We made a reservation to treat my parents here for their 50th wedding anniversary. It was a beautiful and memorable evening, wonderful food and ambiance, and nostalgic live music which they enjoyed and danced to. The team went out of their way to make it very special for them. Thank you!! read more

The service was flawless. From the moment we arrived we were warmly welcomed. Our server was very helpful when we asked for his recommendations. The food was outstanding. We chose to start our meal with the borscht and Solyanka. Both soups we served with a shot of house infused vodka. We devoured both and enjoyed them immensely. Next we had the chicken Kiev with mashed potato. It was perfect. Tender chicken stuffed with garlic and herbs that gushed out gently when cut Into. Amazing We also ordered the pozhasrky cutlet. Served with mashed potato. It was decadent. We finished with a shared dessert of sour cherry vereniki. Tender dumplings filled with sour cherry and served with a sweet cherry jam and sour cream. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. We can't wait to return and sample some more. read more

Really nice vibe, good service, staff worked with us when we had extra people show up. I loved the live music and the family atmosphere, it was a way for me to be exposed to Russian culture! read more

Cafe St. Petersburg - Food, drinks and live music! - Russian Near Me - Newton Centre, Massachusetts

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I celebrated my birthday with family and friends at this restaurant and was very pleased. The management helped me with all my questions, including choosing a menu and setting up tables. The service was excellent, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was very friendly. I would definitely choose this restaurant again. read more

Stumbled into Café St. Petersburg completely by chance, and it ended up being one of the loveliest dining experiences I've had in a long time. The hostess was incredibly warm and welcoming, and our server, Liza, was absolutely wonderful. We didn't even realise at first that it was a Russian restaurant--and despite a wedding happening in the back, they invited us in as if we were longtime friends. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between classy and comfortable, with a genuine family feel wrapped in elegant décor. The drinks were excellent, and although I didn't order the soup, I learned it's served with horseradish vodka--so naturally, I had to try the vodka on its own. It was fantastic. They also have live music on the weekends, which just adds to the charm. Highly recommend this place, and I'm already looking forward to coming back. . read more

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" Good food on tablecloth dinning ; place got a little modern day makeover " So this place is cool if you want an old school table cloth dinning ; yet an upbeat trendy vibe . My husband and I came on date night . The food was delicious, fresh and good portion sizes we thought . The service was excellent. The vibe is warm . We definitely will be back on another date night . read more

We had a wonderful birthday celebration at St. Petersburg Café! Everything was perfect -- delicious food, excellent service (the staff was amazing), beautiful ambiance, and great music (not too loud, which was a huge plus). I also want to mention the very welcoming and lovely hostess. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in MA (we're visiting from FL). read more

We absolutely LOVED our Saturday evening at Cafe St Petersburg. We went in without expectations-- we didn't realize there would be live music or have any sense of what the atmosphere would be like. It was fantastic. Lots of multigenerational families getting up to dance to the live singers (so good! a mix of russian favorites, italian disco, and some contemporary J Lo) in between courses. The food and cocktail program were destination-worthy, so if loud-ish wedding reception is not quite your vibe, be sure to head over on a week night and come hungry! Bring a few dining partners so you can try more dishes. This was an incredibly family (kid) friendly experience- great for parents with small kids who might enjoy burning some energy dancing between bites. Service team was excellent- helpful, welcoming to our totally non-russian speaking party, and flexible. read more

If I could give this place 100 stars I would. Coming all the way from Newport, RI to seek out a Russian restaurant. My Fiancé found a little restaurant outside of the Boston area. Little did we know that they would soon be a big part of my life. Although I never came here, they treated me like family. The server that made us feel at home was Nikolai. My son who has autism, was treated with kindness. When we usually go to restaurants workers look at my son as if he was different/loud/annoying and try to get us out fast and here, he was treated like a regular human being. I told Nikolai that he likes mustard bread, he came back with spicy mustard, stating that it may be too spicy for him so I should try it first, I told him it was too spicy and that it was okay if he couldn't find it. he went out of his way to find regular mustard with a smile on his face and excited that he found mustard for my son's food aversions. Little did he know when we were going home, I started crying. He was kind to us the whole time we were there and I couldn't be more thankful for this server. He made sure my son had a small amount of salmon, along with tomatoes that he loves so much. When my son got loud or started to stim no one batted an eye. Your staff was kind and caring and most of all welcoming. It felt like a second home and I've only been here once. After finding out that my great-grandmother spoke fluent Russian, I went on a quest to try and learn the language and the cuisines in order to try and connect with my ancestor. This is one of the reasons why we came here in the first place. I didn't know that this restaurant was going to treat us like family. Thank you so very much we will come again. This restaurant is easy to find and is on the T, Newton Center on the Green Line - (D) Riverside. This makes this restaurant easily accessible for people who have a hard time driving in cities! read more

