Ukrainian dishes are rightfully considered one of the most delicious in the world, and the cuisine is a vast universe. Rich borsch, lard, dumplings and stews in pots - saliva flows from these words, and this is just one thousandth of the multifaceted and soulful Ukrainian cuisine. And where, no matter how in Kiev, there is a great number of refectory establishments in which you can taste all these dishes. To your attention today are the ten best restaurants in Kiev. Delicious, as they say!
10. Chervona Kalina
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 Kiev, but at the same time, a 10-minute walk brings to your attention an untouched island of nature near the Dnieper. 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 a demonstration of its diversity and splendor - this is the main concept of the owners of the Chervona Kalita restaurant. One way or another, the hungry will not succeed.
9. Goat-Dereza
Another interesting institution in Kiev. The so-called bazaar restaurant is a mixture of a classic restaurant and an equally classic and familiar market. The fact is that the creators of Goat-Dereza decided to promote local farmers by presenting their products in a modern format. So this unusual refectory appeared, where the main suppliers of food ingredients are ordinary people who run their own household (their names are even listed on the menu). It turns out that the craft is supported, and modern Ukrainians and guests of the country do not forget about the rich traditions of one of the most delicious cuisines in the world.
8. Black Pig
The main meat restaurant in Kiev. Anyone who understands meat dishes will surely enjoy all kinds of pork and poultry dishes cooked in a special oven over an open fire. Sausages, grilled dishes, ribs, as well as a whole smoked piglet - all these treats are prepared personally by the chef of the institution. And what does meat on fire go well with? Of course, with a cool foamy drink. Here are presented to your attention the best varieties of light and dark Ukrainian beer, chilled to the desired temperature and poured into branded glasses. The restaurant adds a special atmosphere and atmosphere to the wooden tables.
7. Smokers
By analogy with Chervona Kalina, this institution is a whole complex in the open air, located in the center of Kiev. There are no classic restaurant halls here - every corner is made in the form of a small hut, a 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 peculiar legend of Kiev - local residents pass the tradition of visiting Kureny from generation to generation, and sometimes come here as whole dynasties. Extremely original place!
6. O’ Panas
We already realized that Kiev is famous for authentic refectory establishments. However, if you ask any resident of the capital to name three restaurants where you can spend your evening with taste, O’Panas is most likely to be on the list. Indeed, the restaurant looks very colorful. The decisive role here is played by the unique baroque-style interior. The unusual layout of the windows allows visitors to enjoy a 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 Kiev, 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. The superb performance of a traditional Italian chef's knife pasta, classic caprese and 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, and for every taste and budget. Lyon Wine Bar is a classic European restaurant. Here you may dine on the summer terrace in a light romantic setting. Also here you can easily arrange a meeting without ties, where you can discuss with your colleagues working issues with a glass of wine. A 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. Oliva
Perhaps the only refectory from our list, which stands out for its simplicity and accessibility. Nevertheless, the institution has exactly 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 Kievans and will be very different from traditional Roman. In general, the restaurant resembles a Mediterranean cafe with tightly set tables, fast service and low prices. Separately, here you can have breakfast, there is a special menu. Animation is most often observed on weekends.
2. Varenichnaya №1
So, in European restaurants we passed a couple of evenings, now you can return to original places, after all, they are a kind of landmark of Kiev. 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 diversity is the norm here (the name of the restaurant hints at one and obliges others). Another pride of Varenichnaya №1 are 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 at the beginning of the 20th century. The room is full of lace napkins, porcelain, antique furniture and other utensils.
1. Puzata Hut
Well, we close our rating with the most popular Kiev restaurant Puzat Hata (by the way, there are not one, but a whole network of them in the Ukrainian capital). The original design of the halls in a traditional style, the best dishes of Ukrainian cuisine, time-tested, as well as low prices - all these are integral attributes of Puzata Huts. Ideal for tourists who want to eat something national in between excursions. Borsch, dumplings, sausages, pancakes, meatballs, potatoes with mushrooms, kvass and fruit drinks - this is only a small part of the range that this restaurant chain offers on an ongoing basis. Very many justifiably compare Puzatu Khatu with Russian Mu-Mu cafes. After all, there and there everything is tasty, simple and sincere.