Let's talk about restaurants. More precisely, about the Ginza holding there are restaurants in St. Petersburg whose addresses are known to almost everyone who is interested in such establishments.
When you choose a place for a holiday or just friendly gatherings, what do you pay attention to first of all? Location, decor, menu and average bill? Of course, all this is of no small importance when choosing a restaurant. But will you go to an institution that perfectly matches all of the above, but has poor reviews and ratings? Unlikely. Even if you prefer such a well-known chain of Ginza restaurants in St. Petersburg, it makes sense to get acquainted with the opinions of visitors and then decide whether to go or not.
“I want Larisa Vannu”
The restaurant with a hooligan name is located at the address: Avenue of Science, 14/1 A.
Visitors note a cozy interior with unusual design solutions: a bicycle under the sink, painted park benches, classics on the floor, dressing rooms imitating telephone booths.
From the pros: a huge selection of Caucasian dishes, delicious desserts, an extensive bar list, non-tobacco hookahs. A decent selection of business lunches, which begin to cook after ordering, and do not heat up in the microwave.
Of the minuses, which are few, it is noted that some dishes can be cooked for a long time and the service is not always happy.
Obedbufet on 114 Nevsky Prospekt
Ginza restaurants in St. Petersburg are opening in a different format, and Obedbuffet is a clear confirmation of this. Judging by the feedback from visitors, this is a new street food: a self-service cafe with a large selection of European, Russian and Asian dishes. Every day you can try something new, the menu allows. Moreover, all dishes can be combined with each other. The price tag is also pleasing: the average check will be up to 500 rubles per person.
Unlike most institutions of this kind, the interior is carefully thought out and creates a feeling of comfort: wooden floors, lots of light, living plants, small tables, cupboards with dishes, cutlery, spices, napkins - for those who forgot to take what was needed at the checkout counter.
Of the minuses, it is noted that at lunchtime the cafe is very crowded and it is not always possible to find free tables.
Cucumber
Ginza restaurants in St. Petersburg opens not only in the city center, but also in residential areas. In the shopping center "Rainbow" on Kosmonavtov Avenue, 14 is one of the institutions of the network.
Cucumber specializes in dishes of French, Pan-Asian, Russian and European cuisines. Here you can enjoy delicious miso soup and eggplant and chickpea salad, teriyaki tuna, excellent roast beef and pasta. Visitors pay special attention to desserts: huge portions of cakes, familiar from childhood, melt in the mouth and eat, despite the diet.
Pluses include an unusual interior: beams under the ceiling, lawns underfoot, an interestingly designed play area, an open kitchen. Of the minuses, everyone notes a peculiar service: the waiters are persistent, they "forget" about the order already made and they have to "fish out" the staff themselves or wait patiently when they remember you.
"Smelt"
If you want to visit a specialty restaurant in the city center, then pay attention to the “Smelt” next to the Peter and Paul Fortress (3 Peter and Paul Fortress ). Look at what: the historic city center, Neva, view of the arrow of Vasilyevsky Island.
According to visitors, the interior of the restaurant is also pleasing to the eye: wood and leather, muted tones, unusual lamps and an old cabinet next to the bar. The menu is without any frills, the smelt in it is really presented both fried and smoked, with different sauces. Of the pluses, a wonderful tea card is also noted.
There are more minuses, according to reviews, and it all boils down to poor service, cramped spaces (tables are very close together), loud background music and high cost - the average bill is about 2000 rubles.
"Eggplant"
Another interesting establishment is located in the Gallery shopping center in the city center (Ligovsky Prospekt, 30a). In "Eggplant" (restaurant "Ginza", St. Petersburg) the menu consists of dishes of Uzbek, Caucasian and European cuisines. Special attention, according to patrons, deserves kebabs and vegetable snacks from eggplant - all unusually tasty and moderately spicy. For a little money, you can have a nice lunch during a business lunch.
By cons, as in most other Ginza Project restaurants, visitors include the service: the waiters are not always attentive and quick, often forget about their guests.
"I want kharcho"
Do you want to try real Georgian cuisine? Ginza Holding has restaurants in St. Petersburg as well. A colorful, vibrant and very soulful restaurant is located at Sadovaya 39. An undoubted plus of the institution is opening hours: at any time guests can fully have lunch and dinner, because I want Kharcho is open around the clock.
The interior is very cozy, and thanks to thoughtful zoning, there is no discomfort, even if the restaurant has a lot of visitors.
The menu is varied: there are meat and fish dishes, signature soups, desserts and an excellent bar menu. Guests especially note barbecue cooked on the grill, aromatic kharcho and khachapuri for every taste. The kitchen is quite spicy but tasty.
It is also worth mentioning the relatively inexpensive business lunches with large portions, the ability to order food with you, children's menus and board games.
There are practically no minuses, if only the duration of waiting for the order during the "full house" hours. So I want Kharcho, part of the Ginza Project holding (restaurants, St. Petersburg), is one of the best institutions of the project.
"Marie Vanna"
Want to surprise your guests with something unusual? Invite them to Marivanna, a small cozy Russian-style restaurant in Soviet retro style on Lenin Street 18. Many visitors describe their impressions after visiting this place as “having visited my grandmother in the country.”
The interior is appropriate: a crystal slide in a buffet, homespun paintings and black and white photo frames on the walls, cozy sofas and tables with starched white tablecloths. How unusual this looks for Ginza (restaurants in St. Petersburg), the photos clearly illustrate.
The menu pleases with the usual names: borsch, yushka, chicken and pea soups, pasta with stew, buckwheat with porcini mushrooms, aspic with horseradish, stuffed goose and pies.
Restaurant guests note that all portions are very large, they cook deliciously. The service is excellent: the waiters are polite, efficient, the dishes are served on time, they do not forget about the visitors.
Rib Eye
Perhaps this is one of the most expensive Ginza projects: restaurants in St. Petersburg cost an average of 1,500 rubles, a check in Ribay per person will cost from 2,500. What is this institution famous for and is it worth visiting?
If you like steaks and appreciate originality, then you should like it.
The interior is austere, designed in the classic combination of leather-wood. The highlight of the restaurant is the staff. Where else can you see singing and dancing waiters or magicians?
For lovers of peace and privacy, it is better to choose a table on the second floor, on the first always show programs.
On the menu, in addition to the steaks the restaurant specializes in, there are dishes of European and Japanese cuisines. Especially noted is the Nicoise salad, scallop tartare, desserts and, of course, steaks. Some dishes leave much to be desired, but not many.
The wine list is decent, but the prices are quite high, although there are quite budget options (for example, “homemade wine”).
Of the minuses, it is noted that it is not always possible to sit at a good table, therefore it is better to leave a reservation in advance, and a high average check.
"Attic"
Another restaurant from Ginza Project in the style of “expensive and pathos” is located on Pochtamtskaya street, 3-5. Stunning views of the rooftops of St. Petersburg and St. Isaac - one of the main advantages of this institution. Everything else, according to visitors, is quite average.
The interior is elegant, calm, in a classic seasoned style. The menu offers dishes of European and Asian cuisines. Without any frills, everything is familiar and easily recognizable. But they cook deliciously and the presentation of dishes is beautiful. On this, the pros end and the cons begin.
Looking through reviews of Ginza Project restaurants (St. Petersburg), many visitors pay attention to the quality of service. According to many guests, here it is simply terrifying: the waiters are inattentive, at the reception they can forget about the reservation of the table and do not even apologize for the inconvenience. Too loud background music and a high average bill - from 3500 per person excluding drinks. But, despite the cons, the average restaurant rating is 8.1. So whether to go there or not is up to you.