What should I order at La Sarkis?
La Sarkis
Steak
Highly recommended for steak lovers; described as amazing, perfectly cooked, and perfectly served. Multiple reviews highlighted steak as a specialty and praised its quality.
Shrimp wrap
Mentioned specifically as a great dish in one review, indicating it is a tasty and satisfying choice.
Bread with cheese
Noted as especially great and highlighted as a standout item with the food quality.
Pancake with seafood
Described as very tasty and paired well with an amazing lemonade, suggesting a flavorful and enjoyable dish.
Pate (appetizer)
Enjoyed as an appetizer in one review, indicating it is a recommended starter.
Hot salad with beef steak
Called mind blowing and highly praised for its unique combination of ingredients like apples, pineapple, arugula, onion, and tomatoes.
Spaghetti
Mentioned as delicious and a good option, though meat dishes are noted as specialties.
Potatoes (side dish)
Mentioned alongside the shrimp wrap as part of a great meal, indicating it complements main dishes well.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
About La Sarkis
La Sarkis is an Eastern European restaurant in Chișinău, Moldova. Reviews describe it as a cozy, upscale place with outdoor terrace seating, and note that it offers Moldovan cuisine with some European fusion. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, especially dishes like bread with cheese, shashlik, steak, khachapuri, and other grilled or hearty plates. The service is also frequently described as professional, friendly, and attentive, and the restaurant is often mentioned for its wine selection.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is La Sarkis known for?
La Sarkis is known for Moldovan dishes, especially bread with cheese, khachapuri, and shashlik, along with a strong Moldovan wine collection. Reviewers also highlight the terrace, cozy setting, and service that helps with wine pairing.
What dishes are most recommended at La Sarkis?
Reviewers most often point to bread with cheese, khachapuri, shashlik, steak, and the shrimp wrap with potatoes. People also mention quiche for a lighter lunch and say the food quality is consistently high.
What is the atmosphere like at La Sarkis?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with a fireplace, good music, and super cozy patios. It seems to work well for groups, tourists, and solo diners who want a place where they can still talk comfortably.
Is La Sarkis good value, and what is the price range?
La Sarkis is in the $$$$ range, and multiple reviewers say it is expensive, often two to three times more than typical places in Chișinău. The tradeoff people mention is that the food, service, and wine selection are strong enough that many feel the quality justifies the price.
What should I know about drinks and wine at La Sarkis?
The restaurant is repeatedly praised for its wine selection, with reviewers specifically calling out a strong Moldovan wine collection and asking staff for pairing advice. It also has a bar onsite and offers cocktails, beer, coffee, tea, and wine, so it works well for a full meal or a drink-focused visit.
Is parking available at La Sarkis?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Is La Sarkis kid-friendly?
Yes, La Sarkis is good for kids.
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