Welcome to Vanka Cafe
Vanka Cafe, located in Brooklyn, NY, is a gem offering a fusion of Russian and Mediterranean cuisine. Known for their fresh, tasty dishes, they cater to various dietary preferences with many vegetarian options. Customers love the friendly service and cozy atmosphere, making it a go-to spot for gatherings or casual meals. Their famous pelmani soup, tongue salad, and homemade kompot receive rave reviews, while the lunch specials and banquet-style dinners provide excellent value for money. With a focus on quality and affordability, Vanka Cafe is a must-visit for authentic Russian and Ukrainian food in a welcoming setting.
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3810 Nostrand Ave Brooklyn, NY 112353810 Nostrand Ave Brooklyn, NY 11235 Hotline: (347) 702-4023
Welcome to Vanka Cafe, a hidden gem located in Brooklyn, NY, offering a fusion of Russian, Mediterranean, and cafe cuisine. This charming establishment prides itself on taking reservations, providing delivery and takeout options, and catering to a variety of dietary needs with their extensive vegetarian menu. The restaurant boasts a wheelchair-accessible space with gender-neutral restrooms, perfect for groups, families, and even kids.
Customers rave about the fresh and flavorful dishes, praising the friendly and attentive service. Nataliya K. recommends Vanka Cafe as their go-to spot for delicious meals. Keren R. highlights the authentic Russian flavors, especially enjoying the pelmani soup and tongue salad. Maddy E. appreciates the gluten-free options and excellent service, making it a great place for celebrations. Raisa S. and Vera C. both commend the affordable lunch specials and tasty menu offerings.
As for my experience at Vanka Cafe, I was impressed by the generous portions and the attention to detail in each dish. The tongue salad was a standout for its unique flavors, and the chicken shashlik was cooked to perfection. The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff added to the overall dining experience, making it a truly memorable visit.
Whether you're a fan of Russian cuisine or looking to explore new flavors, Vanka Cafe is definitely worth a visit. With a diverse menu, friendly service, and a welcoming ambiance, this restaurant sets itself apart as a must-try dining destination in Brooklyn.
Our favorite spot to order food . Always fresh , always tasty and service is always friendly and attentive ! I do recommend
Absolutely go to place for any occasion! I love coming here with the family or even friends. Best Russian food in town. Everything is always fresh, cooked to perfection. If any of my non Russian friends want to go out and try Russian food, i bring them here. I love their pelmani (dumpling) soup & home made kompot (fruit punch). This is the only place i can eat the tongue salad! Highly recommend! Always great service! Even though they look like they are running around like chickens without heads, they'll always be on point. Very family feel place.
Had a great time here celebrating my grandmother in law. The food was amazing and the service was great! They had awesome gluten free options. Since we were part of a group, food was put out for us, but everything was awesome! Would totally come back again! We're glad they had fans on the wall too since it got toasty being in a packed place. Can't wait to come back next time we're back.
My husband and I moved to Brooklyn 11 years ago and discovered Vanka immediately. The food is so good and the cost is so low that we continue go there quite often. We are retired now and take advantage of Vanka's lunch special that they provide on weekdays. Their personal is very nice and the portions are large and testy. Vanka also does free home delivery. If you like Russian and Ukrainian food Vanka is the place.
I came for a banquet-style dinner. For banquets, Vanka has the most bang for your buck. $50pp and there's SO MUCH FOOD. I'm not a huge fan of Russian food but like with any banquet, some dishes are better than others. The pickles were fantastic. Salads were fresh. I really liked the smoked fish platter as well. I also enjoyed the chicken shashlik and the Russian-style potatoes with mushrooms. Very good but a bit oily, just like grandma would make. Service was good too. They dealt with a 15-person party very well and we're very accommodating. Inside isn't anything special. It definitely has dacha vibes which add to the whole experience overall.
I love this place, come here once a week for lunch with family. Their chef is a genius, nothing I had so far disappointed. I love that their lunch menu is so cheap, at $11 for full size appetizer, entree and a drink. They have outdoor seating and just opened inside seating at 25% capacity. They also make sure to follow all protocol during this crazy time. Highly recommend to stop in for any occasion or time.