Formerly a state-owned department store (hence the name), today it is the busiest luxury shopping mall in the city, with everything from groceries to cashmere to TVs sold on all six floors of the building. Check out the fifth floor for the largest souvenir shops in UB.

State Department Store

Jazz-themed restaurant and bar featuring modern decor, international cuisine, and a wide range of beer, wine and cocktails. Regular live entertainment.

Turning Point Cafe

Dublin Irish Pub

Pakistani & Indian Cuisine

Used books are bought and sold here. There's even a buyback policy. Selection is mostly but not exclusively English-language.

Books in English Bookshop