I didn't know it's now under new ownership. The chef has changed and the decor has been updated. No more piano dining and in goes the Dj booth. The dining room is a lot brighter than yesterday. The white table cloth service and modern take is refreshing. The menu has changed slightly, the borscht is still good but flavor is slightly different. The chicken kiev of yesterday was better but the one of today was still good. The beef stroganoff with barley risotto was vastly improved. The piroshki before came in a flaky pastry, the one now resemble more of a bread dough, more dense and less buttery. Sergei, hopefully I spelled that correctly; remains as fantastic as ever. Nestled in a Newton centre, it can be hard to find. read more

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I wanted to thank everyone involved in the preparation and organization of our wonderful event!!! We had an amazing time at your restaurant! The organization was top-notch! Everyone was eager to help us, from the owner and managers to the waitstaff! You have wonderful employees--each and every one of them! Our guests mentioned that the food was delicious, and the service was excellent. Even the two vegan guests didn't go hungry--you took our wishes into account and prepared special dishes for them, and Sergey kept checking in to make sure everything was going well for them. That means a lot! The food was incredibly tasty, which made us even happier! Huge thanks to the chefs! You made our evening unforgettable! Here are some photos along with your happy customers!!! read more

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Had a great time at this restaurant. The vibe is cool and the food is good. I will be back soon

Good food and great " infusion " vodka. The restaurant changed in the past several years. Great atmosphere.

An absolutley beautiful dining experience. A charming environment. Brilliant food that you cannot find anywhere in Massachusetts. My Husband took me to this Resteraunt on our first date and He was so happy with the food as the chef's dishes reminded him of his Mothers cooking. he ordered almost everything off of the Menu just so I could try meals that were near and dear to his heart. A very romantic memory that stays with me every day. I highly recommend. read more

Excellent meal and experience! Chicken Kiev, borscht, herring under a fur coat, stuffed cabbage and honey cake were amazing

Me being Russian and my friend being a fan of me, we decided to give Cafe St. Petersburg a try. We live in back bay so the T ride out there was a little ways. However, now looking back it was all worth it! When we first walked in, we were immediately taken back to Russia with its fine dining. I especially liked the look of the patio, as it reminded me of being in my woodsy home. We were greeted by a very nice hostess who sat us immediately. He took our order and was very polite. He got us both some water as well as some bread which was cold but it reminded me of being my younger safe in Russia. The atmosphere was very interesting. Considering we were the only diners at the time, it felt like being in a house where you are lonely and have a whole bunch of booze next to you. But truthfully, it resonates with my home life so I didn't mind it to much. We got a shot of the house infused vodka which was very good. It tasted like lemon and didn't burn on the way down. So if your looking for a place to get drunk and don't wanna feel the burn this is the place for you!! We were the only ones in the restaurant for about 30 minutes until another couple walked in. The hostess was not at the reception desk, however, the couple eventually found him after poking there head into the kitchen. He was very attentive to them as well to me and my submissive. I found myself in need of a restroom, and I have to say, the restroom was quite pleasant. I ran into the nice waiter out in the hall and he was lounging in a chair playing on his phone. However, I figured he must of had a very long day with serving people so I figured he deserved a nice break. After I returned, i saw a kid run from the kitchen to the bar with these super dope light up sketches, and our entrees were served. I ordered the Marinated Hen and my friend got Chicken bagels (or something along those lines), they were both very delicious! I was super impressed how they presented the hen, with her legs spread and pussy out. I gobbled and ate the whole thing up! It was very delicious! My friend really enjoyed his dish as well! The fried potato and mashed potato sides were amazing! All and all, it was a wonderful dinner, and a terrific night out! I would give this place a double thumbs up and I certainly will be back for that delectable spread eagle hen and those delicious chicken ball bagels! read more

