Restaurant KALINA Country
Novogorsk, Khimki
Restaurant in Khimki, Russia
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Restaurant KALINA Country is a practical Khimki choice for a relaxed special-occasion meal near Novogorsk, especially when easy scheduling and a country-style setting matter more than a documented chef, cuisine, or awards profile. It is less convincing for diners choosing purely on food credentials, so compare it with clearer Russian or European options before committing.
About Restaurant KALINA Country
Restaurant KALINA Country is a restaurant in Khimki. It is open daily from 12 PM to 12 AM, and the dress code is smart casual.
A practical Khimki option with limited detail
The case for Restaurant KALINA Country is direct: its daily 12 PM–12 AM schedule gives diners a broad window for planning, and the smart-casual dress code offers a useful cue on what to wear. The tradeoff is that the food proposition is not documented enough to recommend it for a specific cuisine, chef, menu format, or price point.
That matters when comparing it with other dining choices. If your decision depends on a defined cooking style, a particular service format, or a known price range, check current information directly before committing. If you are comparing options, consider Restaurant KALINA Country alongside other dining rooms and listed names such as Varvary, Tsarskaya Okhota, Царская Охота - Tsarskaya Okhota, Кулинария Вилка, and "Fusion" Restaurant.
Know Before You Go
- Location: Khimki.
- Hours: Open daily from 12 PM to 12 AM.
- Dress code: Smart casual.
For visitors building a wider Khimki plan, Restaurant KALINA Country can be considered as one restaurant option among other local dining choices, with the basics limited to location, hours, and dress code.
Planning details
- Location
- микрорайон Новогорск, Олимпийская деревня, Zarechnaya Ulitsa, 11 / 77, Moscow Oblast, Russia, 141435
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- kalinacountry.ru
- Phone
- +79672237667
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Restaurant KALINA Country presents a deliberate country character on Moscow’s northern edge. It leans into an ingredient-first, seasonal approach drawn from Russian folk traditions, the viburnum berry is a recurring motif, and its setting reflects the unhurried, suburban pace rather than urban cosmopolitanism. The kitchen’s focus on foraged mushrooms, river fish and preserved produce gives the dining room a classic, rooted feel that reads as rustic and quietly charming. Overall the venue feels relaxed and warm: a place to slow down and appreciate provenance-driven, regional Russian cooking.
Best For
KALINA Country is best for diners looking for a suburban escape from central Moscow: locals and residents who want a relaxed, ingredient-led meal rather than a city-centre night out. It suits families and casual groups drawn to country-style, seasonal menus, and it appeals to guests who appreciate traditional regional techniques and preserved flavors. Meat-forward mains such as the grilled lamb rack and chicken thigh shashlik anchor the experience, making the restaurant especially appropriate for evening meals that emphasize hearty, provenance-driven cooking.
Ordering Tips
When ordering, follow the calendar: the kitchen foregrounds seasonality, so ask what’s in season: expect foraged mushrooms in autumn, river fish in colder months, and preserved vegetables carried from summer into winter. Prioritize the restaurant’s grilled mains, the Каре ягнёнка на гриле (lamb rack) and Шашлык из куриного бедра (chicken thigh shashlik), which reflect its country-grill focus. The viburnum berry is a recurring element in sauces and preserves, so inquire about dishes or drinks that feature it. Because the menu shifts with the harvest, asking staff for recommendations often reveals the freshest preparations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Lovely atmosphere in a scenic green setting outside Moscow city center.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Каре ягнёнка на гриле
- Шашлык из куриного бедра
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- микрорайон Новогорск, Олимпийская деревня, Zarechnaya Ulitsa, 11 / 77, Moscow Oblast, Russia, 141435
Planning details
Location
микрорайон Новогорск, Олимпийская деревня, Zarechnaya Ulitsa, 11 / 77, Moscow Oblast, Russia, 141435 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- "Fusion" Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Кулинария Вилка, Notable alternative
- Varvary, Russian Cuisine, Russian Cuisine
- Tsarskaya Okhota, Notable alternative
- Царская Охота - Tsarskaya Okhota, Russian European, Russian European
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Restaurant KALINA Country is the easier special-occasion pick if the priority is a Khimki-area meal with a quieter, out-of-center feel. Varvary is the cleaner choice for diners who specifically want Russian cuisine, because its category is clearer. Tsarskaya Okhota and Царская Охота - Tsarskaya Okhota are better cross-shops when the brief is Russian European rather than a general celebration meal.
For value and booking ease, the safest move is to match the venue to the occasion instead of chasing prestige signals. Pick Restaurant KALINA Country for a convenient Novogorsk-area lunch or dinner where ambiance carries weight. Pick "Fusion" Restaurant if the group wants a broader, less tradition-specific dining direction, and consider Кулинария Вилка for a simpler, lower-ceremony meal.
If Restaurant KALINA Country is not available or feels too undefined for the occasion, cross-shop first with Varvary for Russian cuisine and Tsarskaya Okhota for Russian European cooking. For a wider Russia restaurant comparison beyond Khimki, useful reference points include "Fusion" Restaurant in Krasnogorsk, Acapella Restaurant in Moscow, 1913 in Saint Petersburg, Birch in St. Petersburg, Bourgeois Bohemians in Sankt-Peterburg, Brichmula in Saint Petersburg City, Adzhikinezhal' in Novosibirsk, Alanskaya Kukhnya in Krasnodar, BEEFSTROGANOFF GRILL in Yekaterinburg, Cafe Berloga in Veliky Novgorod, Jōdo Saké Bar in Los Angeles, and Onigiri Time in Pasadena.
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Compare Restaurant KALINA Country
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant KALINA Country | Khimki | , | No published awards |
| "Fusion" Restaurant | Krasnogorsk | , | No published awards |
| Кулинария Вилка | Dolgoprudny | , | No published awards |
| Varvary | Moscow | Russian Cuisine | 2011 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #48 |
| Tsarskaya Okhota | Barvikha | , | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| Царская Охота - Tsarskaya Okhota | Zhukovka | Russian European | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Restaurant KALINA Country good for a special occasion?
Restaurant KALINA Country is in Khimki, opens daily from 12 PM to 12 AM, and has a smart-casual dress code, which may be useful when planning a visit.
What should a first-timer know about Restaurant KALINA Country?
Plan for a restaurant in Khimki that is open every day from 12 PM to 12 AM. The dress code is smart casual.
What are alternatives to compare with Restaurant KALINA Country?
Other names to compare include Varvary, Кулинария Вилка, Tsarskaya Okhota, Царская Охота - Tsarskaya Okhota, and "Fusion" Restaurant, as well as other dining in Khimki.
What should I wear to Restaurant KALINA Country?
The dress code is smart casual. Neat, polished everyday clothing is the safest interpretation.
Is Restaurant KALINA Country good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability is not specifically documented. The practical details are that the restaurant is in Khimki, is open daily from 12 PM to 12 AM, and has a smart-casual dress code.