A cozy mountain café sitting right in Ile-Alatau National Park with views that make your coffee taste better. Two ways to get there: an eco-taxi from Medeu for a quick ride up, or if you're up for it, start early from Medeu and climb the famous Stairs of Health on foot. It's a workout but totally worth it for the views along the way.

If you're going on a weekend, get there around noon and you'll catch freshly made plov from the cauldron, it sells out fast so timing matters. While you're in the area, check out the new bridge nearby, the radon thermal springs, and a street workout area if you're feeling active.

Perfect stop to recharge before heading back down.