Saint Petersburg Food Guide | Where to Eat Like a Local 🇷🇺🍽️
📍 Why This List? From Cuban ribs to steakhouse gems, these spots are tested & approved by locals and travelers alike—no tourist traps, just real flavors! 🍽️ Must-Try Restaurants (Ranked!) 1️⃣ O!CUBA (Cuban) 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨ 📍 Rubinshteyna St, 36 | €15–20/person ✔ Star Dish: Honey-Glazed Pork Ribs (fall-off-the-bone + crispy edges). ✔ Hidden Gem: White Bean Soup (creamy, smoky bacon bits). ✔ Vibe: Live salsa music on weekends. 2️⃣ Duo Gastrobar (Brunch) 🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍 Kirochnaya St, 8Б | €10–15/person ✔ Must-Order: Fluffy Omelet (stuffed with herbs & goat cheese). ✔ Sweet Touch: Grape & Yogurt Parfait (semi-dried grapes = texture magic). ✔ Skip: Coffee (weak, opt for fresh juice). 3️⃣ Dom Knigi (Bookstore Café) 🌟🌟🌟 📍 Nevsky Prospekt, 28 | €8–12/person ✔ For: Kazan Cathedral views + book shopping. ✔ Skip Food: Overpriced sandwiches (stick to coffee). 4️⃣ Steak House Meat 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍 Griboedova Canal, 27 | €25–40/person ✔ Steak Perfection: Ribeye (medium-rare), crusty outside, juicy inside. ✔ Side Win: Tuna Salad (sweet-savory, skip if sugar-averse). 5️⃣ Literary Café (Pushkin’s Last Stop) 🌟🌟✨ 📍 Moika Embankment, 57 | €20–30/person ✔ History Buffs: Pushkin’s final coffee spot before his duel. ✔ Skip: €8 ginger tea (just hot water + slices). ✔ Photo Op: Grand piano + vintage lamps. 💡 Brutally Honest Tips ✔ Book Ahead: Steak House Meat needs 2-day reservations. ✔ Budget Hack: Duo Gastrobar’s brunch = best value. ✔ Skip If: You hate overpriced tourist spots (Literary Café). #StPeteEats #NoSadSteaks #CubanFlavors
