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Just Oh my, is this place great. First, it has a great deli where you can find things you won't find elsewhere. I always take home some of their cranberries. They have fish, meats and all sorts of things, but you must eat there. You will love it. The place is adorable. It has a big red awing when you walk in so it is hard to miss. All the tables have white tablecloths and the entire place is ever so clean. The service is as if you were at home in Russia or Ukraine, even if you have never been there. They want you to be happy, relaxed and comfortable. They will assist you with the menu, which is a great size with lots of offerings. Their Farm Cheese Pancakes are to die for and they are not easy to get elsewhere and not as good. In Ukraine thick pancakes are traditionally served for breakfast, but I don't care. They are small puffy pancakes fried from both sides on the pan and are so fluffy, puffy with just a little crisp on both sides. There are different kinds. Some are sweet, salted, with or without filling. Sweet thick pancakes with raspberries or apples are a typical choice. Because of the easy recipe they are typical in Ukraine. Ukrainian thick pancakes are somewhat similar to American pancakes, but they have more porous structure and fewer ingredients. They are just the best. Pelmeni, Vereniki, and Pierogi are all types of dumplings that are found in either Russia, or Central and Eastern Europe. They are sort of a variation of Chinese dumplings, but the flavor is different and you will love them. Get whatever they have, they are great. There is not one thing you won't love on their menu. This is a happy place. Be happy.
Best Ukrainian food and flavored vodkas. They have a ton of classic dishes and comfort foods. It's great for a small or large group so you can share. Service is friendly and fast
Everything is fresh! They claim they make everything in house - bread, vodka, herring... The branzino is a bit fishy, I think pan fried maybe better... Pork chop is normal, but the herring is good. The pepper Garlic vodka is super spicy but taste is good. Very traditional decor and the service isn't bad, the server was very nice.
I've been coming to Traktir for quite some time now and their food never disappoints! If you're looking for some authentic mom&pop like comfort food, Traktir is 100% worth trying. The food is so fresh and homemade and gives you a true taste of Russian/Ukrainian food! Our go-to's are always the Borscht soup, Darniskty Salad, Pelmeni, and Chicken Tabaka. They also always bring out some fresh Russian bread for FREE and they are super giving on the portion. The soup is a 10/10, reminds me of the Hong-Kong style borscht soup. Comforting, healthy, and hearty! The salad is by far the major reason I keep coming back. The dill, fresh tomato slices, salty onion, and cucumber with a little zest is so tasty and again super healthy! The pelmeni and tabaka are classics you can never go wrong with. The pelmeni also reminds me of Chinese pork dumplings and are absolutely delicious with their fresh sour cream dipping sauce. Our recent visit, we were sat on the exterior part of their restaurant and it was a bit chilly and windy so the owner provided me and my partner blankets! How sweet and thoughtful. Service is super friendly, just be mindful that it can be a little slow occasionally depending on reserved parties that day.
The best place ever. Super testy food , perfect customer service. Dima and Kristina the best waitress Thank you very much for my birthday party
Food here tastes delicious! You can tell they care about their quality and it's all fresh. They were also so fast which genuinely surprised me. Please give these guys your business, they deserve it far more than some other locations AND they're more affordable for a lunch/dinner out with family. (The best seats are the outdoor ones.)
I love Russian food, and i am glad this place is nearby. I have dined here couple of times and it has always been consistently good. Their borscht and potato salad is one of the best! I could eat them everyday. Service and ambience is great. Very friendly staff. Only small thing is, Pricing is little steep. Just be aware. Food quality and service makes up for it though Will definitely go back. Highly recommended
Food was fresh and delicious. We ordered borscht, herring and potatoes, potato vareniki, pelmeni, and Lula kabob. I enjoyed every dish. Service was friendly and funny. We appreciated the welcoming host. Ambiance was nice, plenty of seating, and can sit large groups. Will have to come back when the deli is open for more Ukrainian/Russian deli staples.
great Russian/Ukrainian restaurant, the service was great and the food did not disappoint. If ur looking to try something different give this place a try.
Amazing food and amazing atmosphere, the wait staff is attentive and friendly as well as welcoming. Service is exceptional. Food is Extremely exceptional and affordable. Like grandmas hone cooked Russian food.
