Before peasants in Eastern Europe discovered vodka could be consumed, they used it to keep their fires burning through the dead of winter. These days, vodka is better known as a divine drink than a fire-starter and Borsch, Vodka & Tears is a fitting place for some modern vodka worship. Located at Chapel Street's boho end, Borsch, Vodka & Tears is the destination for those who skipped the standard European backpacker trip after university, but still long for Euro-style episodes of drunken debauchery. Expect candles, soft gypsy music and plenty of punchy booze.
There are more than 100 different vodkas, and all of them possess their own unique twist or kick. The Silverwasser is a herbal number flecked with silver shavings, while the Wild Bee Honey Vodka speaks for itself. There are also plenty of Polish beers, but unfortunately the supply sometimes runs out during colder European months, when Poland's ports freeze over.
The kitchen serves traditional Polish fare, as well as more conventional meals. The pierogi (Polish dumplings) are a gastronomic delight. However, be warned: the tapas servings are Polish style (that means that they're huge). Remember, you're eating and drinking to stave off a cold winter. Na zdrowie!
Mark Gambino
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Mon-Fri 9am-late Sat-Sun 10am-late
Polish
Entree: $10.50-$16
Mains: $17-$25
Dessert: $7.50-$10.50
Payment accepted: MasterCard, Visa, Diners Club, American Express and EFTPOS
Licensed with bar. Wine is available by the glass.
Vegetarian options available
This venue accepts bookings. It is advisable to make a reservation ahead of time. Group bookings are supported. Bookings taken for groups of up to 15
Seats 45
Outside dining area
Wheelchair access
and wheelchair-accessible toilets
All reviews and ratings are the expressed opinions of our users, and in no way reflects the opinions of yourRestaurants, its staff and its affiliates.
Posted by:
maurisa
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21 January 2010, 1.05pm
Love this little place
Have been here several times for the hearty european food and the fabulous cocktails not to mention the great service and atmosphere. Can highly recommend The drink with no name and the Schocolate Martini. Staff were really helpful with drinks choices (you need it in this place cos they have such a great variety of delicious sounding drinks....you really want to try them all).
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Posted by:
qttess
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14 June 2007, 11.18am
Perfect litle Poland
Walking in to this little cafe I found myself being welcomed by candles, sweet smelling spices and the feeling you get when you walk into your own home with a touch of orignal decor. Non- pretentious and inviting, I ordered the gypsy soup with toasted bread which warmed my body and tasted divine. I washed it down with a shot of vodka recommended by the lovely waitress from the list of never-ending vodka flavours and chatted away to an old friend till late. Suprised my review is the first, I'm now a regular a couple of times a week. An absolute must; especially in winter.
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