Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen

We had been wanting to visit this Ukrainian restaurant for a long time — and it was absolutely worth the wait! The food was truly delicious, and the service was very fast. Our bill came to around $120 for two people, which I think is a perfectly reasonable price for Chicago. I highly recommend trying the Medovik (honey cake) — it’s simply divine! The only downside is the limited hours of operation, which makes it a bit harder to plan a visit. But overall, a wonderful experience and definitely worth recommending.

Fantastic authentic Ukrainian place in the heart of Ukrainian Village in Chicago. We had borsh, Kiev’s cutlets, salo, vareniki! Everything was amazingly delicious, and they added finesse to the dish - e.g. cutlets were with three different purees on the side, and vareniki were beautifully arranged on the plate. Will definitely visit again next time in Chicago.

I went here to catch up with a friend. Could not recommend it enough. What a fun and fascinating and wonderfully delicious place. We went here for brunch and I would absolutely go back for brunch, but I want to try dinner here too! Absolutely recommend!

When I stepped into Tryzub, I felt like I was back in my Lviv. The restaurant was beautifully adorned with Ukrainian relics, books about Ukraine, and magical string lighting. The ceilings were a marvel to look at and the corner of the room was painted with a mural of Lviv's center. We had made a reservation as it was my birthday and Easter weekend. It was a good thing we did, because Tryzub was fully packed.When we got there, we checked in and were promptly seated. Our waitress, Vasylyna, took great care of us and I loved how I was able to order in Ukrainian. As far as the food, everything was delicious and tasted like back at home in Ukraine. I had the Chicken Kiev and my better half had the goulash.You cannot go wrong with either dish. For drinks, we had the kompot, a sour cherry infused spirit (which our waitress brought for me as a birthday gift), and a light Ukrainian beer. I really liked the infused spirit, and I loved the range of flavors that they have of these. Even though the restaurant was a 25 minute Uber ride from our hotel, we are so glad that we came here. My birthday celebration was complete at Tryzub and a special thank you to Vasylyna who made it even more special!!

The charcuterie board was incredible. The varenyky were good and tasted fresh, you can tell they’re made in house. Wheel of fun was fun. Torte was good. Lunch wasn’t cheap but was well worth it.

I've never tried Ukrainian food before coming here. Everything I ate and drank here was delicious! The gentlemen working the bar was friendly and kind. I can't wait until my next visit.

First time trying Ukrainian food. Delicious borscht, chicken kyiv, varenyky, and potato pancakes. Would come again.

Let me start my saying Ukranian food has a different flavor profile than what I gravitate towards. I'm west African and like cuisines that are flavorful with different spices. The food was mild for my taste buds but comforting. The beef goulash felt like a warm hug. The Salo was quite unique. The texture felt like cheese. It was a fun appetizer. I would probably pass on the mushroom soup if I came again. I liked their shot drafts with unique infused spirits. We had tart cherry, horseradish, and honey infused shots. As you can imagine, the horseradish was strong. It's not a flavor I usually consume.

Great vibe, good fresh food, good service. Definitely try the borscht. !

When I stepped into Tryzub, I felt like I was back in my Lviv. The restaurant was beautifully adorned with Ukrainian relics, books about Ukraine, and magical string lighting. The ceilings were a marvel to look at and the corner of the room was painted with a mural of Lviv's center. We had made a reservation as it was my birthday and Easter weekend. It was a good thing we did, because Tryzub was fully packed. When we got there, we checked in and were promptly seated. Our waitress, Vasylyna, took great care of us and I loved how I was able to order in Ukrainian. As far as the food, everything was delicious and tasted like back at home in Ukraine. I had the Chicken Kiev and my better half had the goulash. You cannot go wrong with either dish. For drinks, we had the kompot, a sour cherry infused spirit (which our waitress brought for me as a birthday gift), and a light Ukrainian beer. I really liked the infused spirit, and I loved the range of flavors that they have of these. Even though the restaurant was a 25 minute Uber ride from our hotel, we are so glad that we came here. My birthday celebration was complete at Tryzub and a special thank you to Vasylyna who made it even more special!!