They don't care about customers. We checked during the day they said they were open till 10 so we walked all the way there and arrived at 9:10 only to be told that they were no longer going to serve. We explained that we walked all the way there and had been told that they were open and they were just like too bad we're not serving. There were several large tables of people that were clearly in the middle of eating. When I said that we would be giving a bad review they laughed and said go ahead. You need to really consider if people have such disregard for their customers, especially locals. They carry those same practices in the kitchen and I wouldn't trust them with my food hygiene.
I really love Traktir WeHo I have gone to eat there a few times in the past, but never at the Tarzana location! I love The spatchcock chicken so much It is no super close from my residence but so worth the drive over the canyon‼ read more
Great restaurant for dine in, loved the music. Authentic vibe, if you missed your hometown or you just want to have something special and new - come try out this restaurant. I'm recommending to order potato vareniki, chicken blinches, beef stroganoff, kotleti with mashed potatoes. Please leave some place for dessert as well, they are all so delicious. Great service, parking lot is available. read more
Fantastic lunch spot for Ukrainian-Russian cuisine. They have a good selection of authentic entrees, yummy soups like borscht and solyanka, very delicious appetizers like herring with buttered up potatoes, various dumplings and salads. Today, however, I went with one of their signature items--chicken blintzes in porcini mushroom sauce. The dish was simply incredible, the baked crepe covered in cheese, the meat filling delicious, super tender, just melting in your mouth. Especially when you dip a piece of the blintzes into the mushrooms sauce, it's a homerun. Plethora of flavors all working beautifully together to give you that "Oh Woooow" feeling of satisfaction. Definitely a must try here. The design here is rustic, old school Ukrainian-Russian, with a lot of wood finishes. The customer service here is consistently amazing. Will definitely be back again! read more
1 year ago
Just Oh my, is this place great. First, it has a great deli where you can find things you won't find elsewhere. I always take home some of their cranberries. They have fish, meats and all sorts of things, but you must eat there. You will love it. The place is adorable. It has a big red awing when you walk in so it is hard to miss. All the tables have white tablecloths and the entire place is ever so clean. The service is as if you were at home in Russia or Ukraine, even if you have never been there. They want you to be happy, relaxed and comfortable. They will assist you with the menu, which is a great size with lots of offerings. Their Farm Cheese Pancakes are to die for and they are not easy to get elsewhere and not as good. In Ukraine thick pancakes are traditionally served for breakfast, but I don't care. They are small puffy pancakes fried from both sides on the pan and are so fluffy, puffy with just a little crisp on both sides. There are different kinds. Some are sweet, salted, with or without filling. Sweet thick pancakes with raspberries or apples are a typical choice. Because of the easy recipe they are typical in Ukraine. Ukrainian thick pancakes are somewhat similar to American pancakes, but they have more porous structure and fewer ingredients. They are just the best. Pelmeni, Vereniki, and Pierogi are all types of dumplings that are found in either Russia, or Central and Eastern Europe. They are sort of a variation of Chinese dumplings, but the flavor is different and you will love them. Get whatever they have, they are great. There is not one thing you won't love on their menu. This is a happy place. Be happy. read more
3 months ago
Everything is fresh! They claim they make everything in house - bread, vodka, herring... The branzino is a bit fishy, I think pan fried maybe better... Pork chop is normal, but the herring is good. The pepper Garlic vodka is super spicy but taste is good. Very traditional decor and the service isn't bad, the server was very nice. read more
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I've been coming to Traktir for quite some time now and their food never disappoints! If you're looking for some authentic mom&pop like comfort food, Traktir is 100% worth trying. The food is so fresh and homemade and gives you a true taste of Russian/Ukrainian food! Our go-to's are always the Borscht soup, Darniskty Salad, Pelmeni, and Chicken Tabaka. They also always bring out some fresh Russian bread for FREE and they are super giving on the portion. The soup is a 10/10, reminds me of the Hong-Kong style borscht soup. Comforting, healthy, and hearty! The salad is by far the major reason I keep coming back. The dill, fresh tomato slices, salty onion, and cucumber with a little zest is so tasty and again super healthy! The pelmeni and tabaka are classics you can never go wrong with. The pelmeni also reminds me of Chinese pork dumplings and are absolutely delicious with their fresh sour cream dipping sauce. Our recent visit, we were sat on the exterior part of their restaurant and it was a bit chilly and windy so the owner provided me and my partner blankets! How sweet and thoughtful. Service is super friendly, just be mindful that it can be a little slow occasionally depending on reserved parties that day. read more
9 months ago
