Mashenka Restaurant in Moscow

Mashen'ka (Машенька) is a popular contemporary Russian restaurant located on Varvarka Street near Zaryadye Park in central Moscow, holding a high rating of around 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Mashen'ka restaurant details

Welcome to Mashenka, a modern Russian restaurant located in the historic heart of Moscow at Varvarka 14 (just a short walk from Kitay-Gorod metro station and Zaryadye Park).

Opened by renowned restaurateur Alexander Rappoport and led by chef Igor Grishechkin, Mashenka redefines traditional Russian flavor profiles without clichés or museum-piece solemnity. The menu blends comforting, memory-driven Russian classics with contemporary culinary techniques and artistic presentation.

What’s on the Menu

• Signature Dishes: Crab stuffed cabbage rolls with potato muslin, potato donuts with red caviar, and refined takes on everyday Russian favorites.
• Open Fire & Main Courses: Duck leg confit with red cabbage and braised pear, marbled beef pelmeni, and seasonal delicacies.
• Russian Wine & Bar Program: An exclusive wine list featuring over 100 to 130 selections entirely from Russian winemakers, paired with signature moonshine- and grain-wine-based cocktails.
• Breakfasts & Business Lunches: Join us for morning breakfast service or our midday business menu (Delovaya Mashenka) during the week.