Khabarovsk
White-painted plank walls, linen curtains and fresh-cut flowers brighten up this downstairs space near pl Lenina. The piping-hot thin-crust pizzas are…
Must-see restaurants in Russian Far East
Vladivostok
Classier than its name might suggest, the M is one of Vlad’s coolest hang-outs, with two unique rooms setting their style sights higher than the humble…
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
Inside the Planeta Shopping Centre, Yamato serves delicious sushi in a low-lit setting with a dash of style (and a long fish-filled aquarium). It's rather…
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
Serving up good sushi, sashimi, ramen and other Japanese delights, this multiroom restaurant is friendly, fast and welcoming, with a picture menu and a…
Yakutsk
This originally designed place has an unexpectedly cool vibe and a very eclectic and tasty menu by Yakutsk standards. Street food, delights from the…
Sakhalin Island
Heavy inlaid wooden furniture and red tapestries set the stage for tasty chicken tikka masala, rich curries and fluffy naan bread at this expat favourite…
Russian Far East
This place does the best coffee in town, and the passionate, well-trained baristas will even sell you some of their delicious fresh beans to take with you…
Yakutsk
The biggest outlet of this highly recommended Yakutsk coffee chain. As well as excellent flat whites, there's a comprehensive food menu that includes a…
Sakhalin Island
This slick basement restaurant-bar has an extensive pub menu (including pizzas, pastas, seafood, steaks). Upstairs, stop in the cafe (open 8.30am to 5pm…
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
The town’s best pizzas are at this bright cafe, which also has some healthy soups, salads and fondue, plus a fine coffee selection and a range of…
Vladivostok
This little Italian-run brick-oven pizzeria has a modern interior and snappy service. The dozen-plus pizzas are crispy and arguably some of the best east…
Russian Far East
Pleasant cafe with decent cappuccinos and a wide range of dishes including eggs and bliny for breakfast, and risotto and pizzas for later on.
Sakhalin Island
A branch of the Sakhalin bakery chain where sticky Danishes, rich eclairs, sandwiches, coffee and tea are all on offer.
Sakhalin Island
Good supermarket, with tempting bakery items and hot prepared dishes.
Khabarovsk
On Khabarovsk's main avenue, this reliable and great-value subterranean spot serves good coffee, baked goods and sandwiches, making it an ideal breakfast…
Kamchatka
This rather old-school place is done out rather joylessly like a castle, but it has a full menu of calorific and meaty Russian dishes to warm up anyone…
Yakutsk
A good option for local delicacies, Muus Khaya is an odd combination of restaurant, bar and bowling alley. The R300 business lunch is a deal, but it's…
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
This relaxing place has simple pizzas and pastas, comfortable booths and good people watching, and while the fare is not outstanding, it’s well located on…
Vladivostok
This very pleasant and good value stolovaya draws a crowd of regulars with its tasty Russian dishes, home brew and funky interior. There's an on-site bar,…
Vladivostok
A mix of old-timers and students line up for above-average stolovaya fare and appealing ambiance – complete with Anglo rock on the stereo, vintage posters…
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
This sprawling indoor market is a great spot for smoked fish, bread, cheese, vegetables and other fare, including lots of nonfood items. It's a good place…
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
This simple cafeteria in the centre of the city is a great option for a cheap meal while wandering around the old town. There's lots of choice and you don…
Khabarovsk
A smart cafe favoured by Khabarovsk's upper middle class with a pricey menu of slick international dishes by day (fajitas, sautéed squid, smoked duck…
Russian Far East
Serves up palatable pizzas, Drakon draft beer (from Khabarovsk) and has seating on an open-sided veranda. To find it, turn left at the eastern end of…
Esso
This is the best-stocked supermarket in town and the best place to get supplies for hikes. Fresh pies and rolls with fillings including meat, cabbage and…
Vladivostok
A first-rate place for barbecued meat, sushi and the classic bibimbap (rice topped with egg, beef and vegetables). It's tucked down a lane, barely visible…
Russian Far East
Beside pl Lenina, this clean modern stolovaya serves tasty, affordable staples: baked dishes, roast meats and the usual beet or potato salads are all on…
Yakutsk
Pleasant cafe with frothy coffee drinks, buttery croissants and other temptations (cherry Danishes, apple strudel, honeycake, bliny). The takeaway shop is…
Yakutsk
A central mall with a 2nd-floor food court whipping up pizza, noodles, sushi, baked goods and bubble tea. There's also a grocery store on the basement…
Russian Far East
A short stroll from the train station, Felicita is an attractive, Italian-themed cafe, with coffee, salads, light meals and pizzas.
Russian Far East
Across from the bus station, Mega has a top-floor food court with several cheap fast-food and canteen-style options.
Vladivostok
A convenient mall housing a well-stocked supermarket with a deli, and a top-floor food court with incredible views.
Esso
A simple cafe in the centre of the village, Minutka serves up Russian standards such as kotleta (meat cutlets) and solyanka (a meaty soup).
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