This is where the East meets Russia. On entering Tanuki don’t be surprised if your presence is announced with a bong from a hanging brass plate. The interior is elegantly adorned with bamboo and traditional Japanese paintings creating an atmosphere of the mystical east. Complimentary tea is poured from bronze teapots with astonishingly long spouts and reinforces the sense of novelty. Tanuki offers Japanese and European menus with a vegetarian option and halls for smokers and non-smokers. Service is excellent, the quality of the food varies according on how busy the restaurant is. The staff are attentive and provide good food. Also at Leningradskaya ul. 37.