Modern Nomads 2
Experience genuine Mongolian cuisine with a fusion touch, offering traditional staples and a family-friendly atmosphere with cultural events.
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Modern Nomads 2
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Experience genuine Mongolian cuisine with a fusion touch, offering traditional staples and a family-friendly atmosphere with cultural events.
"Fantastic, genuine Mongolian food with a touch of fusion and lots of things to try!"
Be patient with service
Service can be slow due to understaffing, so allow ample time for your meal.
Communicate steak preferences
Clearly specify how you'd like your steak cooked, as language barriers may exist.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Mongolian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+976 7012 0808
Address
СТӨ-ний чанх ард, Үнэн сонины байрны зүүн талд Amar's street, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Website
modernnomads.mn/Highlights
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Authentic Mongolian Flavors
Experience genuine Mongolian cuisine with fusion touches, featuring traditional staples like Khuushuur and Buuz.
Family-Friendly Dining
A welcoming atmosphere perfect for introducing kids to regional flavors, with child-approved dishes available.
Cultural Events and Live Music
Enhance your dining experience with occasional cultural performances and live music for a vibrant atmosphere.
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Be patient with service
Service can be slow due to understaffing, so allow ample time for your meal.
Communicate steak preferences
Clearly specify how you'd like your steak cooked, as language barriers may exist.
Consider cash payment
It's advisable to have cash on hand as card transactions may not always be seamless.
Try unique local drinks
Don't miss out on trying the highly-rated Mongolian milk tea.
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Be patient with service
Service can be slow due to understaffing, so allow ample time for your meal.
Communicate steak preferences
Clearly specify how you'd like your steak cooked, as language barriers may exist.
Consider cash payment
It's advisable to have cash on hand as card transactions may not always be seamless.
Try unique local drinks
Don't miss out on trying the highly-rated Mongolian milk tea.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners generally praise the authentic and delicious Mongolian food, with many highlighting the unique flavors and the availability of an English menu. However, service can be a significant issue, with frequent mentions of slowness, disorganization, and lack of attention. Some dishes, like grilled lamb, have been noted as tough, but other items such as cheesy chicken breast and milk tea receive high marks.
"Great menu options from “safe European salads” to horse meat, organ meat, Mongolian every day options and more special ones too. Full bar. Good beer. Great side dishes too. Desserts are also fun and 2 are Mongolian cheese based unique. Highly recommended for culinary options and fun tourist experiences"
Sam Oppenheim
"This place is the poster child for bad Mongolian service IMO. Lots of waiters milling about, super slow service, absolutely no care or attention given to customers. The food is genuinely great and is an enjoyable eat for locals although it does take a while to come out (minimum 30 minutes). Interestingly, I’d say their Mongolian milk tea really ranks among the best."
Saikhnaa
"Food was good when they finally arrived. Service could be improved, the waitress forgot our orders and we had to ask again, and was finally told the dish was sold out."
Chan MeowMeow
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, an English menu is available, making it easier for non-Mongolian speakers to order.
Service can be quite slow, with potential delays due to understaffing. It's advised to be patient.
It's recommended to bring cash as card transactions may not always be seamless.
Popular choices include Khuushuur, Buuz, Mongolian milk tea, and cheesy chicken breast.
Yes, it's a family-friendly environment suitable for introducing children to regional flavors.
The restaurant occasionally hosts cultural events and live music performances.
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For an authentic taste of Mongolia, consider dining at Modern Nomads, a restaurant chain that serves traditional Mongolian fare in a family-friendly environment. Introduce your kids to the flavors of the region through child-approved dishes such as Khuushuur (fried dumplings) and Buuz (steamed dumplings). The restaurant often hosts cultural events and live music performances which can deepen the dining experience.
29 Traditional Foods To Try On Your Trip To Mongolia
If you are in Ulaanbaatar, the best places to try Mongolian food are the Modern Nomads restaurants or Mongolian’s Restaurant in the Shangri-La. There are several around the city. The best option of an authentic experience is to stay with a local family, or book a tour where a Khorkhog is provided.
Things to do in Ulaanbaatar
Modern Nomad 2 Modern Nomads is a great choice if you want to try Mongolian food from a menu with lots of pictures and English writing. Big variety of food that is not dumbed down for tourists- think horse meat, tongue and sheeps head.
Best Restaurants in Ulaanbaatar
Lamb, beef, horse meat, chicken, and pork are all available. The price is also relatively affordable. Normally ordered salad, soup and main course, as long as more than 100 yuan.
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