Stolovaya 57 GUM is a self-service canteen on the third floor of GUM on Red Square. It has a Soviet-era canteen look—period-style posters, steel counters, and a long serving line—and it focuses on classic Russian home-cooking.
Visitors pick dishes from the counter, pay at the cashier at the end of the line, and then sit down at an available table. It’s straightforward, fast compared with sit-down dining, and convenient for a meal between Red Square sights.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Столовая № 57 |
|---|---|
| Address | Red Square 3, GUM, third floor (third arcade), Moscow 109012 OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Tverskoy |
| Metro | Teatralnaya (Zamoskvoretskaya Line (Line 2, green), Listed by Yandex Maps; the walking time was not verified) Ploshchad Revolyutsii (Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line (Line 3, dark blue), Named by a GUM listing; the walking time was not verified) Okhotny Ryad (Sokolnicheskaya Line (Line 1, red), Near Manezhnaya Square; the walking time was not verified) |
| Opening hours | Daily 10:00 to 22:00.
(as of October 2026 – check the official site) |
| Admission | No entry fee. Expect moderate spending (₽₽) per person at stolovayas and buffets; one meal of pasta, a cutlet with a fried egg and a coffee was moderately priced (₽₽); check the prices on the tags. |
| Best time to visit | The canteen is open daily from 10:00 to 22:00. Yandex shows it as usually moderately busy around 14:00, and reviews report queues of 5 to 20 minutes, so a late morning or late afternoon visit may be quicker. The arcade is hot in summer, while the canteen itself is cooled. |
| Recommended duration | About 45 to 60 minutes, including the queue |
| Cuisine | Russian and Soviet-style home cooking, self-service |
| Price level | €€ |
| Reservations | No booking is possible or needed in a self-service canteen: you take a tray and queue. Reviews mention queues of about 5 to 20 minutes at busy times. Delivery or takeaway was not verified. The GUM site is gum.ru, and the phone given on listings is +7 (495) 620-31-29. |
| Website | gum.ru |
| Last updated | October 7, 2026 |
Why Visit Stolovaya 57?
Stolovaya 57 is for travelers who want a Soviet-style, self-service meal right next to the center’s best-known sights. It’s a practical way to try classic Russian dishes without choosing from a full restaurant menu.
It also works well for a quick sightseeing day: you can walk in from Red Square, eat under GUM’s glass roof, and continue exploring immediately after.
Highlights of Stolovaya 57
Soviet-style canteen atmosphere inside GUM
On the third floor of GUM, Stolovaya 57 is styled like a Soviet-era canteen: period-looking posters, steel counters, and a long serving line. It’s designed to feel like a “canteen in a department store,” not a modern restaurant.
Tip: Follow the signs for the third arcade/third line on the third floor, then go where the trays are moving along the counter.
Tray-and-counter self-service
The format is straightforward self-service. Take a tray, walk along the line of hot and cold dishes, choose what you want, and pay at the cashier at the end before sitting down.
Tip: If the line is moving slowly at one station, look for the counter section with the shortest queue before you commit.
Classic Russian dishes
Expect classic Russian home-cooking staples such as borscht, pelmeni, cutlets, and layered salads. Dishes are displayed ready to be picked rather than made to order after you choose.
Tip: When you’re near the hot counter, choose the items that are steaming or freshly prepared rather than the ones that look like they’ve been sitting.
Sweets and drinks to round out the meal
There’s usually a choice of sweets and drinks—use the end of the counter to add dessert and a beverage, then return your tray to a table when you’re done paying.
Tip: Scan the dessert and drink options before you reach the cashier so you can plan your tray size.
Right by Red Square, easy to combine with sightseeing
The big advantage is location: you can eat and keep sightseeing on foot around Red Square. The canteen is in the same GUM building that fronts the Square.
Tip: Plan your meal break between Red Square landmarks and the arcades, since you can step outside immediately after eating.
What to Order
- Borscht, the beetroot soup, listed first by the guides
- Olivier salad, a classic Russian salad
- Herring under a fur coat, a layered herring and beetroot salad
- A Russian beef cutlet, a classic main
- Pelmeni, the filled dumplings
- Kompot, a fruit drink, or the cranberry drink.
Atmosphere
Stolovaya 57 sits under GUM’s glass roof, with a practical, canteen-like rhythm: trays, a steady serving line, and lots of tables. During busy hours it feels crowded, but the layout is designed for quick seating once you have your tray.
Because it’s inside a large arcade, the outside area can be uncomfortable in summer, while the canteen itself is typically calmer and easier to manage for a quick lunch or early dinner.
History of Stolovaya 57
Stolovaya 57 is located in GUM, the historic department store on Red Square. The canteen occupies part of the third floor and is styled to evoke Soviet-era self-service dining.
The canteen’s origin year wasn’t confirmed from reliable sources in the notes, so the visitor-facing history here stays focused on what’s observable: a Soviet-style dining room inside a landmark department store.
