Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen

"If you're with self-proclaimed "party people" who want a night fueled by a ferris wheel of vodka shots infused with sour cherry or horseradish, go to this spot in Ukrainian Village. Tryzub's menu has well-made borscht, salo, and stuffed cabbage. But the varenyky party platter is non-negotiable, with four varieties ranging from standard potato to rich sauerkraut and mushroom. Don't be surprised when dinner devolves into a competitive game of I-Spy with neighboring (and equally tipsy) tables in the tchotchke-filled room." - john ringor

"Tryzub’s decorative touches like old framed photos, walls with painted plaza scenes, and shelves of knickknacks and books give this Ukrainian Village restaurant tons of charm. It’s perfect for a fun group meal—especially once a mini ferris wheel full of shots infused with flavors like sour cherry or horseradish makes it to dinner. They have tasty Ukrainian dishes like borscht, salo, and stuffed cabbage, but the best thing on the menu is the varenyky party platter. This plate of 16 varenyky comes with four types ranging from standard potato, to a rich sauerkraut and mushroom. And when paired with the aforementioned shots, sharing these dumplings definitely turns into a party." - John Ringor

"Chicago’s wealth of Eastern European culture is on full display at this prominent corner restaurant in Ukrainian Village. The large restaurant and bar is full of Ukrainian design elements and artifacts that show off its family ownership’s national pride." - Ashok Selvam