Where to spend a leisurely morning and where to head for delicious avocado toasts, appetizing shakshuka, or fluffy syrniki? Here's a list of 10 breakfast spots in Kyiv.
"Markó"
Café "Markó" is located in the heart of the capital—it opened in the Sophia Hotel on Sofiivska Street. It's the perfect place for leisurely morning breakfasts. The name of the establishment refers to the life and creativity of the Ukrainian writer Marko Vovchok, who lived in Kyiv for some time.
Breakfast can be ordered here from 07:30 to 13:00. They include both sweet (semolina pudding with apricot, pancakes with orange cream, Yorkshire pancakes) and savory options (potato pancakes with salmon, Croque Monsieur, eggs with yogurt and spinach).
- Recommended dishes: Copenhagen (Slavutych bread, egg with runny yolk, whipped butter, Montasio cheese, Gudbrandsdalen cheese, almond-apricot jam, seasonal fruits, a mix of Maldon and smoked sea salt) — 400 UAH, English breakfast (Slavutych bread, fried eggs made from 2 eggs, 2 grilled turkey sausages, plum ketchup, roasted peppers with pesto, corn kernels in creamy sauce, fried mushrooms, bacon crunch, crispy onions, fresh parsley) — 420 UAH, Cheese omelet (Omelet made from 3 eggs and 3 types of cheese: Gouda, Cheddar, Pecorino; melted butter, tarragon, Slavutych bread, romaine lettuce, vinaigrette sauce) — 300 UAH, Pumpkin pancakes — 300 UAH, Croque-monsieur — 400 UAH
- Address: 19 Sofiivska Street
Mocco – Gastronomic Classic in the Center of Kyiv
The Mocco restaurant has been operating since 2003 and for over 20 years remains a favorite place for those who appreciate quality cuisine and a cozy atmosphere. The venue is located in the Passage on Khreshchatyk – a cult location that combines style, comfort, and gastronomic delight.
At Mocco, breakfast is not limited by time – you can enjoy your favorite morning dishes at any hour. The menu includes:
- A variety of bowls – healthy, balanced, and vibrant.
- Poached egg – a classic for true gourmets.
- French omelette – delicate, airy, and sophisticated.
- Syrniki – without sugar and gluten.
And if you have special preferences, the Mocco team will be happy to prepare breakfast tailored to your wishes.
The restaurant also offers a 20% discount on delivery and takeaway for the entire menu. So, you can enjoy your favorite dishes anywhere.
- What to have for breakfast: French omelette with ham and cheese – 320 UAH, Bowl with tuna, quinoa, edamame beans, and avocado – 527 UAH, Poached egg with avocado and quinoa, lightly salted salmon, and asparagus – 587 UAH, Syrniki without sugar and gluten – 398 UAH.
- Address: 15/4 Khreshchatyk St.
DOM №10
At the restaurant DOM №10, a new story of Podil is being created, drawing inspiration from its heritage. Every morning, they buy fragrant herbs and seasonal vegetables at the Zhytniy Market, just as the residents of this building once did. They carefully think through the menu, discuss, argue, and work on every detail to surprise the visitors who will come here today. They travel a lot, but what they love most is hosting guests, who, like them, are drawn to the warm, magical light of the old house in Podil.
- What to have for breakfast: Potato hashbrown with lightly salted salmon and poached egg — 335 UAH, Shakshuka with meatballs made from veal and lamb, fresh cilantro, goat cheese, and homemade Shoti Puri bread — 420 UAH, Delicate chicken liver pâté mousse with berry jam and fresh bread — 250 UAH, Truffle quesadilla with a mix of farm cheeses (sheep's, goat's, ricotta) and truffle oil — 240 UAH
- Address: Spaska St., 10.
"Maria"
Recently, the "Maria" café opened on Pavlivska Street. Here they serve breakfasts, main dishes, and desserts from Leilia Bakery.
The establishment was named after the girl of one of the café's founders. It all started with breakfasts that one of the co-founders, Sasha, cooked for his girlfriend Maria, they say at the café.
Morning options at the establishment are served from 8:00 to 15:00. Among them is the signature dish—Maria's Breakfast. It consists of an egg, tongue, dried beetroot, avocado mousse, salad mix, pickled cucumbers, and bread.
- Recommended dishes: Potato pancakes for breakfast — 295 UAH, Beefsteak with egg — 355 UAH, French omelette with zucchini — 255 UAH, Crêpes Suzette — 325 UAH, Baked crêpes with julienne — 315 UAH, Baked syrniki with “dulce de leche” — 325 UAH
- Address: 26/41 Pavlivska Street
"Community"
This establishment recently opened in the "Liko Grad" residential complex. It was opened by the couple Dima and Marina Ospishchevs, who have already launched two "Community Coffee" cafes in the Holosiivskyi district.
The menu of the new establishment is curated by the winner of "Master Chef. Professionals - 4" Artem Kabulakhin.
