Headed to Veselka for brunch today after hearing many good things. Was told to wait 20 minutes – outside – for a table to be ready. We checked after 20 minutes and were told to wait another 15. We waited another 15,... (16 replies, last updated by piccola November 22, 2005)

one reason i like veselka is its open late , very late, not sure if it ever closes. I like the mural outside too (2 replies, last updated by Pan February 8, 2009)

When I went to the “F” train yesterday I noticed that Veselka took over the kiosk in First Park on the corner of 1st and 1st. Has anyone tried their sandwiches at the kiosk? (0 replies, last updated by livetotravel September 2, 2006)

One of the xmas crowd at the Veselka yesterday (9th and 2nd ave) and adored the xmas borscht. Light, clear, beautifully pink and peppery broth with 4 delicious mushroom dumplings (light, delicate, filled with duxelles. Believe... (1 reply, last updated by ruth arcone December 27, 2002)

Veselka has good borscht. Not vegetarian though. (25 replies, last updated by joeyz October 12, 2007)

they are halloween festive at VESELKA and fyi the special pierogi is pumpkin. sounds good? and yes of course the ghoul-ash was moving fast — haha! i didn’t have any of that tonight, but i thought it was pretty cute... (0 replies, last updated by mrnyc October 23, 2004)

Friday afternoon late lunch was very satisfying at this great standby spot as we wandered around the East Village. The pierogies (several types, including smoked ham and gruyere, of all things!) were as delicious as ever. The... (2 replies, last updated by christy319 May 5, 2007)

have been meaning to ask this: has anyone fouind a way to re-create Veselka's awesome salad dressing? I think it is some sort of lemon-dill combination. Or, on the otherhand is this availible for purchase? (in the restaurant or... (1 reply, last updated by New Havener January 4, 2005)

I thought Josh “Mr. Cutlets” Ozersky of Grub Street and recent author of the definitive history of “The Hamburger” was merely being controversial by recommending Veselka's burger as one of the best in NYC.... (1 reply, last updated by scoopG August 9, 2008)

Maybe Little Poland? 200 2nd Ave, New York 10003 Btwn 12th & 13th St I like their pierogis and borscht (hot and cold) better than Veselka's. For more standard diner fare, however, I’d stick with Veselka. (6 replies, last updated by Pan November 16, 2006)

Just had great Peanut Butter pie at Veselka(2nd Ave&9th st).It’s actually a slice of cake that has thick chocolate cookie crust on the bottom.white-ish color peanut butter part is very rich and dense with crunchy peanut... (1 reply, last updated by Tristan November 23, 2004)

Ok, My roommate and I love getting good breakfast (specifically pancakes or challah french toast) on weekends. Not a brunch either – just breakfast. So, we were debating between Veselka, Cafe Zoo, and B&H for pancakes and... (4 replies, last updated by NuttyR June 27, 2001)

Veselka has damn good burgers. (5 replies, last updated by Rob June 16, 2005)

Who makes the best buttermilk pancakes in Greenwich or East Village at reasonable prices? Veselka? Pink Tea Cup? Need good ideas... (2 replies, last updated by mykleinberg February 28, 2008)

I’ve got a late morning appoitnment on 2nd near 17th St. Other than Veselka, got any good breakfast recommendations nearby? Tipsy (0 replies, last updated by TipsyMcStagger October 18, 2007)