The center of Lviv tempts visitors with atmospheric restaurants and tourist prices, but eating well here without hurting your wallet is absolutely possible.
We’ve put together a selection of spots in the central part of the city where you can grab a quick bite, enjoy a relaxed lunch, or meet up with friends — without pretension, with generous portions and clear pricing.
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The list includes bistros with home-style cooking, pubs with generous portions, self-service formats, and chains long known and loved by Lviv locals.
Bistro “Mistechko”
“Mistechko” is one of those formats that truly comes to the rescue when you want to eat well, quickly, and without an unpleasant surprise on the bill. It’s a chain of bistros with home-style cuisine, where the menu changes daily and features more than 70 dishes — from soups and salads to meat dishes cooked on a charcoal grill.
A special point of pride here is the pizza: more than 14 topping options and two sizes, making it easy to choose both a quick snack and a “for sharing” option. For those who stop by on weekdays during the day, there’s a business lunch.
“Mistechko” is comfortable for both meat lovers and vegetarians: the menu includes plenty of vegetable and herb-based dishes, as well as chebureks, pasta, burgers, and desserts. Drinks include coffee, lemonades, cocktails, and wine at democratic prices. The spacious halls — and at one location, a cozy fireplace room — make it a popular place for both a quick lunch and a leisurely meet-up with friends.
Addresses: 12 M. Mentsynskoho St.; 2 K. Levytskoho St.; 1 Vitovskoho St.
Menu prices: broth — 46 UAH, steamed chicken cutlet — 60 UAH, vinaigrette — 49 UAH, turkey schnitzel — 79 UAH
Rating on Google Maps —⭐3,2
“Dobryi Druh”
“Dobryi Druh” is the kind of Lviv pub where it’s immediately clear: this place isn’t about pretension or tiny portions. It’s about simplicity, generosity, and comfort. Signature cuisine without unnecessary complications, large portions, and the feeling that you’ve dropped by friends rather than a restaurant.
The menu features hearty signature dishes, aromatic ribs, juicy burgers, beer snacks, and shareable plates for groups. The presentation is simple and straightforward.
The bar menu is a story of its own. “Dobryi Druh” specializes in beer and cider: there are 27 taps of craft and live beer, regularly updated and surprising even regular guests. In addition, there are 12 types of infused spirits, 8 types of house wine, cocktails, sparkling wine, and strong alcohol.
The chain’s venues offer several rooms for different moods: you can sit in a secluded corner, choose a main hall or a summer terrace, or opt for a ground-floor space if you don’t like basements. The interior is enhanced with small details — a beer clock, brewing diagrams, collectible cans — creating a lively, non-sterile atmosphere.
Addresses: 38 Market Square, 19 Lesi Ukrainky St., 3 Sichovykh Striltsiv St., 12 Staroievreiska St., 19A Sakharova St.
Menu prices: potato pancakes with sour cream — 144 UAH, chicken bucket — 174 UAH, cheese lavash — 184 UAH
Rating on Google Maps —⭐5,0
OPEN
OPEN is a modern-format restaurant chain with an open kitchen and buffet-style service, where guests choose what and how much they eat. Here, you can combine dishes to your taste, order the desired portion size, and watch the cooking process in real time.
The menu offers a wide range of options: classic European dishes, Ukrainian meals made with home-style ingredients, soups, salads, desserts, in-house baked goods, and hot and cold drinks. Takeaway is available, as well as delivery or online ordering via the restaurant’s website. Delivery and order prices remain moderate.
The OPEN chain is part of FoodEstablishment, ensuring product quality and safety. It’s a great choice for a lunch with colleagues, a meeting with friends, or a quick bite before a trip — no waiting and a clear understanding of exactly what you’re paying for.
Addresses: 5/7 Akademika Hnatiuka St., 7B Pid Dubom St.