The best place ever. Super testy food , perfect customer service. Dima and Kristina the best waitress Thank you very much for my birthday party read more
3 months ago
5 months ago
Food here tastes delicious! You can tell they care about their quality and it's all fresh. They were also so fast which genuinely surprised me. Please give these guys your business, they deserve it far more than some other locations AND they're more affordable for a lunch/dinner out with family. (The best seats are the outdoor ones.) read more
1 year ago
I love Russian food, and i am glad this place is nearby. I have dined here couple of times and it has always been consistently good. Their borscht and potato salad is one of the best! I could eat them everyday. Service and ambience is great. Very friendly staff. Only small thing is, Pricing is little steep. Just be aware. Food quality and service makes up for it though Will definitely go back. Highly recommended read more
Food was fresh and delicious. We ordered borscht, herring and potatoes, potato vareniki, pelmeni, and Lula kabob. I enjoyed every dish. Service was friendly and funny. We appreciated the welcoming host. Ambiance was nice, plenty of seating, and can sit large groups. Will have to come back when the deli is open for more Ukrainian/Russian deli staples. read more
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Amazing food and amazing atmosphere, the wait staff is attentive and friendly as well as welcoming. Service is exceptional. Food is Extremely exceptional and affordable. Like grandmas hone cooked Russian food. read more
1 year ago
They don't care about customers. We checked during the day they said they were open till 10 so we walked all the way there and arrived at 9:10 only to be told that they were no longer going to serve. We explained that we walked all the way there and had been told that they were open and they were just like too bad we're not serving. There were several large tables of people that were clearly in the middle of eating. When I said that we would be giving a bad review they laughed and said go ahead. You need to really consider if people have such disregard for their customers, especially locals. They carry those same practices in the kitchen and I wouldn't trust them with my food hygiene. read more
1 year ago
If you are looking to try Russian food look no further. . This place is soooo good, delicious. I haven't been to this place for a while and decided to check them out again. We ate everything on the table. Dina was taking care of us, and he gave us a great customer service! Thank you read more
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Ordered through uber eats bc I've been waiting to try this restaurant for bit and i don't live in weho. They only offer delivery on select days btw. Can't wait to dine in and try their array of vodkas. The borscht is 10/10 !! It is EXACTLY how it should taste, i would eat/order it daily if i lived closer. And they hook it up with the sour cream for no extra cost, as it should be lol. Fried vareniki 10/10, probably would be even better fresh dined in. Comes with tons of yummy fried onions. Definitely trying boiled vareniki next. Not sure of ambiance due to to go order. But im sure it lives up. If you are looking for authentic russian/slavic food this is the place. Tastes like mamusia makes. Absolutely recommend. Will be my go to borscht/vareniki spot. read more
2 years ago
I was eyeing Traktir for a while. Told myself that the next time I'm in LA that I'll try it. Although I thought some of the prices were a bit high, I enjoyed having a nice meal with my family and feeling a bit nostalgic. The ambiance is nice, open, and spacious. Our server was pleasant and very kind. We ordered a bunch of cold and hot appetizers, some cold kvass and a Lula Kabob with potatoes and mushrooms on a side. We also ordered Kharcho soup which was delightful and filling. Chefs kiss! read more
1 year ago
8 months ago
My husband and I came here on a Saturday night for a casual dinner. I don't eat Eastern European food often but always enjoy it when I do. I called Traktir the same afternoon and made a reservation for that night. We parked on the street near the restaurant; there was ample street parking near the restaurant. When we arrived, one of the staff greeted us and sat us at a table promptly. My husband and I looked to be the only non-Eastern European people dining here. The ambiance here is simple, with a rustic vibe. They have indoor dining available, although the section of the restaurant that we were in had open air. We shared the pelmeni to start. These were served with sour cream on the side and crispy fried onions on top. The dumplings had been boiled and were very soft and easy to eat. My husband got the chicken tabaka for his main, which looked like a traditional roast chicken. I had the chicken blintzes for my main. This was technically an appetizer, but the serving was big enough to eat as my main dish. I also was full just from eating half of it and had leftovers to take home. The blintzes were stuffed with ground chicken and covered in a creamy mushroom sauce with shredded cheese on top. I really enjoyed these. They felt very decadent and rich. My husband also loved them when he ate them the next day. We had a great meal here. Service was efficient and friendly. I'd recommend coming here if you're craving Eastern European food around West Hollywood. read more
