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KYIV
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The promised land for meat-eaters and vegetarians alike. From Israel with love - states their advertising. $ |
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I'm usually wary of "everything-for-everybody" restaurants, but Scott Lewis of the Kyiv Post (29 Aug 02) seemed to like it. Some of the fare mentioned in his article includes: sushi, Brazilian chicken wings, quesadillas, broiled shrimps, tuna salad, chicken Caesar's salad, carpaccio, enchilada, fish, steak, lamb, etc. Seems like a little of everything for everybody. Just don't try to eat this all at once - unless you have plenty of Alka-Seltzer or a cast iron stomach. $$$
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(New Review) Just opened and already one of the favorite restaurants on the Kyiv scene. We were somewhat put off by the fact that on our second visit, when we walked in, we were asked to wait 40 minutes even though there were many empty tables. However after a few protests we were promptly seated. Built on a floating barge situated on the Dnipro River, the Mandarin takes its place among a series of floating restaurants that are becoming popular in Kyiv. This is one of Alliance's new offerings on the restaurant scene and promises to be a big hit. With some 25 Chinese cooks under the supervision of Chef Won Hai Tinom, all the dishes are well prepared and with some exceptions, all are delicious. Prices are not overly high except for the sushi whish is very expensive. The menu lists over 100 items but these do not seem to overwhelm the kitchen since most are variations on the basics food items. However, some items are not always available. This is the second time that I tried the famous "Peking Duck" here and this time I was disappointed. The duck was tough and lacked flavor. The Chinese crepes or pancakes were too thick and chewy (good Peking Duck dishes require delicate pancakes). The duck dishes at Lypskyj Osobniak were much better. I was also disappointed in the fact that some dishes listed on the menu which I consider traditional Chinese, were not available (such as the jelly fish). Why have them on the menu? This is a typical problem in many Ukrainian restaurants and Kyiv restauranteurs do not seem to be able to cope with this issue. Also one would expect to have Spring Rolls and Chinese mustard in a Chinese restaurant. Unfortunately they were neither available nor did the staff know what I was talking about. The appetizer of Baklazhan was excellent but the Pig Ears were too chewy and too smoky in flavor. (A good Chinese mustard would have been perfect with this dish.) The interior decor looks sumptuous and expensive, with lots of the traditional Chinese red, but on closer examination it is basically just colored panels with bamboo style trim and standard "off-the-shelf" Chinese "tsiatsky", lights and decorations. The restaurant is part of the Mandarin complex which includes "Moda Bar", a casino, and nightclub. |
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Oh - how I wish this were the real one. Unfortunately the name applies to a bar with sports oriented TV that is always on. You can even gamble here. Just watch out for the "girls" that frequent the place. You will have to beat them off with a stick if you start chatting with them. $$
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Upscale French restaurant from the Alliance Group. Recently reviewed by the "Food Guy" in the 12th December 2002 issue of The Kyiv Post who gave the restaurant a good recommendation. Somewhat pricey entrees, but this is to be expected from an "upscale" restaurant which now seem to be so prevalent in Kyiv. Has anyone ever thought of opening a "reasonably priced" upscale restaurant? |
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Once the picture of the girl with chocolate
running down her head was interesting, but once you visit the "Dessert
Bar" and see if "in your face" over and over, it gets not only tiring
but sickening. Come on guys - change the pictures already! The decor
of chocolate walls with heavy red drapes and comfortable seating make
for a pleasant experience (especially on cold evenings). The desserts
are excellent and the coffees, teas, and other offerings are reasonably
priced. Enjoy.
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Why didn't I find this place earlier? Actually
we all drive by there at one time or another, but how many stop in.
This is a "house" restaurant of the Massandra wineries. Ukrainian
wine selections are great and interesting. I particularly liked the
Jerez variety which reminded me of the Tomas Domeq's Jerez wineries
in Southern Spain. Although not as good, they were nevertheless most
interesting and worth trying. The food is Ukrainian "snack-type" and
it goes well with the wine tasting.
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Normally I would not review a chain of restaurants that is the best known in the world. However, many of my friends have reported inconsistencies in the quality of the food from one place to another in Kyiv. One would think that the quality control of McDonald's would be more careful but I guess that even this slips through the cracks. PET PEEVE - you would not thing that McDonald's would stoop to false advertising, so why do they always show "LARGE FRIES" on their special meals ads but serve you "small fries"? Are they concerned with my diet? Thanks, but I expect to get what is advertised. Numerous complaints to the various managers at the various locations fall on deaf ears. They just don't seem to care. |
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In the hotel that faces SBU headquarters
and in which Jaroslav Hasek's "The Fateful Adventures of The Good
Soldier Svejk" was partially written. This does not mean that you
will become a similar world renowned writer if you visit this place,
but at least you will feel secure that while you are watching the
ferocious looking SBU headquarters, you will not be mugged. The fare
is varied - something for everyone. No complaints, but then again
- no raves.
