Decided to try a new cuisine and landed on Tryzub - which turned out to be a successful experience. Having never encountered Ukrainian food, I went in with a fresh and open mind. Our waiter was very welcoming and helpful with his suggestions. He took the time to explain some of the dishes and answer any questions we threw his way - including how to say cheers in Ukrainian. Bood-moh! We order the potato and cheese Varenyky and the New Style Banosh. Both dishes were aesthetically presented and made well. The only critique is that the food is very filling, so make sure to visit with an empty stomach. I'm glad we decided to try this restaurant and I look forward to my next visit! read more

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Come for the unique vodka shots (including a wheel of fun!), and keep coming back for the food. Tryzub is a truly unique dining experience. I loved the each of the prices reflected an event in Ukraine's history. Service was incredible, and the atmosphere was great. Definitely add it to your list! read more

For a unique dining experience in a beautifully decorated restaurant look no further than Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen. The staff is incredible and fun, the food is delicious, and the ambiance is quite pleasant. In terms of dishes, we tried the Carpathian wild mushroom soup with black truffle oil, cabbage rolls, crispy potato pancakes, and the colorful party platter, which comes with an assortment of pierogis. The party platter was my personal favorite. They have many tasty cocktails, infused spirits, and mocktails to choose from. The Glory to Ukraine shot is delicious and highly recommended. The restaurant has plenty of seating indoors and an outdoor patio that is perfect for enjoying nice weather. read more

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Fun and authentic. Appeals to American taste while truly unique. Pastas are homemade and excellent. Varenyka Filled with potato and cheese or topped with onion. Service was efficient but newbys and uninitiated not the focus. Artwork and history here too read more

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Fantastic restaurant in Ukrainian Village. Authentic Ukrainian food, drinks, decor. Kind, efficient staff. Cool ambiance. My boyfriend and I very much enjoyed our meal, atmosphere was fantastic and I'm looking forward to exploring more Ukrainian dishes and culture. Absolutely a must visit in the city and a great way to explore the beautiful cultures the city has to offer. read more

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This Ukrainian restaurant is definitely worth visiting. Once you visit, you'll want to come back again and again. The decor is beautiful, and the food is delicious. I recommend the borshch or mushroom soup, varenyky, and the meat platter appetizer. read more

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Updated review! Came for our anniversary and had a delightfully delicious time! I don't drink alcohol but I was supremely excited when I convinced our waiter, Dima, to serve us the wheel of fun with berry compote and uzvar -- which is a spiced dried fruit juice that tastes like a campfire. It's cold but intriguing. Though I might not order it a second time, I was glad to try it and a single serving is only $5 that they split into 4 shots. The wheel of fun honestly made my night! And the berry compote carafe is definitely worth $15. We had the party platter of varenyky and substituted the red beef ones for more potato ones. But next time I really want more orange pork varenyky! They're sweet and savory and I was reluctant to share the 4 on the plate! We also had barosh (polenta balls) and the potato pancakes (super circular!), which, much like my previous review, were a hit! The mushroom sauce that comes with both is just soooo good. I love mushrooms, know why? Cause I'm a FUN guy. Circular foods, circular drinks, all come full circle. And I will come again, the next special occasion I have. Quite a delight on a Friday night! And surprisingly they were not too busy and the twinkle lights and the Christmas tree outside really made it feel cozy and special. read more

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen - Super circular potato pancakes...mushroom sauce (not mustard!) is the tits. - Ukrainian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Now this was an experience! Delicious cocktails, authentic Ukrainian appetizers presented artistically, and hearty, exquisite and piping-hot mains. The service was excellent - friendly, informative and kind. The environment is whimsical and tasteful. It gives that Eastern European "going out tonight" vibe. Tryzub feels like vacation, with Ukrainian culture permeating every delicious course. read more

