Poseidónas G.
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I’ve been coming here on and off for the past five years.
The restaurant is styled “à la d’Italia.”
Always check whether the owner’s marketing truly matches the traditions of Italian cuisine. For example, if you’re looking for the real, honest classic of Italian pasta, ask how they prepare the famous “carbonara.” If it’s made with cream and bacon (like in our home kitchens), especially smoked bacon, you can immediately take away a star—even if the dish is perfectly cooked—because it strays from the authentic recipe. The true version is actually simpler than what 95% of places serve (cream, butter—which is hardly natural anymore in Ukraine—and bacon instead of proper pancetta).
Unfortunately, here too they didn’t follow the authentic recipe: they used regular smoked bacon, and naturally the sauce ended up far from the original, as did the taste.
The staff are friendly, fast, polite, and attentive. They’re all great. The oven is Pompeii-style, and the pizza is excellent. They even have ’nduja from Calabria—those who know will appreciate it; I won’t explain for amateurs.
Prices are moderate. The interior is an industrial loft with rustic‑eco accents. Cozy, bright, calm, and festive. On birthdays, the restaurant congratulates guests with a complimentary treat. It’s always busy, so it’s better to book a table in advance—even on weekdays.
Sometimes the line stretches through the courtyard and out onto the sidewalk. The staff offer sparkling wine to those waiting as a complimentary gesture for their patience.
The coffee is delicious and aromatic. Prices are excellent, from 50 UAH (about €1) to 90 UAH (about €2).
There are lots of women here—it’s comfortable and welcoming for them. They often come in groups, what they call a “girls’ vibe.”
I recommend this restaurant.
But for the carbonara pasta, I give 4 stars instead of 5—the reason explained above!
