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    Kozak Ukrainian Eatery

    4.0 (80 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    KOZAK UKRAINIAN EATERY ATMOSPHERE

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    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Ube passionfruit cubed croissant
    Sasha K.

    I came for the famous cubed croissants and I left with a bag of goodies! Firstly, this season's cubed croissant felt like it was personally made for me. It's Ube and passionfruit...my top two flavours. The toppings were half and half and tasted exquisitely tropical. The inside was filled with what they say is Ube and passionfruit flavoured condensed milk but the Ube definitely overpowers the passionfruit and you don't get much of that flavour from the creamy goodness. Mind you, it's still absolutely amazing. The winner of the centre is their espresso flavour cubed croissant which is thick gooey coffee flavoured condensed milk. The croissant portion could be a bit more crispier on the outside as it felt a bit stale. Make sure to order 48 hours ahead if this is the only thing you're going in for! As I mentioned before, I walked away with soooo much more. I tried the Duck and basil varenky, which is like a pasta dumpling, along with their sirniki which is kind of like a pancake but filled with a very fine grain cottage cheese mixed with sugar in the restaurant section. They were perfect and came with a side of sour cream and jam which is the traditional way to eat them. The pork filled cabbage would be something I'd steer away from as the consistency on the inside is a bit too fine and resonated a bit like baby food. I think if they keep the ingredients whole instead of smashing them it could be a real winner. I was lucky enough that they have a fridge and freezer section for items that you can pick up. I bought the frozen versions of the above mentioned. I also got this jar of beet and horseradish which isn't too spicy and super creamy. I wish the place was a little cozier and warmer and the aesthetics in the dining area could use a bit of a refresh but the service was efficient. Come with an empty tummy and leave with a happy one at Kozak!

    Mama lunch special
    Brian L.

    Authentic Ukrainian cuisine, great flavour, Staff super friendly and ask how is the food. Love when has a small deli and restaurant vibe, bakery is so intoxicated from the fresh bread

    Christy S.

    I came here a few times for their delicious Babka but was always curious about the mains and have heard good things about the Borsch. The Borsch was such an experience. I loved learning to eat it like an Ukrainian! I am not sure why the steps are the way they are but oh my goodness, the result was so delicious I kept thinking about it the rest of the week. The portions are huge. My friend and I ordered another dish to share but was so full that we would have been satisfied without. You can get the Borsch with beans, pork, or salo canapes. We both opted for pork but next time I would like to try the salo! The restaurant has two sides, a more "quick" service side and a "sit down" side. Service is friendly and quick! Lots of street parking available in the area. They have two other locations as well.

    Oliver M.

    Kozak is a truly unique experience and an introduction into the Ukrainian cafe experience. Their coffee is home brewed and tastes noticeably more complex and delicious. Additionally, the ambiance inside is very cultural and has a clear sense of community with ready-to-eat items available to take back home to enjoy.

    Cynthia S.

    Tried out the downtown location and it was a total treat so of course I had to give the cafe a visit! We ordered a coffee and two pastries which were super flakey!! I love that they served to-go food for you to have a Ukrainian feast at home and they also had lots of Ukrainian drinks to choose from.

    Lemon + Blueberry Croissant
    Shonah M.

    My heart bleeds for the people of Ukraine. I have zero ties to that country yet I feel its pain. I read about how it was a power house back in the day & that how just prior to the current war, it was known as - 'the bread basket of Europe.' I have passed by the Kozak Ukrainian Eatery - Gastown location so many times but just never had time to pop in. So here I was on a lunch break at the Victoria Drive location to finally check it out. Friendly Ukrainian lady helped me select my goodies - the gigantic Lemon & Blueberry Cube Croissant & a Pletenka (Cinnamon Roll). The cube croissant should be lightly warmed up & can be shared. Have the Cinnamon roll (also lightly warmed up) with tea or coffee. Both are sweet & yummy. You'll find coffee & tea available, along with various Ukrainian breads & cakes for sale, along with Borscht (Ukrainian beef & vegetables soup), Cabbage Rolls & Pierogies. This location is like an old cafe with a Ukraine/Europe feeling via decor & layout. Come by & support Ukraine! Slava Ukraini!

    What I.

