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Very glad to return to this wonderful casual-elegant Georgian-Eastern European restaurant…read more All dishes are made on premises, even the delicious pickled herring, pickled vegetables and soups. After several visits, I can report that all dishes we've tasted were delicious and prepared with care. Service is friendly, prompt and efficient. Sadly, I forgot to take photos of the delicately spiced stuffed cabbage (4 pieces per order!) and the pickled getting with pickled onions and fried slices of potatoes. Highly recommended.

Don't expect a fancy place, but going there is definitely worth it. The pierogies and the potato…read morepancakes were both excellent. The Georgian dumplings were great as well. It was Homey and you can bring your own drinks, and service was good even though it was very busy. Enjoy!

House Beef Pelmeni with broth

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4.2(377 reviews)

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Uzbekistan Restaurant never disappoints us! The food is always absolutely delicious, fresh,…read moregenerous, and made with real soul. Whether we dine in or order delivery, everything arrives beautifully prepared and tastes wonderful every single time. The owner is incredibly kind, attentive, and accommodating. They have catered our holiday tables more than once, including Passover, and everything was done with such care and respect. That means a great deal to our family. As former New Yorkers ourselves, we know and miss good, authentic food, so we are not easy to impress. Uzbekistan Restaurant truly makes us happy and reminds us of the flavors we grew up with. We are so grateful to have them in Philadelphia and recommend them from the heart!

A Magical hidden gem on slow nights…read more.. As I entered the patio I felt magically transported to a city with a big reputation. Quant and romantic. Restorative. Great for everyone, Sat by the corner wishing it was a coffee lounge... tried borscht, the hummus and the Moscow fish. All so very delicious.... Great service overall but Soviet style has to relax a bit with an upsell. Loved it...

Spacious dining room

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Had a But Mitzva for my granddaughter on November 30, 2024…read moreIt was the most wonderful event. Service was excellent. Food was fresh and delicious. couldn't ask for anything better. in one word: SUPERB! Thank you Vitalik for making this day exceptional!

Was recently at Randevu for my Grandfather's 90th birthday. We were a little hesitant to have a…read moreparty, especially with elderly, during COVID times. Everything was top notch. We had a group of about 26 people in the whole restaurant. We were spit up at tables of six people per table. Each table was set apart with ample distance, this is unusual for Russian restaurant and was much appreciated. The servers were masks at all times. Service was superb - every request granted immediately. Food was good as usual. I was happy to see Randevu adopt to the ever-changing world and have safety measures in place that made it easy to still have a party and not be overly worried.

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Had a great time last weekend. Food, service and music was amazing ! Will be back soon!read more

Every bite was delicious! Almost all the food exceeds expectations. The prices align with the…read moreexperience quality. The employees provided service that set a new standard for me. I'm anticipating another great experience.

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So yummy. Food is delicious ! I love it Space is so cute…read moreand elegant. Elegant ambiance and vibes Service. Well it's Russian ! So you can imagine

I went here for a birthday dinner and it was amazing!! The food was great and it was super nice…read moreand clean. We loved it so much. And we're willing to come back soon!!

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We went with friends to this restaurant to eat authentic Georgian cuisine. Oh boy what a…read moredisappointment it was. Our initial order was changed and we didn't get the chachapury that we wanted. The gulyen was tasteless with big barely cooked mushrooms. The xinkali was not as tasty. Another thing that turned us off, there was 2 Ukrainian parties that only wanted to dance to their authentic songs. I would not coming back there for sure. If you really want to eat great Georgian food and amazing service go to Tasty Land in Manalapan, you won't be disappointed!

I also thought pretty good about this restarant, until today when we had a trivia game at the…read morerestaurant and apparety we were a big annoyance to the owner and the waitres because they had to come to work and sell food! Food was mostly good, even though for a prefix for $35 we had two tiny salad (for 4 people), a small plate of potatoes, chicken shish kebab was fine, sie of fried was ok, khchapuri was decent. Service was non existant. When asked waitres to bring icethe look on her ace told me right away " never ask again" THe highlightof te evening was the owner who was very dismissive and nasty If you like Georgian food i would good to a Tasty Land in Manalapan (or maybe it is Marboro). Better food, bigger portions, some service.

