"West Hollywood will always be famous for its queer culture and next-level nightlife, but there’s also a substantial Russian and Ukrainian community that predates the city itself. And at the heart of it is Traktir. This Eastern European spot takes comfort food to a different level: pillowy, potato-filled vareniki topped with fried onions, chicken blintzes smothered in mushroom sauce and shaved cheese, and beef stroganoff arriving like a creamy centerpiece built for a royal banquet. Portions are generous, so if it’s your first time, bring as many people as you can—and don’t forget to order a sampler of their house-infused vodka. " - brant cox, nikko duren
Jessie Clapp