    I have frequented the Victoria St and the New West location numerous times, but unfortunately, my recent experience with this location was exceptionally disappointing. Upon arrival, two servers appeared somewhat aloof. We ordered a few cups of coffee and a croissant. The croissant seemed darker than usual. Despite initial reservations, I purchased it anyway. After one bite, I was certain it was burnt and tasted bitter. I notified the red-haired male server, who brusquely, without asking, began to replace it with another from the same batch. I declined, requesting a non-burnt alternative. He replied that none were available. He didn't offer another pastry option. At this point I began to feel fearful of his impatience attitude when he said: "So what do you want me to do?!". So I gently asked if I could get a refund, to which he responded curtly and proceeded to return my change all in coins! Subsequently, a white female customer arrived, and his demeanor shifted dramatically, displaying a welcoming smile. This apparent disparity in treatment led me to feel discriminated against, particularly as my Asian family and I had not offended the servers. The place was nearly empty. We weren't bothering the servers. I did ask a question but the guy just pointed me to ask someone else before I even spoke! I even left a 15% tip which I now regret. This experience was truly disappointing, and I am reluctant to return.

    Mama combo $20
    Iris M.

    Pierogis were delicious .. taste and texture scream fresh and handmade.. potato and cheese filling was soft and delicate.. the duck and cilantro reminded me of my mother in law's homemade Chinese dumplings, minus the garlic.. the pastries we tried were just soso.. the cube croissant is aesthetically pleasing and Instagram worthy but sadly was dry/chewy, filled with a basic strawberry jam and not worth the hefty price tag of $17. I don't believe any of the pastries were fresh.. the cinnamon twist was especially dry and stale. Would return for their freshly made food, but it's a pass for the bakery items. Free lemonade for purchases over $25, whether you're dining in taking out.

    Cho L.

    ....so this is not rating the restaurant , service or other food items... ...this is just rating the cube croissants... ...purchased all 4 different flavours... ...this is an excellent marketing item and whoever thought to make this item should be applauded... ....this item easily gets a 8.9/10... ....the croissant is light and buttery with a crispy exterior...the icing is tasty but jus a bit too sweet for my taste but will easily satisfy any sweet tooth out here...each croissant has the same filling of mixed berry cream cheese...once out of the oven or lightly warmed up in the microwave will make an excellent accompaniment with any coffee or tea... ....I would give this item a 10 if the cream cheese was different for each cube croissant and the icing wasn't so sweet...

    Wild rose latte
    Halei J.

    I was having Pho across the street with my buddy when he suggested we check out this place after. Since I was already full from Pho I didn't try any of their food that day but all their pastries looked really good and knew I'd be back to try some. On that day I just had a wild rose latte, it was pretty good, I'm not really a coffee/latte guy. I have been back a couple of more times to try their pastries, I've had the chocolate babka and the cinnamon roll. Both really good. There's still a lot of stuff I'd like to try. The girls who work there are really nice and friendly. The place is clean and they have a decent size dining area if you want to eat in. They also have some hot food like soup and cabbage rolls besides all their baked goods. There is I think 2 hour parking outside on Victoria. Can't wait to be back.....

    Latkes
    Alex H.

    This was my first time trying Ukrainian food, and I was really impressed. The dishes were truly delicious! I even tried food from all of my friends' plates, and every single dish was so good that I was jealous I hadn't ordered it myself. While there was a bit of a wait between ordering and being served, I'm sure it's because everything was prepared with care and attention. The quality of the food was high, the prices were fair, and both the flavors and service were excellent. I'll definitely be coming back the next time I'm in Vancouver--this place is a must!

    Nash A.

    Amazing food and Superb service. Borsch was really good and the cookie was tasty. The bread was good. Will be back for more:.

    Hungry Tato Combo
    Brenda K.

    I've visited here once for the bakery and this recent visit was for the Ukranian food. Cabbage Rolls and Borsht looked super yummy so I got the Hungry Tato Combo ($17.90) for lunch. I prepaid for my food, took the number sign and then waited for my food to come at my table.The portion may look small, but it was filling after having soup, Cabbage Roll and some dumplings. I had 2 potato Perogis and chicken and mushrooms Nalynsnyky. Everything tasted little sweet in general. Loved the rye bread it was robust, tasty and fresh. I really liked the slight sour taste in the bread as well. It went perfectly with Borsht. I enjoyed trying a bit of everything from Hungry Tato Combo.

    The infamous cube croissant- blackcurrant and cream cheese filling. So worth $12!

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    Didn't know Ukrainian food could be so interesting. A wide variety of sweet and savoury foods.

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    really enjoyed the restaurant though the portions were small. They had fresh bread and good desserts,

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