Delicatessen, known to regulars as Deli, is a basement gastro-bar and cocktail bar on Sadovaya-Karetnaya Street, and this guide to Delicatessen Bar Moscow explains how to find it and what to expect. The kitchen was set up by the chef Ivan Shishkin, and the bar, with cocktails and infusions, is run by Vyacheslav Lankin, according to a restaurant guide.
The venue is typically open from midday, with later closing on Friday and Saturday, and its entrance is a basement door reached through an archway from the Garden Ring. The sections below cover hours, entry, drinks and how to get home, and note the details that could not be verified.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Delicatessen (гастробар «Деликатесен») |
|---|---|
| Address | Sadovaya-Karetnaya Street 20 building 2, basement, Moscow (Садовая-Каретная, 20, стр. 2) OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Tverskoy |
| Metro | Tsvetnoy Bulvar (Line 9, gray, named as the nearest Metro station in listings; the walking time and exit were not verified) |
| Type | Cocktail bar |
| Opening hours | Typically listed as open Tuesday to Thursday from 12:00 to 00:00 and on Friday and Saturday from 12:00 to 02:00, with older sources showing a Sunday opening, so check the days on the official site (as of October 2026 – check the official site). |
| Best time to visit | Weekday afternoons are calmer, while Friday and Saturday evenings are the liveliest and the venue stays open until 02:00. Check the official site for the days of opening. |
| Recommended duration | 2–3 hours |
| Music | A gastro-bar with house cocktails and some live music; the music is part of the atmosphere rather than the main draw. |
| Entry and dress code | The door policy, dress code, minimum age and any cover charge could not be verified; entry is by a basement door that is easy to miss. Check delicatessen.bar, and bring a photo ID. |
| Price level | ₽₽₽ · upscale |
| Reservations | Table reservations may be possible by phone or through the official site; this could not be verified, so check delicatessen.bar before going, especially on Friday and Saturday. |
| Website | delicatessen.bar |
| Last updated | October 9, 2026 |
Why Visit Delicatessen?
Delicatessen combines a restaurant kitchen and a cocktail bar in one basement room, and it is described as one of the established gastro-bars of Moscow whose alumni went on to other venues. The bar is known for its house-made infusions and for a signature cocktail called Pedro Manhattan, which is counted by a meter on each order.
Its entrance is hard to find, so a visit has a small element of discovery, and the menu is available in English, according to a map listing. Because the hours and the door policy could not be fully confirmed, check the official site and book a table in advance for a Friday or Saturday.
Highlights of Delicatessen
House-made infusions and cocktails
The bar is known for house-made infusions and cocktails, and it traditionally works without a printed cocktail list, with the bartender suggesting drinks to a guest's taste, according to older guides. Check how the bar works today when you book.
Tip: Tell the bartender what you like instead of ordering by name.
Pedro Manhattan
The signature cocktail of the bar, which is counted with a meter, according to a restaurant guide. Check whether it is on offer on your night.
Tip: Ask for the Pedro Manhattan by name.
The kitchen of Ivan Shishkin
The chef Ivan Shishkin built a bold menu in which aged meat is a feature, and the venue is described as a gastro-bar rather than a plain bar. Check the menu for current dishes, which change often.
Tip: Ask staff for the dishes of the day.
The hidden basement entrance
The bar is in the basement of building 2, reached through an archway from the Garden Ring, and a sign inside the door thanks guests for finding it. Check the entrance on a map app before going.
Tip: Look for the basement door after the archway.
Menu in English and live music
A map listing says the venue has a menu in English and live music, along with a summer terrace. Check which of these are available on your night.
Tip: Ask for the English menu on arrival.
The Sadovaya-Karetnaya location
The bar is near Tsvetnoy Bulvar, close to the Hermitage Garden and the Obraztsov Puppet Theatre. See the walking itinerary for the area. Check the route on a map app.
Tip: Combine a stroll through the Hermitage Garden with an evening drink.
Signature Drinks
- Pedro Manhattan, the bar's signature cocktail
- A house-made infusion suggested by the bartender
Atmosphere
Inside the basement door the room is low and warm, with red walls, dark furniture and a meat display behind glass, and the sound of ice, conversation and sometimes live music. The owners and the bartenders are visible at the counter, and the room feels small and lively rather than formal.
It is calm at midday and fills with groups of friends and couples in the evening, with Fridays and Saturdays the busiest nights.
