Deda

Deda sits on Tumanyan in central Yerevan, a straightforward Armenian restaurant where locals eat rather than tourists perform. The menu stays traditional—lula kebab, khorovatz, khash in season—without fussiness. It's the kind of place where office workers grab lunch and families order mezze platters on weekends. At 4500 dram for two you're in solid mid-range territory for Kentron; you're paying for reliable food and a table, not décor. The 4.8 rating across 26 reviews suggests steady quality and repeat customers, which matters more than hype in this district.

Things to note: No English online presence, so calling ahead (if you speak Armenian or have a friend) is safer than dropping in during peak hours on weekends.