As was the case with one other reviewer, my wife and I were taken to this restaurant as part of a tour arranged by Alla Tours and we were glad that we stopped here. The group we were part of all enjoyed the food (Beef Stroganoff) quite a bit and thought the service was quite efficient although not particularly friendly -- if that matters. The setting was pleasant enough. Unfortunately I know next to nothing about Russian cuisine so I'm not sure how this meal compares to that found in other restaurants. All I know is that we enjoyed it. I think that if I could I'd rate this restaurant somewhere between average and very good but opted to give it the bit higher ranking because coffee and dessert were included in the meal.