Troika, for the location

Troika is a Russian restaurant on the Town Hall Square of Tallinn. Being located at a tourist hotspot does influence the character of the place. It was crowded and loud even on a Monday evening, so if you are looking to spend a romantic evening, this is probably not where it will take place. The best thing about this restaurant is probably the interior of the room. Vaulted ceiling of an ancient house, the massive tables, wall paintings, dimmed lights.

Service is quick…too quick for relaxing and enjoying your time. One course chases the other and in about 1 or 1,5 hour everything is over. People leave, tables are cleaned and the next set of guests can arrive. As for food try the blinis. The main course was a big disappointment. If you want to have at least as good or even better Russian food for half the price, drive 180 km south of Tallinn to Tartu and step in to Rasputin. Ah yes, the price level in Troika is that of a normal “touristically” well located restaurant in Tallinn, but the quality price relationship of food is not in balance.

What you get for the money, is the location, if you are ready to pay for that, it is good!