To help you easily navigate Akademgorodok’s food scene between sessions, we have structured the best local spots based on your goals, budgets, and distance from the main conference venues.
Below you will find a curated list of venues categorized by format. For your convenience, we have also marked all these locations on the interactive Yandex Map at the bottom of this page.
Fast-service restaurants, canteens, and quick lunch sets. Average check: under 800 RUB.
Why visit: A modern, high-quality self-service canteen located directly on the institute avenue. The fastest lunch option for those attending sessions at the SB RAS Institutes.
Why visit: Legendary local craft smash-burgers. Perfect if you want to skip a traditional sit-down meal and grab a quick, high-quality bite at the hotel area.
Why visit: The undisputed champion of local coffee culture, located at the very beginning of Morskoy Avenue, right at the intersection with Tereshkovoy Street. Perfect for a quick premium coffee. Make sure to try their signature "Siberian Raft Coffee".
Why visit: An atmospheric surf-vibe cafe inside the Golden Valley Hotel building. Known for its loaded waffles, specialty beans, and hearty breakfast bowls.
Perfect for unwinding after sessions, gathering with large research delegations, or talking shop over local drinks. Average check: 1,000−1,500 RUB.
Vo Vse Ryobra (2 Morskoy Ave.)
Average Check: 1,100−1,500 RUB
Why visit: A legendary meat spot. Famous for having the best smoked pork ribs in the city and craft burgers.
Clever Irish Pub (54 Morskoy Ave.)
Average Check: 1,200−1,700 RUB
Why visit: A lively, traditional Irish pub in the heart of the upper zone. Offers great imported draft beers, pub snacks, and an informal networking vibe.
GUSI Brewery (11 Nikolaeva St.)
Average Check: 1,350−1,800 RUB
Why visit:The primary networking hub of the conference. A massive restaurant located inside the Technopark towers with its own craft brewery on display. Ideal for welcoming huge scientific groups!
Art P.A.B. (12a Tereshkovoy St.)
Average Check: 1,000−1,400 RUB
Why visit: The traditional informal gathering place for Akademgorodok’s scientific community. Regularly hosts live music, science quizzes, and features a relaxed pub atmosphere close to the institutes.
Kulturno Jazz Bar (22 Morskoy Ave.)
Average Check: 1,200−1,800 RUB
Why visit: A cozy, smart music bar hosting live jazz, acoustic folk, and blues sessions. A perfect cultural spot to end a busy presentation day with a glass of wine.
Utopia Neoryumochnaya (8 Ilyicha St. — Basement floor)
Average Check: 800−1,300 RUB
Why visit: A famous local concept bar offering over 50 unique types of craft infusions (e.g., smoked pear, local berries). Great casual spot for small groups to experience Siberian bar culture.
Premium venues with outstanding cuisine, fine wine lists, and quiet atmospheres. Ideal for hosting the Program Committee, professors, or international guests. Average check: 1,500−2,500+ RUB.
Sparks Home Kitchen (8 Ilyicha St.)
Average Check: 1,500−2,000 RUB
Why visit: An absolute culinary hit of Akademgorodok. Known for its intellectual neighborhood vibe, open kitchen, and modern comfort food. Evening booking is mandatory.
Korobok Gastrobar (19 Akademika Lavrentieva Ave.)
Average Check: 1,500−2,200 RUB
Why visit: A highly praised, stylish restaurant located right on the main avenue of the scientific institutes. Offers creative author’s cuisine and a sophisticated wine list.
Adjikinezhal (6 Ilyicha St.)
Average Check: 1,200−1,600 RUB
Why visit: A cozy and warm restaurant featuring traditional Caucasian hospitality, soft seating zones, stews, and grilled meats.
Khleb i Nino (12a Tereshkovoy St.)
Average Check: 1,400−1,800 RUB
Why visit: A premium Georgian restaurant designed as a modern country villa. Located very close to the Boreskov Institute of Catalysis. Famous for its authentic clay-oven Khachapuri and hand-rolled Khinkali.
Sabai (7 Inzhenernaya St.)
Average Check: 1,500−2,500 RUB
Why visit: A top-tier, beautifully designed Pan-Asian restaurant near the Technopark area. Offers original presentations of Tom Yum, sushi, duck, and fresh seafood.
Marfa Restaurant (19 Stroiteley Ave.)
Average Check: 2,000−3,000 RUB
Why visit: The most secluded upscale restaurant in the district. It guarantees complete privacy, elegant European dishes, and an excellent setting for formal business negotiations.
Marco Polo (10 Ilyicha St.)
Average Check: 1,500−2,500 RUB
Why visit: A refined Italian restaurant inside the hotel complex. Features elegant Venetian-themed interiors, fresh handmade pasta, and premium seafood dishes.