What should I order at La Plăcinte?
La Plăcinte
Sweet Cherry Plăcintă
Specifically highlighted for being divine, juicy, fragrant, and unforgettable, making it a standout among the plăcintă options.
Borscht
Described as rich and flavorful, served with fluffy pampushky, savory salo, and a touch of spicy pepper, making it a well-rounded and authentic soup choice.
Ciulama (creamy mămăligă with chicken)
Praised as superb, this dish combines tender chicken in a luscious butter-cream sauce served over creamy mămăligă, showcasing traditional Moldovan flavors.
Moldavian Mule (dessert)
Recommended as a great dessert option, noted for its enjoyable taste in at least one review.
Lemonades
Frequently mentioned for being very nice and great, complementing the meals well.
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
About La Plăcinte
La Plăcinte is a Romanian restaurant in 1, serving Moldovan and Romanian cuisine. Reviewers consistently praise the plăcintă, soups, mămăligă, sarmale, and the varied menu of traditional dishes, along with drinks like lemonade and the Moldovan mule. The atmosphere is described as casual and cozy, with charming decor, and the restaurant is popular for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining. It is generally seen as budget-friendly, with prices in the MDL 200 to 300 range.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is La Plăcinte known for?
La Plăcinte is best known for plăcintă and other Moldovan traditional dishes, especially mămăligă, sarmale, and soups. Reviewers also mention the drinks, including lemonade and the Moldovan mule, as standouts alongside the extensive menu.
What dishes are most recommended at La Plăcinte?
The most frequently recommended items are plăcintă, mămăligă, sarmale, soups, and desserts. Reviewers also call out the breakfasts and the red borscht, with several saying the food is consistently tasty across a wide menu.
What is the atmosphere like at La Plăcinte?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and charming, with decor that feels traditional and locally inspired. It suits family meals, group lunches, and even a quick lunch for two, while solo diners are also a common crowd.
Is La Plăcinte good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers often describe it as budget-friendly or adequately priced, and the listed price range is MDL 200 to 300. People say the portions and the variety of traditional dishes make it a solid value for Moldovan food in Chișinău.
Do you need a reservation or should you expect a wait at La Plăcinte?
La Plăcinte accepts reservations, but it is also noted as usually having a wait. That makes it a place where planning ahead can help, especially if you want to visit during busy meal times.
Is parking available at La Plăcinte?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Is La Plăcinte kid-friendly?
Yes, La Plăcinte is good for kids.
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