Went here for 2 birthday celebrations with a group of 8 people, and it was a great time! Service was very friendly (unfortunately didn't get the waitress' name), and they gave us two complimentary desserts at the end. The food is incredible, but the unexpected popular dish of the night was the cheese bread, one of the vegetarian entrees. Extremely rich and comforting, it would be a great side to share. A bit rich on its own, but you will enjoy it either way. The Cornish hen was super tender and seasoned well. Would come back for that! My friends loved their shah plov. The lamb shank I got was cooked well but a bit under seasoned - it would be excellent with a sauce. I wish this place was in SF. Everyone found something they really enjoyed, and we all have quite different tastes. It was a huge hit for a large group of people. read more

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Nice place, friendly service, and a very interesting menu. We started with the appetizer trio, which included samples of hummus, süzm, and mangal. The bread was excellent: fresh, hot, and a perfect accompaniment to the dips. The hummus was also incredibly fresh and absolutely spectacular. I was a little disappointed with the mangal. I'm sure it was traditionally prepared, but I was expecting larger pieces of grilled vegetables rather than a chopped or puréed mixture. I also found it quite sour. The süzm, on the other hand, was excellent...creamy, tangy, and reminiscent of raita, the Indian yogurt-based dish. We also tried the lamb chops, which were another highlight. They were nicely seasoned and perfectly cooked to medium. Overall, a very enjoyable meal with several standout dishes. Looking forward to going back and trying more of the menu. read more

NAR Restaurant - Trio appetizer - Diners Near Me - Mountain View, California

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We came here for birthday brunch and had such a great experience! Everything was prepared fresh and tasted absolutely delicious. We ordered the sausage omelet, Dolma, dumplings, chicken shawarma wrap and the breakfast set, and it was exactly everything we were craving. At the end, they surprised us with a complimentary slice of birthday cake while the birthday song was playing. The whole restaurant joined in singing, and honestly, that made the experience feel so special and heartwarming. It really felt like the whole restaurant was celebrating with us! Such a lovely place for a birthday brunch, and we'll definitely be coming back! read more

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Came here for a birthday lunch celebration. The staff is very helpful and friendly. We never had caucus's food and was a first time for us all. We ordered the Cornish Hen (falls apart just using a fork and very tender!), Mediterranean Branzino and chicken Lule kabob along with eggplant rolls for appetizer. We truly enjoyed the meal with the Cornish hen being the most favorite and chicken lule being the least as it was on tougher side. For dessert with had the cheesecake and the honey cake. Honey cake was this round. Definitely will try them again. read more

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Wanted to try something different after a long day at work. The fried dumplings were good, more dough than filling. The quail was so good, not a fan of the sauce, it tasted like old avocado to me. The potatoes were also fried perfectly. The pickled veg was a nice bright addition. Service was efficient. Overall ambiance was like comfortable elegance in a way.... But light elegance with the soccer game outside and plastic plants in the partician. read more

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Everything was good. Can't really go wrong with much. Higher prices but worth. Tables filled up earlier so make a reservation if you eat at rush times. Lentil soup was minty which was new and interesting for me. Lamb kabob was extraordinarily juicy. Appetizer platter had a lot of food. Great bites. Not a fan of liver, but i think it was good for what it is. Would come back! Super sweet service and good ambiance! read more