Menu prices: please check by phone +380982722282; +380682520529
Rating on Google Maps —⭐
“Intempo”
“Intempo” is all about simple, straightforward food without unnecessary complications and with a very clear focus on affordability. It’s a chain of home-style restaurants in Lviv where the menu is updated daily and prices are kept at a level that truly allows you to eat inexpensively.
The menu features a wide selection of Ukrainian and European dishes. You’ll find options for those looking for classic borscht or banosh, as well as for those wanting something more filling for lunch. For example: Ukrainian borscht at “Intempo” costs 32 UAH, banosh with bryndza and cracklings is also 32 UAH, and stewed potatoes with meat cost 53 UAH. In addition to main dishes, there are salads, various appetizers, pizza, and desserts.
Pizza is prepared on crispy focaccia with carefully selected sauces and ingredients. Desserts are homemade, based on trusted recipes. The bar menu includes coffee that pairs well with both breakfast and lunch. Certain items — including steaks, beer platters, and hot skillet dishes — are cooked to order directly at the bar.
Another advantage of “Intempo” is the number of locations. More than ten venues operate across Lviv, making it easy to choose the most convenient one near your home, workplace, or city route.
Addresses: 57 Fedkovycha St., 80 Heroiv UPA St., 57A Viacheslava Chornovola St., 14 Uhorskа St., 188 Bohdana Khmelnytskoho St., 335 Shevchenka St., 7D Naukova St., 15 Kozelnytska St., 36 Shchyretska St., 2 Zaliznychna St., 14 Akademika Yukhnovskoho St., 186 Zelena St., 41 Akademika Andriia Sakharova St.
Menu prices: chicken cutlet — 53 UAH, chicken broth — 32 UAH, stewed potatoes with meat — 53 UAH, banosh with bryndza and cracklings — 32 UAH
Rating on Google Maps —⭐
Bistro “Nektaryn”
“Nektaryn” is one of the fast-food chains in Lviv that is actively growing and focuses on a simple formula: fast, tasty, and affordable. It offers set breakfasts and business lunches, with a menu made up of popular Ukrainian and European dishes.
Every day, “Nektaryn” prepares more than 70–80 dishes. The assortment makes it easy to choose an option for any taste and budget. For 130 UAH, you can enjoy a first course, a main dish, and a dessert — without compromising on portion size.
The chain has several locations across the city, making it easy to fit into your daily route. In addition to dining in, “Nektaryn” operates its own food delivery service to a location convenient for you. A cozy and stylish interior, fast service, and consistent food quality have made this bistro a popular choice for lunch or a quick bite.
Addresses: 226B Horodotska St., 36 Shchyretska St., 36 Lypynskoho St.
Menu prices: please check by phone +380503723988
Rating on Google Maps —⭐4,5
CityBUFFET
CityBUFFET is a self-service restaurant for those looking for a place in Lviv to eat tasty, filling, and affordable food. Located in the city center, it operates from morning until late evening, making it convenient for both tourists and locals.
The format is simple and clear: a cozy atmosphere, a wide selection of dishes, and affordable prices. The menu includes meat dishes, side dishes, salads, appetizers, desserts, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Each guest can independently choose what suits their taste and mood, without spending time waiting.
CityBUFFET is part of a self-service restaurant chain with many years of experience. Over six years, the team has developed the concept and opened 13 locations. All of them combine a convenient self-service system, a variety of dishes, and unique interior solutions.
The Lviv CityBUFFET continues this concept — fast, convenient, and without overpaying, right in the heart of the city.
Address: 6/8 Svobody Avenue
Menu prices: chicken broth — 62 UAH, buckwheat with butter — 46 UAH, Italian-style pasta — 46 UAH, steamed chicken cutlet — 55 UAH
Rating on Google Maps —⭐4,3
If after a hearty lunch in the center of Lviv you’d like to continue the evening at a calmer pace — with a glass of wine and without the rush — we recommend checking out our selection “8 Wine Bars of Ukraine for a Cozy Evening”. It features atmospheric wine spaces in Lviv and other cities that focus on a culture of communication, local producers, and a relaxed leisure format.
