You can't say 'Nizhny Novgorod' without 'Volga' (well, figuratively anyway) and this is one of the best places from which to enjoy Nizhny's enviable views of Russia's national river. The restaurant itself makes the most of this, with a plush crescent of seating offering a panorama of the Volga and countryside beyond. Fresh seafood, simply prepared, continues the aquatic theme, though be reassured, it's not actually sourced from the Volga's murky waters; in fact it's fresh from their aquarium. Food, whilst nothing out of the ordinary, is well done and presented, and for something branding itself as an 'elite restaurant', the prices should in general pleasantly surprise. There's a well-stocked bar and classy cocktails - if a little on the pricey side for this town, but definitely worth it for the impressive backdrop.