"Uncle Sam's Cafe" (Moscow): menu, reviews

"Uncle Sam's Cafe" on Paveletskaya is an original institution belonging to a large American restaurant chain. It features an original interior, a varied menu and a small average check. In addition, in the cafe you can order a hookah or play billiards. We will tell more in detail about the institution in this article, and also consider the reviews of its visitors.

Café location and working hours

Establishments of this network are very popular among students and youth around the world. In Russia, so far only one cafe is open, which is located in Moscow on Zatsepinsky Val Street, house 15. It can not be difficult to find, since the facility is located across the street from Paveletskaya Square.

The proximity to the railway station of the same name also attracts visitors and tourists. Getting to " Uncle Sam's Cafe " is easy. The easiest way to get here by metro. You need to get off at Paveletskaya station and walk about 250 meters on foot. Near the cafe is also the public transport stop "House of Music", which stops many bus routes (№632, 106, 158). There is also a car park for guests, which is free of charge.

"Uncle Sam's Cafe" is open every day to visitors. Regardless of the day of the week, it works from noon until 06:00. At 05:30 the kitchen closes.

During the days of special events, opening hours may vary, so it is better to check in advance before visiting. The billiard club works on the same schedule as the cafe.

More about the establishment

The institution stands out with its bright interior. Founders of cafes were inspired by the old America of the 1950s. The main highlight is the design - a large number of unique decor elements that are symbols of the United States. Here you will see the Statue of Liberty, and American flags, and a rare car, and Indian symbolism. In the cafe there are several cozy halls, each of which is equipped with a large plasma TV. A separate room is allocated for a billiard club. In the largest hall is the bar. The cozy atmosphere of the establishment is maintained with the help of subdued light and bright neon signs.

The restaurant positions itself as a budget institution. And the truth is, the average check here is only 1000 rubles, taking into account alcoholic beverages. It's pretty cheap for the capital. In all halls of the cafe free Internet is connected. If desired, the hall can be rented for a banquet or a corporate party. Part of the dishes, including hot coffee, can be ordered with you to take away. You can pay for the services of the cafe with the help of Visa and MasterCard bank cards or in cash.

Uncle Sam's Cafe: Menu

According to the concept of the institution, the menu here consists of popular dishes of American and Mexican cuisine. Particular emphasis is placed on a variety of meat dishes, cooked on the grill, and light snacks. Do not come to the cafe for exquisite culinary masterpieces. The main assortment of the menu is simple dishes that can be cooked for a short period of time. Every day on weekdays from noon to 4 pm visitors can take advantage of a special offer and order a business lunch. It includes soup, a salad, a hot meat dish and a drink. Large portions - one of the main components of the concept of "Uncle Sam's Cafe". Free burgers and salad are served to any burger.

Let's list some dishes from the restaurant's permanent menu:

• Assorted "On the company", which includes beef jerky, chicken breast, pork, beef sausage with muscat, spicy cheese, hot sauce and adzhika;
• Caesar salad with grilled chicken;
• Borsch "Moskovsky" with meatballs, served with sour cream and hot rolls;
• Texan soup with lamb;
• American burger with marbled beef and cheese sauce;
• Mexico burger with beef, avocado, black beans and spicy sauce;
• Burger "Al Capone" with parmesan and arugula;
• Grilled steak from salmon, served with vegetables and lemon juice;
• Tortilla with smoked salmon, shrimps and green salad;
• Hot apple pie with peanut ice cream.

"Uncle Sam's Cafe" (Moscow): bar map

The restaurant's bar map mostly consists of soft drinks. Alcohol here is represented only by beer. Guests can order a bottle of non-alcoholic beer or a drink from Russia, the Czech Republic and Germany. Also in the cafe non-alcoholic cocktails are served. From drinks you can choose strawberry or apple cider, concentrated and freshly squeezed juices, mineral and carbonated water, lemonades, coffee or tea (jasmine, berry, milk oolong or Puer).

Activities in a cafe

Cafe rarely organizes special events. Usually, this is usually a sports broadcast of various soccer or hockey championships. From time to time, the restaurant organizes theme nights, for example, dedicated to table games. All guests can play for free with them in the company of friends or strangers. The billiard club regularly arranges competitions in which anyone can take part. On request, the cafe takes care of the organization of banquets, including visiting ones.

Positive reviews

"Uncle Sam's Cafe" on Paveletskaya has a contradictory reputation. He is very popular, and his guests actively leave feedback about his visit here. He has his target audience (young people and students), who regularly visits the institution. However, the restaurant receives a lot of negative reviews, which are often associated with quality of service. But first let's list the main advantages of the institution, which its visitors noted:

• Responsive and friendly waitresses who are familiar with the menu. They can always recommend something or tell in detail about the composition of each dish.
• Large portions at a low price. Guests say that fast food is much more delicious than other establishments in Moscow.
• Original American style and good background music, which does not interfere with rest.
• Many billiard tables, so there is enough space for everyone who wants to play.

Negative feedback

Let's return to the negative reviews. " Uncle Sam's Cafe " is an institution with an original concept that everyone likes. According to the guests, they were spoiled by the following shortcomings:

• A small selection of alcoholic beverages. Visitors believe that the menu should add more types of beer.
• Sluggish staff. The menu can be carried to the guest for half an hour. Waiters do not write down orders, but remember them, but not always accurately.
• A terrible quality of beer, after which the head is terribly ill. It seems that it is diluted with water to save.
• Old billiard tables with shabby cloth. Employees issue cue curves, so play them uncomfortable.

A peculiar atmosphere and small prices is different "Uncle Sam's Cafe". Business lunch, a large choice of fast food, sports events make it attractive for young people. It can be advised for friendly gatherings. Here you can cheaply celebrate the holiday, if you are limited in means.