Turkey - forgettable

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Lamb lula kebab in a lavash

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We were invited out to dinner by friends - they wouldn't tell us where we were going - they picked…read moreus up and drove to Northern Philadelphia. We pulled into a shopping plaza and saw our destination - Suzani. I had never eaten in an Uzbeki restaurant - our friends, who had eaten there before said "...come hungry!" They recommended a few appetizers - we ordered the Potato with Mushrooms, Eggplant Salad, Achichuk, and Kutab. Let's start with the Potato with Mushrooms - which the menu describes as "Fried Potato Slices with Pan Roasted Mushrooms and Onions. It should say "Potato Chips with Pan Roasted Mushrooms". It was a very unusual dish, to say the least. While the chips were homemade and tasty, having roasted mushrooms and onions with them didn't work at all for me. It was difficult scooping mushrooms onto the chips - and the combination was not that tasty. The mushrooms and onions would have been better by themselves. Once the chips got soggy from the mushrooms, it was very unappetizing. Next, the Eggplant Salad - which was fried eggplant, red and green pepper, tomato, Korean style carrots, garlic and cilantro served in a soy sauce. It tasted fine - I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but the veggies tasted fresh and I had some of the bread they served with it. The next appetizer was Achichuk, which is a traditional Uzbek salad of thinly sliced tomatoes, hot peppers and onions. I did not taste the dish, but was told it was okay for spiced fresh tomatoes. The last appetizer was Kutab - which was a flattened shell, which tasted and resembled the exterior of a fried dumplings, with meat and onions on the inside. It was super thin, and tasted okay. We ordered our main dishes after we finished the appetizers. The couple we were with both ordered the Salmon Kabobs - I tasted the salmon, it tasted good, and was tender. I ordered the Lamb kabobs - the lamb was tender, but it was a little too salty. However, when I had a piece of the lamb with the saffron rice, it diminished the saltiness of the lamb and tasted fine. My partner ordered the Filet Mignon kebab. It did not come with the other 3 orders - the sever said it would be out momentarily. Almost 15 minutes later, I was amazed my partner didn't have her entree! I gave the server a 'look' - she went in the back and FINALLY brought out my partner's dish. The meat (Filet Mignon) was tough and difficult to chew. I took a piece of my Lamb kabob to compare - my lamb was very tender compared to the steak! Not only was the order overly delayed - it was below average. While the other dishes were acceptable - they were mediocre. I would like to point out we were there during the dinner hour and we were the ONLY patrons there during the entire dinner. I wasn't surprised.

This has been a family favorite for yearssss for a reason. With the economy going crazy, prices…read morehere are still veryyy reasonable. The food is always well prepared, no skimping on quality ingredients. The decor is lovely and feels like a family dinner at home. Service is always quick and friendly. Wishing them many more years of success.

Tea time!

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It's a nice little place nuzzled in a small strip mall. If you blink you would miss it as you drive…read moreby. A place that has maybe 10 tables, but our host gladly seated our party of 12. I have never been to a Russian restaurant before so he was nice enough to explain to our group what all the food choices were. They are big on lamb here so some group members said those dishes were delicious. I chose the beef and chicken items like the kabobs and they were juicy and perfectly cooked. The tomato & goat cheese appetizer was delicious. I could've eaten that all night. The pumpkin puff pastry was delicious. I did not try the other meat one but once again our group loved it. We had some rice and aside order of fried potatoes, which were like potato chips and they were delicious garlic. Very good. We ended with homemade desserts which consisted of chocolate mousse, a puff pastry of some sort, a baklava, which was delicious. Everything was delicious. Bring your own alcohol. You're in for a very tasty treat.

Very good food but way too expensive and their ambiance is just ok. Nothing special for the prices…read morethey charge

Puff pastry with pumpkin and meat

Shish kebab: lamb, beef, chicken

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Tomatoes with goat cheese

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4.0(14 reviews)

60.9 mi

When was the last time you walked into a restaurant before nine and walked out at three o'clock in…read morethe morning? Well, this is how we spent our NYE at Crystal Palace. You would think that a restaurant is just about food, but this is so much more. This place is a truly fun night out. In terms of food, we ordered a banquet, which means a prix-fix dinner with at least ten different varieties of plated dishes plus a couple of deserts. It's authentic, homemade Ukrainian food, from meat and fish to an assortment of side garnishments which will leave you asking "what is that?" while you answer "I don't care, it's delicious!" The staff was beyond attentive, they were changing our plates every fifteen minutes, refilling our drinks and bringing out the next item in a never-ending parade of food. But eating is not the main event, entertainment is. They have a good sized dancefloor and a couple of DJ/singers that delighted us with music from around the world. Everything from Latin to Italian to US, the beats covered the world. After midnight the music took a short break and we went back to eat, again. I mean, this was not the night to lose weight! Suddenly, they brought out a belly dancer (like I said, entertainment). She and her snake, yes a real one, along with a balancing act of swords and candles certainly added another layer of fun. The whole experience was unique, fun, and most important - unforgettable.

Terrible. Tuna tartar made from grind tuna and does not have taste at all. Duck was preheated and…read morecold inside. Price much higher then quality of food.never will come back.

