, manty, and two kinds of tea. After the meal, fully enjoying the outstanding flavors, our guests sincerely admitted that they had never experienced anything like this anywhere before, and promised that this restaurant would become one of their favorite places to return to again and again with friends and family. The next day, each of us, while at work--including myself--felt absolutely no hunger until returning home. What a phenomenon! A true testament to the richness and satisfying nature of Uzbek cuisine--something not often found in many other dining places in Sacramento. For all of this, and especially for the incredibly beautiful interior design that reflects both the historical depth and modern spirit of Uzbekistan, creating the impression of a "small Uzbek enclave" within California's capital -- we would like to express our sincere gratitude to the management of "Caravan Uzbek Cuisine Halal" from our small family. We wish you and your wonderful staff good health above all, and continued success in earning the appreciation and love of both your loyal and new guests, contributing to the growth and prosperity of your business. And we, your new admirers, look forward to many more visits in the future to this truly beautiful and magnificent restaurant. Amen.

Manti and plov were absolutely amazing -- full of flavor and perfectly cooked! The samsa was simply…read moreoutstanding -- juicy, aromatic, and delicious. Everything was top quality, definitely coming back again! Manti and plov were absolutely amazing -- full of flavor and perfectly cooked! The samsa was simply outstanding -- juicy, aromatic, and delicious. Everything was top quality. The service was good, though not perfect. Definitely coming back again!

Phenomenal food, super friendly people...a hidden gem. Lamb chops were succulent, chicken has an…read moreincredible marinade with honey/mustard and chili sauces on the side. Grilled in the parking lot while the family served complimentary tea - we'll definitely be back!

The food at Lapis Grill is hands down the best! The meat is incredibly juicy and flavorful. I took…read moremy family, and we all had a fantastic experience. We will definitely be returning again. Highly recommended!

Be careful and vigilant when buying products from this chain!…read moreOn January 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM, I bought a beef shawarma and was going to eat it at home, not in the car, as usual. Under good lighting, mold was discovered! Take care of yourselves!

Such a Lovely place, Food is so fresh and delicious, we like to come with our family just for the…read morelunch!!! Recently, I brought our teenage son who grew up in America and he loved it very much!!! he really enjoyed S