Veselka Restaurant

This 24-hour Ukrainian diner has become an East Village institution.

(212) 228-9682

144 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10003 40.729191 -73.987238

Neighborhoods: Downtown, East Village

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Last updated 6.26.09

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Just like its neighborhood, Veselka is bustling twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Its menu continues to expand, with an extensive selection that features traditional homemade Ukrainian foods, American Diner fare, an Eclectic mix of daily specials, as well as beer and wine. Outside tables along second avenue and Ninth Street have been a popular addition. Veselka's fame has spread beyond the borders of New York City, being known as a place that serves great food in a lively but unhurried atmosphere.Veselka is the perfect place whether its for breakfast, lunch, dinner, late night or brunch. A renowned NYC food critic, Josh Ozersky dubbed us as the best place in NYC to have a burger. No matter what you're looking for Veselka is here to satisfy your senses.

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Karen Hudes

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Veselka's 24-hour kitchen is a magnet for East Village night owls looking to fill their stomachs before heading to bed. Solitary diners get comfortable at the counter, while eclectic groups fill up the tables in the large rear section, which is served by a largely Eastern European waitstaff. Bright lighting--the better to view the sprawling diner-themed mural by a longtime patron--keeps everyone awake. Polish and Ukrainian dishes such as pierogis and kielbasa share counter space with standard diner breakfast and dinner fare, including challah French toast, hearty cheddar-topped chili, a Polish "hunter's stew" called Bigos. Chilled summer soups and year-round homemade pies are a bonus, as is the always flowing hot coffee and cold Ukranian beer.

haleypaul

May 27, 2009

best 24/7 place in the hood. little bit of everything. great dill dressing. yummy sweet potato fries. perogies are very good. highly recommended.

isl777

March 11, 2009

Me and my husband got severely sick after eating bortsch at Veselka. Stay away from this place at all costs.

kimsmith12345

February 26, 2009

I live two blocks away from Veselka and love the buckwheat pancakes. It's simple food and the place has great history in NYC but the service is terrible. I realize this place is busy but there's a way to be treated as a person not just number. I feel rushed every time I order to go food and the guy at the cash register could care less whether or not you come back or not. Three out of four times they messed up my order specifically leaving the bananas out of my pancakes or forgetting my eggs, etc. Last Saturday really was the final straw for me as when I went to pay I asked for a description of the stuffed cabbage and he looked at me like I had three heads saying, 'Well it's cabbage stuffed.' Not wanting to make a big deal I just smiled and nodded and watched after he rang me up with his dirty hands finger every muffin for a customer to eat/ buy. I most likely will not be returning until I get over this and I start craving the meatballs again.

The Details on Veselka Restaurant

Know Before You Go:

The brunch crowd packs the place, so be prepared for a wait.

What to Eat:

The Veselka burger is considerd one of the best in New York by the experts (drunk and sober).

When to Go:

Three in the morning is when Veselka is most itself.

Message from Veselka Restaurant

  • Historic Ukrainian Restaurant
  • Open 24/7 & We Deliver
  • Homemade Ukrainian Foods

Just like its neighborhood, Veselka is bustling twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Its menu continues to expand, with an extensive selection that features traditional homemade Ukrainian foods, American Diner fare, an Eclectic mix of daily specials, as well as beer and wine. Outside tables along second avenue and Ninth Street have been a popular addition. Veselka's fame has spread beyond the borders of New York City, being known as a place that serves great food in a lively but unhurried atmosphere.Veselka is the perfect place whether its for breakfast, lunch, dinner, late night or brunch. A renowned NYC food critic, Josh Ozersky dubbed us as the best place in NYC to have a burger. No matter what you're looking for Veselka is here to satisfy your senses.

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