The Best Restaurants in the East Village | Eater NY

"A New York City icon, Veselka has been serving Ukrainian diner fare to the neighborhood since 1954. Pierogies are an obvious order, available in flavors like potato, cheese, and short rib. Other Ukrainian specialties like borscht and veal goulash are also offered, but we’d recommend a giant platter piled high with pierogies, meat-stuffed cabbage, and beet horseradish salad. Go at just about any hour for comforting nourishment and a slice of New York life. Yes, it’s touristy, but if you hit it at the right hour, there’s plenty of space to slip in the door for an easy-going affordable late-night option in the area." - Robert Sietsema