The Russian Western restaurant on the first floor of the Madiel Hotel is one of the oldest Western restaurants in Harbin. I had lunch here when I checked into the hotel. Although the restaurant's decoration is not as magnificent and luxurious as that of Lao Mo in Beijing, the dining experience in terms of service and dishes is better than Lao Mo. After all, it is a century-old restaurant with guaranteed service and cooking standards.
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Russian architecture over a hundred years old, not luxurious, low-key with profound heritage. The restaurant is not very large, the space is very high, the seats by the window face the Central Avenue, and the oval hollowing on the frosted glass window forms a very classic viewfinder. Most of the diners are middle-aged and elderly couples, with a strong sense of nostalgia. There are old black and white photos and old objects on display in the glass cabinet on the wall of the corridor connected to the lobby, which can experience the heavy sense of historical vicissitudes.
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The waiter wears a Russian uniform and a bow tie, leads the seat warmly and politely, introduces the dishes when ordering, and takes the initiative to change the plates and pour wine when dining. The tableware is old and has a strong sense of ritual.
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Bordeaux soup: moderately sweet and sour, people who love tomato flavor can't stop eating
Russian mashed potatoes: delicate and soft, full of butter aroma
Beef stew in a pot: a signature dish of Russian cuisine, the side dish potatoes make the soup particularly thick, the potatoes are also crispy and tasty, the small pieces of beef are stewed soft and delicious, and the ingredients also include shiitake mushrooms and carrots. It's like a small treasure pot, and you can't finish it.
Smoked pork ribs: The large pieces of ingredients are cooked at the right time, and it is easy to debone with a knife and fork. The meat is slightly burnt and tender, and the crispy cartilage is very fragrant when chewed.
Cream mixed salad: various vegetables are baked soft and glutinous, full of milky fragrance, and a little greasy at the end
Why is there no pickled cucumber in the recommended dishes? I strongly recommend it. Russian main dishes are high in calories and heavy in taste. A plate of sour and authentic Russian pickled cucumbers is very refreshing.
Overall evaluation: Unique dining environment, authentic Russian food, large portions and affordable prices, it tastes like Northeastern cuisine