Veselka – Ukrainian
This iconic East Village sanctuary hums with a timeless energy, drawing guests into a warm embrace filled with the savory scent of pan-seared pierogi and simmering, ruby-hued borscht. The kitchen transforms humble ingredients into soulful masterpieces, from tender chicken shashlyk meatballs to vibrant peach salads that celebrate the seasons alongside bowls of earthy mushroom barley soup. Whether tucking into a plate of classic handmade dumplings or a sweet fruit-filled bowl, every bite offers a taste of enduring Ukrainian heritage served with a generous side of neighborhood heart.
144, 2nd Avenue, New York, NY, 10003 +12122289682 https://www.veselka.com/location/veselka/0Cuisine: Ukrainian
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 Veselka
Dairy-Free at Veselka
Veselka in New York has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Burachky, Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Veselka
Veselka in New York has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Burachky. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Veselka
Veselka in New York has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Burachky, Peach Salad and Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Veselka
Veselka in New York has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Shashlyk Meatballs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Veselka
Veselka in New York has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Veselka Pilsner. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Veselka
Veselka in New York has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Veselka Pilsner. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Veselka
Veselka in New York has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Burachky and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Veselka
Veselka in New York has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Burachky, Veselka Pilsner and Watermelon Iced Tea. 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 Veselka
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Peach Salad | 25 g | 45.7 g |
| Classic Pierogi (4 pieces) | 90.5 g | 45.3 g |
| Classic Pierogi (8 pieces) | 90.5 g | 45.3 g |
| Chicken Paprikash | 31.1 g | 35.2 g |
| Veselka’s Reuben | 55.1 g | 34.9 g |
| Stand With Ukraine Bowl | 34 g | 34.6 g |
| Veselka Burger | 24.5 g | 33.1 g |
| Pyana Vyshnia | 138.4 g | 27.6 g |
| Chicken Shashlyk Meatballs | 6.7 g | 24.6 g |
| Veselka Pilsner | 0.2 g | 16 g |
| Mushroom Barley Soup | 42.7 g | 14.7 g |
| Chicken Schnitzel | 11.1 g | 12.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Featured Specials
- Stand With Ukraine Bowl - $23: Two potato, two braised beef, and two sauerkraut mushroom pierogi topped with caramelized onion, grilled kielbasa, and slab bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peach Salad - $17: Fire-roasted yellow peaches, arugula, cherry tomatoes, pickled red onions, toasted walnuts, blue cheese, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fruit Pierogi Bowl - $17: Six blueberry and cherry & cheese pierogi, boiled or fried Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shashlyk Meatballs - $22: Char-grilled meatballs, creamy cucumber salad with green onions & dill, beet & horseradish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Homemade Pierogi
- Classic Pierogi (4 pieces) - $11: Choice of Potato, Cheese, Braised Beef, Arugula & Goat Cheese, Sauerkraut & Mushroom, Bacon Egg & Cheese, or Short Rib Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Pierogi (8 pieces) - $20: Choice of Potato, Cheese, Braised Beef, Arugula & Goat Cheese, Sauerkraut & Mushroom, Bacon Egg & Cheese, or Short Rib Available at: dinner, lunch
Homemade Soups
- Ukrainian Borscht (Cup) - $7: Traditional beet soup Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ukrainian Borscht (Bowl) - $13: Traditional beet soup Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Noodle Soup - $7: Chicken, noodles, broth Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Barley Soup - $7: Mushrooms, barley Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Veselka Classics
- Beef Stroganoff - $27: Sliced beef, mushroom sour cream sauce, egg noodles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage - $20: Rice, sauerkraut, mushroom, mushroom gravy or tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Stuffed Cabbage - $22: Ground pork, rice, mushroom gravy or tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Ukrainian Grill - $27: Kabanos, krayana & garlic kielbasa, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Paprikash - $25: Chicken, red bell peppers, paprika cream sauce, egg noodles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Schnitzel - $24: Panko crusted chicken breast, mashed potatoes, beets and horseradish Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Veselka’s Reuben - $19: Krakovska ham, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, Ukrainian dressing, dijon mustard, pickles, rye bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veselka Burger - $18: Black Angus beef, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, Ukrainian dressing, sesame seed bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kasha - $5: Buckwheat Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Burachky - $5: Beets & Horseradish 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
- Medovyk - $13: Ukrainian layered honey cake with sour cream and walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pyana Vyshnia - $12: Flourless chocolate cake, rum soaked cherries, whipped chocolate sour cream, toasted walnuts, dark chocolate glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Cheese Blintzes (Plate of Two) - $17: Ukrainian-style crepes filled with sweetened farmer's cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Watermelon Iced Tea - $7: Non-alcoholic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Summer Spritz - $16: St. Germain, Prosecco, pomegranate & white cranberry juice, soda water, mint
- Veselka Pilsner - $10: Threes Brewing, NY Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Latte - $6
Frequently Asked Questions about Veselka
- Is Veselka dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Veselka has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Burachky, Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage and French Fries.
- What can I eat at Veselka on a dairy-free diet?
- Burachky, Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage and French Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Veselka have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Burachky and Veselka Pilsner.
- Is Veselka gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 Veselka?
- Peach Salad, at roughly 45.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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