Concept

Novikov Café Baku blends contemporary dining with the brand’s signature mix of Pan‑Asian, Japanese, Mediterranean, and author’s cuisine. The idea is to give guests a wide spectrum of choices: from a seafood market and a sushi bar to dim sum, robata grill, wok dishes, handmade pasta, and health‑conscious bowls. The format is relaxed and accessible while keeping a strong focus on product quality, plating aesthetics, and speed of service.

Location

The restaurant sits in Baku’s modern business and leisure district, within easy reach of the seaside boulevard and major shopping galleries. It works equally well for a lunch meeting, a post‑walk dinner, or a late evening at the bar.

Interior & Layout

• Style: contemporary minimalism with natural materials — wood, stone, textured fabrics in warm tones.

• Open kitchen: the heart of the space; guests can watch sushi chefs, the robata grill, the wok line, and the pastry counter in action.

• Seafood display: a marketplace setup with oysters, crabs, and fish on ice; choose your product, cooking method, and garnish.

• Terrace: a seasonal outdoor area with lots of greenery and comfortable seating.

• Private dining rooms: ideal for business meetings or intimate gatherings.

• Bar counter: a lively evening hub with a full snack menu and a separate cocktail program.

Cuisine & Menu

Pan‑Asian Section

• Dim sum, bao, spring rolls, citrus‑forward salads with Asian dressings.

• Wok dishes: udon and soba noodles, fried rice with vegetables and seafood, caramelized beef or duck, ginger‑chili sauces.

• Robata grill: octopus, prawns, squid, black cod, miso‑marinated vegetables.

Japanese Line

• Sushi and sashimi from tuna, salmon, eel, dorado; spicy rolls, tempura rolls.

• Tartare and tataki with proprietary sauces like ponzu, yuzu, and truffle miso.

Mediterranean & Author’s

• Beef tartare with crisp toasts, fish carpaccio, seafood pasta, risotto, oven‑roasted vegetables with olive oil and herbs.

• Thin‑crust wood‑fired pizza (seasonal toppings like artichokes, asparagus, stracciatella).

• Sharing dishes: whole baked fish, seafood platters on ice.

Breakfasts & Lunches

• An extended breakfast menu featuring both Pan‑Asian and European classics.

• Swift business lunch sets designed for a 40–60 minute visit.

Desserts & Bakery

• Light mousse cakes, cream‑filled doughnuts, cheesecake, matcha tiramisu, sorbets, and house‑made ice cream.

• Bread basket from the in‑house bakery.

Bar & Wine

• Signature cocktails with Asian accents (yuzu, lemongrass, kaffir lime, sake).

• A strong non‑alcoholic line: homemade lemonades, matcha latte, kombucha, cold‑brewed teas.

• A food‑pairing oriented wine list: fresh, mineral whites for seafood; fuller‑bodied reds for grilled meats.

Service & Extras

• Fast yet discreet service: Pan‑Asian dishes come out quickly, while larger or more complex items (whole fish, steaks) are timed to your preference.

• Flexible approach to dietary needs: gluten‑free sauces, lactose‑free desserts, vegetarian alternatives.

• Easy table reservation system, including private rooms and seats at the open kitchen counter.

• Suitable for business meetings, family dinners, date nights, and gourmet evenings with friends.