History of Delicatessen
Delicatessen opened as a restaurant and bar in a basement on Sadovaya-Karetnaya Street, and it became known in Moscow as one of the long-standing gastronomic bars of the city. The kitchen was developed by the chef Ivan Shishkin, and the bar is run by Vyacheslav Lankin, who is known for the Pedro Manhattan cocktail.
The venue has been described as a training ground for chefs and bartenders who later opened their own places. The date of opening and the details of its ownership could not be verified.
The current program and ownership should be checked on the official site, and this history is shorter than requested because few facts could be verified.
Entry, Tables and Reservations at Delicatessen
Reservations. Tables may be reserved by phone or through the official site delicatessen.bar; this could not be verified, so check before going on a Friday or Saturday, when the room is small and busy.
Entry. The door policy, dress code and any cover charge were not verified; the entrance is a basement door that is easy to miss. Arrive early on a busy night, and bring a photo ID.
Payment. A map listing mentions card payment, which applies to cards accepted in Russia. Foreign Visa or Mastercard cards should not be assumed to work, and your country’s sanctions rules may restrict some payment services, so carry cash in rubles and check this yourself.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Delicatessen
The bar is at Sadovaya-Karetnaya Street 20 building 2, in the basement, and the nearest Metro station named in listings is Tsvetnoy Bulvar on the gray Line 9. The entrance is from the backstreet, through an archway from the Garden Ring, and then to the left.
- By Metro: ride to Tsvetnoy Bulvar and walk; check the route on a map app.
- By taxi: use the address, Sadovaya-Karetnaya Street 20 building 2.
- Getting home: the Metro usually closes around 01:00, so a taxi may be needed after a late night; check mosmetro.ru for the current closing time.
Accessibility
The bar is in a basement, so stairs are likely, and step-free access was not verified; check with the bar before going if you need it.
Food Nearby
The venue itself has a kitchen, and the Sadovaya-Karetnaya and Tsvetnoy Boulevard area has many cafes and restaurants; the exact venues were not verified.
What to Bring
Bring a photo ID, cash in rubles and a charged phone with a map and a taxi app for the way home.
Photography Rules
Rules for photography were not verified; ask staff first and do not photograph other guests without asking.
Family Suitability
Not well suited to young children, since this is a small basement bar in the evening, and the minimum age was not verified; stroller access was not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Look for the archway from the Garden Ring and the basement door, since the entrance is easy to miss.
- Ask the bartender to suggest a drink if there is no printed cocktail list.
- Book a table early for a Friday or Saturday, since the room is small.
- Check the days of opening on the official site, because older sources show a Sunday opening.
- Plan the way home before the last round, since the Metro closes around 01:00.
- Carry cash in rubles in case a card is declined.
What to Do Within Walking Distance of Delicatessen
These places are an easy walk from Delicatessen and help you plan your days:
Within walking distance
Hermitage Garden Moscowabout 200 m away (~3 min walk) · typical visit: About 1 to 2 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
State Museum of Decorative Arts Moscowabout 300 m away (~5 min walk) · typical visit: About 1.5 to 2 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Nikulin Moscow Circus on Tsvetnoy Boulevardabout 600 m away (~10 min walk) · typical visit: About 2.5 to 3 hours for a performanceMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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Metro stations near Delicatessen
Tsvetnoy Bulvar Metro Stationabout 450 m away (~8 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Trubnaya Metro Stationabout 650 m away (~11 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Nightlife near Delicatessen
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Restaurants and cafes near Delicatessen
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Hotels near Delicatessen
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FAQ: Delicatessen
What is Delicatessen?
A basement gastro-bar and cocktail bar on Sadovaya-Karetnaya Street in Moscow, often called Deli.
How do I find the entrance?
Go through the archway from the Garden Ring and look for a basement door on the left.
What are the hours?
Typically from 12:00, closing at 00:00 or 02:00 on Friday and Saturday; check the official site.
What is Pedro Manhattan?
The bar's signature cocktail, counted with a meter, according to a restaurant guide.
Is the menu in English?
A map listing says so.
Can I pay with a foreign card?
Acceptance of foreign cards cannot be assumed; carry cash in rubles, and check your own country's sanctions rules, which may restrict some payment services.
How do I get home late?
The Metro closes around 01:00, so use a taxi; check the current rules for taxi apps.
Is it suitable for children?
Not in the evening; it is a small basement bar.
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