Starlite Diner has two locations in Moscow. One is near the Mayakovskaya metro station in a small courtyard next to the theatre there. The second is a bit more difficult to find, but is located across from the Oktyabrskaya metro station. Starlite is a great place to go for the traveller who hankers for a little bit of home while in Russia. It is an American-style ‘50s diner that offers typical diner food, including burgers, fries, salads, pastas, and shakes. The food is more expensive than it should be and is by no means gourmet, but it is excellent for the homesick traveller or expatriate.
During my semester in Moscow, I visited Starlite often and was grateful for the consistent food, English menus (even Russian-language students need a break), and relaxed atmosphere. It does not provide a cultural experience by any means, but it is certainly a good place to find comfort food.