# Veselka Grand Central Terminal

> Ukrainian diner with standing tables only creates a lively but comfortable atmosphere. Food offers authentic flavors like borscht and pierogis, paired with Ukrainian beer and spritz. Space feels casual and functional, suited for quick meals rather than sit-down dining.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/VeselkaGrandCentralTerminal

- Address: Dining Concourse, West Side, 89 E 42nd St, New York, New York, 10017, US
- Hours: Thursday: 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM Friday: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM Saturday: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM Sunday: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM Tuesday: 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM Wednesday: 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
- Phone: +19179932849
- Website: http://grandcentral.veselka.com/
- Google rating: 4.7 (361 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Cake — 10/10
- Vegetarian — 10/10
- Authentic — 10/10
- Food — 9.6/10
- Lunch Spot — 9.4/10
- Dumpling — 9.2/10
- Borscht — 9.1/10
- Soup — 9/10
- Sauerkraut — 9/10
- Potato Latkes — 8.8/10
- Breakfast — 8.8/10
- Beer — 8.3/10
- American Food — 8.3/10
- Desserts — 8.3/10
- Burrito — 8.3/10

## What people say

- "The borscht here has such a rich, home-style taste."
- "The breakfast burrito was huge and very filling."
- "The food here feels like authentic Ukrainian home cooking."

## Good to know

- The restaurant is located on the -1st floor of Grand Central Station, in the food court.
- There are no seats available in the restaurant.
- It’s not a sit-down restaurant.
- Customers can either take away food or eat at the tables while standing.
- The Grand Central location of Veselka is perfect for pick-up.

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