Some of the best cheap eats do in fact operate out of a neon-lit window at the back of a dicey, punk-meets-metal nightclub whose Wi-Fi password is “Satan.” Once we got past the bouncer (just explain you’re there for the food), we fell hard for this place, starting with the pucker-inducing pickled veggies and a simple $2.50 side of crisp, grilled asparagus. The heartier mushroom-and-spinach blini were a bit greasy, but we made return visits for the locally made kielbasa po’ boy with spicy cabbage and searingly hot mustard, and the beet-and-lentil burger topped with goat cheese. You’ll probably want to take your order to go unless you don’t mind the smoke or the music; in that case, pay the cover and order something from the decent beer list. This “Slavic soul food” isn't like anything from the old country; it's just satisfying, adventurous, affordable bar eats like you probably haven’t seen before.
New Orleans
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Kukhnya
2227 St Claude Ave (inside Siberia nightclub)
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Faubourg Marigny
Hours
Daily 4pm–midnight; Sat–Sun 10am–4pm
Phone
504/265-8855
Prices
Everything under $11
Cuisine Type
International
Web site
Kukhnya
Other
Cash only. Closed occasionally due to club capacity. Consider calling ahead; phone orders accepted.

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2227 St Claude Ave New OrleansNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.