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I LOVE THIS PLACE! Went in without any expectations after stumbling upon it. I was jarred the moment I saw the interior. Super eccentric, colorful, the kind of place you would want to sit in for hours. Be sure to bring someone you like because you will not want to leave!! I got the pierogi platter, which upon presentation alone had me bouncing in my seat. The four flavors served were potato and onion (yellow), beef (red), sauerkraut (green) and pork (orange). They were all DELISH, my friend and I were absolutely floored by the beef. It was seasoned sooo well, I genuinely could have eaten a bowl of just the beef. We also had the honey cake, the PERFECT balance of sweetness, so airy and light and pillowy. GIVE THESE PEOPLE SOME LOVE!!!!! THEY'RE SMASHING IT!!! read more

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I just realized the last time I wrote a review here was 7 years ago. In that time, I've been back at least 30 times, and it's one of my most favorite restaurants in the US. Honestly, I'd eat here every day if I could. Everything is phenomenal here. Literally. I don't typically care for sauerkraut: love there's. I avoid stuffed cabbage: am obsessed with theirs. Just come here and order one of everything off the menu and thank me later. Also be sure to dine here at night, the red lighting is a vibe. The service is some of the best as well, so if you're visiting Chicago, go here. read more

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When I stepped into Tryzub, I felt like I was back in my Lviv. The restaurant was beautifully adorned with Ukrainian relics, books about Ukraine, and magical string lighting. The ceilings were a marvel to look at and the corner of the room was painted with a mural of Lviv's center. We had made a reservation as it was my birthday and Easter weekend. It was a good thing we did, because Tryzub was fully packed. When we got there, we checked in and were promptly seated. Our waitress, Vasylyna, took great care of us and I loved how I was able to order in Ukrainian. As far as the food, everything was delicious and tasted like back at home in Ukraine. I had the Chicken Kiev and my better half had the goulash. You cannot go wrong with either dish. For drinks, we had the kompot, a sour cherry infused spirit (which our waitress brought for me as a birthday gift), and a light Ukrainian beer. I really liked the infused spirit, and I loved the range of flavors that they have of these. Even though the restaurant was a 25 minute Uber ride from our hotel, we are so glad that we came here. My birthday celebration was complete at Tryzub and a special thank you to Vasylyna who made it even more special!! read more

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Tasty borsch and classic varenyky. I wish they could serve classic syrnyky as well without a weird orange sauce. Overall, an okay experience. Nice ambiance! read more

Another visit. Ordered Borch and Pierogie Very good. Will order it again, only Pierogie should not be on it ... read more

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen - Hand made Potato&Cheese Varenyky Pirogie . Good but they put diced red paprika, it's should not be there ... - Ukrainian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

What an incredible hidden gem!! My husband and I came here for a date night and it definitely impressed. Serving Ukrainian dishes, both traditional and elevated, with an eclectic coktail menu in a very culturally adorned and spacious setting, Tryzub impressed on every front. Highly recommend their medley dish that's roasted in a pumpkin, the flavors and presentation were incredible and you get to have a bit of the pumpkin in the rind afterwards! Service was attentive and eager to explain any menu items that were confusing. A bit on the higher price point but worth every penny, highly recommend! read more