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An excellent restaurant that serves amazing authentic Caucasus cuisine (Predominantly Azerbaijan) and elevated, clean, classy aesthetic. "Nar" means "pomegranate", which is the theme of the restaurant. There is a beautiful mural of pomegranate tree which sets the tone of the restaurant. I am sure this fruit has a cultural connotation in the culture. Came here for lunch with my team, so we were able to try a bunch of different dishes. They have two options for lunch: you can do a pre-fix (one appetizer, one salad/soup, one entree) but everyone on the table needs to opt for this option OR you can order a la carte. We went with pre-fix: I went with eggplant rolls for appetizer (this is EXQUISITE, my favorite dish of the lot. I am not a fan of eggplant, and the rolls taste predominantly of garlic and herbs). For salad, I ordered the watermelon salad - quite refreshing for summer time. For the main course, I opted for Chicken Lule Kebab (this was a full meal, came with rice and salad, the kebab was juicy, but I couldn't finish the rice, the quantity is a lot). For the table, we ordered Kachapuri (cheese filled bread shaped like a. boat - this was really and recommend to order if sharing and have it while its hot), Suzme (flavored yogurt dip - pretty good, served with bread), Mangal (mostly tasted like eggplant, served with bread). For desserts, we ordered Honey Cake (2nd favorite dish out of all, loved it) and Pakhlava. For wine, we ordered kindzmarauli (fruity wine) and saperavi (red wine) for the table. To end the feast, I also tried the Turkish coffee (and went back with a full coma haha) Our servers were extremely accommodating for our large group and I had a fantastic time at Nar. 10/10 recommend! read more

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Decent food, absolutely terrible service for what they are positioning themselves to be. Wife, and I booked a table on Saturday for ourselves and 3 kids. First time trying this place so we were really excited to try out a different cuisine. We're all avid foodies and love going out places to try different stuff. Once we got situated, the server came over and we talked about some of the dishes with them. One thing they immediately got wrong were portion sizes. I had made sure to state explicitly that, we recognize that portion sizes can vary, so don't worry about it, we can order more now. But they made portion sizes seem bigger than they were which led us to ordering less food than we intended. No big deal, we decided to keep a menu just in case this happened. Has happened in the past, so we've always gotten more food and to-go boxes. This is where the experience went downhill immediately. Our appetizer came out and we started eating. Again, due to the portion size, we could have gone for another but we decided to just hold off till the entrees. The entrees then were all brought one dish at a time, with a gap of 5-10 mins between each dish. None of us could enjoy our food properly. The server also didn't come and check with us on how refills on drinks, quality of food, none of it. After all of our food came out and it was apparent we needed another dish. It took me a good 5 mins just to get somebody's attention. I ordered another dish which yet again took another 10 mins. We spent more time waiting for our food than we did enjoying the meals. I also had two young children with me that were hungry but the staff didn't bother checking. What was even further frustrating was that literally every other table around us was served their meals on time and service was prompt inclusive of consistent checking to see if everything was alright. On top of that we had to waive our hands just so a server could come to our table. It's almost as if the serving staff knew they had fumbled and decided to ignore the problem. It wasn't that busy either, the place was ~40% capacity. In addition to all of that, when we finally decided to leave without even bothering with dessert. I had to physically walk and hand the check back over because again, it would take them another 15 mins to collect a card. On relaying our frustration and dissatisfaction with the experience, the staff attempted to gas light us about how it's normal, which I immediately shut down. We've had orders and magnitudes of finer dining experiences than this place (not that this place is fine dining by any stretch) and we've had street food in the global south off food carts. The excuse they came up with was laughably incompetent. A simple apology would have sufficed or letting us finish our thoughts before blurting out "we're sorry". It really made us feel really singled out and unwelcome. I'm not sure why a restaurant that positions itself as "unique" and "authentic" in the Bay Area would do so but here we are. It's safe to say that we aren't going to be coming back to this place and would recommend others to not do so either. Stay away if you just want a nice dinner with your family without headaches. At this price point, there are numerous options with better service and experience ( i.e. basic delivery of food on time when multiple dishes are ordered). Even McDonalds has better service than this place. read more

