Veselka - New York City
  • Cuisines: Eastern European
    • User Rating  

  • NileGuide Expert Says:

    Veselka's famous borscht, made with beef stock and pork butt, draws beet-loving fans to proclaim it the best borscht in the city.

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    • NileGuide Expert tip:

    Hungry diners should try the the bigos, a Ukrainian stew featuring kielbasa, roast pork shoulder, sauerkraut and onions and billed as "a substantial meal fit for a hunter."

    Description:

    • Whenever the craving hits for hearty eastern European fare at old-world prices, Veselka fits the bill with fluffy and light (if that's possible) pierogi (small doughy envelopes filled with potatoes, cheese, or sauerkraut), kasha varnishkes (cracked buckwheat and noodles with mushroom sauce), stuffed cabbage, grilled Polish kielbasa, freshly made potato pancakes, and such classic soups as a sublime borscht. Breakfast is special here. If all you want is a burger, don't worry -- it's a classic, too.

      Despite the authentic fare, the diner is comfortable, modern, and appealing, with an artsy slant and delicious house-made desserts. Veselka surpasses its status as a popular after-hours hangout with clubbers and other night owls to be a favorite at any hour.

    • © Frommer's 2012

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    User Reviews for Veselka

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      Fast-foodish but authentic atmosphere

    • I used to live near by and enjoyed having b-fats there. Authentic Ukrainian food, crapes and borscht among other ethnic home-made choices. The place kept the original setting, its...

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      Eastern European food needs to be in my belly

    • Seriously. This place is really good. And I mean really good at any time of the day, not just at 3AM. The deluxe meat plate is the way to go if you're not a vegetarian and sharing...

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    Awards:

    Frommer's
    Frommer's
    •  Recommended 2010

    Message from Veselka

    Veselka Restaurant offers unique Ukrainian soul food in the heart of the East Village. This 24-hour Ukrainian restaurant offers up delicious Ukrainian cuisine twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. This Ukrainian restaurant's menu continues to expand, with an extensive selection that features traditional homemade Ukrainian foods, American diner fare, an eclectic mix of daily specials, as well as beer and wine. Dine alfresco at their outside tables or inside in the cozy dining area. Veselka Restaurant is the perfect place to eat with friend and family whether it's for breakfast, lunch, dinner, late night or brunch. A renowned NYC food critic, Josh Ozersky dubbed us as the best place in New York City to have a burger. No matter what you're looking for Veselka Ukrainian Restaurant is here to satisfy your appetite.

    • Historic Ukrainian Restaurant
    • Open 24/7 & We Deliver
    • Homemade Ukrainian Foods
    • Details

      • Contact:

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      • tel: 1 212 228 9682
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      • Address:

      • 144 2nd Avenue
      • (at 9th St)
      • New York, NY 10003

      • Neighborhood:

        • East Village/Lower East Side

      • Payments:

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      • Hours:

      • 24-hours daily

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