A waiter wearing a protective mask walks at the Eastman restaurant in Kyiv on Nov. 4, 2020. Serving Asian and Indian cuisine, Eastman has become an instant hit upon its recent opening.
The restaurant scene in Kyiv has been shaken like never before by COVID‑19.
The government imposed a strict lockdown in March, forcing eateries to shut indoor dining for almost two months. Revenue dropped by half for many restaurants, while others closed for good.