IG/TT@eatwkris Ukrainian brunch cafe where they have so many dishes I've never tried before. HOLUBSTI $20 - my favorite dish. It's 3 cabbage rolls filled with beef and rice on top of a tomato sauce served with a side of toasted bread. So delicious and reminded me of grape leaves but with cabbage instead highly recommend MYLNTSI (crepes) $19 I for the one with chicken and mushrooms sauce and it was pretty tasty. The crepe is filled with ground chicken I think with a creamy mushroom sauce on the outside. I liked this but felt the dish needed more of the sauce since most of the flavor came from the sauce They also have cherry filled dumplings that I really wanted to try but they ran out so I'll be back for them next time! read more

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Looking for something different? Look no further than mid-Wilshire at Fusion Kitchen. Fusion Kitchen serves modern Ukrainian food in a comfortable atmosphere that is not only tasty, but filling. You order and pay at the counter. I had their signature mlyntsi with chicken and mushroom which is a pan-fried savory crepe filled with chicken and mushroom in a creamy mushroom sauce. It was absolutely delicious. The only criticism I have is that my dish came out a bit lukewarm. I would have liked it served much hotter. Service was good. Overall, Fusion Kitchen is a great local find near LACMA. read more

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Fusion kitchen Enjoyable brunch with friend! Great for singles, duos and small groups of friends and family. Go to the counter and order the food, they bring out the food to you. The food was delicious and filling! Cabbage roll 5/5 - the beef was perfect with the rice. The cabbage was well wrapped and it didn't easily fall apart when sliced. I didn't try the bread because I was so full. Will definitely order again when I come here! Bathroom: yes, but didn't use Ambience: 5/5; great for the friends, singles and small groups. Parking: yes; street parking read more

Fusion Kitchen - Cabbage rolls with beef - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is so cute! I love the cozy farmhouse/boho interior design. It's perfect to come grab a pastry and coffee with friends or do a whole brunch/lunch. I love that they do a pumpkin spice latte year round too! The food is some of the best Ukrainian food I've tried on the West Side of LA and the staff are all so kind and attentive. You can tell they put a lot of effort into the food and it's homemade since they take a while to bring out the dishes. Will definitely return! read more

Fusion Kitchen - coffee! Iced lavender and hot pumpkin spice latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I took my parents here because I NEEDED to introduce them to the potato varenyky. And, of course, they ended up loving it, along with everything else on the table. Potato varenyky are potato dumplings swimming in a delicious, creamy mushroom sauce. It's my favorite item, but the entire spread of Ukrainian food that we ordered cannot be beat. A similar dish to this was the crepes with chicken and mushroom because the base used the same sauce. For dessert or a sweet breakfast should I say, the crepes with sweet cottage cheese are a good choice. Fusion Kitchen is saved in my personal Yelp collection of top recommendations I have whenever people ask for food recs. They have beautiful, cozy indoor seating and even an outdoor seating area, which is also gorgeous when the weather is good. read more

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Sad to hear they are closed permanently! I believe their other restaurant Mom, Please is still open, so go support them there! read more

Since my last visit to Fusion Kitchen was amazing, I knew I had to visit again! This time, I came back with the girlies for a cute Galentine's brunch--and it was unforgettable! The interior was nicely decorated with cute heart balloons inside the same rustic cozy interior. Presentation is top-notch and everything tasted just as good as it looks. I really loved every dish, but have to give a special shoutout to the eggs benedict and pistachio cake we had for dessert. Fusion Kitchen seriously does brunch best! I love Fusion Kitchen! Ordered: Breakfast Plate Eggs Benedict Quinoa Bowl with Kimchi French Toast with Berry and Custard Sauces Dumplings with Cherries (varenyky) - so good + unique Ricotta & Pistachio Cake - AMAZING read more

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Nice Ukrainian brunch! Clean and cozy interior, serve with flavorful dishes. We got the shashuka, caviar bagel, mlynski with chicken and mushroom, and varenyky with cherries. The dumpling dough are soft, for the mlynski, full of mushroom flavors. Service is very friendly and explain the dishes. A must try when you are craving brunch :) read more