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A favorite among ex-pats and Ukrainian business people. $$$
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One of Uncle Sam's Group of restaurants with the Mimino name (named after the movie character in Russian films played Georgian actor). Wonderful setting with photos of the actor and movie scenes throughout. The Georgian food is very good but just not as hearty as is that of Horetz. However you should definitely put this on your list of favorites. $$$
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I was looking for Eric's Bierstube and stumbled into this interesting establishment. Located in the Pravex Passage, this restaurant offers good to excellent German fare with great beers. The service is attentive and the atmosphere most pleasant. $$$
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Trying to take some of the business away from O'Brien's, this place serves a variety of continental style dishes. Service is good and attentive. $$$
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Amazing how many restaurants on Velyko Vasylkivska (Chervonoarmiyska) and most offering the same fare as everywhere else. How do they make it? The restaurant is not cheap and offers a variety of fish dishes. Usual beers, drinks, and appetizers. $$$
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German restaurant in the Dnipro hotel complex. Of course there has to be Ukrainian food so there are also Ukrainian dishes on the menu. Music on weekends. $$
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European - Ukrainian cuisine. So what else is new? $$
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Typical Ukrainian fare. Nothing spectacular. Reasonably priced. I have yet to distinguish the cuisines of the main dining rooms from one hotel to the other so the reviews of all hotel restaurants will be the same. The food is cheap, filling, and representative of Ukrainian kitchens. I spent two year eating here almost every other day. This is not a recommendation, just a statement of fact. $$ |
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According to Vegan Dar Miner-Nordstrom in the 14 Nov 02 issue of the Kyiv Post: "New Bombay's Kashmiri chef Makhan Singh Bhangari produces a wealth of classic dishes". If this is anything like the old Bombay Palace, then definitely you should put this on your list. Indian food is one of my favorites and I am most anxious to try this restaurant that all who have visited it so far, recommend highly. |
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If you find anything special or interesting about the cuisine or decor, please let me know. $$$
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French restaurant in a rustic setting. Sometimes a restaurant can loose its appeal from an abrupt waitress and rude owner or maitre D', has this ever happened to you? $$$
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Something for everyone. Wonder if it's good? It even has a night club. $$
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This restaurant has to receive a huge prize for ridiculous advertising. Here are some excerpts: "Nobel…, stuns from the door: it's obvious that the management didn't save on anything…."; "The interior is plain, but expensive…." (interesting, a plain interior that stuns - what a concept!); "Nobel will obviously get a loyal following among Kyiv's sweet teeth…" (who wants to be followed by teeth?); "Most of legal alcohol can be ordered…" (do they also serve illegal alcohol - "samohon" anyone?); "Nobel's plans are far going…and include if not delivering Nobel prizes to visitors….." (interesting concept - getting a Nobel prize for eating in a restaurant in Kyiv. Will this fall into the Science category - can you distinguish if it is animal, vegetable, or mineral?); but best of all: "Restaurant with Great Brains". (Are they competing with Hannibal Lechter?) Who wrote this stuff? The management may have spent a lot of money on the decor and imported an Italian Chef, but why couldn't they spend just a little more and use one of the great advertising companies that now exist in Kyiv. Or the least they could do is ask an English speaking person to review the text in their ad. |
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Definitely my favorite for sushi and Japanese fare. Warm, pleasant, with attentive service and the best sushi in Kyiv. Since the place is always busy, the fish is sure to be fresh. I only wish the prices were a little lower so that I could visit it more often, but then this is Kyiv and the source of supply is so, so far away. $$$$
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All of the above cuisines together with billiards, and all without stopping. Good place to go to after "111" to renew your resources. $$
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Voted as #1 pub in Kyov by the Kyiv Post 10 October 02 Reader's Poll (probably by the "Rat Pack" who remain fiercely loyal and who incidentally get 50% discounts from their prices. Does this tell you something about the prices in general?) This place is definitely a lively and interesting establishment. Huge breakfasts are a specialty and most types of beer and drinks are available by a crew of experienced bartenders. My vote would have gone to Golden Gate, but then I'm more fond of their food and decor. The narrow "girl watching" hall balcony at O'Brien's is "the" place to sit, but on crowded evenings it can mean more spilled beer than consumed. (Just a few inches extension over the staircase would make all the difference in the world. How about it guys? You already have the contractors as your steady customers! They would make short work of it.) $$
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Another "Up-Scale" restaurant of the "sushi variety". Amazing how many sushi places now abound in Kyiv and only a few really know what they are doing. Frankly, it amazes me that Okeo is still in business since I walk by there 2-3 times a day and the most I have seen is 4 customers in the place. Usually there are none. How can a place have "fresh" sushi when there is no one ever there to consume it? Can you imagine a sushi bar throwing away thousands of dollars worth of fresh or chilled fish per week? My partner (who is Ukrainian and loves sushi) ate there only once but her comments were: "prices were outrageous and the sushi was only so-so". Take your chances and send me your comments. $$$
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Mostly a coffee shop catering to a young university crowd who seems to spend most of their time playing billiard or gambling in the slot machine room on the first floor. Good prices, reasonable food (of the diner variety) and all types of drinks. $
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Favorite among the politicos- particularly the young and up-coming crowd. Yuschenko often is seen here as are many from the Nasha Ukraina party. Ukrainian/Russian cuisine with plenty of local fish dishes. Interesting place with exhibits of young artists throughout. They even have their own web site: http://www.oksamyt.org.ua/ob/index.epl $
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