Breakfast is served here from 9:00 to 14:00. The establishment also offers morning options that are available throughout the day.
- Recommended dishes: Healthy breakfast with salmon — 385 UAH, Full breakfast with ham — 275 UAH, Potato pancakes with pastrami and wild garlic sauce — 305 UAH, Danish breakfast — 195 UAH, Toast with trout — 310 UAH, Miss Shakshuka — 255 UAH
- Address: 32A Maksymovycha Street
Citronelle
The story of the restaurant began with a big dream: to create a place where time will stop, and you can devote it to yourself, a place you’ll want to bring your children, who will someday bring their own, a place that carries the culture of hospitality and inspires beauty and taste in the historical heart of Kyiv.
Since then, Citronelle has been a place where gastronomy, traditions, and the atmosphere of unity find their people.
- What to have for breakfast: PASTORALE (Omelette or fried eggs made from two eggs, crispy bacon, farmer’s sausages from pork and turkey, served with ratatouille, stewed spinach, mushrooms, and tartar sauce) — 850 UAH, PARISIEN (Crispy baguette or aromatic croissant, freshly baked, with delicate butter, homemade jams, and fresh orange juice) — 550 UAH, COTE D'AZUR (A slice of cold-smoked salmon from head to tail, warm Alsace-style potato salad, guacamole and crème fraîche) — 800 UAH, Breton buckwheat crepe with salmon, fresh sorrel, and spiced lemon sour cream — 720 UAH
- Address: Bohdana Khmelnytskoho St, 23
"House of Great Wonder"
This "wonderful" establishment on Velyka Vasylkivska Street offers several types of wow-breakfasts. They are served on weekdays from 10:00 to 13:00, and on weekends until 13:45.
Guests are treated to a set of spreads and a glass of prosecco with their breakfasts.
- Recommended dishes: Magical omelette — 365 UAH, Johnsonuk breakfast 3.0 (with fried eggs, sausage, bacon in homemade barbecue, roasted tomatoes, mushrooms, and amazing fried potatoes) — 365 UAH, Truffle scrambled toast — 365 UAH, First lady's breakfast (with lightly salted salmon, two poached eggs, roasted sweet potato, melting Gouda, broccoli, corn, and salad) — 365 UAH, Viennese syrniki — 365 UAH, Benedict with salmon — 365 UAH, Benedict with turkey — 365 UAH, Croque-milady 2.0 — 365 UAH
- Address: 47 Velyka Vasylkivska Street
Café «Budynok Velykoho Dyva» (The House of Great Wonder)
47 Velyka Vasylkivska St
Zigzag Cafe
Zigzag Cafe is located on Zoloti and offers a variety of morning specials. Among them are traditional croissants with various fillings, Eggs Benedict with potato pancakes, bacon, and mushrooms, waffles with braised vegetables, mushrooms, melted mozzarella, cream feta, cilantro, and Parmesan, and more.
- What to have for breakfast: Big breakfast with scrambled eggs, romaine, edamame beans, feta mousse with cherry confit, and fried potatoes with herbs and salmon — 380 UAH, Eggs Benedict on brioche bun with feta mousse and cilantro, cucumber and avocado slices with ham — 335 UAH, Syrniki with Catalan cream with orange zest and cinnamon, Greek yogurt, plum braised in red wine, and almond crumble — 295 UAH, Red shakshuka with two eggs, tomato sauce with chipotle pepper, eggplant, celery, pepper jam, yogurt, and fresh cilantro — 345 UAH
- Address: Reitarska St., 13
FRANKLY
This café near the Golden Gates delights visitors not only with its eclectic interior but also with its signature gourmet hot dogs, freshly baked pastries, specialty coffee, as well as natural wines and cocktails.
FRANKLY offers breakfast throughout the day. Among the dishes are kimchi and pulled pork omelet, Eggs Benedict with salmon, potato pancakes, several types of croissants, avocado toast with salmon, caramelized tomatoes, and pistachio labneh, and super cheesy omelet.
- Recommended dishes: Super cheesy omelet — 250 UAH, avocado toast with salmon, caramelized tomatoes, and pistachio labneh — 410 UAH, croissant with whipped butter and seasonal jam — 145 UAH, roast beef toast — 315 UAH
- Address: 9 Ivan Franko Street
"Pies and Friends"
The gastronomic cafe "Pies and Friends" offers its own bakery products and breakfasts from 09:00 to 14:00.
Among the morning offerings are omelets, cottage cheese pancakes, English breakfast, croissants, shakshuka, sandwiches, and avocado toasts.
- Recommended dishes: Avocado toast — 225 UAH, Omelette with cheese and tender chicken fillet — 185 UAH, English breakfast — 245 UAH, Shakshuka — 225 UAH, Syrniki with cherry — 165 UAH
- Address: 17 Pavlivska Street
Pirogi ta druzi Gastronomic cafe
17 Pavlivska street
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