In Chicago for the weekend and made my way to Ukrainian Village. Tryzub was highly rated, so I went there for lunch. Being half Ukrainian and having lived in Kyiv, I was hit with a wave of nostalgia as I stepped into the restaurant. The walls are adorned with various things that make you feel like you're in someone's home. Ukrainian pop music plays through the speakers. I sat at the bar, which features even more interesting aesthetics. I really wanted to holubtsi, but they were featuring their brunch menu. I had a breakfast skillet (essentially shakshuka) and potato pancakes. The skillet was great. The eggs could have used a pinch of salt, but the toasted, seasoned rye bread that's served with it more than makes up for it. Some people like thick potato pancakes, while I prefer them thin and crispy. The ones at Tryzub are somewhere in the middle. But they're served with plenty of sour cream and a tasty mushroom cream sauce. The bartender was friendly and accommodating, and I happily purchased a Tryzub t-shirt (the same ones that staff wear). If you're in Chicago and want to experience and support a Ukrainian business that also serves fantastic food, Tryzub is your spot!

Yelp... I wrote this entire review in Russian... then I went to post and you only left punctuation. What gives?! Here is the translation of what I wrote, thank goodness I had it saved. Please forgive that which sounds funky in translation. I won't lie. I've been putting this review off and on. I've been here twice, tried a lot of things, and haven't written a review. So, this review won't have all the details that I usually include, where I take each dish apart and tell you everything I thought. No. But this review will be in Russian (I wish, Yelp, I shake both my fists at thee!) I have Ukrainian heritage. Although my parents came from the Soviet Union, they were in Ukraine. The dishes my mother cooked were Ukrainian and those that were eaten in the general Soviet Union. Therefore, although I am not an expert on Ukrainian gastronomy, I ate real Ukrainian dishes at home. This is what Tryzub does well. Their food is one hundred and ten percent based on traditional food that was eaten in Ukraine and the General Union. What is especially cool is that Tryzub not only cooks traditional food, but does something creative with each dish. The quality of the ingredients and the food is amazing. Everything is thought out very well and everything is very fresh. I will tell you a big secret, because my mother does not read my reviews, that the mushroom soup I had here was a little bit tastier than what I eat at home. Now let's talk about the atmosphere. The whole restaurant is covered with memorabilia related to Ukraine and Ukrainian heritage. The decorations take up practically every space on the wall. But even then, they did not overdo it. There are restaurants that throw a bunch of pictures on and the result is God knows what. This is not the case here. Here you feel like you are in a Ukrainian home. And I want to add, some of the decorations are even a little funny. Now I want to talk about the service. It was very friendly. The food came out of the kitchen quickly, and the waitress who looked after us did everything in her power to make sure we had an awesome time. I'll tell you what helps me: I see "salo" or "borscht" - I know what it is. These dishes don't scare me. I imagine an American might see "traditional plate of lard" and ask: "What is this?" They'll tell him: "It's a pork product that's so fatty that it'll melt in the pan." Some will probably look at this waitress as if she had three heads. These things don't scare me. But it's precisely what I know that gives me the opportunity that when I bring my friends here who don't have Ukrainian or Soviet heritage, I can tell them what it is and tell them not to be afraid. In the worst case, I'll order it for myself, and they'll pinch off a piece of mine and then they'll understand: "Oh, this is delicious, listen!" Tryzub is one of the best restaurants I've been to. Not only in the Ukrainian food category, but in general. I would happily recommend this place to everyone. And if friends come to visit me, I won't let them go home until they are here.

I visited Chicago in March and went out of my way to visit this Ukrainian restaurant that had so many good reviews. It was around 1:45 PM on Saturday afternoon and there was no wait. The food was fantastic. The food was authentic, unique, and full of flavor. There were no bad dishes ordered! They also had a wide selection of drinks and cocktails, but I didn't feel like drinking that day. One small hiccup: when I first sat down, the server didn't give me the brunch menu, so I ordered from the regular lunch menu without realizing brunch was still available. Once I saw other people getting brunch dishes, I switched part of my order over. It wasn't a big deal, but it would've been nice to know all my options from the start. The vibe of the place was nice. It was casual and welcoming. Near the bathrooms, there's some bold anti-Putin artwork, which was both surprising and entertaining. All in all, this spot felt like one of those finds you want to tell everyone about, but also kind of want to keep to yourself because it's so good. I'll definitely be back - next time, for brunch right away.

