It was cold and we needed something to warm us up. The place looked like Fortnum and Mason in London, so we were expecting high prices. However, the food and drink was very good and very reasonably priced. The ambience was great. We also ended up buying gifts for our friends there with the help of the very professional and helpful staff.

Eliseev Store situated right on the Nevsky Prospekt is definately the most beautiful grocery store you have ever seen. It was built in the beginning of the 20th century for the wealthy merchants, Eliseev brothers. Once an impressive showcase for an ambitious family business, the store had seen some rough times but fortunately has been restored to its full art-deco magnificence and is a must-see food emporium, glittering with chandeliers and Art Nouveau. This is probably the most kitschy food hall you’ll ever encounter, making it great to just have a peek inside. There are many expensive delicacies such as caviar, vodka, teas, and other gourmet products.

This old fashioned coffee house is ideal for toursts who want a coffee and a cake.
Beautifully decorated with a huge fake palm in the middle of the shop.
Lots of food purchases are available but we has coffee and cake and were very happy.
Lots of yummy choices!