LAVKA Gourmet Cafe

We had an amazing experience at Lavka! The food was absolutely delicious — we tried the borsch, the vareniki with cherry, and the pizza, and everything was perfect. After that, we had tea (Currant Breeze) and Napoleon for dessert — both were so good and the perfect way to finish the meal. The flavors were rich and fresh, the atmosphere was really nice, and the waiter Viktoria was very friendly and helpful. Definitely a place I’d come back to again!

The “Shuba” and Medovik were pure joy from the first bite. The herring under fur coat was super well-balanced - clean flavors, perfect layers, not overly heavy, and the texture was spot on. It felt thoughtfully made, not just “another salad.” And the Medovik… wow. Soft, delicate layers, creamy but not too sweet, with that warm honey flavor that just melts in your mouth. Absolutely delicious and honestly a little masterpiece.

Today we visited this cozy café and were absolutely delighted. Everything was incredibly delicious, the presentation was beautiful, and the atmosphere was calm and inviting. You can truly feel the passion and care behind what they do. We will definitely be coming back again! ✨

Lavka is a wonderful new addition to the Brickell dining scene, offering Russian and Ukrainian food in a space that feels both welcoming and thoughtfully designed. Located in the building below Rosa Sky, the restaurant sits in a newer, beautiful area and immediately feels like it’s filling a gap that’s been missing in this neighborhood for years. The menu highlights traditional dishes you don’t often see in Miami. The borscht and chicken kiev stood out as especially authentic. I ordered the chicken kyiv for lunch, served with mashed potatoes and broccolini, and it was excellent. Lightly breaded, full of flavor, and cooked perfectly, it was a fantastic introduction to the dish. The flavors were comforting and bold without being heavy. I also noticed the Napoleon desserts on display, which

Very delicious pizza, meat-filled crepes, and borscht! A wide variety of dishes, fast preparation, and great service. The cafe also has a shop where they sell homemade frozen dumplings and many other Russian and Ukrainian products that are hard to find in Brickell.