Charming, grandmother's home vibe w/ flavored vodka & small plates. A true Russian escape.
Step into a whimsical, grandmotherly wonderland at this Russian gem, where the decor evokes a charmingly eccentric Eastern European home. The atmosphere is consistently praised for its unique ambiance, complete with good music and a wide array of flavored spirits. It's a delightful spot for both small plates and a full dining experience, offering a memorable escape from the ordinary.
This restaurant offers a taste of authentic Russian and Eastern European cuisine, with a particular emphasis on small plates and flavorful infused vodkas. Dishes like piroshki, pelmeni, and beef stroganoff are frequently mentioned, though some find the piroshki to be a bit pricey. The overall food quality is highly regarded, making it a strong contender for Russian dining experiences in the city.
"Highly recommended dishes include cranberry infused vodka, pelmeni, fish mayo salad, blinis, salo, and khinkali. The beef stroganoff is also a standout, alongside delicious cocktails and salads."
Customers rave about the restaurant's unique and cozy atmosphere, often comparing it to a charming grandmother's home. The food receives positive mentions, with specific recommendations for various Russian dishes and flavored vodkas.
Important Note
Some reviews suggest that certain items, like the piroshki, may be overpriced.
"User recommended Mari Vanna for its beef stroganoff and mentioned delicious cocktails and salads. They also noted Casa restaurant on Duane Street has a Brazilian version of stroganoff."
Positive"User described Mari Vanna as a gem."
Positive"User found Mari Vanna to be an adorable restaurant and thanked the recommender."
Positive"User recommended Mari Vanna, along with Veselka and The Odeon."
Positive"The commenter found the mention of Mari Vana, a Russian restaurant, to be a strange coincidence given their current interest in Russian players and hockey."
Neutral"Mari Vana is a Russian restaurant frequented by Russian NHL players when they are in town."
Positive"Mari Vanna was a blast in a previous year for a birthday celebration, known for its horseradish vodka shots, implying a lively atmosphere."
Positive"Mari Vanna was mentioned as a Russian restaurant."
Neutral"This is a recommendation for Russian food, specifically mentioning Mari Vanna in Manhattan."
Positive"Mari Vanna is considered the best option by this commenter, with food quality being higher than places in Brighton Beach and a less 'ethnic' vibe."
Positive"This commenter highly recommends Mari Vanna, suggesting the cranberry infused vodka, pelmeni, fish mayo salad, blinis, salo, and khinkali. They advise going with a group to try more dishes."
Positive"The commenter recommends Mari Vanna over other Russian restaurants, stating that the others are overpriced and of lower quality."
Positive"A commenter who previously mentioned Mari Vanna's piroshki as tasty but overpriced, now states that they are mediocre at best and they haven't found good ones."
Negative"Commenter states that Mari Vanna has tasty but overpriced piroshki."
Negative"In addition to criticizing the Russian Tea Room, this commenter mentions that Mari Vanna is a bit more expensive than Russian Samovar but has a gorgeous interior."
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Positive"This commenter recommends Mari Vanna in Manhattan as a better and more fun option for experiencing Russian ambiance compared to the Russian Tea Room."
Positive"A commenter suggested Mari Vanna as a possible source for fried pierogi-like items, and provided a picture for comparison."
Neutral"Mari Vanna was recommended for Russian food in the Eastern Europe category."
Positive"Responding to a recommendation for Mari Vanna, the user expresses that the restaurant looks amazing and they are adding it to their list of places to try."
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