Moscow on the Hill
Russian restaurant · Summit-University
371 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
Highlights
Authentic Russian & Eastern European fare with 300+ vodkas
Authentic Russian & Eastern European fare with 300+ vodkas
"A comforting Russian and Eastern European spot notable for serving a house horseradish vodka and standing out among St. Paul's unpretentious, classic bars and restaurants." - Stacy Brooks
"Moscow on the Hill’s vodka lounge is unparalleled: More than 300 unique vodkas are on offer, but the restaurant’s calling card is its peppery Referent horseradish vodka, distilled in nearby New Richmond, Wisconsin. If you’re overwhelmed by all the choices, don’t despair — the bartenders have recommendations in hand. To help settle the liquor in your stomach, order a plate of pillowy deruny (Ukranian-style potato pancakes). Reservations are available via Tock, and online ordering is available." - Justine Jones
"Hearty classic Russian fare has long been served at this classic eatery, including tender pelmeni, topped with sour cream, perfectly sized to nestle into a soup spoon; chicken Kyiv, fried until shatteringly crisp and served with pickled red cabbage; disks of fried potato, dusted with dill and garlic and paired with a selection of dipping sauces, each with their own neighborhood fanbase. Reservations are available on Tock, and you can also order takeout." - Julie Yu
"Moscow on the Hill is a St. Paul staple for Eastern European fare. Think: pillowy deruny (Ukranian-style potato pancakes), borscht, chicken Kyiv, and neatly wrapped pelmeni served with a dollop of sour cream. The infused vodkas — particularly the horseradish — are one of this restaurant’s specialties. There’s a big, leafy patio out back for when the weather’s good; otherwise, the main dining room, draped in rich red and gold fabrics, is one of St. Paul’s coziest. Reservations are available on Tock, and you can also order takeout." - Eli Radtke
"Moscow on the Hill is known for countless savory staples (Think: Ukranian-style Vareniki dumplings and beef stroganoff) and many flavored vodkas., However, its Russian borscht (that’s gluten-free and vegetarian!) is still one of the most talked-about and most purple soups in the Cities. The soup comes brimming with the requisite beets, potatoes, and cabbage, plus sour cream and parsley. Reservations are accepted through Tock and the restaurant also accepts online orders." - Cinnamon Janzer
