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Leleka Ukrainian Comfort Food (San Francisco)B
40 Belden Pl a, San Francisco, CA 94104
· Ukrainian restaurant, Dumpling restaurant, Takeout Restaurant
· Financial District
Comforting Ukrainian dumplings, borscht, and hand pies in a cozy Belden Place alley spot; fast casual service, great for a warm, simple meal with some authenticity disputes in reviews.
Our take
Leleka delivers solid comfort food execution with strong food quality in borscht and dumplings, supported by friendly, attentive service and notably fast delivery. However, consistency shows some quality variation with occasional temperature lapses, and authenticity disputes from native Ukrainian diners prevent a higher grade. The charming alley setting adds appeal but doesn't elevate it to destination status.
One caveat: Some native Ukrainians find recipes inauthentic or underseasoned
Standout dishes
- Dumplings (pelmeni/varenyky)
- Borsh
- Honey/Napoleon/Kyiv Cakes
What people love
- Hearty, soothing borscht on cold days
- Generous dumpling portions with toppings
- Surprisingly fast ticket times
Opening Hours
Monday11:00–20:00
Tuesday11:00–20:00
Wednesday11:00–20:00
Thursday11:00–20:00
Friday11:00–20:00
Saturday
Sunday
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