“ So delicious. So authentic. Great underground place so affordable. A must try in nyc. (Much better than veselka) and you can tell it's made with time and care. I come here as much as I can and you should too!!! ”

“ Streecha is an excellent choice for no-frills Ukrainian staples. Go downstairs to the basement and through the door, you're in the right spot! My favorites are the pierogis and latkes. The latkes are exactly as they should be- fresh, hot, and crispy from the grated potato. (NOT mashed potato, thank goodness) They recently started accepting credit cards so no need to worry about having enough cash. ”

“ First time trying Ukrainian food. Charming underground place. Almost felt like I was in a different country. All the plates, cups, utensils etc are disposable paper and plastic so don't expect like a typical sit down dining setting. I tried a bit of a lot of things and my favorites were the stuffed cabbage and the pink/red drink in the cup. Other than those, it wasn't my favorite set of dishes, everything was texturally kind of mushy and I wasn't used to the flavor profile of the cuisine but I really enjoyed the experience overall. ”

“ Streecha offers great comfort food for all of us who are either familiar or unfamiliar with Ukrainian cuisine. I dragged my partner to the basement kitchen that is Streecha and he was unprepared to face three nuns in the hallway leading to the kitchen with his tattoos uncovered. The fear in his voice when he asked if we were in the right place was already a great sign. Tucked in a room to the left were several long tables and a lady in the front taking orders. We wanted to try a little bit of everything so we settled for half a dozen of meat verenyky, a half dozen of potato and cheese verenyky, borscht, and stuffed cabbage. Our favorites of the bunch were the stuffed cabbage and the half dozen potato and cheese verenyky. We only wished everything was hotter because it seemed only the potato verenyky was hot. But as a self-service kitchen that relies on the help of volunteers, it wasn't surprising. So if you're looking for Ukrainian food without spending a fortune at Veselka, Streecha is a great alternative. I also think they do affordable lunch specials so that's something else I need to try. ”

“ Home cooked local spot with good portions and even better prices. Here's what you need to know: 1. They've expanded the menu (see photo) 2. Now taking card! 3. Don't miss out on the pierogi and pastries. The borscht is also a hit. 4. Quick service 5. Still has the local vibe ”

“ I liked the casual vibe of the place (it's always these simple tucked away restaurants that have the best food). I only got the pierogis, and 6 for $6 is such a great deal! However, the outside was a little gummy at first, and they were just sitting in a puddle of oil. I still really enjoyed it, especially with the caramelized onions on top! I can see why they're such a neighborhood staple, and I can't wait to come back to try more of the menu :) ”

“ CASH ONLY This place is so homey: it's giving grandma cooking a meal for a community center. Situated in a discrete underground room across the street from Velseka, this place the definition of a hidden gem. It's bare bones, no frills, cash only charm is perfect for a cozy quick meal alone or for a divey gathering with friends and family. The menu remains the same; it's very basic cafeteria style food but it's all tasty. The borscht is a thin soup and the pierogi are a great snack. I could eat the stuffed cabbage endlessly and the sausage was good too. Ok so this is how it works though. You go down the stairs down the hallway and enter the restaurant/room with a bunch of long tables and plastic silverware in baskets. Go to the counter and place an order there or to go. Keep in mind, it's cash only. Then wait - it comes out pretty quick! ”

“ In the basement of this unassuming building is where you'll find no-fuss comfort food being served, such as pierogies, beet soup, and stuffed cabbage. Down their steps and through their doors is a hidden cafeteria where apparently, you can find some of the best Ukrainian food, at a traditional spot that's different than anything else you can find in NYC. The kitchen is mostly run by volunteers. What we ordered: $4 borsch soup - sour red beet soup $6 varenyky/pierogi + $1 sour cream and onion topping - European-style dumplings filled with potatoes. $6 for 6 or $12 for 12. $5 holubtsi/stuffed cabbage - made out of pork, rice, onions, and carrots It's a small menu at Streecha, but everything that comes out of the kitchen is simple, comforting, and delicious. Open 3 days a week: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 9am-5pm. ”

“ This is my new favorite lunch place! I ordered their $10 lunch special which was a pan fried whitefish over some friend potatoes and a some salad. The food is hearty but delicious. And of course, very easy on your wallet. Expect homestyle Ukrainian meals, just as if you're going to a Church lunch. ”

“ Got the borscht, cabbage rolls, and pierogis at Streecha! There's a lot of seating, which is great for large groups. There are also lots of cool pictures and features on Streecha that decorate the walls. The service was friendly and fast. I've tried to come to Streecha a few times but they have fairly limited hours (Friday through Sunday from 9-5 pm). They are cash only and have a fairly limited menu, but every item I've tried has been delicious! The pierogis are very flavorful and I do recommend the toppings with sweet onion and sour cream. The borscht is not very thick and didn't have a lot of beets, but the dill was a lovely addition. The cabbage roll was amazing and the meat was very succulent and cooked perfectly in the tomato sauce. I would definitely come again! ”