Best Russian store in Ohio, for me. When I crave Russian food, I drive to Columbus, not nearby stores in Cleveland. Very friendly staff and high quality food!
Elena Lubenets
The best :) love their food selection’
Kan Aku
Former Soviet Block countries all represented plus more at very reasonable prices.
The smoked meats are amazing. If ever in doubt the nice lady behind the counter will help you find and try great products. I never knew so much can be found in so little space. Definitely going back for more.
Kan Aku
Former Soviet Block countries all represented plus more at very reasonable prices.
Alex Perchuk
Got some delicious bulka (white bread)
Tom R.
Great place with a great selection. Prefer over Diana Deli who lacks wide selection.
D. Che
Good Russian teacher and a good Russian store next to it.
David Che
Good Russian teacher and a good Russian store next to it.
Yelena Wu
Great people and business!
Daveed Abrams
The owners were extremely helpful with my first Russian experience. The food is superb and the store is very clean. I also was lucky enough to experience the little children gaveling a dance lesson from a very talented daughter of the owners. 10/10
I think this is actually called Romashka, and is next to the Russian Club, but both are small and are attached. I used to come here a lot when I lived nearby, and was reminded of it recently so I stopped in. Easy to miss, just east of the church bookstore. Looks closed, but is usually open. People are friendly, and will greet you in Russian at first. It is tiny, and packed with interesting stuff: sausages, pastries, candy, drinks, dry goods, etc. Ask if you have questions, and enjoy some great Russian (and Eastern European) food. I have had the Napoleons and loved them. This time I got a "poppy seed danish" which is similar to my family's rolled kolache, or a strudel, etc. Also some bulk dried apricots. High quality stuff at reasonable prices.
Ilya Gruzberg
Very nice store with very nice owners. Lots of Russian favorites, including hard to find Olivier salad, pierogi and "herring under a coat".
Stacie R.
Hubby & I stopped in here with 15min to close. Felt horrible, but after the Yelp reviews, we had to just take a minute a look around. We're trying to broaden our horizons beyond the burger & fries. The Store does look a bit ominous from the outside. Open sign on the door, but looked closed. Door knob turned & we walk into a brightly lit, full, but quaint market. A bit overwhelming for a newbie. But the moment we started asking questions, the owner (I presume), was very willing to help. With suggestions & honesty, we walk out of there with (the more premium) caviar, which he let me taste before I bought (Holy s$i@, it was beautiful), a bag of Lavash bread & a vegetable spread. We're definitely going back to get some chili paste & to try the smoked meats & maybe smoked salmon. And we're bringing friends.
Jane L.
I have been going to this store for years. It really is he best in Columbus( I tried them all, I promise). I very highly recommend for your Russian food needs!!! The outside may look a bit strange, don't let that deter you! Come on in to the little store with a surprisingly large and delicious variety of products. The owner is very nice, he will help you pick some items out and let you taste whatever you want. If he says "this is the best product, I think you will like it" try it! I have almost never been disappointed. There are a few favorites that I always get from here. The smoked salmon is incredible. The chunk you purchase is from a literal smoked salmon that you see him cut in front of you. The Korean marinated carrots are yummy as are the other marinated items. He has these dry little hunting sausages that I have recently discovered, so good! I also love the candy, corn puffs!!! (Omg addicting) and little bags of flavored crouton like chips that go well with beer. The owner will help with any questions, just ask!! Parking is a bit iffy so I usually parallel park just past the store. Go and enjoy this little gem filled with delicious Russian yummies!
Nate E.
