Babushka looks like it has a little bit of everything here! While we didn't see a place to sit and…read moreeat, there were certainly options to tempt you. A very friendly employee greeted me, and answered my endless questions about their desserts (I am unfamilar with Russian desserts). I bought some amazing macrons; snickers, coconut and vanilla, and a large piece of cake which I have yet to try. Plus there is an entire deli menu which we still need to try out. I wish I could give it 4.5 stars - the half star off was because the place was a little crowded, and I don't think my walker would have made it up the aisles. But, we will be back soon.

First time here yesterday during my work day. Wonderful little store with a lot of variety. I got…read moreone of their stuffed bread items it had chicken. So delicious! The staff was helpful and kind. Will definitely go back

What a find in the Vancouver Mall! Not much experienced in Ukranian food but we really liked them!…read more PARKING: Mall parking! No offense to the mall but there was a ton of parking in the late evening. To get to the food court faster, park by the area where the AMC entrance is and the food court is just upstairs. AMBIANCE: It's a mall food court! What else can I say? The restaurant itself is tucked away in the back corner so be sure not to miss it! SERVICE: The workers have always been so friendly. They're patient when we have questions and are always so helpful. I'm assuming they're the owners as well and they really are so proud of their food. FOOD: - Varenyky: Essentially an Ukranian dumpling stuffed with potato and cheese with caramelized onions on top and sides of sour cream and cabbage salad. Now the dumpling itself is not a flavour punch but I don't think it's supposed to be. It was cooked well, the dough was not tough or rubbery and mixing it together with the sides it's like comfort in your mouth. - Hot Dog: This is my personal favourite. I believe it's a pork-based sausage that's topped with their delicious creamy house sauce and topped with pickles carrots and their slaw and it's a pretty decent size and a delicious meal. Comes with chips too. - Borscht: YUM. Chunks of beets and it's the that sweet and slightly sour taste. Dip their bread in it. Trust. OVERALL: Such a random find in the mall! And it tastes NOT like mall food. I've never had Ukranian food before, but I feel like this was a great introduction. The staff are so friendly and I am happy to support them because the food was very good.

Every once in a while you can find a true gem of a restaurant in an unexpected place. And this is…read moreone of those times. Banderyky is a Ukrainian restaurant in the Vancouver Mall and the food is so exceptional. This time I had the feta and cheese pastry, the cherry pastry, and this delicious unique soft marshmallow dessert flavored with fruit. Strawberry and blueberry. I wish I had a bigger appetite because I would just order every single thing on the menu if I could. I have to admit I'm not really a beet fan but I love the borscht here. And the cabbage and the chicken dumplings. Truly delicious and well priced too!

I was nearby for work and this popped up highly rated and a very short drive. I came for lunch on a…read moreweekday and there was no line. Parking was easy but if it gets busy there's limited formal parking spots. I had a hard time deciding (everything sounded so good!) so I asked for recommendations. The gal mentioned the most common met and vegetarian dishes--for the meat, she recommended chicken dumplings and for vegetarians the cheese pierogis. I was quoted a 10 min wait time so I would expect a longer wait time if there was actually a line. I'm more used to Asian variations of these types of dumplings. It came with a container of sour cream and it added a layer of hearty deliciousness I wasn't used to but was a rich treat. It was a fabulous comfort lunch on a chilly rainy day. I'll happily come back with some coworkers the next time I'm on that side of town!

Hi so we were very excited to finally try this food cart for the first time. I bought a chicken…read moreand a beef shawarma for my mom. Sad today we were very disappointed. They were both very dry and flavorless with only carrot and cabbage filling. Barely any sauce and no flavor. Hard to eat due to being so dry very bland to the taste. Please add more flavor to your meats and add maybe some marinated veggies , tomato's and definitely add much more flavors sauces. Look forward to trying a more flavorful shawarma next time!!!

On my 2nd recent trip to Portland, boyfie and I hit up the pods again at Hawthorne Asylum. We both…read morejived with the food options more and I made a beeline to Pelmeni. There's not a lot of Eastern European stuff where I currently live in LA. Only change is that they only offer their "large." I believe it comes with 24 or so dumplings. No options to downsize, but offerings are the same. I got the chicken again with the same condiments as last time: the hot mustard. Added some other stuff on the side like their hot sauce and balsamic vinegar. Tastea as good as I remember! Such a simple meal that's delicious and friendly service as usual.

