We had an amazing time celebrating my aunt’s birthday! The food and ambiance was great and the music was really fun, especially if you are looking for a nostalgic Russian restaurant experience. This restaurant is a rare gem that we hope to visit again soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gregory Alter
Gurman isn’t just a fantastic restaurant, it’s a place where tradition, memory, and genuine hospitality all live under one roof. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels timeless and intentional. There’s an old-school warmth to it, the kind that invites you to slow down, sit back, and actually enjoy the experience. No gimmicks, no rush, and just classic elegance done right. The atmosphere, ambiance are all top notch. I've been here many times for parties and family events.
The food is exceptional. Every dish feels deeply rooted in tradition, prepared with care, and packed with rich, comforting flavors. It’s the kind of cooking that respects the past and proves why certain recipes never go out of style. You can taste the craftsmanship in every bite.
What truly sets Gurman apart, though, is the music and Larry, the musician. His presence brings an authenticity that you simply can’t replicate. Larry and my dad grew up together in Bershad during the Soviet Union, knew my paternal grandparents, and has known my family for generations. That kind of connection adds real soul to the space. When Larry sings, it doesn’t feel like background music, it feels like history being shared. There’s something powerful about that continuity, about music coming from someone who carries decades of shared memories.
Gurman stands out because it feels real in every sense. Real food, real atmosphere, real people, and real history. It honors where it comes from while delivering an unforgettable experience today. Places like this are rare, and once you find one, you keep coming back. Straight-up classic. I will definetely be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Asiya Musayev
I have known this restaurant for over 15 years, and it continues to impress me every single time. The owner is truly exceptional — warm, attentive, and always offering a personal, thoughtful approach to anyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion.
The cuisine is absolutely outstanding: every dish is full of rich flavor and prepared with genuine care. The interior is cozy, elegant, and welcoming, creating the perfect atmosphere for both intimate dinners and larger celebrations. And the service is consistently excellent — professional, friendly, and attentive in the best way.
This restaurant is a place you can trust with your most important moments. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eugene Yanovskiy
Great food
Susumi Ikagatsu
The worst experience ever. There was an old man - waiter, he was so rude. We waited for the food for an hour and he just forgot about the order. DEFINITELY NOT RECOMMENDING.
Jann Mint
We had dinner party for 8 people. It was the best restaurant experience. Food, music, service, ambience.... just WOW. We will definitely come again!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aleksandr Drobonog
Nice place, but problem with A/C, not strong enough
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Olivia Celice
I want this place to succeed while selfishly wanting it all to myself. Gurman displays notable skill. The quality is consistent throughout. The restaurant had customers stacked deep. The price matches the quality here.
I've been at Gurman for family events a number of times now. It's an absolutely amazing establishment. The food and service are excellent. I have not visited during regular restaurant hours.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yuliya M
Have been to the place many times and it seems that it continues to go downhill. While they continue to be on the cheaper side compared to similar places cutting down on food quality should not be the way to do it. While the menu remained pretty much the same yes the portions got smaller the actual quality of the food had gotten much worse.
Begaiym Ibraimova
It’s very nice how they helped me!?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Natalie Krel
I love the place! Very Russian menu! Waiters speak both languages. Very polite and handsome. It's petty it's in Brooklyn too far from my building
ymcebs
We celebrated a birthday at the restaurant. The food was very good, but much too much. There was also nice entertainment and dancing. The service was attentive.
I love this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Worst service ever
Service: 1
We had an amazing time celebrating my aunt’s birthday! The food and ambiance was great and the music was really fun, especially if you are looking for a nostalgic Russian restaurant experience. This restaurant is a rare gem that we hope to visit again soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gurman isn’t just a fantastic restaurant, it’s a place where tradition, memory, and genuine hospitality all live under one roof. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels timeless and intentional. There’s an old-school warmth to it, the kind that invites you to slow down, sit back, and actually enjoy the experience. No gimmicks, no rush, and just classic elegance done right. The atmosphere, ambiance are all top notch. I've been here many times for parties and family events.
The food is exceptional. Every dish feels deeply rooted in tradition, prepared with care, and packed with rich, comforting flavors. It’s the kind of cooking that respects the past and proves why certain recipes never go out of style. You can taste the craftsmanship in every bite.
What truly sets Gurman apart, though, is the music and Larry, the musician. His presence brings an authenticity that you simply can’t replicate. Larry and my dad grew up together in Bershad during the Soviet Union, knew my paternal grandparents, and has known my family for generations. That kind of connection adds real soul to the space. When Larry sings, it doesn’t feel like background music, it feels like history being shared. There’s something powerful about that continuity, about music coming from someone who carries decades of shared memories.
Gurman stands out because it feels real in every sense. Real food, real atmosphere, real people, and real history. It honors where it comes from while delivering an unforgettable experience today. Places like this are rare, and once you find one, you keep coming back. Straight-up classic. I will definetely be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have known this restaurant for over 15 years, and it continues to impress me every single time. The owner is truly exceptional — warm, attentive, and always offering a personal, thoughtful approach to anyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion.
The cuisine is absolutely outstanding: every dish is full of rich flavor and prepared with genuine care. The interior is cozy, elegant, and welcoming, creating the perfect atmosphere for both intimate dinners and larger celebrations. And the service is consistently excellent — professional, friendly, and attentive in the best way.
This restaurant is a place you can trust with your most important moments. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food
The worst experience ever. There was an old man - waiter, he was so rude. We waited for the food for an hour and he just forgot about the order. DEFINITELY NOT RECOMMENDING.
We had dinner party for 8 people. It was the best restaurant experience. Food, music, service, ambience.... just WOW. We will definitely come again!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice place, but problem with A/C, not strong enough
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I want this place to succeed while selfishly wanting it all to myself. Gurman displays notable skill. The quality is consistent throughout. The restaurant had customers stacked deep. The price matches the quality here.
Restaurantji Recommends
I've been at Gurman for family events a number of times now. It's an absolutely amazing establishment. The food and service are excellent. I have not visited during regular restaurant hours.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Have been to the place many times and it seems that it continues to go downhill. While they continue to be on the cheaper side compared to similar places cutting down on food quality should not be the way to do it. While the menu remained pretty much the same yes the portions got smaller the actual quality of the food had gotten much worse.
It’s very nice how they helped me!?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love the place! Very Russian menu!
Waiters speak both languages.
Very polite and handsome.
It's petty it's in Brooklyn too far from my building
We celebrated a birthday at the restaurant. The food was very good, but much too much. There was also nice entertainment and dancing. The service was attentive.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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