Experts' Choice Award The Idiot Restaurant
What the experts agree on
Beloved by St. Petersburg expats, the Idiot blends Russian comfort food with vegetarian options and seafood, now expanded with grilled fish and Italian coffee. A reliable brunch spot with genuine charm.
“Recently, many meat and seafood options have been added by popular demand: there are now lots of grilled-fish options, as well as classics like beef Stroganoff and meat dumplings.”
– Frommer's
Fodor's "A favorite among St. Petersburg expatriates, this restaurant serves hearty vegetarian Russian food, good seafood, and nice Italian coffee." Full review
Lonely Planet "Something of an expat favourite, the Idiot is a charming place and has been providing brunch for travellers for years now." Full review