We were excited to celebrate my husband's birthday with family here, eastern European restaurants are hard to find. We arrived as they opened, the entrance to the parking lot is narrow and long besides the building, you enter alongside the front of the restaurant, and it curls around towards the back. They were able to seat us right away. The restaurant is nicely decorated, and the bigger lights turn on as the sun goes down. I appreciated the quiet we got as the first few tables, because the open dining room got noisy as the room filled up. The complementary bread was hot and crispy. I saved my piece because I thought maybe some of our food would come with some yummy sauce, but they didn't, everything was dry. It would have been better if they left the water at the table to self serve, but you have to wait for them to come around to refill your little cups. The Shah Plov is quite different from other plov, it's a drier long grain rice, maybe basmati, and it's baked in a shell with some fruits on the bottom. The rice was cooked fine, but the meat in this plov was incredibly dry and tough. The portion was large, this plate had more than enough rice to feed our table of four with the rest of the entrees. I give this 3/5 The lule kabob was amazing, and it was probably the only thing I would come back for. The meat was fatty and seasoned well, cooked medium-well. The onion salad was a good complement. The only thing I would improve was that there was 2.5 baby potatoes on the plate, and then a sad lavash. If there was more potatoes, or the lavash was on the side so it didn't get soggy under the salad, I would enjoy it more. 5/5 The ciz biz is highly regarded on yelp, and my mother-in-law was adamant that we get it. If not for this I think we would have got the mixed grill and been much happier for it. We do love liver though, so it isn't a matter of disliking liver. The ciz biz comes out on a thin grill plate, with onions and potatoes. It could have used more seasoning and some form of fat. It was dry and sad. 1/5 The Saj chicken also comes out on a thin grill plate, and is usually cooked under a weight that results in crispy, juicy chicken. This followed the same as the other meats on the table, with being dry, overcooked, and sad. The chicken is accompanied by tomatoes, mushrooms, potatoes. 1/5. (I recommend the saj chicken at Bevri instead.) This particular kachapuri was too sour for my taste, but I don't hold that against them, the bread was cooked through and the bottom was crispy. 3/5 I'm not sure if they were having an off night, I was hoping for better. We should have vetted it before heading there the first time for a special occasion. read more

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A month ago; my coteacher; Ms.Chinara told me about this new Azeri restaurant. I had light dinner that night with a friend. Tonight; I invited 3 coteachers (Ms.Chinara,Ms.Rouba, and Ms.Betsy). We had appetizer sampler set. Everything were delicious. In house breads were good. The star of the night is "3 Nations Grilled Meats: Ground chicken kababs with lambs fats, ground lamb kababs, grilled ribeyes (extra $40 but it's worth it), grilled chickens thighs, and lamb chops! I had unsweetened ice tea and hot Turkish coffee! They have coke, Americano coffee and black tea too. We didn't try pomegranate wine tonight. But a month ago I did try. It was very light and smooth with (acidic from pomegranates). I'm not a big wines person. But i did like their Azeri pomegranate wine ! All meats are halal which is always a big plus for my friends and myself. Oh, don't forget the salads! I actually fell in love with salad first! Hahahaha! We didn't have time for desserts. But of course, I'm into desserts too. It's a cozy spot for more intimate gatherings for meals. read more

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The food was good, their pomegranate influence is pretty clear. The branding was on point but the food was expensive for what it offered. Overall a very meh experience. The bill was 200$ for 3. One appetizer, one beverage each, two main dishes. read more

NAR Restaurant - Chicken Lule Kebab and the Lamb Chops. - Diners Near Me - Mountain View, California

Cheers to Mountain View, for gaining a Caucasian (means "of the Caucasus" here, not "white people"!) restaurant, right after Los Altos lost Bevri (Georgian)! I enjoyed everything we ordered and will surely come back, likely quite often, as I live nearby and think the prices are more than fair. The flavors were unique and memorizable. Spices are very on point and all the textures are done right. I also discovered ciz biz (beef liver) today for the first time and loved every bite of it! 1 star deducted for minor execution issues. One of the gurzas (dumplings) already had its wrapper torn and the soup leaked out. The minced lamb skewers meat had a little too much sinew and could be chewy at times. read more

