Palkin

Developed
in collaboration with

ne of St. Petersburg’s oldest restaurant addresses. The establishment’s history dates back to 1785, and in the 19th century, the restaurant on Nevsky Prospekt became a meeting place for the city’s elite, writers, and artists. Today, Palkin continues the tradition of grand Russian cuisine: sturgeon, sterlet, caviar, game, rastegai pies, kulebyaka pies, and dishes inspired by pre-revolutionary restaurant traditions. The interiors feature stucco work, mirrors, and crystal, evoking 19th-century St. Petersburg.

what to order

Beef Stroganoff Sautéed beef in a creamy mustard sauce, originally created for Russian aristocracy

“Pozharsky” cutlet Cutlets – or minced meat fried patties – are one of the favorite main dishes in Russian culinary tradition.

Shchi Shchi is one of the oldest and most iconic Russian soups

Golubtsy Golubtsy (singular: golubets) are stuffed and stewed cabbage rolls that count among the most classic comfort‑food dishes in Russian cuisine.

Ossetian Pies Ossetian pies are traditional round stuffed pies from the Caucasus.

Fermented cabbage (sauerkraut) Vegetable appetizer and a component of other dishes.

Fish kulebyaka Kulebyaka is a traditional Russian pie known for its elaborate, layered fillings wrapped in dough.

Moscow borsch Borsch is a traditional East Slavic thick vegetable soup with meat broth or vegetarian.

Pirozhki with meat filling Pierozhki with meat filling are great to accompany a bowl of hot broth or with a cup of hot black tea.

details

Cuisine:: Traditional Russian and French
Address:: Nevsky Prospekt, 47
Avg bill:: $$$$ 5,000–8,000 ₽ per person
Booking:: Required, dress code