Fasol is a chain of neighborhood grocery stores, and this guide to Fasol Moscow stores explains what a visitor can use it for and how to find a branch. It is a franchise project of the company METRO, so the stores are run by independent owners under one brand, and there are many of them in Moscow, including central branches near Kitay-Gorod and stores in business centers and residential complexes.
Most stores are open until about 23:00, and some are open around the clock. The sections below cover typical hours, the payment question for foreign visitors and how to find a store.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Фасоль |
|---|---|
| Address | Ilyinka Street 4, Moscow (Ильинка, 4), one of many stores; the full list is on the official site |
| District | Tverskoy |
| Metro | Kitay-Gorod (Lines 6 and 7, orange and purple, the Solyanka Street 2/6 store is listed about 90 meters from the station; for the Ilyinka Street 4 store the walking time was not verified) |
| Opening hours | Typical store hours are about 08:00 to 23:00, and a number of stores near stations, business centers and residential complexes are open around the clock; hours vary by store, so check the store on the map (as of October 2026 – check the official site). |
| Best time to visit | Weekday mornings and mid-afternoons are quiet, while lunchtime and the early evening are busier in central stores; the 24-hour stores are useful at night. Check the hours of each store. |
| Recommended duration | 10–20 minutes |
| Website | myfasol.ru |
| Last updated | October 10, 2026 |
Why Visit Fasol?
Fasol is a practical stop for small purchases, such as water, snacks and basic groceries, because its stores are small, close to Metro stations and in business centers, and some are open around the clock. A central store on Solyanka Street is about 90 meters from Kitay-Gorod, and another is on Ilyinka Street near Gostiny Dvor.
The stores are convenience shops rather than large supermarkets, so the range is narrower and varies from store to store. Because payment by foreign cards cannot be assumed, bring cash in rubles and check the store on the map before you go.
Highlights of Fasol
Water and drinks
As a neighborhood grocery chain, Fasol stores sell bottled water and soft drinks, which makes them useful for a quick stop between sights. The range varies by store, so check what is on the shelf.
Tip: Pick up water before a long walk in the center.
Basic groceries
The stores stock everyday groceries within walking distance of homes and offices, such as bread, dairy products and snacks, according to the chain's own concept as a neighborhood store. Check the range in the store you choose.
Tip: Use a store near your accommodation for a quick breakfast.
Stores open around the clock
Map listings show a number of stores open 24 hours, including those on Bersenevskaya Embankment, Varshavskoye Shosse, Krasnoprudnaya Street and near Komsomolskaya Square. Check the hours of the store you plan to use.
Tip: Choose a 24-hour store after a late evening.
Central branches near Kitay-Gorod
The Solyanka Street 2/6 store is about 90 meters from Kitay-Gorod, and another store is on Ilyinka Street 4, close to Gostiny Dvor and Red Square. Check the route on a map app.
Tip: Use these stores during a walk in the old center.
Stores in business centers
Some branches are inside business centers and residential complexes, such as the store on Presnenskaya Embankment and on Pravdy Street, so they fit a work or hotel area. Check the nearest branch to your hotel.
Tip: Look for a branch in the building where you stay or work.
A METRO franchise
Fasol is a franchise of the company METRO, so each store is run by an independent owner, which is why hours and ranges differ between stores. Check the store page before relying on a specific service.
Tip: Do not expect the same range in every store.
Atmosphere
A typical branch is a small shop with a few narrow aisles, a chilled wall of drinks and dairy products, a bakery shelf near the door and a checkout by the entrance. Staff speak Russian, and signs and price tags are in Russian.
Central stores are busy at lunchtime and in the early evening, and the 24-hour stores are quiet at night.
History of Fasol
Fasol began as a chain of neighborhood grocery stores and became a franchise project of the company METRO, which unites more than 1,700 stores of independent owners under the brand across Russia, according to a retail trade portal. The chain refreshed its identity and brand book around 2021, with the first stores in the new design opened in Moscow, in the Federation Tower in the Moscow City business center, and in Kazan.
The chain also showed a mobile store format, with trucks operated by a franchisee, at a trade fair. The founding date could not be verified.
The current store list should be checked on the official site, and this history is shorter than requested because few facts could be verified.
Tickets and Booking for Fasol
Payment. Cash in rubles is the most reliable way to pay. Stores may accept cards issued in Russia, but foreign Visa or Mastercard cards should not be assumed to work; your country’s sanctions rules may also restrict some payment services, so check this yourself.
At the checkout. Self-checkout and bag rules were not verified and may differ by store; carry a small bag of your own and ask at the till if a bag is sold.
Finding stores. Use the store list on the official site myfasol.ru or search for the Russian name Фасоль on a map app, since signs are in Russian; central branches are on Solyanka Street, Ilyinka Street and near the Yaroslavsky Railway Terminal.
How to Get to Fasol
The stores are spread across Moscow, so the route depends on the branch. A central example is the store at Solyanka Street 2/6, about 90 meters from Kitay-Gorod on the orange Line 6 and the purple Line 7, and another is at Ilyinka Street 4, near Gostiny Dvor.
- By Metro: ride to Kitay-Gorod and walk to Solyanka or Ilyinka Street; check the route on a map app.
- On foot: the stores are a short walk from Red Square and Zaryadye Park.
- By taxi: use the address of the branch you choose.
Accessibility
Step-free access and facilities for guests with reduced mobility differ by store and were not verified, so check the store if you need them.
Food Nearby
The central stores are near many cafes and restaurants in Kitay-Gorod and along Ilyinka Street; the exact venues were not verified.
What to Bring
Bring cash in rubles, a small bag for your purchases and a charged phone with a map and translation app, since signs and price tags are in Russian.
Photography Rules
Rules for photography in stores were not verified; ask staff first and do not photograph other customers or staff without asking.
Family Suitability
The stores are suitable for a quick stop with children and strollers in some branches, but aisles are narrow in small stores; step-free access was not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Search for the Russian name Фасоль on a map app, because signs and listings use it.
- Check the hours of the specific store, since hours range from about 23:00 closing to around the clock.
- Use the 24-hour stores near stations and business centers after a late evening.
- Compare the range between stores, since each one is run by an independent franchisee.
- Do not expect a large supermarket, and use a bigger chain for a full shop.
- Keep a few small notes, since rounding up at the checkout is easier with cash.
Where to Find Fasol in Moscow
Fasol has branches across the city, so there is no single address to list. To find the closest one, search on Yandex Maps or Google Maps from your hotel or metro station.
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FAQ: Fasol
What is Fasol?
A chain of neighborhood convenience stores run as a franchise project of the company METRO.
Are the stores open late?
Most are open until about 23:00, and a number are open around the clock.
Where are the central stores?
Examples are on Solyanka Street and Ilyinka Street, close to Kitay-Gorod.
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.
Do the stores sell alcohol?
This varies by store and is subject to local restrictions, so ask at the store.
Is it a supermarket?
No, it is a small neighborhood store with a narrower range.
Are signs in English?
No, signs and price tags are in Russian.
How do I find the nearest store?
Use the store list on the official site or search the Russian name on a map app.
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