Oh my goodness! I can't wait to go back here! Came with a large party and ate family style. Appetizer course was a variety of varenyky (dumplings). I particularly loved the mushroom kraut and potato dill flavors. I didn't like the beef as much but they were stilly tasty. The potato pancakes were amazing! So crispy and dense yet fluffy. I loved the disc shape because they were neatly made rather than lumpy as I'm used to seeing potato pancakes. Sort of reminded me of Mexican sopes but with potato instead of corn. I love the accoutrement...delightful mushroom sauce and other sauces I couldn't identify. The pickled veggies are SO good, I liked them better than the salad and pretty much ate them as a salad, I was surprised how much flavor was packed in the little cherry tomatoes! Honestly I could just eat the appetizer course all day! The second course, soup, was a tasty borscht and I don't usually appreciate beets. The main course was, strangely, my least favorite. I did not like the vegetarian stuffed cabbage nor the chicken kyiv. I think the veggie cabbage roll was something they did special for us since we had 2 vegetarians in the party. The chicken was flavorful but the meat itself was dry. The cheese stuffed polenta balls (New Style Banosh) was AMAZING however! Sooo crispy and gooey and dense. Oh em gee I need more! But they're so filling! The steak was good too, seemed like a beef chop. Well seasoned and nice to eat. I think the main issue was the timing of the dishes. There was a lot of time between courses and I think it might just have been poor communication between the party host and the staff, and I think they were just being conscious of giving us socializing time because once we asked them to step up the timing it came much faster. The staff was attentive and swift, but the atmosphere was very loud and the waitress was very soft spoken so it was hard to understand what was coming to the table (since the host had pre-ordered). But they still did a nice job. The drinks were very nice, my friend had a wheel of fun, a miniature ferris wheel with shots on it. Very cute! I had the non-alcoholic Berry Kompot and it was FABULOUS! It looks like it would be very sweet and rich, but it's actually very refreshing and more subtle in flavor than the color would suggest. I'm getting hungry again just writing this review!

We love the place . U can feel Ukrainian atmosphere . Food is the same like in Ukraine . Personal are friendly and service was really good .

We were visiting Chicago in September, and wanted Ukrainian food, we took several trains and walked 1.5 miles, and an uber to get here. It was worth every mile! It was the best meal we'd had in a long time!

Wow is all I can say to start. Upon walking in, this is one of the most beautiful restaurants in the neighborhood. The service was very welcoming and gave a great rundown of the menu. I'm familiar with Eastern European food being Eastern European myself, but knew nothing of Ukrainian food. The potato pancake flight is a great starter! I had the hunters stew and it was so filling and luscious for a cold day. The real hidden gem here is the infused spirits, seriously they have a flavor for every kind of cocktail. The Bloody Mariyka was superb and a wonderful compliment to the app. I can't wait to come back for supper. The brunch menu is smaller than the dinner menu as expected but I need to engage the full menu for maximum food coma enjoyment.

food was sooo good! the server was super nice and knowledgeable in the dishes they served, and the inside/patio was perfect for what we were looking for. the kimchi cabbage rolls were the perfect amount of spice/flavor, and the plains of ukraine drink was super freshing!

This restaurant embodies the heart and soul of Ukrainian Village- the food and atmosphere both deliver bold, refined sensations while also paying homage to Ukrainian history and tradition. The service is expeditious and genial. We ordered a menagerie of different dishes- a Varenyky (Pierogi) party platter, Chicken Kyiv, and Goulash. They all tasted unique and superb. The Varenyky were definitely the fan favorite, I got to try very interesting combination of new flavors. I'm no expert on authentic Ukrainian food so I can't speak on its authenticity but the flavors were all delectable.