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If you've been looking for an EGG-cellent brunch spot in Los Angeles, definitely check out this criminally underrated hidden gem! @fusionkitchenla specializes in Ukrainian-style brunch, with unique breakfast dishes such as syrnyky (farmer's pancakes), mlyntsi (crepes), varenyky and pelmeni (dumplings) that are so hard to find anywhere else! With the help of the very friendly employees, we ordered a good mix of traditional and Ukrainian brunch dishes, and we were SO impressed with the excellent culinary execution and beautifully curated flavors of each dish. If you're in the Miracle Mile area, I highly recommend checking them out for one of the BEST and most unique brunches I've had in LA! Featured here: caviar bagel medovik shakshuka mlyntsi with berries syrnyky with custard honey and lavender latte matcha latte read more

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Fusion was a very nice place to visit for lunch. Really cute cafe with a comforting ambiance almost like you're eating in someone's house. I've never had Ukrainian food but this cafe really opened my world to some delicious items! Food came out really quick and we were able to self serve water. My partner and I really enjoyed the potato dumplings which were soft, creamy, and savory. I do like that there was sour cream available for each dish, it just gave it a nice kick. The Beef cabbage rolls were also good, the cabbage was cooked really well and held its structure, the beef with the sauce reminded me of a meatloaf almost! The Syrnyky was a good dessert to end the meal--it was not too sweet and quite fluffy! I really appreciated how big the blueberries were and the mix of berries was fantastic. Very refreshing with a hint of tartness. Staff were friendly and attentive! If you're looking for the bathroom, you'll need a key and to take a small stroll into a quiet outdoor space to use the restroom. Overall a great experience and great introduction to Ukrainian food, thank you Fusion kitchen! read more

Fusion Kitchen - Potato dumplings with mushroom and beef and cabbage roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Great experience, order at the counter and they deliver to your table. The Latte Coffee is great. Crepes are fantastic, and delicious. Everything we tried was phenomenal. The Borscht was my favorite. Next was the Cabbage Rolls. read more

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Fusion Kitchen LA completely blew me away. First of all the raspberry croissant? Hands down the best I've ever had, and honestly the only one I've ever seen like this. Flaky, buttery, and filled with flavor. A total dream. Their Eggs Benedict with caviar was next-level elegant, rich, and perfectly balanced. And don't even get me started on the crepes with sweet cottage cheese... comforting, delicious, and beautifully presented. Also, HUGE shout out to Katie! She gave the best customer service I've experienced in a long time warm, welcoming, and made the whole experience feel special. Fusion Kitchen LA is 100% a Hidden Gem. I'll be coming back again and again. Highly recommend! read more

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I went with my spouse, we shared a plate of Vareniki, my spouse had the Shakshuka and honey cake, I had the borscht. We loved everything! I will be going back for the Shakshuka! The Borscht was excellent and who doesn't love a potato and cheese dumpling? The place felt very comfortable and clean! We ordered at the counter and everything was brought to our table. The guy who took our order and delivered the food was friendly and personable. What a great place! read more

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Never had Ukrainian food before, but this place is right down the street from where I lived so we thought we would give it a shot. Let me tell you, it's delicious!!! We enjoyed the pelmeni so much that we bought some to go. It was easy to prepare and just as delicious. It's a cute little place and the staff is friendly. A little pricey, but the food is definitely made to order. You can see the chefs in the back preparing all the food. Give it a shot! I'll definitely be back! read more

Fusion Kitchen - Pelmeni with Beef to take home and cook yourself. Yum! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here for brunch with my partner today. Everything we tried was delightful!! I ordered the Mylntsi with Chicken and Mushroom, and my partner got the Varenyky with Mashed Potatoes. I also had a matcha latte and we shared one of the cannolis with condensed milk. Mylntsi with Chicken and Mushroom: 9/10. The outside was nice and crispy, and the filling was super flavorful. It paired so well with the cold sour cream! Would definitely order this again and again. Varenyky with Mashed Potatoes: 8/10. Not as savory as the mylntsi but still delicious! Cannoli with condensed milk: 7/10. A little too sweet IMO but still a nice dessert. Matcha latte, unsweetened: 7/10. This wasn't my favorite matcha latte, but it was solid and I wouldn't mind ordering it again. It wasn't very busy at 1 PM on a Sunday; we didn't have to wait at all for a table. You order and pay at the counter first then find your own table, where they'll bring your food out to you. It took about 30 min for our food to come out, which is a bit slow, though I know this is also a newer location. I would love to come back and try some of their sweeter dishes, like the syrnky or mlyntsi with cottage cheese! read more

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Super cute and clean place to grab a coffee and pastry. The coffee wasn't overly sweet and the eclair perfectly crisp. Delish! read more

Fusion Kitchen - Pistachio eclair and vanilla latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The most delicious Ukrainian food I've ever had! Everything was excellent but the beef dumplings and cabbage rolls were standouts! Staff very friendly and parking on the street read more

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What an amazing place I found! I had the crepes with berries, & it was absolutely delicious! The berry sauce was so amazing, I almost licked the plate. Don't worry, I didn't. lol. The service was great, & I received my food super fast. Really nice feel to this place with a little rocking horse that made you feel at home. Thanks for an epic visit. I'll be back! read more

Fusion Kitchen - Crepes with berries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Not many vegetarian options unless you go during breakfast hours. The staff was very friendly and we enjoyed the patio dining.

