The Hermitage Restaurant (Moscow) is rich in its history and culture. It is located in the cultural center of the capital in one of the oldest buildings. Since its inception, much has changed in the institution (appearance, interior, owners and workers), but the atmosphere has remained the same.
Restaurant History
The building where the restaurant is located was built in 1816. At that time there was a pub and a bathhouse in it. All classes came to rest here. Since 1864, the building began to be rebuilt and make additions to it. Since 1917, it was generally closed. The restaurant earned only in 1989.
Based on the data of the capital’s legend, the restaurant was the brainchild of the famous cook Lucien Olivier and Jacob Pegov (Moscow merchant). After the death of Olivier, the tavern was bought by the trading company Hermitage. Since then, the name has been firmly attached to this institution for centuries.
From the very beginning, the restaurant Olivier and Pegova worked according to Parisian traditions, but was called a "tavern". After the community bought it, nothing has changed. The waiters still wore white shirts out of the way, and the cooks served their best culinary delights.
This restaurant Olivier and Pegova was famous and in demand in those years in Moscow. The restaurant was open from 11:00 to 04:00 at night, while bringing huge revenue to the owners. All the Moscow nobility and the cream of society gathered here. The institution was famous for its exquisite cuisine, a wide range of expensive drinks and pleasant music.
Modernity
Currently, the Hermitage restaurant (Moscow) remains a famous place. Exquisite palace decoration, ancient history and good location - make this place popular.
They say that it was in these walls that the famous New Year's salad "Olivier" was born. Banquets, anniversaries and business meetings are held here.
The modern building underwent a series of reconstructive changes after the fire in 2013. For several years the restaurant was closed, like the whole building. However, since the end of 2018, the doors of the institution are open for guests.
Hermitage Restaurant: Address
The institution is located near the Tushinskaya metro station, on Vishnevaya street, house 13. This is the Pokrovskoye-Streshnevo district in Moscow. Nearby there is parking for cars. It is convenient to get here by any transport. The Hermitage restaurant (Moscow) operates around the clock and seven days a week.
Interior
At the entrance, guests will find royal chic. A lot of columns combined with stucco molding, gold wall decoration and luxurious carpets - all this characterizes the interior design of the restaurant. Antique furniture with interesting upholstery, candlesticks and lampshades seem to be standing here from the past era. Everything sparkles and shines. There are a lot of mirrors and streaming light in the halls.
On the tables are neat lamps with soft unobtrusive light. Cutlery and dishes are also stylized in the 60s of the last century.
Menu
At the restaurant you can try dishes of Russian, European and Mediterranean cuisines. On weekdays, business lunches are served here. Also, guests are offered seasonal dishes from the "Winter Menu" and a wine list.
In the section of cold appetizers there are more than 20 kinds of dishes. There are meat and fish slices, whims, tartar, carpaccio and a plateau of fresh vegetables. The most expensive cold dishes are hot smoked sturgeon with lemon and sauce (890 rubles per serving) and assorted European cheeses (1200 rubles). From inexpensive snacks, guests are invited to: mushrooms, pickles, olives and olives (within 500 rubles per serving).
The menu has a large number of salads. The branded Hermitage is cooked with boiled tongue and walnut. A portion costs 460 rubles. The list contains "Greek", "Caesar" and "Capital". Guests are offered several options for salads with seafood and fresh vegetables. The cost of dishes in this section is from 420 to 900 rubles.
Fish dishes and seafood in the institution are in special demand. In the restaurant you can order sterlet, cod, pike perch, salmon, sea bass and hash brown in various cooking variations. Oysters on ice and king prawns are special dishes. The cost of fish and seafood from 600 rubles and above.
The Hermitage Restaurant (Moscow) invites visitors to try ribeye and chateau mignon with pasta, as well as beef stroganoff and chicken tobacco. Original dishes - venison dumplings and kidney "in Russian" are popular with customers. The cost of main meat dishes is from 500 rubles and above.
The Hermitage prepares burgers and grilled dishes, and also offers a large selection of side dishes for any meat or fish. So, visitors can choose potatoes (fries, boiled, fried with mushrooms), rice, vegetables and bread basket.
For dessert, customers can choose tiramisu, Earl Ruins, chocolate soufflé or ice cream. Also in the assortment of sweet dishes there is honey and jam.
Breakfast Dishes
For visitors, cooks prepare several options for pancakes with different fillings for breakfast. There are also cereals, hot sandwiches and fried eggs. Breakfast will cost guests 200-600 rubles.
Business lunch
In order to feed guests at lunchtime, chefs prepare several options for dishes to choose from. On weekdays from 12:00 to 16:00 everyone can eat a business lunch at the Hermitage. It includes soup and a main course. Guests are also offered a choice of drinks and pastries. The cost of such a meal is from 300 rubles.
Winter menu
This section has just a few dishes. Of these, arugula and tiger shrimp salad for 690 rubles, classic vinaigrette and lamb dumplings. Guests can order turkey steak or cod (cost about 800 rubles). As a dessert, in this section there is a chocolate "Bomb" for 290 rubles.
Reviews
Most visitors in their reviews indicate that this place has its own atmosphere and royal interior. Coming here is a pleasure for them. Delicious food, friendly staff and wonderful music have a long conversation. Professional service and attention to each client - this is what the guests of the Hermitage restaurant note in their responses.
Guests in reviews are not stingy with praise. Some celebrate family holidays and weddings here. They like the location and atmosphere of the establishment. Delicious food complements the image of the restaurant. Lucien Olivier laid the foundation for a beautiful place in Moscow.
Of the negative qualities, some visitors note too high prices. However, this food and atmosphere is worth it. You can come here with both family and friends. A wide range of drinks and dishes will appeal to all guests.