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Yelp... I wrote this entire review in Russian... then I went to post and you only left punctuation. What gives?! Here is the translation of what I wrote, thank goodness I had it saved. Please forgive that which sounds funky in translation. I won't lie. I've been putting this review off and on. I've been here twice, tried a lot of things, and haven't written a review. So, this review won't have all the details that I usually include, where I take each dish apart and tell you everything I thought. No. But this review will be in Russian (I wish, Yelp, I shake both my fists at thee!) I have Ukrainian heritage. Although my parents came from the Soviet Union, they were in Ukraine. The dishes my mother cooked were Ukrainian and those that were eaten in the general Soviet Union. Therefore, although I am not an expert on Ukrainian gastronomy, I ate real Ukrainian dishes at home. This is what Tryzub does well. Their food is one hundred and ten percent based on traditional food that was eaten in Ukraine and the General Union. What is especially cool is that Tryzub not only cooks traditional food, but does something creative with each dish. The quality of the ingredients and the food is amazing. Everything is thought out very well and everything is very fresh. I will tell you a big secret, because my mother does not read my reviews, that the mushroom soup I had here was a little bit tastier than what I eat at home. Now let's talk about the atmosphere. The whole restaurant is covered with memorabilia related to Ukraine and Ukrainian heritage. The decorations take up practically every space on the wall. But even then, they did not overdo it. There are restaurants that throw a bunch of pictures on and the result is God knows what. This is not the case here. Here you feel like you are in a Ukrainian home. And I want to add, some of the decorations are even a little funny. Now I want to talk about the service. It was very friendly. The food came out of the kitchen quickly, and the waitress who looked after us did everything in her power to make sure we had an awesome time. I'll tell you what helps me: I see "salo" or "borscht" - I know what it is. These dishes don't scare me. I imagine an American might see "traditional plate of lard" and ask: "What is this?" They'll tell him: "It's a pork product that's so fatty that it'll melt in the pan." Some will probably look at this waitress as if she had three heads. These things don't scare me. But it's precisely what I know that gives me the opportunity that when I bring my friends here who don't have Ukrainian or Soviet heritage, I can tell them what it is and tell them not to be afraid. In the worst case, I'll order it for myself, and they'll pinch off a piece of mine and then they'll understand: "Oh, this is delicious, listen!" Tryzub is one of the best restaurants I've been to. Not only in the Ukrainian food category, but in general. I would happily recommend this place to everyone. And if friends come to visit me, I won't let them go home until they are here. read more

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We thought it was really good. We have things that we want to try for next time - that is always a good sign! Great atmosphere - it feels like your grandmother's house from the old country, there is so much to look at. The servers were very accommodating and friendly. read more

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First, a bit of context: my mother was born in Ukraine, so I grew up eating authentic Ukrainian food and have a good sense of what these dishes should taste like. Unfortunately, the meal fell well short of those expectations. The borscht was extremely weak in flavor and lacked the richness I would expect. It was also served without fresh dill, which is a classic accompaniment. When I asked for dill, I was brought parsley instead. The Chicken Kyiv was equally disappointing. It tasted like a frozen grocery store version that had simply been plated with a few decorative garnishes. It lacked the freshness, texture, and homemade quality that make this dish special. Overall, I was disappointed, especially given the restaurant's focus on Ukrainian cuisine. read more

The wheel of vodka shots is impressive . I've had better food but I might have been what I ordered Fun upscale environment good for new to Ukrainian food guests read more

Outstandingly wonderful new generation Ukrainian food. * * * Before Tryzub, I had only had Old Grandmother Chicago Ukrainian food. Ukrainian Village on the West Side once had a lot of these. Buffet tables. Nearly everything was dumplings or had cabbage in it. This was food that was better on the second third or fourth day. Waiting on those buffet tables allowed the flavors in the food to blend. The results were wonderful. Yeah, way too many dishes had cabbage ... and I am no cabbage lover. Ukrainian Village would make me a cabbage lover for a night. If you had a nice beer to wash things down with, life would be perfect. * * * Those old grandmothers are long gone. The new generation of kids know how to cook - and their cooking has a modern sensibility. Before a certain unwelcome military event - a lot of this new type of cooking could have been found in Kyev itself. That new type of cooking is wonderful. Tryzub brings the modern kid's style of cooking to Chicago's West Side. Chicago is lucky to have it. I loved Tryzub so much I had to come back for a second meal. Both meals were legendary. * * * Among the many many fantastic attractions of Tryzub. a) A long series of homemade infused vodkas. The Horseradish is to die for. Watermelon Mint and Linden Elderflower are unique flavors whose taste can not be inferred by knowing the identity of the two components. The ingredients morph into something else interesting and intriguing. b) A flat dumpling (Not unlike a smashburger) that comes out of Crimea. It is one of the best Eastern European dumplings I have had. c) An insanely good orange agave latte d) I am usually not a schnitzel fan. But Tryzub's pork schnitzel is as good as pork schnitzel ever gets. Desperate schnitzel cooks try to distract the eater by adding odd or weird seasonings. (See Bavarian style schnitzel if you want an example.) Tryzub goes the classic route. Hammered pork. Breading. Saute. Nothing more. Their version completely works. e) A honey cake that must be eaten to be believed. There is not a Napoleon cake on the planet that can compare with Tryzub's honey cake. I am only listing the dishes that were remarkable. Everything else was just really really good. * * * Strangely you don't need a reservation for Tryzub. There are always open tables. This is a crime against good cooking. If you live in Chicago or near Chicago, get yourself over to West Town. * * * Life is too short not to eat good Ukrainian. read more

