Old Lviv Restaurant
Chrono · 254 Google reviewsOld Lviv Restaurant — top-tier food in Ukrainian Village. Order the Borscht. Walk in and you know immediately: this place is real. Elza Kapinoza: "We adored the hearty borscht, rich and comforting"
What 579 diners keep saying
What 579 diners keep saying
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“I visited this Ukrainian buffet restaurant a long time ago, but I still remember how good it was. Even though it was a buffet lunch, the price was very reasonable and there was a wide variety of delicious food to choose from. Everything was satisfying, and the atmosphere was nice as well. I wish I could visit again someday.”
“One of the best meals I’ve had in Chicago! Every bite tasted lovingly made. It felt like being in someone’s home. Can’t wait until I can make it back to Chicago for another meal here!”
“Very good. About $22/person for the buffet. Nice variety and everything is tasty and fresh. They take card and cash. There was about a 30 minute delay in opening the restaurant, so it was about 11:30, but the delicious food and cultural experience was well worth it.”
“The dinner buffet and bar selection were both awesome and affordable! Will be returning soon”
“Feels just like home! 🏠 Old Lviv is a cozy spot with true Ukrainian hospitality and amazing food. Everything tastes authentic – the borscht is rich, the varenyky are tender, the meat dishes are juicy, and the desserts bring back childhood memories. You can really feel the love and tradition in every bite. It’s wonderful to experience a piece of Lviv here in Chicago. If you miss real Ukrainian food, this is the place to go!”
“Such a cute little spot for authentic Ukrainian food. Everything was good, the buffet items and the perogies!! Please support this place. Street parking was pretty easy when we visited during a weekday lunch. Everything is super cheap.”
“The food is very tasty, and the atmosphere is cozy, there is not much space, but the feeling of comfort and sophistication is at a good level”
“If you’re reading all of the one star reviews about the bad service, please understand the cultural differences between Eastern European and American culture. The service may feel cold, you might feel like you’re being a bother, you might want to leave, you won’t receive a smile, but never take it personal. Stay. I highly recommend you try the borscht, it’s the national dish of Ukraine and it’s a really well put together soup. We got the varenyky and it was decent. I wish they had a beef only option. The waitress gives complementary bread with butter, but I recommend saving the bread to dip in the soup. They also had a buffet but we didn’t try anything, food looked good though. Very clean and cozy seating area. Definitely a great place to try authentic Ukrainian food if you’ve never had it before.”
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