Kyiv is very affordable city. One of the most affordable in whole Europe in fact (if not the most affordable). That makes the Ukrainian capital a great destination. But if you’re on a budget and you don’t want to spend much and still have a decent meal here’s my list for you. Let me share with you 3 great cheap eats in Kyiv!
1. Puzata Hata
Address: multiple places around the city, HERE is the map with their location
Website: http://www.puzatahata.com.ua/eng/
Puzata Hata is a symbol of Ukrainian affordable eating. They serve good quality food for nice price. Cuisine is predominantly Ukrainian although there are different meals to choose from. It is a great place to try Ukrainian traditional borsch, varenyky and chicken kiev. There’s a self-service here canteen-style. You take a tray and take whatever meal you want and afterwards pay at the cash desk.
Price of lunch: from 50 UAH (1,7 EUR)
2. Yaroslava
Address: Yaroslaviv Val, 13
Website: this place is in operation since the 60s and doesn’t follow the modern technology trends
Legendary place serving delicious pies with different fillings. Prices are low, pies are super delicious. Interior of the place is quite kitschy recreating times of medieval Kyiv Rus but it only adds to the experience. Expect queues to get a tasty pie and reminiscent of Soviet service.
Prices of pies range from 6 to 15 UAH (0.2 to 0.5 EUR)
3. Titka Klara
Address: Rognidynska 1/13
Website: https://www.facebook.com/tetyaklara/
Main competitor of Yaroslava, Titka Klara also serves pies. They are equally tasty but here you have a modern loft design and Wi-Fi. Great place to grab a quick eat and drink a cup of coffee or tea.
Prices of pies range from 8 UAH to 18 UAH (0.4 to 0.7 EUR)
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