Tryzub remains one of my absolute favorite restaurants in the Chicago area (and probably one of my favorite restaurants period). It is such a special place. The ambiance and energy is so warm and inviting. The service is top tier and the food and drinks never miss. I always look forward to a Chicago trip because I know we'll be getting a meal in here.

1000% would not be back. Service was good, but food was awful. The cabbage dish was so dry we reported it. Server did not mention to remove from bill. The pancake cheese dessert was horrendous and the texture of cottage cheese. Server spilled dirty silverware on me (apologized) then gave me dry cloth to clean off. Again, Would not be back.

We really enjoyed the food at Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen. It felt authentic, and the flavors were comforting and delicious. There are some mixed reviews on here, but it might just depend on what you order. We got the veggie options, and they were fantastic.

Really cool spot, it feels like a very authentic Ukrainian restaurant like a high-end place I expect in Kyiv or Lviv.

Great experience here! Made a reservation online. They offered a ton of traditional Ukrainian dishes, some with a modern twist. We ordered an assortment and shared them. Potato Pancakes 5/5 - super crisp and delicious sauce Borscht- 5/5 not my fav soup but my Ukrainian husband said it was on point Fried dough (idr the name) 5/5 flaky and delicious filling, good sauce Chicken Kiev - 4/5 very tasty, just smaller portion than anticipated Mixed party platter - 3/5 some better than others but all very unique! None bad and a cool concept, just enjoy the original better. Service was great. Lots of alcohol options and good vibes/decor inside.

Great food and service overall and fun cocktails. I got the spicy kimchi stuffed cabbage and really enjoyed

Tried this place for lunch after Liturgy. Interesting interior decor and nice wait staff. They were still with the brunch menu, so I can only speak on that. The vereniky were pretty good, but not as good as you could get elsewhere in Ukrainian Village. The potato pancakes were good, as were the beer selection (many from Ukraine) and mushroom soup.

Got recommended by one of my Ukrainian friend and it didn't disappoint. The borscht was amazing, if was the first time I've ever tried something like that. Overall, one thing I've noticed was the flavors of the food are very mild for my Asian tastebuds. Not sure if this is how Ukrainian food is supposed to taste like. The ambience was intimate, also had lots of Ukraine-related decorations. The only drawback would be the service, it was a little slow since there were only 2 waiters for the whole restaurant.

Very unique design with a personal touch makes you come back to discover more details. But we love this place not only for the atmosphere but great food and house infused vodka (clever flavor which you can pair to the food). Everything on the menu is good - our personal favorites are assorted pierogi, salo, cherry varennyki and honey cake!. The service is fast and staff is very friendly.

The varenyky party planner is worth every dollar! Incredible! The drinks are deliciously creative and the environment is cozy. The rest of the entrees were good but the dumplings were the shining star. Can't wait to go back and try their mushroom soup.

Food is SOOOO Good and we love trying the different flavors of vodka. All the staff is so nice and helpful in describing the food. Also just a super cool history lesson to read the menu/table/overall decor.

This is a cute spot, great for both large group parties and more intimate meals. The interior is spacious and intricately decorated-- a lot of patriotic Ukranian decorations. The prices on the menu correspond to important years in Ukranian history, which are all written out along the menu edges. I ordered the Green Sauerkraut Varenyky, which I really enjoyed! It was my first time trying varenyky, but I could tell it was very fresh-- the dough is springy and hand-made, and the texture is soft and creamy. The filling was flavorful and delicious. However, the portions felt small for most of the dishes-- especially for the price. -- Price (relative to peers): 4/5 Food: 4.5/5 Ambience: 4.5/5 Service: 4/5 Overall Value: 4/5

The place is easy to find. We arrived in Uber so not sure about parking lot space. I saw on the website that you do have to reserve a table, so I make the reservation by email on their website around 3:30 pm but I didn't get a response until two hours later, and they offered me a table at 9pm though I requested one for 5 pm. After I sent the email we just went ahead to the place before 5 pm and we were lucky to find a table without the reservation. I did called ahead of time to make sure they were not super busy. I got the winter borshch ( first time trying) it was good but not what I expected. Our server was very nice and polite. The price of the food was a little expensive because the ingredients (beets) not exotic or hard to find. You can go to major restaurants and get a dish with meet for the same price. THEY ADD 3.5% Surcharge when using credit cards. The ambiance is nice and the decor is pretty, the hallway towards the restroom is like a museum with historical info and decor.

