FOOD:

The menu has a wide range of Russian and Uzbek dishes. Borscht (beetroot soup) is a great introduction to hearty Eastern European flavours. Plump beef Russian dumplings in chicken broth served with sour cream and herbs is wonderfully comforting and could be a meal in itself. Order a basket of yeasty home-made bread to enjoy with these soups. Authentic stroganoff has tender strips of beef and onion in a beefy sauce, served with french fries or rice. Chicken kiev is a plump and moist chicken breast that oozes a superb buttery sauce when cut. A side dish of potatoes, fried with onions and garnished with dill shows how something so simple can deliver such satisfaction. A dessert of crepes is nice and light, but deserves a higher quality of ice cream.

SETTINGS:

The dearth of Russian restaurants in most Southeast Asian cities makes Podkova's Russian and Uzbek comfort food noteworthy for homesick Slavs and curious newcomers. Decor is down-to-earth, but handpainted illustrations of Russian folklore add whimsy. Service is friendly, but slow.

ADDRESS :

120/10 Sukhumvit Soi 23, Bangkok 10110