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Ukrainian dishes are rightfully considered one of the most delicious in the world, and the cuisine is an immense universe. Rich borscht, bacon, dumplings and stew in pots – just these words are salivating, and this is just one thousandth part of the multifaceted and soulful Ukrainian cuisine. And where, no matter how in Kyiv, there is a great variety of dining establishments where you can taste all these dishes. Your attention today ten best restaurants in Kyiv. Delicious, as they say!
10 Red Viburnum
This restaurant is part of the complex of the same name, which also includes several hotels. You should start with the unique location of the institution – it is simultaneously located in the center of Kyiv, but at the same time, in a 10-minute walk, an untouched island of nature near the Dnieper appears to your attention. The restaurant itself contains 10 halls, each of which is decorated using historically developed folk attributes and household items. The revival of the traditions of Ukrainian cuisine, as well as the demonstration of its diversity and splendor – this is the main concept of the owners of the Chervona Kalita restaurant. One way or another, you won’t be able to leave here hungry.
9. Koza-Dereza
Another interesting institution in Kyiv. The so-called restaurant-bazaar is a mixture of a classic restaurant and an equally classic and familiar market. The fact is that the creators of Kozy-Dereza decided to promote local farmers by presenting their products in a modern format. This is how this unusual refectory appeared, where the main suppliers of ingredients for dishes are ordinary people who run their own household (their names are even listed on the menu). It turns out that folk craft is supported, and modern Ukrainians and guests of the country do not forget about the richest traditions of one of the most delicious cuisines in the world.
8. Black Piglet
The main meat restaurant in Kyiv. Anyone who knows a lot about meat dishes will definitely like all kinds of dishes from pork and poultry, cooked in a special oven over an open fire. Sausages, grilled dishes, ribs, as well as a whole smoked pig – all these treats are prepared personally by the chef of the establishment. And what goes well with meat on fire? Of course, with a cool foamy drink. Here you will find the best sorts of light and dark Ukrainian beer, chilled to the right temperature and poured into branded glasses. Wooden tables add a special entourage and atmosphere to the restaurant.
7. Kureni
By analogy with Chervona Kalina, this institution is a whole open-air complex located in the center of Kyiv. There are no classic restaurant halls here – every corner is made in the form of a small hut, gazebo or just a table surrounded by a wicker fence. Accordingly, each visitor can choose a place for his mood or company. The menu presents, of course, Ukrainian cuisine, as well as European and Georgian. By the way, the restaurant is a kind of legend of Kyiv – the locals pass on the tradition of visiting Kureni from generation to generation, and sometimes even whole dynasties come here. Extremely unique place!
6. O’Panas
We have already understood that Kyiv is famous for its authentic dining establishments. However, if you ask any resident of the capital to name three restaurants where you can tastefully pass the evening, with a high degree of probability O’Panas will be included in the list. Indeed, the restaurant looks very colorful. The decisive role here is played by the unique interior, made in the Baroque style. The unusual layout of the windows allows visitors to enjoy the most beautiful view of the Taras Shevchenko Park. As for the cuisine, here you will be happy to demonstrate the full scale of traditional Ukrainian dishes.
5. Osteria Pantagruel
Let’s move a little away from the colorful restaurants of Kyiv, made in folk traditions. After all, there is a corner of Italian cuisine in the Ukrainian capital, whose name is Osteria Pantagruel. The restaurant received its first visitors back in 1995, and since then the refectory has been in great demand among both local residents and tourists. Great renditions of traditional Italian chef’s knife pasta, classic caprese and an elegant panna cotta for dessert are just one of the few options to satisfy your appetite at Osteria Pantagruel. The wine list deserves special attention – the restaurant has a chic cellar with the best varieties of Italian drink.
4. Lyon Wine Bar
A little more European cuisine in the heart of Ukraine. From the name of the restaurant it is clear that there is also a good selection of wines here, and for every taste and budget. Lyon Wine Bar is a classic European restaurant. Here you can dine on the summer veranda in a light romantic atmosphere. Also here you can easily arrange a meeting without ties, where you can discuss work issues with colleagues over a glass of wine. The restaurant is also suitable for a casual family dinner. By the way, despite the European service and the quality of the dishes, the prices at Lyon Wine Bar are quite affordable.
3. Olive
Perhaps the only refectory from our list, which stands out for its simplicity and accessibility. However, the institution has the status of a restaurant. Oliva presents to your attention Italian cuisine, slightly adapted to the Ukrainian style. For example, pizza here is made in accordance with the taste needs of the people of Kiev and will be very different from the traditional Roman one. In general, the restaurant resembles a Mediterranean cafe with densely set tables, fast service and low prices. Separately, here you can have breakfast, there is a special menu. Revival here is most often observed on weekends.
2. Varenichnaya number 1
So, we spent a couple of evenings in European restaurants, now you can return to original places, after all, they are a kind of landmark of Kyiv. Everyone knows that Ukrainian cuisine is famous for dumplings. So, in this refectory you can taste as many as 20 types of this national product – such a variety is the norm here (the name of the restaurant, as it were, hints to some and obliges others). Another pride of Varenichnaya No. 1 is branded cheesecakes. Well, traditional baked fish, homemade sausage and roast in a pot. As for the interior, the visitor plunges headlong into the atmosphere of a poor Ukrainian hut of the early XNUMXth century. The hall is full of lace napkins, porcelain, antique furniture and other utensils.
1. Potted House
Well, we close our rating with the most common Kyiv restaurant among the people, Puzata Khata (by the way, there is not one, but a whole network of them in the Ukrainian capital). The original design of the halls in the traditional style, the best dishes of Ukrainian cuisine, time-tested, as well as low prices – all these are integral attributes of Puzata Hata. An ideal option for tourists who have a desire to eat something national in between excursions. Borscht, dumplings, sausages, pancakes, meatballs, potatoes with mushrooms, kvass and fruit drinks are just a small part of the assortment that this restaurant chain offers on a regular basis. Many people rightly compare Puzata Khata with Russian cafes Mu-Mu. After all, both there and there everything is delicious, simple and sincere.