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Classical range of Russian/ex-Soviet dishes, staples and specialties alike, served amid amusingly mixed ambience with various Soviet paraphernalia lining the walls. A rare chance to taste authentic Russian soft drinks like kvass, kefir and mors, or Russian alcohol. Run and staffed by Russian expats.

Address: Donpamai Village, Sisattanart Distric, Vientiane
Hours: 11:00-21:00, closed on Mondays
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