Cheburechnaya
Nestled in the heart of Rego Park, New York, Cheburechnaya offers an authentic taste of Eastern European cuisine with a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Located at 92-09 63rd Dr, this charming restaurant is a must-visit for those looking to explore the rich flavors of the region.
One of the highlights of Cheburechnaya is their signature Chebureki Special-deep-fried turnovers filled with a savory blend of ingredients, making for a delightful and satisfying dish. These turnovers are popular in Eastern Europe, and Cheburechnaya’s rendition is no exception, served with a tangy sauce that perfectly complements the crispy exterior. The Plov, a traditional rice dish mixed with vegetables and meat, is another standout. The portion sizes are generous, with a single serving often enough to share between three or four people.
For meat lovers, the lamb ribs and quail skewers are a must-try, known for their tender and juicy texture. The skewers are complemented by a spicy sriracha sauce that adds an extra kick, enhancing the flavors. The Manti, a type of steamed dumpling, and samsa, a flaky pastry filled with savory fillings, further enrich the menu, offering a variety of tastes that are sure to please any palate.
The service at Cheburechnaya is warm and friendly, with staff like Julie, who is praised for her kindness and patience, ensuring that diners have a pleasant experience. Despite some initial delays, the overall experience is highly enjoyable, with fast and efficient service once the orders are placed.
The restaurant itself is spacious, with a modern yet cozy ambiance that’s perfect for a relaxed meal. Although the windows are tinted, giving the exterior a misleading impression of emptiness, the interior is bustling with activity, reflecting the popularity of this hidden gem.
Whether you're craving a filling plate of Plov or a flavorful bite of Chebureki, Cheburechnaya delivers a true Eastern European culinary experience, making it a great choice for a casual outing or a family meal.
Cheburechnaya Reviews
Outside, looking inside, the windows are tinted, so it looks like it is empty. However, if you look closely, there are tables and people inside. It's fairly large inside. I found this place through Yelp and Google maps. I was very curious as to the food they were serving. We ordered the Chebureki Special, which are deep friend turnovers with a filling inside of it. They are widely known in Eastern Europe. This was my first time having it, and I enjoyed it along with the sauce. We got the piloff, too, which was a huge portion of rice that has vegetables and meat chopped up and mixed, which would be enough for three or four people. Last but not least, two skewers were ordered too, which were the lamb ribs and quail. They really didn't skimp on the portion size, and it was great when they brought out sriracha as the hot sauce. Overall, besides the slow service in the beginning, everything else was great.
The food! We got the Plov, Manti, samsa, steak shish kebabs and some Russian soda. Food is delicious! We ate it before taking a picture but trust us- it does not disappoint. All dishes are so flavorful and unique. Service is prompt and they're very family friendly in terms of ambiance. Looking forward to coming back and this time taking pictures of the delicious dishes!
I've heard rumours about this place for awhile and finally got to try it. It is Central Asian cuisine, which is meat and cumin heavy. One thing I'm very particular about is lamb and how it is cooked. The lamb here is tender, seasoning is perfect, and they have several choices. If you're not into lamb fat, you can get a leaner version of the kebab, which I think was a great idea. The pilaf I had was the green, and it was not too fatty or greasy like some plov that I have had at other places. It had lamb bits and a delicious combination of green spices (I'm still trying to figure out exactly what was in it so I can attempt a version at home!) The samsa and cheburek were also excellent, not too greasy. One variety had tender chopped mushrooms inside. The waitresses were perfectly charming. I would recommend it!
Delicious place. I was continuously surprised at this place. The service is pretty good and the ambiance is pretty clean and comforting. Even if it's a first try at the type of cuisine definitely try this place. Great portions and great food. Couldn't be any better than that.
Server Julie was very kind & extremely patient! Thank you for taking such great care of us! We can't wait to be back!