3. Onegin
Onegin is simply beautiful. The designs seem to be inspired by a Russian fairy tale infused with antiques, Victorian furniture, wood log details, and marble topped tables. Enter the world of Onegin, where a bowl of borscht is $12, the cheese platter is described as "ambient," and there is an entire assortment of types of dumplings to be ordered from various Soviet cooking styles. And it is all so worth it, because Onegin takes the 'babooshka' out of Russian dining and brings it a taste of fine, five star cuisine.
We recommend: Beef Tenderloin "Stroganoff", Creamy strips of beef with mushrooms, pickles and a side of mashed potatoes.
Onegin, 3916th Ave (bet. 8th st. & Greenwich Ave), (212) 924-800, www.oneginnyc.com
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