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Azerbaijan food, ya know I'm gonna stamp my culinary passport! Never had this cuisine and I actually had to look up where this small country lies. It is next to Armenia and somewhat in the general area between Turkey and Iran. And ya know what, the food does share lots of traits from those other countries as well. As food usually blends and influences countries next to each other, that is an anthropological fact. Very charming spot with fine dining vibes, table cloth and napkins, nice silverware and plateware. But the diners are typical Cali casual just in everyday clothes and just having a good time with one another. They even have a cute little retail area up front, where it looks like an artisan food shop with homemade pickles and jams and some deep imported food goods. Dolmas ($15/4*) I think we tried this because we had never tried a dolma filled with meat. Usually the ones I've had only had rice wrapped in those grape leaves. This was a ground beef and rice mix that was subtly spiced and quite tasty. Everything was warm even the grape leaves which made them more supple and soft versus tough and fiber-y. This was different enough that I thought that it should have a different name than 'dolmas'. But excellent try. Piti ($28/3.5*) This wasn't my dish but I did try a little sample. This is kinda like a home-y dish where they usually make a lamb stew with chick peas and bake it in an oven in a clay pot. Here I found the presentation to be quite unique as they put a single serving of this lamb stew in a clay cup and they bring that with a shallow bowl of homemade croutons (not the buttery type). Then you're supposed to dump the contents of the cup into the shallow bowl, right on top of the croutons. So if you let it sit for a bit, the croutons will soften from the liquid and one can eat it as they please. You can wait just a tad so the croutons still have some bite, or you can wait til the croutons get totally soft and absorbed. Kinda like how one eats cereal or how one likes to put crackers into their soup, you have to know how to do you. I did find the lamb to be very tender but I also felt that it was very mildly seasoned, bordering on bland-ish. The stewing liquid is also very light and not thickened at all, so to me it was more of a soup with big chunks than it was a stew. The chickpeas did give it more substance and there were also big hunks of chestnuts, which I thought was the culture's stamp on the dish, as I've never seen anything like that before. I am curious to see other versions of this dish to see other styles/preferences. Lule Kebab ($27/4.5*) I am a kebab fiend and usually will try any cultures version. This is a ground lamb version so I had to give it a whirl. I've had Turkish, Persian, Afghan, Lebanese and Pakistani versions but this is my first try of a Lule which the Armenians also have. I did like the flavor and texture. Quite lamb-y and grilled nice with noticeable char. The spicing is definitely more mild than Afghan and Pakistani, but somewhat similar to Persian. But I really love the Persian version so that is still in my tops, but that is totally preference. Served with a nice mixed green salad with a light vinaigrette, a very thin flat bread, and baby roasted potatoes. Usually I see ground meat kebabs served with rice, so this was another twist that I observed from this culture. I think this is the kind of place that you need to visit more than once, as there are so many things I wanted to try. But for those that wants their taste buds to travel, let this be an option. Great try! read more

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1/3/2026 NAR Restaurant 286 W El Camino Real Mountain View, CA 94041 I went to this new Azerbaijani/American place on ECR in MTV next to the Jack in the Box. This was recently a Chinese restaurant and has been nicely remodeled with an upscale contemporary table and chair setup interior. There is parking that wraps around the building. I ordered the Ciz Biz (pronounced Ch) lunch plate along with the suggested bread. Service was helpful, attentive and good. The bread loaf came first and was very long (could feed 4). It was a little chewy but soft and good. The Ciz Biz (beef liver slices with potato cubes and some grilled onions) is good if you like liver and the onions. Be sure to ask for more onions because the flavor and sweetness accompanies the liver well. Great place for liver and onions lovers. It's repeatable. read more

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Had a great 4-star lunch at Nar, a Georgian spot offering a prix fixe menu. The eggplant appetizer was flavorful, the lentil soup was good and the lamb chops were cooked nicely with good seasoning. I had to also get the khachapuri which is standout Georgian dish...warm, cheesy, and perfect for sharing. It was way too much food and I had to get most of it to go. Overall, a really enjoyable tasting experience with great experience. read more

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Our recent was well below expectations. Red wine serving was obviously well below standard volume, and at a regular price. In khinkali, 3 out of 5 were ripped opened, with soup leaked out, - unacceptable for the dish. Set with several sauces was overpriced, with minimal difference between the sauces. Lula kebab lacked sufficient spices in the ground meat. Bread was good. Prices are high, for he quality of food. read more

