Tryzub Chicago

First off, since I'm a bit long winded, let me start off by saying it was both a delicious & an enjoyable dining experience. Both the physical space & staff were warm, welcoming, and inviting. Warm, inviting Ukrainians? I know, I was surprised too. Think I'm being a mean yuppie? Try shopping at Rich's while disabled, with a walker, and see how warm & helpful the staff & other customers treat you. I know, it's "cultural" and related to waiting in line for toilet paper, in a communist regime... but I'm getting off track, back to Tryzub. I sat alone at the bar, just like I like it. I ordered the salmon canapes & the recommended accompanying drink (Rosetta). The server didn't laugh at my horrible mispronounciation of canape nor minded that I took pictures of my food & the menu. I've lived in "The Neighborhood" for 16 years, and the only Eastern European food I had eaten before moving here, were knishes and kugels. I became an Ann's Bakery & Kasia's regular, early on & have tried most everything in the hot & cold deli display. Oftentimes trying the Ukrainian restaurants in my neighborhood has left me feeling like the evil gentrifing neighbor, that I am. I would get cold looks and mediocre food, and it was definitely not worth the GI disturbances. I am so happy I finally found my way into Tryzub. The food is not heavy, at least not in the way I was expecting. The decor is nice, and there is a brief and odd history lesson of the Ukraine (look left upon entering). This place is exactly what the neighborhood needed. Tryzub keeps it's Ukrainian identity and has a hip vibe without trying too hard. I will definitely be back and may even become a regular...it is only 1 block away from my home, after all.

What a classy place! My husband and I stayed in Ukrainian village at a B&B for our 20th Anniversary. We loved the area and this place is a gem! The food was authentic & amazing (we got the sampler platter that had all different kinds of pierogis) and the multitude of displays throughout the restaurant tells the story of Ukraine's history up through its recent independence. Fascinating! They have wonderful desserts and excellent cappuccinos & lattes as well. Highly recommend!