Yaroslava

Yaroslava is a secret place that every guest of Kyiv should visit. This historic pastry shop is located in the heart of the capital, near the Golden Gate and St. Sophia Cathedral. The spot remarkably brings together different generations: here, you can meet anyone — from local grandmothers and students to entrepreneurs and artists. Since its founding, the recipes at this pastry shop have remained unchanged, making it a true legend of Kyiv. In fact, this place even appears in the works of contemporary Ukrainian writers.

For decades, Yaroslava has been known for its fragrant pastries, including legendary cinnamon buns and hot pies with a variety of fillings — cherry, poppy seed, pumpkin, potato with meat, and more. They’re often still warm, as regulars tend to snap them up before they have time to cool. Tea, coffee, or cocoa is also available to go.

Photos: Visit Kyiv