La Răscruce

Strada Cuza Vodă 30/1, Chișinău, Moldova
+373 691 23 454
$$$ Cafe
(299 Reviews)

Step into La Răscruce, a quaint café nestled in the heart of Chișinău, Moldova, located at Strada Cuza Vodă 30/1. This charming spot invites you to experience a culinary journey through traditional Moldovan cuisine. Often frequented by locals, La Răscruce is the perfect place for both quick lunches and leisurely afternoon breaks, making it a must-visit for anyone in the area.

The café exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere, characterized by friendly staff eager to ensure your visit is enjoyable, even if they might not converse much in English. Here, you can indulge in delightful local dishes that capture the essence of Moldova. Although the menu varies, you can generally expect to find hearty offerings like mămăligă (cornmeal porridge) served alongside succulent pork, rich garlic cream, and delightful local cakes that blend tradition with flavor.

Real customer experiences echo the charm of La Răscruce. Febe appreciates the quick service and the availability of local soups and dishes, perfect for a satisfying lunch. Meanwhile, Anastasia Prisacaru praises the delicious traditional fare and friendly staff, noting the affordability of their lunch specials on weekdays.

The café also doubles as a venue for special occasions. Victoria Pleșca highlights her pleasant experience celebrating a birthday in their festive hall, emphasizing good service and tasty food at economical prices. Even Хару Мамбру remarks on the surprisingly robust quality of the “unassuming” café, where he found himself enjoying generously sized portions and efficient, courteous service.

At La Răscruce, you can expect an authentic taste of Moldova that resonates with both familiarity and comfort—an ideal spot for visitors seeking to immerse themselves in local culture through the culinary lens. For a truly memorable meal that feels like home, let La Răscruce be your go-to destination in Chișinău.

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Sport
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

299 Reviews
Febe

24 Aug 2025

Though the staff doesn't speak much English, this is a good place for a quick lunch, since they always have soups and local dishes on the menu.

Anastasia Prisacaru

12 Aug 2025

Delicious traditional Moldovan food and very friendly staff. They also offer a cheap and delicious lunch menu on working days.

Victoria Pleșca

30 Jul 2025

Sala de festivități am petrecut o zi de naștere, deservirea la nivel, mâncarea este foarte gustoasă, am mai fost la acest local și cu alte ocazii dar niciodată nu am ieșit cu regrete sau supărări este și aproape de casă și prețurile sunt pământești.

Хару Мамбру

24 Jul 2025

Даже не знаю что написать. Кафе явно местячкового масштаба, на вид никакого особого впечатления не производит, но при этом обслуживание хорошее, вежливое, заказ приносят быстро, порции просто в хорошем смысле слова "людоедских" размеров и вкусные. Цены не высокие. У нас произошел некоторый разрыв шаблона, внешность не соответствует содержанию, содержание на много лучше а обычно бывает наоборот, нагонят пафоса а сами мыльный пузырь. Советую посетить это заведение если вам не важен ресторанный пафос а важно вкусно и плотно покушать, тихо и приятно посидеть и пообщаться. Ставлю 4 звезды и совету хозяевам немного поднять уровень заведения внешне.

Mic Hal

30 Jun 2025

First real touch with Moldova cousin. Indigent food, but not poor. Mamalyga with pork, cream with garlic, just tasty, nothing special. Prices are were fair, I drink there also some local blonde and eat cake. I don’t remember the tasty but nothing special as I remember. Service are okay, very nice :)

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