Such a cozy spot for meeting up with friends - the interior feels like you're in someone's living room with lots of cool Ukrainian decor, and lots of people around you speaking Russian and Ukrainian too! The cocktails were delicious - the gypsy fortune teller was super tasty as was the mezcal cocktail. A got the Uzvar which was a delicious smoky non-alcoholic drink. There's a lot of house infused spirits to choose from, and the party wheel looked like a lot of fun at other tables (basically a ferris wheel of shots). The food was also quite tasty - we got Salo (basically thin sliced pork fat with bread, mustard, and onions) and the rainbow party platter of pierogi. The party platter was fun to share and most of the flavors were pretty good - I'm not a big fan of ground beef, but I really liked the vegetarian options! For entrees, we shared the beef goulash (which was just okay for me - the beef was a bit dry) and banosh (basically fried polenta balls - super tasty). Dessert was probably a highlight - their honey cake was lovely with lots of cinnamon, and the sour cherry varenyky were phenomenal. Service is probably the main area for improvement - we barely saw our waitress and it was a bit hard to get the attention of someone when we were trying to order. Overall, definitely worth a repeat visit!

When I first walked into the restaurant I swore I had walked into a time portal to Ukraine. Most of the guests and servers were speaking in their local language, which I thought was super cool and even more authentic! I ended up sitting at the bar because it was only me and the server there (I think Kyle was his name) was very cool, attentive, and great with the recommendations. He even recommended some Chi town spots for me to check out on my visit. The ambiance was very casual and the restaurant wasn't super busy while I was there. I ordered the chicken Kyiv and the mushroom soup, both of which were good. I actually liked the soup better than the Kyiv. I was turned off by how the butter practicality came on me when I cut the chicken open perhaps this is the surprise of the chicken Kyiv. The soup was hearty and filling. The chicken was nice, but I wouldn't say anything special. However, I would recommend it for someone who has never had the dish as an introduction to Ukrainian food. I would definitely visit again to try their brunch when I'm in the chi next time.

I went here with a friend and really enjoyed trying this place for the first time. We loved the crispy polenta balls with mushroom sauce and also enjoyed the crispy potato pancakes. The stuffed cabbage rolls had a yummy sauce. The decor and space is also super cute, I love the way they decorated this place, including the colorful tape on the door.

I've loved everything I've eaten and my baby loves looking around the restaurant at all the decor. All service comes with a smile, I always find easy street parking and get a table immediately - what more can you ask for? Tryzub is highly enjoyable and I will surely make my way through the whole menu.

Wow! Did we eat well! The food was delicious! The polenta (banosh) and the chicken paprikosh, served in a pumpkin! This place has very attentive servers, great food, and a real sense of history. The food prices are each related to an historical date! So dine scrumptiously and have a history lesson too. Gentlemen, be sure to give Vladmir P what he deserves!!! Check out the men's room!

I stumbled across this establishment thanks to my Ukranian friend who was visiting town and insisted we try some of his culture's food. That being said, this was my first experience having Ukranian food and it definitely did not disappoint (though I do not have anything else to compare it to). I learned a lot of cultural nuances during my dining experience, especially accompanied by a Ukrainian native-- like the recommendation to dip the the raw green onions by dipping in salt before pairing alongside the soup, bread, and really with any of the other dishes. From my photos, you can see that we ordered a little bit from every part of the menu. I was pleasantly surprised by the multifacetedness of dishes ordered. I feel like I got a little bit of salty, sour, and sweet throughout the meal-- my tastebuds were definitely satisfied! Prices were a bit high for some of the dishes in my opinion, but I thought it was fun that they coincided with significant dates in Ukranian history. Although my knowledge of Ukrainian cuisine is limited, Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen served as an excellent introduction to the flavors and traditions of this culture. I'd definitely come again to try some more dishes!

