The Lights of Baku

$$$$ • Middle Eastern

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About The Lights of Baku

The Lights of Baku offers an authentic dining experience with delicious food and excellent service. The interior transports guests to the Baku of the Soviet era, with décor featuring elements of the old city, traditional patterns, and warm tones that create a cozy, nostalgic atmosphere. Every detail captures the history, traditions, and vibrant culture of Azerbaijan, making it a place with real character. The restaurant is especially known for its traditional dishes prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Kebabs, dolma, kutabs, saj dishes, and piti are served with a focus on flavor and authenticity. The plov (pilaf) is particularly remarkable, with each grain of rice perfectly cooked, fragrant, and full of rich taste. Guests can enjoy aromatic tea with baklava, adding to the memorable experience. Service at The Lights of Baku is exceptional; the staff is welcoming, attentive, and eager to help, especially if visitors are new to Azerbaijani cuisine. The restaurant features live music and a spacious dance floor, making it ideal for special events like birthdays or celebrations. It is a true gem for those who appreciate places with soul and character, where visitors can savor every bite and soak in the vibrant ambiance of old Baku.

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The Lights of Baku Reviews

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98 ratings
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Food
4.4
Atmosphere
4.4
Service
4.6

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Highlight of my trip to NYC. So delicious. Worth to travel miles because customer service is perfect, food is so delicious. As an added bonus, our Saturday evening included live music and DJ.
The Lights of Baku was an excellent choice for our wedding celebration in Brooklyn.

Throughout the planning process, Tarik was extremely helpful with both the menu selection and table arrangements, making everything organized and stress-free. Roma and the entire team created a warm and welcoming atmosphere from start to finish.

The food was outstanding — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The service was equally impressive: attentive, professional, and...read full review
Enter the restaurant was so beautiful food fantastic I will highly recommend this restaurant very good okay good okay

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 12 - 11PM
Wednesday 12 - 11PM
Thursday 12 - 11PM
Friday 12PM - 12AM
Saturday 12PM - 12AM
Sunday 12PM - 12AM
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