I came here for Ukrainian borscht. Thanks Yelpers for helping me find it! There's something slightly magical about the rainbow flag blowing in the wind, next the American flag, while eating a bowl of Ukrainian borscht at a Russian restaurant sitting in front of the beautiful backdrop of classic West Hollywood, and the people drawn here by the warmest welcome. There's a sweet patio with a formal feel, tables nicely spaced apart. COVID safety policies, A plus! Russian mothers and daughters are holding hands. Eastern European friends are getting together. Tear- stained faces are trying some things for the first time, in honor and homage to current events. I'm practicing my newly-learned Russian in my head before I order. Sba cee ba! Das de .. (I tried!) I knew what I wanted thanks to pictures online so I only had to point. "Russian and Ukrainian borscht, same thing" says the polite waiter with a big smile. There's beautiful music playing in the background. I ordered a pitcher of dried fruit juice. It tastes like apricot honey nectar, five stars. Ukrainian borscht is a slow cooked soup with a lot of color typically. This one has chunks of stewed beef, sweet onions, beets, potatoes and transparent vegetables. The broth is rich and flavorful. A big bowl of this magical stuff will only set you back about ten bucks. The view is worth ten times that. To me. I admired every plate as it passed. Everything here looks delicious. There's a very good lunch special offered Monday through Friday before 3 PM which includes an appetizer or soup. Borscht included! A single bowl of soup here is enough to fill you up if you're a light eater. Don't skimp on the vodka if you want to do it like the natives. I can't wait to come back and try everything on the menu. I left with a full tummy and an unforgettable meal, with a beautiful view. Thanks for letting me share it with you.:) read more
My friends have been here before and suggested it for dinner. I have never had Russian food, but it was similar to the Polish food I've tried. There is a parking lot next to this place - we weren't sure if it was valet, so we found street parking. Apparently the meters are all hours of the day, so park on the lot if you can. We sat down, scanned the menu and waited for someone to come by to take our order. It was pretty busy and no one came, so my hubby went and flagged down a waiter. I guess you can also order via online page, but I like ordering from a human when possible. I think it was the owner who took our order. He was very funny and friendly. The boys got some vodka flavored shots - raspberry and horseradish. My friend and I shared a bottle of sparkling water. We got the fried potato varenkis to start, a beet salad, the herring with potatoes and a borsch soup. For our mains, my friend and I both got the lula kebob, her bf got the pork kebab and my hubby got the chicken tabaka which is a flatten cornish hen. Food came out and was delicious! The potato varenkis were nice and crispy, the beet salad was flavorful and went nicely with bread. My hubby and I are not a fan of herring but my friends loved it! The borsch soup was delicious and came with cheesy bread. Mains were delicious as well! Overall a great spot for Russian/Ukrainian food! Would definitely read more
9 months ago
5 years ago
Came here after a 12 mile hike on an early Sunday evening to grab some Russian food with some friends! This place wasn't our first choice but were glad they were open and would definitely come again. Don't have a lot of experience with Russian cuisine but what we ate was delicious! They have infused vodkas which the waiter did recommend when we sat down but I didn't realize they were infused, would definitely want to try the cranberry! They didn't have any Napoleon cake which is definitely my favorite Russian dessert, but they were all out due to it just being Russian Christmas, so would love to come back and munch on some. There's a parking lot next door which was convenient for the Weho location of the restaurant. read more
I used to come here for lunch with my client and her family pre Covid. It is a convenient location since they shop at the Russian deli next door. I had the Chicken Shashlik. It is well seasoned and tender. It came with coleslaw and fried potatoes. Customer service is good. They are helpful and checks on you from time to time. Private parking as well as metered street parking. read more
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First I want to mention their infused vodka! I tried the horseradish and the pepper & garlic vodka and wow was so good!! Got their borscht and lamb chops which were also very good. Will come back to try my favorite pelmeni and some other goodies on their menu. Service was great the girl was very nice. Loved this restaurant, will be back soon! read more
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I would like to try this place with a friend, but they are vegan. Would your menu provide vegan options?
Thank you for your inquiry. We do have a few salads on the menu that are vegetables only but I must say it’s limited. Some items to try: vinegret salad, darnitsky salad hold…
As of June 8, when does Traktir plan on having outdoor dining either on a patio or on the sidewalk?
Our Patio is now open for dining in and we are glad to welcome you back. Reservations are encouraged on Friday Saturday and Sunday, as we are following guidelines for your safety.…
What is the parking situation on a Saturday night; Do they have a parking lot or valet parking and when are the meters free?
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Hello, yes we have black caviar in our West Hollywood location. Tarzana location not always but upon request. Thank you
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