We had such a wonderful lunch here and are already planning to come back to try more dishes. We ordered the prix fixe lunch (appetizer + soup/salad + main) for $39.90, and it was a lot of food for an amazing price. For appetizers, the eggplant rolls were the standout. Perfectly seasoned, soft, and incredibly flavorful. From the salads, the eggplant salad was our clear favorite. The eggplant was cooked beautifully with a soft interior and a rich, delicious sauce. The Choban salad was also fresh and tasty. For the main course, the lule kebab was excellent. It was tender, flavorful meat paired with perfectly cooked potatoes. Overall, everything we tried was delicious, the portions were generous, and the service was great. Highly recommend, and we'll definitely be returning! read more

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We were very excited to visit this restaurant as recommended by our relatives. We tried the Prix menu option with mushroom soup, lamb chops, eggplant rolls, suzme, khachapouri (adjarouli) and salads. We also tried Khinkali, adjarouli and honey cake. Everything was very tasty, very finely presented, even including the honey cake. The service was excellent - fast, attentive and courteous. The prices were on the higher side, however, once you go off the prix menu. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and furnished and has a little store inside. read more

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Back in the day this used to be Haopi House. Then it was a very regional Chinese place which region unfortunately slips my mind. It is now a place that serves the cuisines of the Caucuses. This type of food is pretty hard to find around these parts. I've had Uzbek, Russian Kurdish and Georgian which seems to have some crossovers and similarities and those are just as hard to find. Super cool that this has opened where most of the new stuff is Chinese and Indian (& to that extent I've learned a lot about those cuisines but I'm hoping it doesn't homogenize in only those!). We had sone dumplings which remind me of the Uzbek Manty, and a grilled liver/onion/potato dish which Also exists in Uzbek circles. Finally the honey cake reminded me of something I had at 20th century cafe in San Francisco which was "Russian" (which means it could be from a lot of places) in origin. Everything was delicious. The service was friendly but seemed a bit nervous. Also not everything on the menu is available just yet as they're still soft open. I think in a month or so this will be super solid. A welcome addition to the area that takes a huge left turn from most of the cuisine in the area read more

Blincik with chocolate spread: 8/10. kids liked it Calamari: 7/10 Eggplant roll: 7/10 Eggplant salad: 7/10 Ciz biz: 2/10. Liver is dry Nar meat: 0/10. Did not like the combination of blueberry (sour) sauce over beef Lule kabob plate: 8/10 read more

had such a wonderful experience at this restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and full of authentic flavors. Everything we ordered was perfectly prepared, and the quality really stood out. The staff were also very friendly and welcoming, which made our experience even better. read more

My first time trying Azerbaijani food, which, from my first impressions, share styles from Georgian and Mediterranean cuisine across various aspects, but still a bit different to have a varied experience! I went here for a team dinner as a party of 10, and we were well taken care of. Some of the dishes I got to try were - Gurza (Azerbaijani dumplings) - the meat filling is a bit chewy, reminds me closest to a Khinkali which makes sense as both Azerbaijan and Georgia are within the Caucasus region - Dolma - rice and beef wrapped in grape leaves - delicious, but also you can find this in other adjacent cuisines - Ciz biz (sizzling beef liver) - apparently a delicacy. I am not a fan but some teammates really love this dish - I liked how flavorful it was, but not the texture. To each their own - Three nations grill platter - shah plov is a lavash wrapped rice baked with beef. Beef was dry but the rice - wow, so flavorful. That is the only miss. The lamb and chicken they served was so juicy and succulent - generous portions of meat that even though they say the plate serves 4, it serves 4 and you will be very stuffed with minimal room for anything else - Caucasus pakhlava - it is like a baklava, but it is chewier and has more syrup soaked in. Tiny pieces but super filling I also tried some wines - the qvevri ones that are more Georgian but nice pairing. Just note it is on the drier side. And pomegranate wine that is a bit tangy and drinks like juice with a decent amount of alcohol. Definitely recommend giving this place a try. A teammate went here 5 times in a week during their business trip, and I had an enjoyable experience, and you don't really find this type of cuisine in the US often, so it is worth a detour. read more

