Nairi Restaurant (Nor Nork)

Nairi sits in Nor Nork, the neighborhood kind of place where locals actually eat rather than tourists wandering through. Armenian home cooking — expect lula kebab, kufta, and grilled meats that don't pretend to be anything fancy. The crowd is straightforward: families, regulars, people from the district who know the owner. At 6500 dram for two you're in solid mid-range territory, paying for honest food and portion size rather than decor. The 4.9 rating across 42 reviews suggests the kitchen stays consistent. Come when you're hungry and want to eat like someone from the neighborhood, not pose.

Things to note: Nor Nork sits outside central Yerevan — taxi or metro required. English may be limited; bring someone who speaks Armenian or use translation app for menu.