Schepka

“Schepka” is a casual café serving straightforward, home‑style comfort food with a strong focus on the grill. The main draw is charcoal shashlik — pork neck, chicken, duck, and lyulya kebab — cooked in front of you until nicely browned on the outside and juicy inside. Portions are generous, and the kebabs pair well with large salads, Idaho‑style potatoes, grilled vegetables, and sauces (including a garlic sauce), plus crispy fried bread.

The menu blends Russian and Thai favorites. On the Russian side you’ll find pelmeni, okroshka, and house-made kvass, along with familiar salads and appetizers; the Thai selection includes tom yum, pad thai, and tempura. There are also burgers, steaks, ribs, seafood, Belgian waffles, soft drinks, and draft beer. Prices are moderate. In high season evenings can get busy; if there’s a wait, it’s handled comfortably with a place to sit.

The dining room is clean and tidy with a calm, simple interior, and Russian music plays in the background (including ’90s hits). Staff are friendly and happy to help with recommendations. Many orders arrive within 15–20 minutes, though some dishes take longer, and during peak times mix-ups can happen. Families with children will appreciate cartoons like Masha and the Bear. Tables along the road feel more like a street café — there’s lively traffic nearby, and fans are used instead of air conditioning. Occasionally guests mention issues with specific dishes or how an order is served, but concerns are usually resolved on the spot.