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Great service and lovely food! The appetizer sampler and grilled chicken plate were delicious read more

NAR Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Mountain View, California

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Great food! Excellent service! Great ambiance ! Strongly recommend to try this food! Especially try kabob! read more

I have eaten here three times and each time was excellent. The first was for a party of 14 for a retirement dinner and I met with the owner and selected all the courses ahead of time, family style. We had multiple orders of the Nar Plate, fresh bread, eggplant rolls (he gave us on the house) and Georgian red wine to share. The main course was multiple orders of the large Three Nations Platter that included a rice dish, Shah Plov. For dessert, we had enough orders of Caucasus Pakhlava and Honey Cake with tea for every person to share. Some guests also took some food leftover for home. All 14 people enjoyed the high quality and even better was the fact that they had never had authentic Caucasus food. Everyone wanted to come back with their families to try the menu again. The service and waitstaff are excellent. My second and third visits were for lunch with my family and also visiting friends and we had smaller versions of my party of 14 and also tried the Khachapuri (cheese boat in bread). Each time the quality remained high. The owner, Hikmat, maintains a high standard that shows itself in the food. It was sublime! read more

I first discovered this restaurant when I saw that they replaced the space of Amber Cafe. Initially, I didn't give them much thought but then after passing by the restaurant several times as it's right by my apartment, I looked them up and saw that they were Azerbaijani cuisine. I always have an extra desire to go to a restaurant representing a cuisine that I have never tried and as such, I decided to visit with my parents. We shared several items including the eggplant roll, hummus, the eggplant and lentil soups, the gurza, the lule kebab, and piti. Azerbaijan is a country that sits right near Turkey and Iran, which makes perfect sense because the best way I can describe Azerbaijan cuisine is a hybrid of the other two. The eggplant roll was phenomenal, which truly surprised me as I am usually not the biggest fan of eggplant. The gurza was pretty nice and reminded me of the traditional Turkish manti ravioli only more dumpling-like. The soups, kebab and hummus were also pretty tasty. I need to say that I am fairly picky about hummus as I make my own pretty well but theirs was very well balanced and flavorful. The piti was a little disappointing. It honestly seemed like a dish that would have blown me away as its comprised of so many of my favorite ingredients such as lamb and chickpeas but the broth was quite bland. I've noticed that other Yelpers have mentioned the same critique so I'm honestly not sure if it's intentionally meant to be that way. In all honesty, I would have probably given this place a perfect rating of five stars if it weren't for this one item. The honey cake at the end was excellent and a great way to wrap up the meal. Their wine list was interesting as it featured wines from the region and surrounding areas. I always appreciate restaurants that go the extra mile to have their beverage program represent their cuisine to provide a true regional experience. Apparently some of the wines traditionally use clay plots as a part of the fermentation process. I personally didn't have any but I tasted a little from my parents and it was surprisingly pretty good for a relatively unknown wine region. I feel fairly petty on the fact that I am knocking off a star simply because one dish wasn't that impressive but unfortunately, five stars for me means a flawless experience. Nevertheless I am really happy to see an underrepresented cuisine featured here in Mountain View. I also want to make it clear that I probably will be back and this place has definitely qualified as a great "neighborhood restaurant" for me. read more

Went twice and loved it both times. Initially, the new restaurant piqued my curiosity because, back in Moscow, I had a distant aunt, Irena, who was born in Baku and was an excellent cook. I fondly remember visiting her flat as a child and enjoying elaborate, lovingly prepared meals. That was my own experience, albeit vicarious, with Baku, but it was enough to make me decide I must try NAR. One time, I went with my son, who liked it so much that he plans to bring his GF next time they both visit the area. I will go for the third time with a friend in July (who happens to be a very picky eater, but she took a careful look at the menu and liked it) and her husband. Although both times I went, we had a party of only two, and next time it will be a party of three, I did witness large parties of 12 or more who were clearly enjoying themselves. What a wonderful addition to the Mountain View ethnic cuisine scene! read more

