This restaurant was recommended to us by a friend but even though we were not disappointed, I would not rank this as an unqualified success. First we had two dirty Gin Martinis and then we both has the Borscht soup which is not shown on the menu - just ask for it. This was very good and we would rate with the better ones we have had. I also took six oysters as my appetizer which I really enjoyed - sweet and succulent!. My wife had the Scottish Salmon which was excellent. I had some sort of fish but cannot remember which one. That, together with a bottle of wine made for a nice dinner - but not an exceptional one, given the price range. The ambiance was fine but clearly, despite its name, this is not a true Russian restaurant. Would we go back? I guess not - for the cost I can think of better restaurants.