What a cute food truck with Slavic cuisine in the city I recommend trying their pelmeni , kompot,…read moreand kvass on tap! There's plenty of seating. A great food truck park.

Julia provided fantastic service to our birthday party of four on a busy Friday evening…read more Julia was especially accommodating by providing samples of two wines before Donna selected her favorite. My birthday celebrant nephew and I ordered a Czech bottled beer that was refreshing and a true pilsner. Our niece enjoyed a real Georgian peach soda. For appetizers, the classic cheese/egg yolk bread offering was amazing! Main courses included two roast pork plates, spectacular salmon, and, my favorite, grilled lamb. Desserts ran the gamut... All were splendid! Ours was a repeat visit to Dediko, and we will return to enjoy the fabulous food, considerate service, and ambiance that, "Back in the day," still reflects the vibe from Bill Marshall Ford's architecture. Best wishes for continued success! Sincerely, Andy & Donna Gregg.

Unbelievably delicious food at a reasonable price. Fantastic service and staff. Lovely little spot…read morefor an intimate meal. Everything we tried was surprisingly tasty! Pear lemonade soda: kinda like Italian cream soda, but somehow better. Satsivi (chicken in Walnut sauce): I've never tasted anything quite like it, chicken was tender, and the spices were unique; fantastic. Khinkali (meat dumplings): large soup/meat dumplings, chewy, and the meat tasted like a warm hug from grandma! Adjaruli Khatchapuri: so rich and the cheese is salty similar to Akkawi cheese. Mtsvadi (Lamb): best grilled Lamb I've ever had, and I consider myself a Lamb expert! And for the dessert; the Honey Cake will haunt my dreams. I'm not a big dessert lover, and I loved this. A shortbread cake, with perfect texture that's not too sweet. Can't recommend this place highly enough. I will be returning many times!

Reservations are strongly recommended here, especially if you want to take advantage of their happy…read morehour. We had a 5:15 seating and it only got busier and busier as the evening went on, which was really humming all night. I particularly love the happy hour menu because it lets you try a broader range of dishes at a fraction of the usual price. We decided to skip the mains and just order a bunch of cold and hot zakuskis, though I definitely had my eye on the Golubsti for a future visit. Everything we tried was fantastic and felt like a real journey through post-Soviet cuisine, specifically via Belarus if I'm remembering correctly. The tangy assortment of pickled vegetables was a great start, followed by the ultra-salty (in the best way) and sumptuous caviar on toast. The savoriness of the meat dumplings was a great yin to the yang of the richness and creaminess of the farmer's cheese dumplings, and the cod liver on rye was beautifully balanced by a snowfall of fresh horseradish on top. The standout, though, was the Herring 'Under a Fur Coat', which the menu describes as a Russian 7-layer dip and which was absolutely spectacular, airy, and light in a way I was not expecting when they first set the dish down in front of me. Our server was warm, attentive, and always happy to jump in with recommendations, which made the whole experience even better. The space itself was full of energy, and the shop upstairs is also a fun bonus, with everything from the same dumplings they serve in the restaurant, but frozen, to a wide selection of wines and liquors. Overall a fantastic meal overall and already looking forward to exploring the rest of the menu!

Russian...not Russian...this is an interesting place and offers a unique experience that is not…read moreavailable in many cities in the U.S. The restaurant is nice with bar, single party seating, and community seating. The servers were pleasant and helpful. The food... it was hit or miss a little. There are only 3-4 main dishes, the rabbit was very good, but the cabbage rolls were just average. The potato pancakes served with the rabbit were prepared well, but had no complimentary sauce or flavor. The dumplings were tasty, the smoked fish snack app were good, but the rye bread was just okay. The lavash pocket was good, better with the dipping sauce. Everything is interesting and enjoyable to at least try once. Then you can decide on return trips.

The family that runs this booth at the Saturday market, truly are the kindest souls. I have been…read morecraving pierogis since I came back from Poland, and these no doubt taste the same. Homemade and super fresh, you can watch them boil and cook the sausages. My boyfriend and I try and come to the market every so often to support them, and this last time we went, the line was a 15 min wait, business is booming and I love that for this family. They are even expanding to Wednesdays at another market (in the photo). I can go on and on, but this is definitely the first booth to check out when you get to the market, and try the 3 dollar lemonade, sooooo delicious.

We were at the farmers market on April 4th and ordered a large combo plate. Everything was fresh…read moreand delicious. The pierogies were the best I've had in a very long time. My only regret is that we don't live nearby. Highly recommend, you will love it!