21 May

Summer terraces in Kiev

They say there is no bad weather, there is bad clothes. Therefore, today we tell you about summer terraces in Kiev, gardens and hidden yards that are definitely worth being visited for a snack and a glass of something tasty.

SALATEIRA, RESTAURANT OF HEALTHY FOOD

Address: 37 Sagaidachnogo str.

When the weather is getting warmer, summer terraces and pedestrians often start a real “fight for territory”. Salateira decided not to get involved into this battle, but to arrange its terrace in a cozy courtyard in Podol. The advantages are obvious: lots of space, peace and tranquility that cannot be found near noisy roads, and greenery around – a real oasis in the center of metropolis. All this combined with your favorite salads and warming or soft drinks (and with the weather this May you shall be prepared for everything) turns it into ideal place for a pit stop.

IKIGAI, JAPANESE CUISINE RESTAURANT

Address: 29 Pushkinskaya str., Premier Palace Hotel

Cozy soft chairs, abundance of greenery and modern Japanese cuisine in the heart of Kiev – these are the reasons why you should visit Ikigai terrace when walking around your favorite city. In addition, this place is rather acceptable both for business meeting for lunch and for romantic dinner for two. Specially for summer terrace opening a new ramen menu was introduced; in addition to classic cuisine, it also offers chilled versions of the world-famous meal. The chefs promise specials every month throughout the summer.

RESTAURANT MILLE MIGLIA RISTORANTE & ENOTECA IN RADISSON BLU HOTEL KYIV

Address: 22Yaroslavov Val str.,

The Italian restaurant-winery Mille Miglia Ristorante & Enotecahas opened a cozy small terrace for only 12 people – ideal for those who like to spend time alone or in small companies. Fabrizio Righetti, chef from Rome cooks real Italian cuisine without adaptation to Ukrainian tastes. Add extensive wine list and prosecco-based cocktail menu – and you gonna find yourself on the islet of Italy, without leaving Kiev. Another feature of the terrace – every two weeks they will offer new special meals from the chef; the cuisine will be based on traditional cuisine from different regions of Italy. The terrace is open from 8 am to 11pm, so you can enjoy both light breakfast and hearty business lunch or dinner with a friendly company.

ATMOSPHERE RESTAURANT

Address: 5-7/29 Tarasa Shevchenko Blvd./ Pushkinskaya str.,Premier Palace Hotel

Strolling along Shevchenko Boulevard, many of us stared at curlyroofs of the houses and imagined what the city looks like from there. You can now check your guesses sitting on the panoramic terrace of the Atmosphere restaurant, located on the 8th floor of the Premier Palace Hotel. Guests are offered a new original menu along with delicious cocktails and breathtaking panoramic view of Kiev. Along with relaxing music it will help you relax and reachZen after a busy day. The terrace will be open until October and will also offer its visitors josper meals. But pay special attention to Cajun cuisine that came to us from New Orleans – for example, gumbo soup or Cajun spiced salmon with nut sauce, spinach and shiitake.

ROJO OJO, RESTAURANT OF MEXICAN CUISINE

Address: 26 Obolonskyi Avenue

The season of outdoor gatherings is officially opened. So RojoOjo is calling those who love Mexican cuisine to visit its splendidterrace and combine watching finals of Eurovision and tasting special sets in the framework of Kiev Resto Week. But, of course, you can also enjoy new offerings, as well as meals and cocktails you already after the end of these events. Throughout the summer, the guests are always welcome to join for a lot of tequila, delicious food and music, and also – a spectacular view of Kiev, which is especially good when Obolonsky Avenue is lit with evening lights.

TERRACE OF THE AVALON ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX

Address: 3 Leontovicha str.

In addition to good coffee, panoramic terrace of Avalon restaurant offers stunning view. There is both open area and closed one, where you can hide from nasty weather, but still enjoy the views of Kiev. The terrace starts its work at 12:01 pm, so we recommend you to get here for brunch at weekend – freshly baked croissants and strong aromatic coffee will make your day. And for those who like evening hangouts, the place offers extensive choice of cocktails, new menu and DJs music sets who regularly performhere. In addition, they hold theme nights here – recently, for example, there was a May Day celebration here that was dedicated to Odessa and its special cuisine.

TERRACE RESTAURANT IN VOZVIZHENSKY BOUTIQUE-HOTEL

Address: 60a Vozdvizhenskaya str.

Vozdvizhensky boutique hotel offers 3 locations in the fresh air: courtyard, garden and panoramic terrace. The first offers street-food menu from the chef with emphasis on pan-Asian meals. Here you can taste tender steam bao burgers with duck or pork, bao hot dog, juicy sandwich salads and homemade lemonades with the tastes of “sorrel and elder” and “pear and rosemary”. In the garden you can order either meals from the main menu (Ukrainian and European cuisine in original interpretation), or come here forSwedish breakfast and thus start your day as lovely as possible. And those who like meals “with a smoke” are advised to choosepanoramic terrace with a beautiful view of Kiev, which is especially pleasant to enjoy in the rays of the pre-dawn sun. In June, traditional grill-evenings, as well as gourmet dinners with the chef start here.

BASSANO RESTAURANT

Address: 100 Bolshaya Vasilkovskaya str.

Enjoying Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, watching fantastic church of St. Nicholas on the opposite side of the street – what can be better if you want to feel like in an old Europe for an hour – and without leaving Kiev? You can hide from the rays of scorching sun, tasting homemade ice-cream and a glass of prosecco and sitting on the terrace of Bassano restaurant. And those who are looking for a more substantial snack should have a look at the seasonal asparagus menu – white asparagus sprouts were brought straight from Italy!

KACHOROVSKA STORE & CAFÉ

Address: 35а Borichev Tok str.

Summer terrace of Kachorovska Store & Café, located in a cozy green courtyard in Podol has a very special atmosphere. Here you can walk on the lawn, try a brand-name cold brew barista has already began making for you, snack with hearty breakfasts (they are served throughout the day). We believe this is an ideal place for Sunday brunch followed by walk around the old Kiev. In addition, as its gets warmer they promise extensive program in thecourtyard – from live performances of musicians and to tpop-up restaurant by Yevgeny Klopotenko; the latter will open for one day only – waiting for you on May 27.

YELLOW PLACE

Address: 9 Mechnikova str.

Another terrace has already opened its doors for the guests and on May 20 it offers #thebestsummerhangoutofthecountry. Yevgeny Gorban shall in charge of music, a box of Taittinger Brut champagne is responsible for good mood ( and they promise the price gonna be very pleasant). The place also offers marvelouslemonades, cocktails and of course all other drinks from the menu. You are welcome to come with friends and relatives and in no case leave your pets at home – Yellow Place promotes pet-friendly politics: small dogs can be inside, and those bigger – on the terrace.

KARTATA POTATA FAMILY RESTAURANT

Address: 1-3/5 Pushkinskaya str.

Some terraces are created to come there only with your soul mate. Others push to come with friends and enjoy a sea of music and cocktails. And if you want to get out somewhere with the entire family – so that it’s fun for both parents and kids – then it’s worth going to the terrace of Kartata Potata restaurant. One wants to stayhere all daylong, sitting in cozy armchairs under white umbrellas, watching people in the park opposite and enjoying meals from themenu. The restaurant often holds children culinary master classes, so you can combine useful and pleasant, leaving the younger members of the family to learn the basics of cooking, while the elders can continue leisurely conversations with a glass of wine.