Went to celebrate my friend birthday. The place is very nice and works well for special occasion. Sitting is not crowded. The service was good, the waitress was super nice and accommodating. The food was great, my friend actually exclaimed "Wow!" after tasting eggplant rolls. Also NAR plate was interesting and every component was very tasty. The tea served in a pot is absolutely perfect. The portions are substantial. Tips: If you are a tea drinker, order the tea pot even before the meal. The cuisine here is a mix of Azerbaijani and Georgian and even some Ukranian (Honey cake). If you are unfamiliar with it order lula kebab - it will provide you with more familiar taste while being authentic Azerbaijani dish. Do not order Ciz Biz unless you know what you are doing. I liked it, but other people at my table thought it was overcooked. read more

I'm so glad my friend told me about Nor restaurant. It's the perfect place if you want to try a new cuisine that's full of flavor and the authentic vibe of the Caucasus mountains. We had khachapuri, choban salad, and eggplant rolls everything was fresh, super tasty, and the service was great. The wine was amazing too, made with traditional methods and full of rich flavor! Highly recommended read more

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It's great to see a new cuisine in the area. Given that Azerbaijan sits close to Iran, Turkey, and Russia , it's not surprising that the food reflects a beautiful blend of those influences, but with its own unique flavors and identity. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed warmly. The server and manager were attentive without being intrusive, checking in at just the right times and making sure we were enjoying everything. We really liked the food: Piti and Shah Plov, The trio appetizer, baklava and a compote drink. Overall, a very enjoyable experience, and we'll definitely be coming back. read more

An Unforgettable Azerbaijani Dining Experience at Nar Restaurant If you're looking for truly authentic, fresh, and homemade Azerbaijani food, Nar Restaurant is an absolute must. We started with eggplant rolls and mangal, and both were excellent. Then we had the lentil soup, which tasted completely homemade, warm, and comforting, along with a fresh and flavorful Choban salad. For the main course, we ordered Ciz Biz and Saj Chicken. I have to especially mention the Ciz Biz -- it was incredibly nostalgic and took both my husband and me straight back to our childhood and our mother's cooking. This is not a dish you usually find in restaurants, and this was the first time I ever experienced such an authentic and perfectly made version. Made with lamb liver and potatoes, it was absolutely outstanding. The Saj Chicken, prepared with Cornish hen and fresh vegetables, was equally delicious, with a truly homemade taste. What really sets Nar Restaurant apart is the freshness and homemade quality of the food -- you can genuinely taste the care in every bite. On top of that, the restaurant owner , Hikmat, is incredibly warm, friendly, and welcoming, which makes the entire experience even more special. I also can't say enough about the bread -- it's baked in-house and was so delicious that I couldn't stop eating it. For dessert, we had the San Sebastian cheesecake and Azerbaijani baklava, and both were absolute masterpieces and the perfect ending to an amazing meal. Highly, highly recommended. I will definitely be coming back many times to try every single item on the menu. An authentic, heartfelt, and unforgettable dining experience. read more

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It's rare to find a place where food, atmosphere, and people all feel perfectly in harmony. NAR is not just a restaurant -- it's a corner of genuine Caucasian warmth in the heart of Silicon Valley.Thank you for the taste, comfort, and kindness you bring! And at the end -- homemade jam, a gentle reminder that true hospitality lives in the smallest details. Azerbaijan is where the Caucasus meets the East --a land where every flavor carries the strength of the mountains and the soul of the Orient. read more

NAR Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Mountain View, California

Delicious. We tried some new foods and enjoyed the juices. We had the eggplant appetizer, the lamb chops, the liver and potatoes special, and split the dessert. We decided not to have wine since it was a weeknight and opted for the fruit juices. We could have shared one juice for the two of us. Good service and pleasant atmosphere with tablecloths and cloth napkins. Tea is served after dinner. Date night for us. There was a large party/work group. Other couples and small groups of friends dining. We dined here in March 2026. Good for a date night or girls night out for adventurous palettes. read more

