Really good Russian restaurant in SoHo with modern Russian art inside. Food is relatively authentic. The service was friendly but overwhelmed… there was just one girl serving the whole floor. She was new and everything took just way too long.
The share plates are good size to try a lot of things. Olivier is not really traditional taste though - can’t recommend.
Overall still great experience and would come again. Golubtsi were the best
Three story affair in the heart of Soho serving fine Russian cuisine.
Outstandingly low key service and the food was excellent. Seemed to start filling up quickly. One thing I didn’t care for was the volume of the music. A bit too loud.
We ordered 3 starters and fish soup. Also had some dumplings and a vegetarian entree: Draniki. The mushroom gravy was very good.
Only fault was the portion sizes were rather small. While the pitcher of strawberry lemonade was grand enough, it did seem a bit pricey as well. So I’m deducting a star.
It’s a quandary, bigger portions (for more money) or as is. I’d say it’s more a place to bring a date for an evening out.
I’d return, although for lunch.
I've been to Zima a few days ago, the ambiance was delightful, and the service was top-notch, our waitress was very attentive to us. The food was equally impressive, capturing the essence of Russian cuisine. Pelmeni with Lamb is to die for. Highly recommend for a memorable dining experience, definitely will be back soon!
Authentic Russian cuisine in the heart of London. I was very impressed with borsch and herring salad. I grew up eating this stuff so for me it was like going down the memory lane. We also ordered red caviar and blini and a medovik for dessert. Highly recommend!
It was our first time dining at Zima and we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food and service. Olivie and lamb dumplings were very nice, and the desserts were so delicious that we had to order some for a takeaway! The atmosphere is cosy, nice interior and music. Our waitress Laura was very welcoming and helpful. Will definitely come again!
We recently dined at Zima, I highly recommend this place if you're missing home-cooked Russian meals and great Russian music.
The service was fantastic and attentive without being overwhelming.
The menu had a good range of authentic Russian dishes that catered to all sorts of palates. The Pelmeni and Beef Stroganoff were amazing, and the dessert menu was especially tempting. The honey cake was an absolute must-have, and I recommend it to anyone who visits Zima, no matter how full you may be!
Overall, I had a lovely experience at Zima, enjoying fantastic food and great ambiance. While some may find it a bit pricey, I felt it was worth the cost. After all, the price tag brings the authentic flavor and vibe of Russian cuisine in London. I will definitely return to Zima again to indulge in some delicious home-style cooking
The best Russian Restaurant in London. Food was bursting in flavors. Staff is friendly and attentive, homey atmosphere, waiter Anton is the best! Will def come back! Strongly recommend.
A nice selection of Russian cuisine, approved by a Russian friend who brought me here. The downsides would be the small portions and relatively high price. That might expected in accordance with the location of the place I believe.
It’s not my first time at Zima, but every time there is a new experience. The vodka set is just as amazing as it can get. The other day Victoria waited our table and she really was the sweetest
The hookah was very-very good, can definitely recommend. The food is descent although I expected a bit more. The Siberian pelmeni were good and certainly home made but they serve an utterly small portion of sour cream on the side. Strangely, they don’t serve bread together with Salo. Salo was pretty mediocre in my opinion and lacked marinated taste. Borscht was good with the deep flavour. Okroshka was pretty average. Kvass was too sweet and artificial to my taste. If you miss some food from home then this place will remind you of that but it’s not going to be the best food you have ever tried
My favourite Russian restaurant! The food tastes like home.
Today, I visited your restaurant and was served by excellent waitresses, Laura and Sofia. I have never met such polite staff. The host, Kristina, was amiable and improved my day with her mood. Manager Youssif is the most talented manager I have ever met! I am delighted with Zima, top-class level!
A really fun little restaurant in Soho that captures traditional and modern takes on Russian cuisine. Service was fantastic and the menu is certainly something to explore. As somebody who loves caviar, this was a real treat to be able to sample so many different types of incredible flavors.
First time in a Russian restaurant. Have travelled as far east ( from the UK) to Poland, Lithuania etc and have sampled the food which is somewhat similar, eg use of Beetroot, heavy cream, dumplings etc. So this was a small surprise in that I discovered other flavours ( variations). As for ambience, it is a cosy place but in need of updating and comfier furniture .
The food was very nice but basic.
I'm not sure what to expect but enjoyed it.
Very clean resturant and toilets, lovely staff.
One of the best & juiciest pelmeni I’ve ever tried. Olivier was also really nice, with sweet-mild eggy flavours. Medovik was great too. Its cream filling was firm and it really helps when you cut the cake. Well done!
Wow! What a great experience. Really blessed to have such a great representation of Russian food. I have cooked myself a lot but even for me the flavor in few dishes was completely new.
I went with my family and we all loved it. My favorite was Olivie salad and the dessert - sirniki. My main was cold which was a shame but I really loved the sauce.
Few things what could have been done better is waitresses can wait for a bit before rushing to take plates and more time for bookings. We were rushed to get out of the restaurant after 1.5hours. We booked table for a reason and would like to sit for a bit longer and enjoy the meal. If they could make 2hour bookings that would be great.
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