Not the best food, service, all the above. I came here for a brunch meal, it was completely empty, which was my fault for staying. Overall the food was beyond average breakfast options. Considering it was empty the service should have been better but everyone working in the restaurant appeared annoyed we had arrived. read more

I visited Chicago in March and went out of my way to visit this Ukrainian restaurant that had so many good reviews. It was around 1:45 PM on Saturday afternoon and there was no wait. The food was fantastic. The food was authentic, unique, and full of flavor. There were no bad dishes ordered! They also had a wide selection of drinks and cocktails, but I didn't feel like drinking that day. One small hiccup: when I first sat down, the server didn't give me the brunch menu, so I ordered from the regular lunch menu without realizing brunch was still available. Once I saw other people getting brunch dishes, I switched part of my order over. It wasn't a big deal, but it would've been nice to know all my options from the start. The vibe of the place was nice. It was casual and welcoming. Near the bathrooms, there's some bold anti-Putin artwork, which was both surprising and entertaining. All in all, this spot felt like one of those finds you want to tell everyone about, but also kind of want to keep to yourself because it's so good. I'll definitely be back - next time, for brunch right away. read more

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Wow is all I can say to start. Upon walking in, this is one of the most beautiful restaurants in the neighborhood. The service was very welcoming and gave a great rundown of the menu. I'm familiar with Eastern European food being Eastern European myself, but knew nothing of Ukrainian food. The potato pancake flight is a great starter! I had the hunters stew and it was so filling and luscious for a cold day. The real hidden gem here is the infused spirits, seriously they have a flavor for every kind of cocktail. The Bloody Mariyka was superb and a wonderful compliment to the app. I can't wait to come back for supper. The brunch menu is smaller than the dinner menu as expected but I need to engage the full menu for maximum food coma enjoyment. read more

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen - Hunter's Stew - Ukrainian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really enjoyed my visit to Tryzub! There's a wide variety of varenyky on the menu--we started with the fried varenyky as an appetizer, and they were a great choice. The chicken Kyiv was tender with a rich, flavorful filling that really stood out. Service was good and attentive, especially since it wasn't too busy during our visit. The atmosphere is well decorated with lots of interesting Ukrainian facts and cultural touches, which makes the space feel welcoming and unique. Bonus points for the strong and interesting vodka drinks. Overall, a great spot for authentic food, good drinks, and a relaxed experience. Would definitely return when in the Chicago. read more

