Russian Tea Time

"Exotica is on the menu and in the air at this spot that's favored by visitors to the nearby Art Institute and the Symphony Center." Full review

"Another spot that's popular with Chicago Symphony Orchestra patrons and musicians, Russian Tea Time is far from being the simple cafe that its name implies." Full review

"Convenient to the Art Institute and CSO, this "comfy", "old-world" Loop Russian proffers "boldly flavored" "dacha comfort food" and other "well-prepared" specialties." Full review

"This is about the only Russian game in town, so if you have a taste for borscht, caviar and blinis, dumplings, stroganoff and stuffed cabbage, this is your place." Full review

"Dining at this Loop restaurant can feel like being in a Moscow tea room; Russian speakers dig into cold borscht and warm potato pancakes with sour cream and applesauce."

"This Midwestern nod to New York’s Russian Tea Room offers a (pricey) sampling of authentic fare from the former Soviet empire."

"A classy choice for the symphony set and couples looking to indulge, this institution proves excess is best." Full review

"Rich food. Richer interior. Copious amounts of vodka."

"This Loop restaurant serves afternoon tea from 2:30 to 4:30 pm as well as lunch and dinner." Full review

"There’s no formality or pretension here, just a casual restaurant that happens to offer tea service from 11am until 7:30pm daily...afternoon tea here feels less like a meal " Full review