Selfie

Selfie is a panoramic restaurant on the 18th floor of The Ritz-Carlton at Dostyq St 16 in Astana, Kazakhstan. Its elevated hotel setting gives the restaurant a distinct city-facing character, while the dining concept centres on contemporary author’s cuisine. The restaurant is presented as the Astana branch of the Moscow Selfie, linking it to a broader modern gastronomic identity without moving away from its local setting.

The kitchen focuses on an individual, contemporary approach rather than a narrowly defined traditional style. This makes Selfie suitable for diners interested in composed restaurant dishes, culinary technique and a menu shaped by the chef’s interpretation. The venue’s wider gastronomic programme has included themed dinners and collaborations connected with international cuisines, giving the restaurant a setting for food-focused events as well as regular dining.

Service and atmosphere are important parts of the concept. Selfie combines the polish associated with premium hotel dining with a more residential sense of comfort. The result is a setting that can work for an unhurried meal, a special occasion or an evening centred on food and conversation. The panoramic format adds a visual element to the experience without changing the restaurant’s main focus on cuisine and hospitality.

The restaurant’s location inside The Ritz-Carlton makes it a practical choice for hotel guests and for diners visiting the central part of Astana. The 18th-floor setting also gives the venue a clear sense of occasion, particularly for meals planned around the city view and the atmosphere of a high-rise hotel restaurant. Selfie is better suited to considered dining than to a quick casual stop.

Its style may appeal to couples, small groups, business diners and visitors looking for a refined restaurant with a contemporary point of view. The combination of author’s cuisine, panoramic surroundings, premium service and a comfortable interior gives Selfie a balanced character. It is formal enough for a planned evening while retaining an approachable, home-like quality.

Selfie also has a connection to Astana’s wider restaurant culture through gastronomic dinners and chef-led programmes. These events reflect an interest in seasonal ingredients, international culinary exchange and carefully structured dining experiences. For diners seeking a restaurant where the setting and the food carry equal weight, Selfie offers a clear contemporary proposition within The Ritz-Carlton.