The center of ancient Galicia, the heart of Ukraine, colorful, unique and beautiful in all seasons - this is all about Lviv. Completely modern, completely European and at the same time shrouded in secrets and mysteries, the city does not leave indifferent any visitor. To the credit of its citizens, they maintain an atmosphere of originality and special color in everything. Many cafes and restaurants in Lviv are not just catering establishments, this is a continuation of museum and exhibition halls.
Kryivka
A unique institution has been at the top of the list of the most original cafes in Lviv for two years now. Despite disputes over its anti-communist orientation, an allegedly open statement to the Russians, Kryivka managed to become the same business card of the city of Leo as the Hofbräuhaus cafe - the place of Hitler's failed coup - for Munich, for example.
Features:
- The fact that the cafe is located in the very center of the city, opposite the Town Hall, does not mean that everyone from the street will get into it immediately. “Kryivka”, which means “well-hidden place”, fully corresponds to its name. There are no signs from the street, the entrance is masked. To find a "tidy", you need to ask someone, at the same time and find out the password.
- Inside the basement is a real museum of “partisan glory” for freedom fighters.
The menu of this cafe in Lviv is made up of traditional Galician cuisine with original humorous names.
It is interesting that the most enthusiastic reviews about what they saw, heard and eaten are left by Russian tourists.
"Masoch cafe"
The most unusual cafe in Lviv. Masoch masters clearly respect. Why? You will learn more about this later. Finding a place is easy: at the entrance you admire the magnificent Leopold von Sacher-Masoch.
Features:
- Just say, the place is not for children. The atmosphere matches the works of Pan Leopold. At the entrance you will be immediately handcuffed, and if desired, a collar, and later, in the evening, they will also be whipped with a good whip. Do not be alarmed - only with voluntary consent.
- It’s not necessary to participate in the design of this cafe in Lviv Masoch, of course, but the whole interior is filled with the spirit of his works.
In the names of dishes and drinks, which include aphrodisiacs, the theme of erotica and sex everywhere slips, their design is appropriate.
Visitors' reviews come down to one thing: it was cool and unusual!
"Gasova Lampe"
Talking about interesting cafes in Lviv, it is simply impossible to ignore the cafe-museum (or museum-cafe?) "Gasova Lamp". Gus, or kerosene in Russian, was invented by Lviv pharmacists Ignatius Lukasevich and Jan Zega to use for lighting. In 1853, they invented such a device as a kerosene lamp, which turned out to be very popular for many years. Lviv enthusiasts created a museum of this common device, and for the convenience of viewing the exhibition combined it with a snack bar. The result exceeded expectations. "Gasova Lamp" has become one of the leaders among the most visited cafes in Lviv.
Features:
- The review presents the largest collection of kerosene lamps in Europe.
- The twilight of the room, narrow spiral staircases resemble the atmosphere of an old pharmacy.
- As accessories, various items related to fire and kerosene are used (for example, a canister).
- Guests are greeted by the pans Lukasevich and Zega themselves, in the form of sculptures, of course. The latter, by the way, invites guests from the window.
Ukrainian cuisine presents the menu: lard in different forms, home-made sausages, pickles. Drinks are also Ukrainian - quite strong “mead”, “horseradish” and even “kerosene”, “gasoline” and “naphtha”.
After pleasantly warming soul drinks in beakers and plentiful meat plates for a surprisingly good price, the visitors' reviews were enthusiastic, despite the crowded corridors. Minus - large lines at the entrance.
"Coffee maker"
Although coffee does not belong to truly Ukrainian products, the attitude to this drink in the city is reverent. The air of the main streets is literally saturated with its smell, and small coffee houses are located everywhere. By far, the “Coffee maker” was recognized as the best coffee house.
Features:
- The cafe also combines a bookstore that offers real Ukrainian literature.
- One room - a transparent, cozy terrace overlooking the city center, the second for extreme sports enthusiasts - put on a helmet and go down to a real mine, where miners from lava produce coffee.
The menu includes coffee, coffee, coffee ... From the many names of the drink literally ripples in the eyes. Coffee dessert, coffee mulled wine, coffee with nuts, liquor, sealed, etc. Coffee recipes represent the whole globe. The menu also offers basic snacks, so no one will be left hungry.
About this cafe Lviv reviews leave true coffee lovers. Enthusiastic responses receive the general atmosphere, service culture, original desserts and a choice of coffee. Cons: little light and fairly high prices.
“The first grill restaurant of meat and justice”
Judging by the reviews, the Lviv cafe with the same name has one drawback: it is constantly full of people, long lines, which are difficult to withstand, since the aromas of fried meat spread for a whole quarter. A hungry tourist can faint easily. The atmosphere of the institution is more like a pub.
Features:
- The theme of the institution tells about the life and work of an important person in the Middle Ages - the executioner.
- The setting is appropriate: rough tables, uncouth log stools, axes and other utensils from the executioner's life.
The menu includes meat, meat, a lot of meat in various variations. Beer and spirits, as well as compulsory coffee, are present in a diverse assortment.
The Masson Lodge
This place also has another name - “The most expensive restaurant in Galicia”. The prices here are really high, but, like all the original cafes in Lviv, this institution for the elite has its secrets.
Features:
- The atmosphere of mystery and belonging to a special clan.
- Light classical music and jazz.
- The staff is just men.
- Secret number one - for those who have LOKAL cards (which, incidentally, can simply be put around the entrance), everything is cheaper exactly 10 times.
- Guests are greeted by a mysterious host in a bathrobe and slippers and secretly escorted to the hall.
Menu: European gourmet cuisine.
Reviews are the most polar: from complete enthusiasm to the same utter bewilderment of pricing.
"House of Legends"
The palm in the harmonious combination of bread and circuses should be given to the restaurant-museum "House of Legends". This institution in all reviews is the leader in the rating of entertaining restaurants and cafes in Lviv. The photo is not able to fully describe the atmosphere of the four floors of the restaurant, each room of which tells about an event, a legend related to the history of the city.
Features:
- Guests at the entrance are greeted by a chimney sweep, which tells stories (sorry, legends).
- Part of the staff is dwarfs.
- The halls are dedicated to stories about the Lviv clock, pavement, lions, underground river. You can also learn about urban traditions, special dialect, weather and traditions of citizens.
Menu: dishes according to old Lviv recipes. Prices are moderate.
Reviews are mostly positive, even enthusiastic.
Chocolate Workshop
If you are fortunate enough to stroll past an institution called the Chocolate Workshop, take the time to stop by. You already know that the best cafes in Lviv have their original zest. The chocolate girl is no exception. From the name it is already clear that the establishment is engaged in the manufacture of chocolate, but what! Recipes of this goodies are in the hundreds of varieties.
Features:
- The cooking process takes place in a hall with glass walls, so that all manipulations can be observed.
- If desired, everyone can make their own chocolate, under the guidance of a specialist.
- The cafe has two rooms: a cafeteria with desserts and an exhibition-shop of finished chocolate souvenirs.
Menu: hot chocolate, coffee, ice-cream cakes.
Judging by the reviews, everything is very tasty, especially finished products. The only minus is a lot of complaints about the service in the cafe, but if the institution wants to remain in the ranking of the best, the administration will take action, because the competition in the capital of Galicia is great.
Our review affected only a small part of the amazing and exclusive Lviv cafes. Talking about everything for a long time is better to see. One thing is clear - in this city they love guests and know how to surprise.