This restaurant is situated in the heart of the Ukrainian Village in Chicago. I enjoyed arriving here as my Uber driver dropped me off near the front entrance. I loved seeing the charming neighborhood. The interior of this restaurant has a nice traditional and modern twist to it. Their bar area is nice and they offer a nice variety of drinks. I started off with a Ukrainian Beer, skipped an appetizer and ordered the Beef Goulash for my entree. Besides Beef Goulash, they offer Chicken Kyiv, Crispy Pork Shnitzels, Stuffed Cabbage, Ukrainian Steak and other traditional entrees. My waitress was personable. She recommended the brand of Ukrainian Beer I started off with when I asked for a traditional beer to drink. The Beef Goulash was different but good. I've been accustomed to other styles of Beef Goulash. It was good and filling. Unfortunately, I had to stop there. Wish I brought a heartier appetite for trying an appetizer and dessert. Nonetheless, I'm so glad that I had a chance to experience this place. Also, I didn't need to wait long for my food to arrive. If you haven't visited Chicago's Ukrainian Village, I recommend checking this place out for lunch or dinner. Bring an appetite as well! Also, I enjoyed walking to the restroom and seeing the various traditional Ukrainian items hanging on the wall. Overall, this place has an elegant and casual twist which I love. They did an excellent job decorating it. I will definitely return here when I visit the Windy City again!

This place is so charming! We wanted to eat from their main menu but wasn't aware that brunch is from open till 2pm. Nonetheless, the food was amazing! The borshe with pork it's so homey rich and warm perfect portion to split (and only $8). But the surprising show stopper was actually the infused spirits. I'm sure the cocktails are great but the shots alone are delicious. They are so smooth and so rich. I could legit drink a bottle.

We came here to celebrate my friend's birthday! The restaurant looks so authentic and has some nice vibes in general but the food and the service is questionable. The food took forever to arrive! I ordered chicken Kyiv. Unfortunately it was a very small piece of chicken. It would feels like eating only 3 pieces of chicken nuggets. There was no sides coming with this dish. No rice , no noodles, no salad , no fries. I paid more than 18 dollars for this dish and I was still very very hungry. The portion felt to me like i just ate a complimentary bread and butter and still waiting for the main dish. (There were no complimentary bread and butter btw) Every body felt sorry for my dish lol The restaurant was dirty and not clean, there was a lot of flies on the wall and tables. I felt so disgusted and I was worried about flies falling in my cup of water! The thing that we didn't like as well, was the bill. They ignored the request of sperating the bills and included all orders in one bill. When we asked them to correct it, the refused saying " we can't. It is already in the system" We all know that they can adjust it !! but they didn't want to adjust it. Another thing is that they included 18% of the price in the bill as tip for themselves, plus something called service fees. They added it without even asking us. Then, they asked for more tips afterwards as well! It is not professional , Specially they don't even mention anything about the 18% tip in the menu or thier website. Forcing customers to pay tips without notice or permission is not acceptable , specially if the customer didn't even like the service!! I am not coming back here and I don't recommend this place.

It's worth giving it a shot, just know that **everything is a la carte** and you might want some veggies. We got some Varenyky as an appetizer, they were quite good. My girlfriend got the Chicken Kyiv. It was quite flavorful, kind of like Chicken Cordon Bleu. It could have been bigger... it was just that chicken on a plate, basically no sides. I got the New Style Banosh. It was very flavorful, I think this was the winner of the evening. They were fried polenta balls with cheese on the inside. The mushroom sauce on the outside was very good, but there wasn't enough of it. 2 others with us got the Crispy Pork Schnitzels. It was straight up breaded, fried schnitzels (cool, no problem) on a plate with mustard and ketchup squirted in lines on the plate for a little flair. No sides, just 2 maybe 4.5" disks of deep fried schnitzel on a plate. WHY did the server not tell us we should get some sides? She was not great. She was not around much at all. She definitely didn't seem happy to be there. The food took forever to get to us even though the restaurant was pretty full but def not capacity. The place was really cute, I'll give it that. The back area near/inside the bathrooms was fun. Wladimir Klitschko was at their grand opening, in case you know who he is. Seems like a fun guy.

