Chekhov
In an era of bombastic interiors and overpriced sushi, locals are grateful for this hidden spot, which faithfully re-creates a 19th-century Russian estate. While Chopin is played on a white piano, waitresses in period dresses deliver exquisite dacha (country house) dishes. Try the home-pickled porcinis, veal ribs with boiled potatoes, or any of the house-infused vodkas in flavors like pin nut or horseradish.
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From Food & Wine, Dec 2008
“At Chekhov, a pianist played Chopin—the city is full of underemployed classical musicians moonlighting at restaurants—while waitresses in 19th-century-style outfits delivered the kind of lyrical dacha food that makes every Russian reach for a shot glass...” MORE>>
From the May 2008 Food & Wine Go List
In an era of bombastic interiors and overpriced sushi, locals are grateful for this hidden spot, which evokes a 19th-century Russian estate. While Chopin is played on a white piano, waitresses in period dresses deliver exquisite dacha (country house) dishes.
We loved: Home-pickled porcinis; veal ribs with boiled young potatoes.
Insider tip: Try the house-infused vodkas, in flavors such as pine nut and fresh horseradish.
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