Reservations and Ordering at Stolovaya 57
No reservations are used here. Go for a simple self-service routine: take a tray, queue at the counter, pick your dishes, and pay at the cashier at the end. Many tables are available once you’ve paid. For payments, cards are reported to work, but carrying RUB cash is recommended as a backup; foreign bank cards may not work reliably in Russia. Delivery/takeaway wasn’t verified.
Find and Order: Stolovaya 57
How to Get to Stolovaya 57
Stolovaya 57 is on the third floor of GUM (Red Square 3). Enter GUM from Red Square and take the escalators up to the third floor, then follow signs for the third arcade/third line.
- Metro: Teatralnaya (Line 2, green), Ploshchad Revolyutsii (Line 3, dark blue), or Okhotny Ryad (Line 1, red). Walk from any of these to Red Square, then enter GUM.
- Inside GUM: once on the third floor, locate the third arcade/third line and follow the canteen queue.
Accessibility
Highchairs are available. Escalators and toilets are present in the building. Step-free access to the third floor (lifts/ramps) wasn’t verified in the notes—check with GUM staff if you need a fully step-free route.
Food Nearby
Cafe Festivalnoye is on the same third floor of GUM, so it’s an easy alternative if the canteen line is long. Beyond GUM, Red Square is surrounded by city-center cafés and restaurants—check hours if you’re planning a later dinner.
What to Bring
Bring RUB cash as a backup in case card payments fail for your bank/card. Also bring patience for the line during typical meal times, and a light layer if you’re sensitive to temperature swings between the arcade and the canteen hall.
Photography Rules
No photography rules were found for the canteen itself. Since the decor and the food line are part of the experience, it’s best to ask staff before photographing the counter or other diners, and avoid blocking the queue.
Family Suitability
Generally good for families: highchairs are available and many dishes are familiar and child-friendly. Queues can be the main challenge with younger kids; choosing an earlier or later mealtime helps.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- If the line is long, watch how quickly trays move—sometimes one section of the counter is faster than another.
- Choose hot dishes that look freshly served; some items may be held warm for a while.
- Add dessert and a drink before you pay so you don’t need to rejoin the line later.
- Use the canteen as a practical break: you’re eating a full meal in the same building where you’ll continue walking around Red Square.
- The third-floor space can feel busy—plan to arrive slightly off-peak if you want a calmer queue.
Make an Outing of Your Visit to Stolovaya 57
Stolovaya 57 is within walking distance of places that pair well with a meal. A simple way to build the outing:
Before or after your meal
GUM Moscowabout 50 m away (~1 min walk) · typical visit: 1–2 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Red Square Moscow – about 100 m away (~2 min walk) · typical visit: 1–2 hours for the square, 3–5 hours with St Basil's and one museumMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Lenin’s Mausoleum Moscow – about 150 m away (~3 min walk) · typical visit: 30–60 minutes including the queue; a few minutes insideMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Time needed: plan about 3.5–6.5 hours for the whole outing, including the meal (roughly 1–1.5 hours), the places above and the walking between them.
Explore Nearby Stolovaya 57
Metro stations near Stolovaya 57
Ploshchad Revolyutsii Metro Stationabout 200 m away (~3 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Okhotny Ryad Metro Stationabout 450 m away (~7 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Restaurants and cafes near Stolovaya 57
Varenichnaya No. 1about 200 m away (~3 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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SAVVAabout 400 m away (~7 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Metropol Restaurantabout 400 m away (~7 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Nightlife near Stolovaya 57
Papa's Barabout 400 m away (~7 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Kadril Karaoke Clubabout 700 m away (~11 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Hotels near Stolovaya 57
Four Seasons Hotel Moscowabout 400 m away (~6 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Hotel Metropol Moscowabout 400 m away (~7 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Hotel National Moscowabout 500 m away (~8 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Events and traditions near Stolovaya 57
Spasskaya Tower Military Music Festivalabout 100 m away (~2 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
National Unity Day in Moscowabout 100 m away (~2 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: Stolovaya 57
Is Stolovaya 57 still open?
Listings show it is open daily from 10:00 to 22:00 (as of October 2026, check the official website).
Where is it?
Inside GUM (Red Square 3), on the third floor, third arcade (the third “line” within the building).
Do I need to book?
No. It’s a self-service canteen: grab a tray, queue at the counter, then pay at the cashier at the end.
How do I order?
Pick dishes from the counter (hot and cold items), then pay when you reach the end of the line, and take your tray to a free table.
How much does it cost?
Expect roughly mid-range budget prices for Moscow (verify the exact cost on the menu tags at the counter). A guide mentions moderate pricing (₽₽) per person, but prices can change.
Can I pay by card?
Cards are reported to be accepted, but foreign cards may not work reliably. Carry RUB cash just in case.
What should I try?
Common choices include borscht, Olivier salad, herring under a fur coat, pelmeni, and Russian cutlets, plus kompot or tea/coffee.
Is it good for children?
Generally practical for families: familiar dishes, highchairs are available, and you can choose portions at the counter. The main downside is that queues can build at meal times.
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