Harbin | A comprehensive list of Russian restaurants

The only place in China where you can eat authentic Russian cuisine is Harbin. There are several Russian-style restaurants on both sides of Central Street, and you must visit these restaurants!

Portman Western Restaurant (Daoli Branch)

Portman Western Restaurant offers an elegant dining environment with a touch of sophistication in its decor. There are also piano performances by Russian beauties, and candles are lit at dusk, creating a strong exotic atmosphere. Here, you can savor rich borscht with authentic Russian flavors; the main course, black pepper steak, is very flavorful; and among the snacks, the mashed potatoes are finely whipped, melting in your mouth with a rich creamy taste.

Huamei Western Restaurant (Central Street Branch)

Huamei Western Restaurant is a long-established Russian-style restaurant in Harbin, with nearly a hundred years of history. The interior decoration of the restaurant is retro and nostalgic, with traditional Russian decorations that make you feel like you've traveled back to the early 20th century. The restaurant offers authentic Russian delicacies, including borscht, stewed beef in a pot, and pot shrimp, all of which are highly praised. Moreover, the prices are quite affordable.

Tados Western Restaurant

Tados Western Restaurant was founded in 1901 and is a true century-old establishment. This is a distinctive Russian-style western restaurant with an entrance hidden on the street side of Central Avenue. The restaurant is located underground, with dim lighting inside, and various Russian wine bottles, pianos, and gramophones placed everywhere, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. Tados' borscht is thick and authentic, and the braised beef is very flavorful. The service here is also good.

Lucia Western Restaurant (Xitoudao Street Branch)

A famous Russian-style restaurant. When you push open the two vine-covered doors, you are immediately greeted by a strong Russian atmosphere, giving you a sense of being in a foreign land. The borscht is very fresh; the black pepper mashed potatoes are absolutely flavorful.

Europa Western Restaurant

Europa Western Restaurant is a famous Russian-style restaurant in the Central Street area. The biggest feature here is the romantic dining environment. Live piano performances add to the romantic atmosphere, making it a great place for couples to date. The restaurant's dishes also have a good reputation; the borscht, black pepper steak, and shrimp pot here are not inferior to any other Western restaurant.

Mars Western Restaurant

Mars Western Restaurant was established in 1925 and enjoys a high reputation locally. It has hosted famous figures such as Zhang Xueliang, Xiao Hong, and Wang Luobin. The borscht and braised lamb are must-order dishes at every table, highly recommended for tasting.