Outstanding service and decor! Delicious. It was our first time having Ukrainian food and we plan to go back! Easy street parking; pay for two hours (not that service is slow, because it isn't) so you can relax and have a multi-course experience or just enjoy the atmosphere for longer. Good place for conversation time. So welcoming!

I grew up on this food, so I appreciate the cuisine and the atmosphere of the restaurant. It is beautifully decorated and offers both indoor and outdoor seating. We had no problem booking a table and had a nice dinner here. We ordered a few different dishes - borsch, vareniki, and syrniki and all our food tasted perfect. The ingredients were fresh, perfect temperature, and good portion size. The wait wasn't long either. Our server was attentive and friendly and we enjoyed our visit. Definitely coming back and highly recommend.

If you walk in here you are hit with the Ukrainian coat of arms and a ton of great nationalist decor. They greet you in Ukrainian too but I moved from Kiev when I was 3 so unfortunately I don't speak it... only Russian. They either don't speak Russian or refuse, which is fine, so English it was. We ordered two fruity black teas and the sour cherry Vareniki. I usually do savory dumplings but these were so tasty, especially with the chocolate on top to balance out the tartness. The teas were also absolutely delicious and came out with the bag held to the glass cup by a clothespin, which kind of brings memories of being home and having fresh laundry hanging in the backyard. I would have loved to come back here to try lunch but they were closed on Monday so I will have to give it another try when I'm back.

Stopped by for lunch, and we were so glad we did! Everything we ordered was amazing. Varenyky, Lviv chicken, potato pancakes, and sour cherry varenyky were immaculate. Coming from Polish and Ukrainian families, we were thrilled to discover this place and will definitely come back with friends. Ambiance smelled like home.

This place is amazing , between their cocktail and spirit list and the Ukrainian history on the menu, you really can't go wrong. We came during the week and were sat immediately - it did take a while for the waitress to take our order but it did look like she was the only one working, or maybe they work at a more relaxed pace. Either way, come with the expectation that the experience might be a slower one! I highly recommend getting the potato pancakes as well as the stuffed cabbage.

We LOVED this meal- omg even the tweens gobbled up everything! I thought stuff like chicken skewers & burger would be boring but they were really tasty. I would love to eat the potato pancakes like DAILY. Tart cherry vodka was fabulous too. Was a little bit of a wait to get in on weekend. Staff were friendly, prices very reasonable. We parked about a block away free on street. Definitely on our list to return again!

I try not to mix my restaurant excursions-or reviews thereof-with larger social and political issues. However, in this case, it is inescapable that as I write, the status of Ukraine as a country is very much unknown. And what happens tomorrow could date this review very quickly. Many of the people working here were clearly still learning English (though this is not to say that they weren't providing good customer service), and though I'm not the sort of person to ask questions, it's hard to sit in this restaurant and not wonder what's going on in their minds. But this is still a business, and by any measure, they delivered an experience worth coming and paying for. The interior is quite marvelously decorated, and even the men's bathroom held a variety of posters in the style of humor one might expect from the region. The menu was surprisingly vegetarian-friendly, and given my indulgent travel habits, I was happy to order a sauerkraut and mushroom dumpling dish, because I'm sorely in need of probiotics and fiber. Sour is probably my least favorite of the major tastes, and I have rarely ever eaten Central European cuisine, but this dish delivered a variety of flavors and I had no trouble devouring it quickly. An aromatic local tea was also recommended to me. This was not the first thing that came to mind when I decided to visit Chicago, but I'm glad I tried it, and I can't help but wish these people well.

