So we were just walking by and peeked in to see this beautiful bar and heard really good music…read more The woman who owns the bar invited us in and found us a table. She recommended drinks based on what we like to drink normally. My hubby and I had two drinks each and both were really good. The vibe is really cool in here. We sat for 2 hours. The bathroom was nice too. Met a couple nice people. If I lived there, I would go here all the time.

I had a craving for Russian and Matreshka did not disappoint. This cozy restaurant offers up an…read moreEastern European menu in quaint quarters. The staff, friendly and English speaking, will quickly get you a table (and, at times, offer some vodka). I settled down to beef stroganoff, a cup of hot Ukrainian borscht, and a glass of kvass (a crisp, tart/sweet drink made from fermented rye bread). The borscht had a deep flavour, complimented by a small drizzle of sour cream and shreds of simmered meat, while the stroganoff was rich and satisfying, the tender beef paired well with mushrooms and onions in a silky smooth dill-and-cream sauce. Main dishes come with your choice of potato; even simple boiled potatoes make for a fine side.

Good overall. Borscht, of course. Blini were good. Service was fine. Ambiance is cafe style home…read morecooking place.

As an Eastern European, I felt that this place hit the spot. We ordered the "Worker and Farmer"…read morebrunch for two on a late Sunday morning, after quickly being seated (not bad for a Sunday), as well as a variety of drinks (I was too excited with all the options they had, including birch juice!). I really liked the fresh fruity (raspberry-based?) mors, and the kvass was not too bad. The brunch itself was very tasty. I especially enjoyed the eggplant spread ("eggplant caviar"?), the cold cut and the sirniki with homemade strawberry jam. Really felt like being home at babushka's place :) The only downside was the coffee, it tasted a little bit burnt. But leaving something to be desired has never been a bad thing!

Anastasia is quite a nice Russian restaurant in Samariterkiez in Friedrichshain. Overall it has…read morehearty and tasty food, a very friendly staff, and a nice ambiance. Worth a visit. The lunch and dinner menu feature a variety of typically Russian fare, including blinis, pelmenis, Russian salad, and others. They also have a daily menu with salads, portions of pasta, and other small dishes. The prices are not cheap - it's easy to spend more than 10€/person on food, which Berlin is rather on the expensive side. But the uniqueness and taste make it well worth it. An additional bonus is the wide number of drinks and teas on offer. The staff is friendly and normally attentive, although a couple of times that we have been there, we have had to seek out the staff if we have additional requests. But honestly in Berlin that's not abnormal. Recommended!!

Surprisingly bourgeois in the middle of the punk kiez - and a bit priceyer than its neighbors…read more Good food - big portions. And maybe the best blinis in town - the salmon/horseradish ones are to die for! Very popular outdoor seating in the summer.

An excellent selection of drinks and a quaint bar to chill in for a pre-dinner cocktail or even a…read morenight-cap makes the interior that much more enjoyable. Thanks Artyom for making the drinks for us! -cheers

Right next to Madame Claude, this Russian bar reminds me of those sleazy brunch places that they…read morehave in Union Square and the tenderloin in San Francisco. It's all about the cheesy wallpaper. You can smoke in the entire place, so if you are a non-smoker, beware. You have entered into Russian territory! Fair drink prices and decent music. I liked the feel of this place. Despite showing up on a weekend, the place wasn't packed and it was easy to find a place to sit. I would say that this place is best enjoyed before heading out to some clubs or for a chat with about 2-6 people (unless drinking alone is your thing). I would be curious to come here during the afternoon and have some coffee. Seems like it would be a good atmosphere for that as well. The restrooms were clean, especially for a dive bar, and I always love it when they also have hand moisturizer too, right next to the soap. Call me weird. It was a good experience and I would come here again.

The dining room is beautiful! Food is super yummy. Service was fast and organized. Card only.read more

Would totally recommend this place, dinner was a little pricy compared to my usual dinners but the…read morepargit was super tasty. Loved the chicken skewers and potatoes, especially in the pomegranate sauce. Not entirely filling but a beer or two helps with that.

Really amazing breakfast. Coffee was also good. Nice service people smiling. I really recommend…read morethis place. 100%.

Great place with relaxing ambience, awesome food and friendly service. Every day there's a…read moredifferent menu, so one doesn't get wary. Will definitely be back!

Stopped by this restaurant looking to enjoy a bowl of soljanka well before the closing hours posted…read morehere and it was closed. Cannot tell if the business just doesn't follow their hours or is closed permanently.

Meh. Not horrible but doesn't hold a candle to the dozen+ other restaurants we've tried in Berlin,…read moreand not close to Samovar in terms of Russian food. The borscht was mediocre, The wareniki weren't any better (taste or consistency) than something from a cheap diner. The salad was gritty making me wonder if it was washed properly. And the prices weren't even that great.