Excellent hidden gem for sampling Eastern European Food stuffs with a variety of unique grocery items and cheeses, meats, fish, breads and desserts. Not just Russian food but different regional items from Eastern Europe as a whole. First off, the owner Boris is extremely friendly and sociable, offering insights and suggestions on different foods, happily offering up samples without even asking including different tips for preparation. They have everything from Hungarian smoked meats (melt in one's mouth quality) to Estonian bologna's and sausages, traditional Russian meats and a variety of fish. The bread is excellent and unprocessed without preservatives, which means that it must be refrigerated. The cheeses are fresh and delicious and Boris will help pair and match different food stuffs to make a perfect sandwich. Russian horseradish with beets which cuts down on the bite, creating a deeper flavor profile....A grocery for people who care for good taste. The desserts....One key Russian favorite is the marshmellow cookies, somewhat similar to Pinwheels or Mallomars except for one fact, they are gourmet (taste really good) and ten times as delicious. First, no processed preservatives or chemicals, instead sugar and cream, whipping up super addictive chocolate covered marshmellow cookies with touches of apple sauce or other natural ingredients that subtly send the flavor profiles into different directions. There are a variety of different manufactures with prices going up to boxed sets... A variety of gourmet chocolates by the bulk. Polish, Russian and other candies that are individually wrapped in shiny foil and have a mature flavor with more emphasis on the theme such as almond, pistachio or liquor rather than being overly sweet, a hallmark of European pastry, cakes and candy. Icecreams, large variety of mineral waters and fresh bakery items such as poppy seed cakes that are brought in from Brooklyn, New York. There is a charm to this deli with it's almost hidden sparsely advertised front, but once inside, the feeling is as if stepping into a Russian or Ukrainian neighborhood grocery with top shelf items. Beyond being satisfied with the food selection, the ability to try samples and the educative process of learning about Eastern European foods from Boris is the fact that he's sociable, isn't rude or standoffish, especially in regards to answering questions and sharing stories about his life. A very nice and unselfish person. Really. Beyond the grocery within the same building is something called the Russian Club for Russian day care, language courses, plays and performances and other cultural activities and Russian cultural promotion which I believe is run by his wife. In total, you don't have to be Russian, Eastern European to enjoy the healthy and tasty foods that are offered in this small grocery store. In fact, I would highly suggest taking a food adventure and visiting the place in which to savor and taste unique foods not found in the American palette. The food offerings aren't strange or exotic, but definitely European in nature, with a strong emphasis on freshness and being naturally organic. I am going out of my way to review this place not just because of the food and pleasant culinary experience, but also the impressionable nature of the owner who made me feel at home and at ease. Sometimes visiting stores that offer foreign food, the proprietors can be offstandish, rude or unfriendly. Not here. The whole package awaits those ready to eat very good food. And again, the Hungarian smoked meats literally melt in one's mouth. The glistening fat dissolves in a flavor rush that....well, what are you waiting for, go try it all out. P.S. Don't forget the marshmellow cookies!
Best Russian store in Ohio, for me. When I crave Russian food, I drive to Columbus, not nearby stores in Cleveland. Very friendly staff and high quality food!
The best :) love their food selection’
Former Soviet Block countries all represented plus more at very reasonable prices. The smoked meats are amazing. If ever in doubt the nice lady behind the counter will help you find and try great products. I never knew so much can be found in so little space. Definitely going back for more.
Former Soviet Block countries all represented plus more at very reasonable prices.
Got some delicious bulka (white bread)
Great place with a great selection. Prefer over Diana Deli who lacks wide selection.
Good Russian teacher and a good Russian store next to it.
Good Russian teacher and a good Russian store next to it.
Great people and business!
The owners were extremely helpful with my first Russian experience. The food is superb and the store is very clean. I also was lucky enough to experience the little children gaveling a dance lesson from a very talented daughter of the owners. 10/10
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I think this is actually called Romashka, and is next to the Russian Club, but both are small and are attached. I used to come here a lot when I lived nearby, and was reminded of it recently so I stopped in. Easy to miss, just east of the church bookstore. Looks closed, but is usually open. People are friendly, and will greet you in Russian at first. It is tiny, and packed with interesting stuff: sausages, pastries, candy, drinks, dry goods, etc. Ask if you have questions, and enjoy some great Russian (and Eastern European) food. I have had the Napoleons and loved them. This time I got a "poppy seed danish" which is similar to my family's rolled kolache, or a strudel, etc. Also some bulk dried apricots. High quality stuff at reasonable prices.
Very nice store with very nice owners. Lots of Russian favorites, including hard to find Olivier salad, pierogi and "herring under a coat".