I think this place has one of best dumplings that you can try. Very rich and unique its approach and take. The shell color is made of natural juices and spices which makes it very unique. The chicken Kyiv was filled with an amazing dill sauce and it came with parsnip purée and overall quite a delight. I'd definitely be going back for more The stuffed cabbage is amongst the best in the city and something to die for

I was actually was super impressed by this place. I would say it's more of a 4.5, but I'll bump it up to a 5 because it's important to support Ukrainian businesses. Either way, it meets the hype. They make their own infused vodkas which is super neat. I tried to get the group to partake, but they decided to go with cocktails made with the infusions. I got the Bloody Marikya which was made with horseradish infused vodka. It was super tasty, but super spicy. I do like they went bold. For apps, we got the charcuterie board and the potato pancakes. Both were actually excellent and I was surprised by the potato pancakes with mushroom sauce. I'm usually not a fan of those kinds of pancakes and mushrooms, but this worked! I went next with the pork schnitzel and an order with potato wedges. I thought they should have come together and both were a little pricey. However, both dishes were excellent. I liked the wedges with its sauce that reminded me of potatoes bravas. The schnitzel was a little bit of a safe choice, but it was crispy and tasty. It was also presented well! We finished with a chocolate cake and sweet pancakes . Both were excellent and melted in my mouth. I'd gladly save room for these dishes. As for the service, it was fine, but there seemed to be a bit of out of synch with plates being delivered and taken away. The server was trying hard and he was super accommodating so I'm just guessing he was a little frazzled with the popularity of this place due to current events. When it's all said and done, this was an excellent dinner and I will be sure to stop by again. If you want to support the local Ukrainians, this is a good place to start.

The décor is very unique and colorful which speaks to the heritage. Behind the cashier/hostess is a small hallway filled with pictures of the past. It feels like a family restaurant where you are not judged if you spoke a tad too loud during lunch. We ordered the Trio Pancake, Chicken Kyiv, and Chocolate Walnut cake. Both entrees came out with colorful sauces and decoration, which look too pretty to eat. I can taste the squash, avocado, and other flavors in the sauces. Both the potato pancakes and Kyiv were fried, which I thought would be healthier pan fried or baked, but very appetizing. The Chicken in the Kyiv was tender as there were a lot of chicken broth with dill inside. The portions are on the small side so I am glad that we ordered the Walnut cake for dessert. They have a small but selective option for cocktails, wine, and coffee drinks. We saw patio space on the side, but I feel like it was easier to get service on the inside since staffing is so tight these days. The staff is friendly and willing to explain what the dishes are. We found free parking on the side street next to it which is a nice surprise.

Great food and drink. Inviting atmosphere and great service. Perfect for all occasions. Easy street parking.

Found the place quite charming and inviting. I tried the potato varenyky, chicken Kiev and stuffed cabbage. It was quite different from others I have tried at Polish restaurants. I found it not as heavy but left the restaurant quite stuffed. I enjoyed the traditional flavors of each dish and visually they were pleasing to see when the plate was placed in front of me. I will definitely go back and next time I will have to try their borsch!

I took some friends visiting Chicago here and we all loved it. It was our first time trying Ukrainian cuisine and everything was so tasty. I especially really enjoyed the party platter of pierogis or varenyky. It was colorful each bite was full of flavors. We also opted for the wheel of fun and tried a lot of fun flavors. Wild blueberry basil and pomegranate vanilla were incredibly pleasant. I'd not recommend horseradish

My husband and I moved to UKV about 3 years ago and I can't believe it took us this long to try this place. We were able to grab seats at the bar on a Saturday night (every table was full) and ordered a wheel of vodka (yes you read that correctly). They have a whole menu of house-infused vodkas and they were all amazing! The dragonfruit habenero was my fave. For an appetizer we got the fried varenyky (incredible) then ordered the schnitzel and cabbage rolls for dinner. Both were delicious, but I'll be back specifically for those cabbage rolls! Cant wait to try more on our next visit (and of course more cabbage rolls).

The whole package; yummy foods, great desserts, super nice staff, great decor. Your correspondent had the mushroom soup, the schnitzel, and the walnut cake; all were real winners. The faces of the other diners at the table reflected equal joy. You can easily email them from their website to confirm a reservation a few hours before you want to go. A great night night out, a lovely meal, and #SlavaUkraini!