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen - Honey Cake - Ukrainian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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In Chicago for the weekend and made my way to Ukrainian Village. Tryzub was highly rated, so I went there for lunch. Being half Ukrainian and having lived in Kyiv, I was hit with a wave of nostalgia as I stepped into the restaurant. The walls are adorned with various things that make you feel like you're in someone's home. Ukrainian pop music plays through the speakers. I sat at the bar, which features even more interesting aesthetics. I really wanted to holubtsi, but they were featuring their brunch menu. I had a breakfast skillet (essentially shakshuka) and potato pancakes. The skillet was great. The eggs could have used a pinch of salt, but the toasted, seasoned rye bread that's served with it more than makes up for it. Some people like thick potato pancakes, while I prefer them thin and crispy. The ones at Tryzub are somewhere in the middle. But they're served with plenty of sour cream and a tasty mushroom cream sauce. The bartender was friendly and accommodating, and I happily purchased a Tryzub t-shirt (the same ones that staff wear). If you're in Chicago and want to experience and support a Ukrainian business that also serves fantastic food, Tryzub is your spot! read more

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Great atmosphere Great pivo Warm ukrainian food! Makes me miss my Odessa! Coffee was too bitter for value but that is OK because dessert was magnficient If I lived in Chicago full time, it wouild become one of my regular restaurants! read more

I was so excited to eat here. There were so many unique things I wanted to try. I was planning on coming back several times just so I could try them all. But I don't eat meat. It's never been a problem when I go to restaurants in Chicago because they're usually willing to accommodate. But not this place. I asked them if I could substitute the bacon item for something else and they said no. Their policy is that they will not change anything on their menu. It felt so aggressive to me. And very disappointing. Unfortunately I decided to get their bulgarwheat burger with beet hummus and sweet potato fries and that was also incredibly disappointing. Maybe it's because I'm used to food being salted in America but there was no flavor. It was like a mouthful of bland mush. They clearly don't understand how delicious vegan food can be. The fries weren't even good and I don't know how you can mess that up. There was no salt or seasoning. Or a bare minimum. On a side note their table top was kinda gross. Very sticky and just felt dirty. Not a good sign either. Anyways, I was super full from the bland bulgarwheat but I didn't want that to be my "special treat" for the weekend so I went to another restaurant to wash down the bland flavors I need to end this weekend on a positive note so I got a mezze at a Turkish restaurant. In short--if you have any dietary restrictions dont come here. They don't care. Their menu is not flexible. I will not be returning as due to their strict policy as I cannot try any of the food I'm interested in. read more

This restaurant embodies the heart and soul of Ukrainian Village- the food and atmosphere both deliver bold, refined sensations while also paying homage to Ukrainian history and tradition. The service is expeditious and genial. We ordered a menagerie of different dishes- a Varenyky (Pierogi) party platter, Chicken Kyiv, and Goulash. They all tasted unique and superb. The Varenyky were definitely the fan favorite, I got to try very interesting combination of new flavors. I'm no expert on authentic Ukrainian food so I can't speak on its authenticity but the flavors were all delectable. read more

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen - Ukrainian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Tryzub remains one of my absolute favorite restaurants in the Chicago area (and probably one of my favorite restaurants period). It is such a special place. The ambiance and energy is so warm and inviting. The service is top tier and the food and drinks never miss. I always look forward to a Chicago trip because I know we'll be getting a meal in here. read more

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We were visiting Chicago in September, and wanted Ukrainian food, we took several trains and walked 1.5 miles, and an uber to get here. It was worth every mile! It was the best meal we'd had in a long time! read more

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Great experience here! Made a reservation online. They offered a ton of traditional Ukrainian dishes, some with a modern twist. We ordered an assortment and shared them. Potato Pancakes 5/5 - super crisp and delicious sauce Borscht- 5/5 not my fav soup but my Ukrainian husband said it was on point Fried dough (idr the name) 5/5 flaky and delicious filling, good sauce Chicken Kiev - 4/5 very tasty, just smaller portion than anticipated Mixed party platter - 3/5 some better than others but all very unique! None bad and a cool concept, just enjoy the original better. Service was great. Lots of alcohol options and good vibes/decor inside. read more

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This place took me back home again. The most delicious Ukrainian food in America. Love it! read more