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My friend and I were wanting to try some Russian food in the Boston area, so we made the drive down to Newton to try Cafe St. Petersburg. It was my first time having a fully Russian meal and it certainly won't be the last. First, the restaurant is a bit more upscale than the pictures show - I would certainly not go in a tank top and shorts (I thought it was going to be much more casual!). Even so, the staff were so, so warm and friendly and I felt very welcome to lunch there. The dishes are definitely on the pricier side, but the quantity and quality is definitely there. I particularly loved the herring under a fur coat dish, which is a kind of cold fish salad with layered eggs and potatoes - I would highly recommend it for a unique dish to try! I would love to come back to try more dishes soon. read more

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With its recent renovations café St. Petersburg looks like a top notch banquet and ala carte restaurant. We had a party of 50 to 75 people, all of the food was hot, all of the food looked great and tasted great too. The service was excellent as well, as carts were being transported back-and-forth they were clean and the staff prompt with their delivery. But equally important and sometimes the most is consistency. We were there from 6pm all the way just passed midnight and the service and quality never wavered. I look forward to passing along Café St.Petersburg as an excellent destination worthy of handling any type of party. read more

If you are from an Eastern-European country and your mother is a good cook, don't bother coming here. Tastes the same way as the frozen products at Baza. We had 3 different meals and all were boring. The bread and the service were good. read more

Great neighborhood gem with a comfy and spacious outdoor patio in the warmer weather (see photo). I'd reccomend the vareniki (vegetarian potato dumplings in fresh sour cream), the classic borscht (hearty beet soup) and of course the housemade infused vodka (the cranberry and ginger have been our favorites!). Also, if you're a pickled fan or vegetarian, they've got a delicious pickled vegetable plate (also see photo)! It's a little hard to find, so make sure to use Google maps or look for the little sign across from JP Licks in Newton Center. :) read more

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First time dining at this restaurant and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. Service was very professional, - attentive and friendly. Bar was great - honest drinks, perfectly served. However, the real reason to visit this restaurant, in my opinion, is great food. They capture Russian cuisine perfectly. Every dish was presented beautifully and tested just like I remember from my childhood special events. Bravo to the chefs for their work. Since going to Russia is not viable anymore, Cafe St. Petersburg is the best option for us to enjoy Russian food. read more

Awful service and extremely overpriced For same money go to Capital Grill down the road read more

Excellent food and service! We really enjoyed the appetizers, entrees, and desserts. The waiter was very nice as well. Would highly recommend Cafe St Petersburg! read more

I really loved the food and service. Short ribs pasta is something. My favorite dish . P.S. owners , please change the price.... They are from 20 years ago )) I'm really looking forward to come back soon. Thanks a lot for wonderful experience. read more

Trust me, I have Slavic ancestry. When mom makes such things at home, authenticity is easier to determine. I can confirm: yes, it's authentic! I was able to try: - Borscht - Chicken Kiev - Cranberry Vodka - Lemon Vodka Borscht is an interesting dish, in that it's very open to interpretation. The broth was pleasant and rather light, and the cabbage was cooked perfectly. My critique is regarding the meat: I found the pieces were rather small, but more than that I though there could be more of them. Other than this, the dish is very well balanced. Chicken Kiev was solid. The piece of chicken was large, and fried to a perfect golden brown. Just below that the chicken was fresh, tender, with the butter and herbs lending their own wonderful flavor. Also, despite being both deep fried and stuffed with butter, it was not at all greasy. My critique, however: the piece of chicken was rather large, probably about the size of a modest potato. About halfway through, once you've soaked up all the oil, you're just left with a decent piece of herbed chicken. The house villa were surprisingly great, the lemon and cranberry offered great flavor without being overly sweet, and the vodka itself was very smooth! The service was A-OK, speed was alright for fresh food, fairly attentive without overdoing it, and respectful (think polite but without the "of course, I'll get that for you right away" I look forward to returning and trying some more of their offerings. read more

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Decided to celebrate my birthday with my girlfriends at Cafe St Petersburg this year. The fifteen of us gathered despite everyone's busy schedule. The table was set impeccably, drinks were great and food was delicious! We were able to order the variety of appetizers and several main courses that we shared, this way everyone had a chance to try several things. The summer cold beet borsch was just like I remember my grandmother used to make! We transferred to the patio for champagne and desert, it was a great evening. I can not say enough about the service, it was attentive, without being overly friendly, just as one is hoped to encounter at the European restaurant. Will definitely come again, hopefully soon. read more

Cafe St. Petersburg - Cold soup with kvas and herbs - Russian Near Me - Newton Centre, Massachusetts

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Great food and great service. The menu is short and it's easy to decide on choices. Wait staff are friendly.