I absolutely love this place, the food is unique and tastes incredible! The atmosphere strikes a rare balance: it has the quality and polish of fine dining, yet feels as warm, humble, and welcoming as being in your grandma's house. Highly recommend! read more

All the dishes were amazing and the service was fantastic! Must-haves: Suzme, Ciz Biz, and Pakhlava. Perfect spot for a date night or a relaxed weekend lunch. We're not from the area, but we'll definitely come back the next time we visit. read more

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We were seated right away and the dining room filled up quickly. Our waitress was a lovely young woman who was very patient with us as we caught up and kept delaying ordering. At her suggestion, we ordered the Shah Plov. In addition we ordered a pot of fresh mint tea, a vegetarian dish (Ajapsandal) and an appetizer (Gurza). The $12 pot of tea arrived first and was a hint of mint. When we looked inside the pot we found a single stem of mint lying in the mesh basket of the pot. That explained why it tasted like hot water with a hint of mint. When we asked for another pot with more mint, there was an air of offense from the staff. They eventually brought out another pot with more mint in the basket, but it was not muddled and the tea remained very week tasting, but stronger than the first try. At some point, we noticed that all the tables around us were brought bread baskets, however, we were never offered one. I see from other reviews that the bread was complimentary, but we did not get any. While waiting for our appetizer to come out, our waitress arrived with our meal. When we asked where our appetizer was, she told us we didn't order one. We ordered one and she had not put the order in when we were ordering. She argued with us that we did not order an appetizer. I definitely ordered it and my friend heard me. At that point, it was too late because our meal was there and we didn't need an appetizer any more. The Ajapsandal was delicious. The Shah Plov was not. It did not look anything like the pictures you can see on the menu online. In the online pictures, the Shah Plov is like a small cake with a golden brown crispy crust. Ours was flat, square, white, and stuffed with more rice than any other ingredients. In addition it was dry and had very little flavor. The meat and fruits were stuffed into one corner of the disaster that was presented to us, so the first two-thirds were rice and chewy lavish. The three small cubes of beef were grey, dry and tough. There were more prunes than beef. The chestnuts were mealy and tasted horrible. The lavish was chewy, not crispy. For this we had the pleasure of paying $32. I found it inedible. My dinner companion ate the rice, but not much more. When the waitress came and asked if we wanted a box, I told her no, that we found the dish dry and not edible. The response was to bring us two tiny (1") pieces of Baklava on the house. All in all, this is a one and done for us. It was not worth the $90 (including tip) that we paid. read more

We celebrated our company holiday party at NAR Restaurant, and everything was excellent. The service was attentive and professional, the food was incredibly delicious, and the attention to detail really stood out. Our servers were friendly, responsive, and made sure everyone felt comfortable the entire evening. Highly recommend this place for corporate events as well as family dinners. We had a great experience and will definitely be back read more

NAR Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Mountain View, California

5/5 I stopped by for the first time today and was genuinely impressed. It's great to find a place that serves Azerbaijani and Caucasian cuisine with this level of quality. I ordered the Cizbiz, which is a dish of liver and potatoes fried together in a pan, and it was delicious. The liver was tender, the potatoes were perfectly crispy--overall a very satisfying plate. For dessert, I tried the Malaga Cake, and it was the perfect way to finish the meal. Soft, creamy, and with a light banana flavor, it exceeded my expectations. The place is clean, the service is quick, and the staff is friendly. I'll definitely be coming back to try more from the menu. read more

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Tried out NAR tonight for the first time and it was delicious! The service was wonderful, and the food came out very quickly. The eggplant rolls were my favorite thing - these are a must try! Will definitely be going back again. read more

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This hidden gem has been masked by Jaques en la Boques's gross shadow this whole 2 years I've been living in Mountain View and I gotta say....man the food was on fleek (my slangs do not define me shush). The water was clean, the vibe was clean, and the whole place was clean! What I remember most about the restaurant..."A timeless symbol of life, abundance and connection its roots deep in heritage, its branches reaching across generations" ... this was the mural in the back wall that I've stared at for a good two hours, not saying the service is slow but be prepared to learn a valuable lesson. Be proactive! read more