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1000% would not be back. Service was good, but food was awful. The cabbage dish was so dry we reported it. Server did not mention to remove from bill. The pancake cheese dessert was horrendous and the texture of cottage cheese. Server spilled dirty silverware on me (apologized) then gave me dry cloth to clean off. Again, Would not be back. read more

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We love the place . U can feel Ukrainian atmosphere . Food is the same like in Ukraine . Personal are friendly and service was really good . read more

Great vibe, good fresh food, good service. Definitely try the borscht. ! read more

The place is easy to find. We arrived in Uber so not sure about parking lot space. I saw on the website that you do have to reserve a table, so I make the reservation by email on their website around 3:30 pm but I didn't get a response until two hours later, and they offered me a table at 9pm though I requested one for 5 pm. After I sent the email we just went ahead to the place before 5 pm and we were lucky to find a table without the reservation. I did called ahead of time to make sure they were not super busy. I got the winter borshch ( first time trying) it was good but not what I expected. Our server was very nice and polite. The price of the food was a little expensive because the ingredients (beets) not exotic or hard to find. You can go to major restaurants and get a dish with meet for the same price. THEY ADD 3.5% Surcharge when using credit cards. The ambiance is nice and the decor is pretty, the hallway towards the restroom is like a museum with historical info and decor. read more

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen - 3.5% extra if paying with credit card. - Ukrainian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is a cute spot, great for both large group parties and more intimate meals. The interior is spacious and intricately decorated-- a lot of patriotic Ukranian decorations. The prices on the menu correspond to important years in Ukranian history, which are all written out along the menu edges. I ordered the Green Sauerkraut Varenyky, which I really enjoyed! It was my first time trying varenyky, but I could tell it was very fresh-- the dough is springy and hand-made, and the texture is soft and creamy. The filling was flavorful and delicious. However, the portions felt small for most of the dishes-- especially for the price. -- Price (relative to peers): 4/5 Food: 4.5/5 Ambience: 4.5/5 Service: 4/5 Overall Value: 4/5 read more

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen - Hand made Green Spinach Infused Sauerkraut Varenyky - Ukrainian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I've loved everything I've eaten and my baby loves looking around the restaurant at all the decor. All service comes with a smile, I always find easy street parking and get a table immediately - what more can you ask for? Tryzub is highly enjoyable and I will surely make my way through the whole menu. read more

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Love the atmosphere. Food is very good. The flavored vodka ferris wheel is a fun addition with a group.

This restaurant is beautiful but casual and that makes it comfortable. The food was excellent and surprising: Kim chi cabbage rolls at a Ukrainian restaurant made me think of the current Ukrainian sumo wrestlers: out of place but performing like contenders! Also had goulash, trout, their fried dumplings and herring. All delicious! Dessert was also delicious. Service was perfect. And if you like to drink: their infused vodkas were wonderful. Up Ukraine! Hard not to get behind this place! read more

I stumbled across this establishment thanks to my Ukranian friend who was visiting town and insisted we try some of his culture's food. That being said, this was my first experience having Ukranian food and it definitely did not disappoint (though I do not have anything else to compare it to). I learned a lot of cultural nuances during my dining experience, especially accompanied by a Ukrainian native-- like the recommendation to dip the the raw green onions by dipping in salt before pairing alongside the soup, bread, and really with any of the other dishes. From my photos, you can see that we ordered a little bit from every part of the menu. I was pleasantly surprised by the multifacetedness of dishes ordered. I feel like I got a little bit of salty, sour, and sweet throughout the meal-- my tastebuds were definitely satisfied! Prices were a bit high for some of the dishes in my opinion, but I thought it was fun that they coincided with significant dates in Ukranian history. Although my knowledge of Ukrainian cuisine is limited, Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen served as an excellent introduction to the flavors and traditions of this culture. I'd definitely come again to try some more dishes! read more

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen - 3 orders of Borshch with Pork, 1 order of Carpathian Wild Mushroom Soup - Ukrainian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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