Ultra-Pretty Ukrainian Brunch in West LA 🍳

This place has been blowing up on Instagram for ages, and I finally got to try it—totally worth the hype! The aesthetics and flavors are both on point, and honestly, it can easily rival Republique! 🏆✨ 🥞 SYRNYKY WITH BERRY SAUCE OR CUSTARD HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! These cheese-based pancakes taste like dessert—so unique and delicious! A must-order for sure. 🧀🍓 🍣 DERUNY WITH SALMON A combo of potato pancakes and smoked salmon—solid, but not mind-blowing. Still worth trying if you’ve never had it before! 🥔🐟 🥟 VARENYKY WITH POTATOES Potato-filled dumplings—apparently, a Nordic favorite? Not my personal go-to, but they have meat-filled versions that might be better. The dough is chewier than regular dumplings, which is interesting! 🤔🥟 🍅 SHAKSHUKA Pretty mediocre—honestly, my homemade version (thanks to blogger recipes) tastes better. Skip this one. 🙅‍♀️🥚 🍕 MARICHKA Tastes like a Margherita pizza, but the freshly made dough was a delicious surprise! Super fresh and satisfying. 🍅🧀 🍵 Matcha was watery and disappointing, but the kompot (a staff recommendation) was amazing! A lightly sweet, fruity tea—so refreshing! 🍹🍒 Overall, an incredible meal—100% worth the visit! The café is adorably decorated, with a giant teddy bear at the entrance. How is this place not more popular?! The only downside? It’s a bit far, but perfect for a post-brunch beach trip. 🏖️💕 Mom, Please Ukrainian Food 📍 13151 Fountain Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90094 Located inside an apartment community—free parking, but spots are limited! 🚗💨 #LosAngeles #LAEats #LAFoodie #LABrunch #CaliLife #HiddenGems #EasternEuropeanCuisine #BrunchGoals