Veselka

Average User Rating

8.3

Amazing

About Veselka

Veselka is a Coffeeshop restaurant located in the East Village neighborhood at 144 Second Ave. (9th St.) in New York, NY 10003. Veselka has been described as an Amazing Coffeeshop restaurant and has received an average rating of 8.3 by our members.

Quick Facts

Cuisine: Coffeeshop, Ukrainian
Accepts Credit Card: N/A
Parking: N/A

Atmosphere: N/A
Take Reservations: N/A
Serves Alcohol: N/A
Smoking Allowed:No

User Reviews for Veselka

food		“...Good food at a good price - 'nuff said.... “...The food used to be better. Now I suspect that the varenyky are put together via machine as there is no "lip" to them anymore... “...Veselka is my favorite diner in New York City to date: they stand out incredibly against most other diners that serve pre-cooked, room temperature food that is boring and blah... “...It's great to be able to grab some of my favorite pierogies on the go from this little kiosk. Just keep that in mind: this is a kiosk! It's situated in... “... Okay, it's a diner-like atmosphere from the 1950's, a bit dingy, and the staff was trained at gunpoint, but the food is EXCELLENT with prices to match...
ambiance		“...Veselka is a clean, pleasant 24-hour family restaurant, and the service is usually decent. The attraction here are the prices which are very reasonable... “...We went there the first time and found a neat place, with decent food! However, the service was very poor. A heasty waitress more or less urged us to l... “...I've been going to veselka for years which is why it saddens me to see how poorly the delivery staff is treated. I live close by and have recently noti... “...I'm certain a number of reviews here were from some that merely heard about it. It's Ukrainian, NOT Polish, and their blintzes, pierogies and soups lik...
service		“...First time I've ever eaten Pierogis, they were delicious! The beet soup was very tasty too, yum! To top it all off, the server was very knowledgeable about the menu an very attentive...
ukrainian		“...Love their pancakes, kielbasa and ukrainian dumplings.During brunch time, they have great specials but make sure you get there early to avoid the crowd... “... ukrainian National Home (right next door) has much better varenyky and is not as hectic. I also do NOT understand why there is always such a long line... “...Oy vey - my ukrainian grandma's cooking has nothing on this place (sorry, Nana). There is no better cure for hangovers or late night munchies than Vese... “...I'm certain a number of reviews here w. It's ukrainian, NOT Polish, and their blintzes, pierogies and soups like borscht are incredible AND inexpensive...
potato		“...As far as Eastern European diners go, Veselka is great for a casual breakfast with friends or family. With a broad range of delicious breakfast options... “...Expected much bettter food for the price. The food was mediocre and very over priced... “...I was here for a late night supper with friends this past w. I had the Kielbasa meal with a side of sweet potato fries and a beet and horseradish salad...
open		“... Their burgers are also delicious. And the best part is: they're open 24 hours... “...my friends & i celebrated my birthday dinner here and i have to say it was an exclusive experience. Food was excellent and the best part was the servic... “... For dessert and coffee, go to Venero's. open early/late also...

All Reviews for Veselka

Sara
October 05, 2008

Food

8

Decor

5

Service

5

the best pierogies in manhattan. This is an adorable manhattan style diner. lots of celebrities go here. it's open all night and you will always run into someone having the time of their life. great food and friendly service.

I Ate:
Overall Rating

6.5

"Exceptional"
Anonymous

December 05, 2011

Food

10

Decor

10

Service

10

Well alright to begin with saying I generally don't critique restos. I'll just tell you I am a a huge gourmet. Recently, traveling I visited Veselka in New York City. I happen to be orginally from California although have actually been to N.Y. a considerable number of occasions. My spouse and I love the diversity of dining places. Everyone at this particular restaurant was so awesome!The dining room is clean and lovely. The decor was excellent. Undoubtedly one of my things was basically the preso was not that incredible. It was good though didn't offer you that amaze feeling. Now the very good quality in addition to quantity of food was basically good. Even though no serious issues. I'm a huge lover of the place. We will be back soon.

Overall Rating

10

"Perfect"

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Veselka Tips

In addition to the great food like blitzes, perogis and omlettes, it's open 24 hours with wifi, so you can get your work done overnight!

Max S.

Try the Perogi - Potatoe (via @Foodspotting)

Bradley L.

Try the Challah French Toast (via @Foodspotting)

Bradley L.

Must try the pierogies!

Phatgoose

The arugula and goat cheese pierogies are a must. Do not come here with large groups: you will not get seated or wait forever.

Barrett L.

Veselka News

S'MAC Slinging Addictive Mac & Cheese In Park At Houston and First

The kiosk in that little park at First Avenue and Houston, which was formerly occupied by Veselka and, before that ... the S'MAC kiosk is part of an effort "to enhance the parks of New York City with high quality, diverse and healthy food ...