Hello everyone, what's up? It's MoriP, who is exploring food in Fukuoka! Today, I visited VASUHA and here's my review: - The salad dressing was tangy and delicious. - The Piroschki was crispy on the outside and filled with minced meat, onions, and glass noodles, quite light in flavor. - The Borscht soup was light and tomato-based, with plenty of cabbage and a rich taste of meat and onions. - The Pot Pie had a crispy outer crust and a slightly chewy inside, filled with a stew full of mushrooms, thick and delicious. The beautiful interior and the humorous owner made it feel like a relaxing Russian holiday.

I really like Russian cuisine, and I finally had the chance to visit a restaurant that I had been wanting to go to for a while. The restaurant is run by a single chef, and they only offer a 1,000 yen (excluding tax) service lunch and a 1,380 yen (excluding tax) lunch service course. We chose the service course, which included piroshki, salad, borscht, grebeshki, dessert, and a drink. The piroshki that came first was smaller than those sold in bakeries, but much more delicious. The borscht, like most places in Japan, had a stronger tomato flavor than beet, but it was still tasty. The grebeshki, a mushroom pot pie, should be broken into the stew with a spoon and eaten together, as advised by the owner. He mentioned that this grebeshki was the 110,000th one they had made. As we neared the end of our meal, the owner chatted with us and mentioned that they had been serving this menu for about 20 years, meaning they make over 5,000 grebeshki per year on average.

Today, I visited a Russian restaurant called Bassha in a quiet location in Higashi Ward, recommended by my partner. The owner, an elderly man, seems to be running the place alone, offering only set courses as single dishes are not available at the moment. We started with a salad and piping hot piroshki served with mustard. The piroshki was surprisingly refreshing with minced meat and shredded konjac inside. Next, we had borscht, a hot and tangy soup with plenty of vegetables. Lastly, we enjoyed the Grivami, a pot-baked soup with a cup of white stew covered with bread and baked. Breaking the bread and mixing it with the stew was a delightful experience. Dessert and coffee were included, but I felt like the meal lacked a main course. Overall, the food was tasty, but I would have preferred the option to order individual dishes. It might be just right for women. The coffee at the end was exceptionally delicious, which was a pleasant surprise.

●Visit 2 times I happened to walk on a narrow road leading off from Nishitetsu Yahata Station to the old Route 3, so I revisited after about 10 years. It is located on a complete backstreet, so the interior of the restaurant has a somewhat lonely feel. The food has a homey feel. Piroshki for 170 yen? and cheap. There was a slight meaty smell in the Borscht, which also had a homey taste without anything particularly outstanding, but if I had to say, it was a gentle flavor. Beef fillet skewers (1200 yen) - I was asked how I wanted it cooked, so I specified medium rare. The cooking was done properly. The sauce was like a Japanese-style sauce, but it had a delicious taste that didn't miss the mark. The side dishes were simple with salad and French fries. =========== First visit in 2005 Located in a narrow alley in a residential area of Yahata, it is quite difficult to find. The atmosphere of the restaurant is like a suburban cafe, run by a husband and wife, creating a warm atmosphere. The taste is solid Russian cuisine. The classic menu items such as Piroshki, lightly flavored Borscht, and Grybami (pot-cooked soup with a bread lid) were consistently well-made. Piroshki is available for takeout.

I visited a restaurant with a friend and my son after going to Umishima. The location was a bit hard to find, but we managed with the help of a navigation system. We ordered the Kazakh set meal for 1700 yen each, and a tomato sauce pasta for my son for 800 yen. The Kazakh set meal included pirozhki, borscht, and goulash with a drink. The pirozhki was homemade and delicious. The borscht was a hit with my son, and he even tried to eat from my friend's portion. The goulash was like stew with plenty of soup, perfect for warming up on a cold day. There were other dishes that caught my eye, so I regretted not ordering more a la carte. The friendly madame who accommodated my son's requests made our visit enjoyable. The restaurant had a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. I will definitely visit again.

This shop is located very close to JR and Hakata Station (adjacent to Nishitetsu and Hakata), and they have a free parking lot so you can go by car. As we head into the colder season, warm dishes sound good, right? The cheapest course is 1200 yen, which is very reasonable. The Bus Ha course is 1200 yen (borscht, piroshki, bread, drink), and the Kazakh course is 1700 yen (borscht, piroshki, grebeshki, drink). This time, I chose the 1700 yen course. The taste can vary slightly at each shop. Grebeshki is made with bread dough and you can eat it by crumbling it into the cream soup. It's really delicious! The hot piroshki goes perfectly with mustard! Inside, there is minced meat and vermicelli. The restaurant is not crowded, so you can go without a reservation. I highly recommend going there when it's cold!

I visited this restaurant about 10 years ago, and it was quite a journey for me coming from the west. I had not been back since, but decided to visit again due to another restaurant being closed. After some searching, I found the place with a parking lot that can accommodate up to 4 cars. The restaurant has about 7 four-person tables and some counter seats. The recommended dish is the "Kazakh Course" which includes traditional Russian dishes like Borscht, Piroshki, and Golubtsy, with a choice of drink at the end. The main highlight is probably the Russian version of clam chowder called "Golubtsy," which has been served over 20,000 times. The food is delicious, with a home-cooked taste that is comforting and nostalgic. The dishes are served piping hot and the service is attentive and thoughtful, making you feel like you're having a luxurious meal in someone's home. The restaurant is run by a couple who provide excellent service even when busy. Their hospitality is truly heartwarming. I will definitely visit again, despite the distance.

A Russian home cooking restaurant located a little ways into a residential area from Shiroi Station. I wasn't very familiar with Russian cuisine, but decided to try it based on a friend's recommendation. The restaurant had about 6-7 tables in a cozy atmosphere with stylish decor. Lunch prices started at 750 yen. I wanted to eat heartily, so I ordered the most popular Kazakh course for 1,700 yen. The piroshki was piping hot, too hot to hold with your hands. But eating it while it's still steaming hot was delicious! The borscht had a gentle flavor, and the grebeshki (cream stew in a pie crust?) was also piping hot and very tasty. The napkin included had a number written on it, which turned out to be the number of grebeshki made so far...89,000, a sign that this restaurant is well-loved.

A Russian restaurant located within a 5-minute walk from JR and Nishitetsu's Yahata Station. It's not a prominent location, but there are quite a few customers. Sometimes it's so crowded that you can't get a seat when you drop by. Despite being along a narrow road, there are quite a few people who come by car. The menu is surprisingly extensive, so I have the adventurous spirit to try unfamiliar dishes, but I always end up ordering borscht and piroshki after hesitating. The piroshki here is really delicious. Served hot and freshly fried, it's hard to hold, tear, or put in your mouth, but eating it makes you feel happy. The borscht also has a comforting, gentle flavor. It may seem strange for Russian cuisine to evoke a nostalgic feeling, but the taste is like "mom's cooking." I've only been for lunch so far, so I'd like to try going at night next time. I look forward to gathering a group and sharing and trying various dishes. Since you can take out piroshki, it seems like a good souvenir option.