Hubby & I stopped in here with 15min to close. Felt horrible, but after the Yelp reviews, we had to just take a minute a look around. We're trying to broaden our horizons beyond the burger & fries. The Store does look a bit ominous from the outside. Open sign on the door, but looked closed. Door knob turned & we walk into a brightly lit, full, but quaint market. A bit overwhelming for a newbie. But the moment we started asking questions, the owner (I presume), was very willing to help. With suggestions & honesty, we walk out of there with (the more premium) caviar, which he let me taste before I bought (Holy s$i@, it was beautiful), a bag of Lavash bread & a vegetable spread. We're definitely going back to get some chili paste & to try the smoked meats & maybe smoked salmon. And we're bringing friends.
I have been going to this store for years. It really is he best in Columbus( I tried them all, I promise). I very highly recommend for your Russian food needs!!! The outside may look a bit strange, don't let that deter you! Come on in to the little store with a surprisingly large and delicious variety of products. The owner is very nice, he will help you pick some items out and let you taste whatever you want. If he says "this is the best product, I think you will like it" try it! I have almost never been disappointed. There are a few favorites that I always get from here. The smoked salmon is incredible. The chunk you purchase is from a literal smoked salmon that you see him cut in front of you. The Korean marinated carrots are yummy as are the other marinated items. He has these dry little hunting sausages that I have recently discovered, so good! I also love the candy, corn puffs!!! (Omg addicting) and little bags of flavored crouton like chips that go well with beer. The owner will help with any questions, just ask!! Parking is a bit iffy so I usually parallel park just past the store. Go and enjoy this little gem filled with delicious Russian yummies!
Excellent hidden gem for sampling Eastern European Food stuffs with a variety of unique grocery items and cheeses, meats, fish, breads and desserts. Not just Russian food but different regional items from Eastern Europe as a whole. First off, the owner Boris is extremely friendly and sociable, offering insights and suggestions on different foods, happily offering up samples without even asking including different tips for preparation. They have everything from Hungarian smoked meats (melt in one's mouth quality) to Estonian bologna's and sausages, traditional Russian meats and a variety of fish. The bread is excellent and unprocessed without preservatives, which means that it must be refrigerated. The cheeses are fresh and delicious and Boris will help pair and match different food stuffs to make a perfect sandwich. Russian horseradish with beets which cuts down on the bite, creating a deeper flavor profile....A grocery for people who care for good taste. The desserts....One key Russian favorite is the marshmellow cookies, somewhat similar to Pinwheels or Mallomars except for one fact, they are gourmet (taste really good) and ten times as delicious. First, no processed preservatives or chemicals, instead sugar and cream, whipping up super addictive chocolate covered marshmellow cookies with touches of apple sauce or other natural ingredients that subtly send the flavor profiles into different directions. There are a variety of different manufactures with prices going up to boxed sets... A variety of gourmet chocolates by the bulk. Polish, Russian and other candies that are individually wrapped in shiny foil and have a mature flavor with more emphasis on the theme such as almond, pistachio or liquor rather than being overly sweet, a hallmark of European pastry, cakes and candy. Icecreams, large variety of mineral waters and fresh bakery items such as poppy seed cakes that are brought in from Brooklyn, New York. There is a charm to this deli with it's almost hidden sparsely advertised front, but once inside, the feeling is as if stepping into a Russian or Ukrainian neighborhood grocery with top shelf items. Beyond being satisfied with the food selection, the ability to try samples and the educative process of learning about Eastern European foods from Boris is the fact that he's sociable, isn't rude or standoffish, especially in regards to answering questions and sharing stories about his life. A very nice and unselfish person. Really. Beyond the grocery within the same building is something called the Russian Club for Russian day care, language courses, plays and performances and other cultural activities and Russian cultural promotion which I believe is run by his wife. In total, you don't have to be Russian, Eastern European to enjoy the healthy and tasty foods that are offered in this small grocery store. In fact, I would highly suggest taking a food adventure and visiting the place in which to savor and taste unique foods not found in the American palette. The food offerings aren't strange or exotic, but definitely European in nature, with a strong emphasis on freshness and being naturally organic. I am going out of my way to review this place not just because of the food and pleasant culinary experience, but also the impressionable nature of the owner who made me feel at home and at ease. Sometimes visiting stores that offer foreign food, the proprietors can be offstandish, rude or unfriendly. Not here. The whole package awaits those ready to eat very good food. And again, the Hungarian smoked meats literally melt in one's mouth. The glistening fat dissolves in a flavor rush that....well, what are you waiting for, go try it all out. P.S. Don't forget the marshmellow cookies!