Café St. Petersburg – Russian (Wait, "Russian
Step into a world of old-world elegance where the delicate pop of premium black caviar meets the comforting warmth of golden, hand-folded blini. The air is filled with the savory aroma of fresh-baked pirozhoks and rich meat pies, inviting guests to linger over traditional platters of herring and silken chicken liver pate in a space that celebrates the timeless artistry of Eastern European hospitality.
57, Union Street, Newton Centre, MA, 02459 +1-617-467-3555;+1-617-467-3133 https://www.cafestpetersburg.com/0Cuisine: Russian (Wait, "Russian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Café St. Petersburg
Dairy-Free at Café St. Petersburg
Café St. Petersburg in Newton Centre has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak, Pickled Zakuska and Herring Under a Fur Coat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Café St. Petersburg
Café St. Petersburg in Newton Centre has 12 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak, Pickled Zakuska and Herring Under a Fur Coat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Café St. Petersburg
Café St. Petersburg in Newton Centre has 24 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mushroom Cream Soup, Plain Crepes | Blini (2) and Pickled Zakuska. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Café St. Petersburg
Café St. Petersburg in Newton Centre has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak, Garlic Roasted Potatoes with Mushrooms and Meat Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Café St. Petersburg
Café St. Petersburg in Newton Centre has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak and Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Café St. Petersburg
Café St. Petersburg in Newton Centre has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak, Rack of Lamb and Chicken Tabaka. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Café St. Petersburg
Café St. Petersburg in Newton Centre has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak and Spinach. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Café St. Petersburg
Café St. Petersburg in Newton Centre has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Zakuska, Handmade Cabbage Pirozhok and Garlic Roasted Potatoes with Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Café St. Petersburg
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Borscht | 46.2 g | 66.4 g |
| Chicken Liver Pate | 35.8 g | 48.6 g |
| Solyanka | 57.2 g | 42.9 g |
| Ribeye Steak | 1.5 g | 29.4 g |
| Meat Platter | 17.9 g | 23.7 g |
| Creamy Barley Risotto with Mushrooms | 48 g | 22.8 g |
| Burrata with Truffle | 60.6 g | 20.5 g |
| Garlic Roasted Potatoes with Mushrooms | 11 g | 19.5 g |
| Mushroom Cream Soup | 75.2 g | 18.1 g |
| Chicken Fingers/FF | 56.7 g | 18.1 g |
| Chicken Tabaka | 16.1 g | 11.5 g |
| Honey Cake (Medovik) | 95.5 g | 10.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Blini with Caviar
- Alaska Finest Red Caviar 28g - $29.95: Premium Alaskan salmon roe Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roe Acipenser Black Caviar 28g/1oz - $79.95: Premium Acipenser sturgeon black caviar Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roe Acipenser Black Caviar 56g/2oz - $149.95: Premium Acipenser sturgeon black caviar Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plain Crepes | Blini (2) - $4.95: Handmade paper-thin crepes, wheat, dairy, eggs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Handmade Cabbage Pirozhok - $4.95: Yeast dough, slow-braised cabbage, caramelized onions, garden herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Liver Pate - $16.95: Chicken liver, honey, sea salt, crispy crostini Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Handmade Egg & Scallion Pirozhok - $4.95: Yeast dough, hard-boiled eggs, green onions, butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herring & Potato Platter - $16.95: Salted herring fillet, fried crispy potatoes, dill, butter, pickled red onions, sunflower oil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Pie | Beef Pirozhok - $4.95: Yeast dough, ground beef, sautéed onions, spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Platter - $22.95: House-roasted meats, cured selections, spicy mustard, horseradish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Zakuska - $14.95: Cucumbers, cabbage, cherry tomatoes, garlic, herbs, spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Layered Crêpes with House-Cured Salmon - $18.95: Crêpes, cream cheese, house-cured salmon, capers, mashed avocado, dill Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
Salads
- Burrata with Truffle - $18.95: Burrata, marinated tomatoes, basil sauce, truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $15.95: Romaine lettuce, parmesan, creamy caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herring Under a Fur Coat - $17.95: Beets, potatoes, carrots, eggs, herring, mayonnaise Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Olivier Salad (Classic) - $17.95: Potatoes, peas, carrots, pickles, mayonnaise, roasted chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Classic Borscht - $16.95: Beets, beef, shredded cabbage, root vegetables, sour cream, rye bread, salo, scallions Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Cream Soup - $15.95: Roasted mushrooms, heavy cream, butter, truffle oil, herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Solyanka - $16.95: Tomato base, house-cured and roasted meats, pickles, olives, lemon, sour cream, bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Baked Salmon - $32.95: Salmon filet, lemon, herbs, vegetables, bread, olives Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Stroganoff - $29.95: Sautéed beef, onions, mushrooms, cream sauce, mashed potatoes, pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carp Cutlets - $28.95: Pan-seared carp Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kiev - $29.95: Chicken breast, herb butter, breading, mashed potatoes Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tabaka - $32.95: Pan-pressed young chicken, garlic, spices Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Handmade Pelmeni - $22.95: Veal and pork meat dumplings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Handmade Vareniki - $22.95: Potato dumplings, mushroom sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pozharsky Cutlets - $28.95: Hand-chopped chicken, breadcrumbs, mashed potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rack of Lamb - $39.95: French-trimmed rack of lamb Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ribeye Steak - $52.95: Prime ribeye Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner
Sides
- Mashed Potatoes - $9.95: Potatoes, dairy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Barley Risotto with Mushrooms - $9.95: Pearl barley, mushrooms, butter sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan - $9.95: Brussels sprouts, parmesan Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Roasted Potatoes with Mushrooms - $9.95: Potatoes, garlic, mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Sour Cherry Vareniki - $13.95: Tart cherries, sour cream, mixed-berry jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Honey Cake (Medovik) - $12.95: Wildflower honey biscuits, sour cream, dulce de leche frosting Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Napoleon Cake - $12.95: Puff pastry, vanilla bean pastry cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Panna Cotta - $11.95: Cream, vanilla, berry coulis, mint Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sirniky (Farmer's Cheese Pancakes) - $14.95: Farmer's cheese, sour cream, berry jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Kids
- Chicken Fingers/FF - $12.95: Chicken fingers, french fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Café St. Petersburg
- Is Café St. Petersburg dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Café St. Petersburg has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ribeye Steak, Pickled Zakuska and Herring Under a Fur Coat.
- What can I eat at Café St. Petersburg on a dairy-free diet?
- Ribeye Steak, Pickled Zakuska and Herring Under a Fur Coat carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Café St. Petersburg have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pickled Zakuska and Handmade Cabbage Pirozhok.
- Is Café St. Petersburg gluten-free?
- 12 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Café St. Petersburg?
- Classic Borscht, at roughly 66.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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