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Elizabeth L.

16 years ago

I love this place! The food is delicious! It is very difficult to find find that tastes similar to its place of origin, and for awhile I was feeling positive the only place I could find delicious Russian food was in NYC. When I stumbled upon Black Forest Deli that entire idea changed! I was happy to hear about Kiev night and even more happy I went to give the deli a try! When I went in to visit Vica, I was served a fantastic Russian lunch including borsch and home made perogies and the food was amazing! Whenever I go in, I always get borsch because it tastes wonderful -- there is a lot of dill which is how I like it. However, the food is wonderful no matter what you try! The atmosphere is wonderful as well! When you go to Black Forest Deli you feel at home instead of rushed to finish your meal. It is very nice to walk in and receive a warm welcome! I recommend this deli to anyone and everyone! read more

Sandwich G.

16 years ago

Finally had a chance to check out Kiev, the Ukranian/Russian dinner nights at the Black Forest Deli. I've been to the deli a few times and have had some of the traditional Russian dishes on the lunch menu - yum! Kiev was the opportunity to take a deeper dive into this type of cuisine in a very fun and unique setting. The meal was as good as any Russian meal I have had - including those in the Brighton Beach section of Brooklyn. There were five courses headlined by perogies, borscht, and the entree of the night was beef stroganoff. The food was superb and authentic - very much homemade. The atmosphere was also great as the proprietor took the time to make it a cultural experience as she spoke to us about the dishes, their origins, and their music! Lots of Russian music! Great experience! I'll be back! read more

Cesarina A.

14 years ago

I had no idea this place existed until I met Vica. Its like a hidden gem in Bethlehem. The sandwiches (my favorites) are sooo fresh, bread is always crisp, you get a lot more meat then subway or those "gourmet' deli places that charge you an arm and a leg for something you could've made at home. Vica's mom Milania is soo welcoming and accomodating. Vica is always upbeat and makes the place really fun. So if you want fresh a deli meal head over to BFD! I have yet to try some of the russian food but I hear its amazing... read more

Shuguo S.

2 years ago

I recently dined at Black Forest Deli, and the experience was fantastic! The food here is fresh and delicious, especially their German sausages and sauerkraut, which are simply unforgettable. The staff is very friendly and attentive, making me feel very welcome. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also very cozy, making it a great place to enjoy a meal. I highly recommend this place and look back again read more

Phil O.

152

9 years ago

The food is amazing. I've been there many times and had multiple items on the menu and have never been disappointed. I have also used their catering service for my business and they always do a fantastic job. Their chicken noodle soup is the best I have ever had and of course their award winning pirogies are amazing! Staff is super friendly too! read more

Lana V.

9 years ago

This place is my favorite in the entire world. Not only do they have the most amazing food, the people could not be any sweeter! You will never be disappointed!!! Can't wait to go back again soon! If you get the chance to go to a pierogi making class then definitely check that out too!!! read more

Pam B.

16 years ago

The food is tasty, affordable and different than the usual deli subs -- in addition the friendliness of Vica and Milana keeps me coming back -- taste buds are happy, wallet is happy, and what's more they appreciate their customers! You just gotta love it. read more

Eric L.

11 years ago

Some of the best meals of my life have been had here. I live out towards Cleveland now, but anytime I'm even remotely close to Bethlehem, this is the first spot I go. Amazing people, amazing food. Seriously, it's the best. read more

Gwendolyn B.

12 years ago

We came in for the first time today and the food was absolutely great! I had a Kiev salad and Michael had the Reuben. Vica is so wonderful! We will be back! read more

Marty D.

10 years ago

Amazing food and the welcoming atmosphere make this hard to beat. For a quick sandwich or a full Russian dinner you won't be sorry you came here. read more

Kelly K.

12 years ago

Love this place great friendly service great food great price! You want quality this is the place. Honest and real!

Dave K.

4 years ago

Delicious Ukrainian food! My peeps. The real deal. Just like babas! Have the pedaheh you can't go wrong!

Ashley B.

7 years ago

It's so good!!! I'll return! ..........................................................................

Rick S.

3 years ago

Absolutely love this place. Come here if you like to eat good food. Always comes with huge portions.

Nikola E.

2 years ago

Good and fresh food and special dish every week and they add Mediterranean sandwiches to there menu

Kellie B.

14 years ago

Great lunch and great owner! Always friendly and serve fresh homemade foods !!

Andrew Stirling M.

15 years ago

The food and service are excellent, very unique dishes.

Fred M.

7 years ago

Take out food is grossly overpriced.

Megan K.

12 years ago

Wicked awesome service and food!

Jeff W.

12 years ago

One word.... Yum!

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