The best restaurant with Russian food in the US among 20+ I have tried. Wonderful food! Thank you! read more

Cafe St. Petersburg - Eating area - Russian Near Me - Newton Centre, Massachusetts

Newly re-opened Cafe St.Petersburg is a gem. Tasteful neutral decor, impeccable service, welcoming staff and out of this world food. Chef, fabulous, young and immensely talented came to the table to check on us. "Bring everything!" is now my order du jour. Prices are beyond reasonable for top-notch euro fare and stellar presentation. White tablecloth! Orchids! Grand piano and Viking look-alike bartender who will dazzle with his juggling skills and delightful concoctions. A must-go if you love refined yet jovial atmosphere, upscale service and food and drink that delight all senses. read more

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Okay the food was good but the service was way too slow. Our waiter was lovely and all but it took us, a party of 3 over an hour to get our food, when there were 6 patrons in total in the restaurant. That being said, the chicken tabaka and Georgian eggplant were both lovely. Rye and white bread on the house but it could do with being a bit warmer. I found the ambience to be lovely and very conducive to conversation. This could be a nice place for a date but yes the food comes out wayyy too slowly. Edit: I may have been a bit tired while writing this review, hence the overuse of 'lovely' have a lovely day everyone. read more

Cafe St. Petersburg - Chicken Tabaka, Siberian Pelimeni - Russian Near Me - Newton Centre, Massachusetts

Delicious Russian food! Love having a little taste of home near by definitely a must try! read more

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Best food and best service. The Olivier salad, Borscht, and Chicken Kiev are perfect.

Yesterday was the first day of their Sunday brunch menu. We went with a group of 8 and had a lovely experience. Vibe is simple and elegant, with lovely background music. The staff is friendly and professional. Our group sampled a good fraction of the menu choices and everyone was very pleased. Outstanding preparation and presentation of food. The attached photo is Eggs Florentine on a fluffy croissant. Inexpensive overall. Much recommended. Five stars for hitting the perfect combo of ambiance, service, food and value. read more

Very nice atmosphere and super friendly stuff. The food is really good and I know good Russian food! Prices are more than reasonable. Definitely will be back read more

have gone here many times, wonderful experience with both old owners & new. food is always stellar, live piano was beautiful, and such a nice environment and service. read more

I had a great time at Cafe St. Petersburg with its authentic, delicious food and excellent service. The prices are also reasonable for the quality you get. The ambience was also great. Overall i give this place a 10/10 and cant wait to be back for more! read more

Excellent food, first time trying Russian cuisine. Not many other highly rated Russian restaurants in the area that I know of. Cafe St Petersburg was one of the only Russian restaurants to come up with good reviews. Service was also excellent, attentive and polite, not overwhelming. read more

The food was sub-par at best. Server seemed angry, and was not friendly. Would not eat here again.

Super nice restaurant, we went there for a friend's birthday. We started with drinks served in chilled glasses and shared appetizers and main courses. All the dishes were delicious including borscht, fish, and something that looked liked thin pancakes with potatoes. Very good Vodka. The service was very friendly and responsive. read more

Have been coming to this restaurant for many years. However this time it was very disappointing; Our reservations were for 7:00 pm we were sited right away. But the appetizers were served an hour and a half later (8:30p), When ordering drinks we were informed that the restaurant has run out of 'Cognac' and some of the appetizers that we ordered. the main course was not served until nine thirty (9:30p). The waiter kept apologizing. This was a Saturday night usually the busiest day of the week this was very disappointing. As I said we have been patrons of this restaurant for many years and never ever had this happen to us. I think we will think twice before returning to this restaurant in the future... read more