What a delightful find! I'm not usually on the west side but I'm here with some time to kill and found this hidden gem. A Ukranian fusion restaurant with real Ukranian staff. I asked about their more traditional Ukranian food and they recommended I try the Mlyntsi with chicken and mushroom. It's a delicious crepe I a mushroom sauce, some sour cream on the side to put on top and it was great! I would return often and try the rest of the menu if I lived nearby. Highly recommend. read more

Fusion Kitchen - Delicious Ukranian crepe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This shop is sooo cute! The decor is amazing and the service was excellent ! I ordered the syrnyky, a chai latte, and the chai tea. I thought the syrnyky were beautifully presented but I guess I'm not much of a fan of cottage cheese. The chai was too sweet and not spiced enough, but the Olympic chai tea blend (separate from the chai latte) was delicious. Going forward I want to come back and try more of their teas and other menu items but I wouldn't order the chai latte or syrnyky again. read more

Super cute and clean place. What a nice addition to Miracle Mile. We had breakfast there this morning and I need to become a regular here. The food is high quality, well presented and delicious. They have coffees, lattes and wonderful teas. It's Ukranian based and there are so many other options too, hence the FUSION name. (It used to be MOM, PLEASE, former Black Dog coffee). We had the cabbage wrap and it was outstanding and simple breakfast with eggs and toast. I can tell the ingredients are quality and plates are nicely presented. Service is kind and their spiced chai hot tea was divine. They said things are ramping back up since the fires, but still it's kinda slow. They need to be boosted. I'm definitely going to become a regular. read more

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Amazing food! Our table had three dishes: potato dumplings with mushroom sauce, cabbage rolls with beef, and Borscht. Everything was absolutely delicious -- it truly felt like home-cooked food. We came in for a late lunch around 2:30 PM after visiting LACMA on a Sunday. This is a small restaurant where you order at the counter and are served quickly. Despite the casual setup, the interior was very cute and cozy, adding to the welcoming atmosphere. For dessert, we shared a hazelnut pie slice -- the perfect combination of creamy and crunchy textures. Overall, we had no pre-planned expectations, just hoping to grab a quick bite, but ended up having a wonderful meal experience! read more

Mom Please is a Ukrainian cafe turned restaurant. It's aesthetically pleasing decor couples well with the beautifully presented & tasty food. My family and I drove up from San Diego to enjoy a meal and reminisce of our time in Ukraine. The food was delicious! We loved their borscht, halubtsi, and vareniky. Yet the menu lacks several classic Ukrainian dishes. Namely, I was hoping to find at least a few more options like solyanka, chicken kyiv, deruny, linivi vareniky, nalisniky, etc. Same with drinks... kisel, uzvar, kvas. Most importantly, if you're a Ukrainian restaurant, you might as well serve real salo... not just regular, grocery-store-bought American bacon. The frozen vareniky are too pricey. $25 for 700ish grams is outrageous. They're delicious though. The restaurant itself is small. There were only a few tables inside. While there were several outdoor seating options, it was rather cold despite the heaters blasting on full. There was no table service - must order by the register. Only one of the servers spoke Ukrainian, and he wasn't even Ukrainian. Wish they hired more Ukrainians, especially with the mass influx of refugees. read more

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We had no idea that Mom Please serves Ukrainian food when we planned brunch before visiting the Peterson. What a lovely surprise! Everything was delicious and freshly made. Per our lovely server, "Mom Please" refers to the pleadings of children asking their mothers for a special treat....."Mom, pleeeease?" There are plenty of delicious treats here. My favorite were the Syrnyky (Ukrainian pancakes) severed with delicous berry sauce. My dining companion, a vegan, was able to order rich vegan dumplings with olive oil on the side, which he loved. The lattes were fabulous, and the sweet baked goods added a final touch. It's the perfect place for brunch! read more

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Small and cute cafe with chill atmosphere on Wilshire blvd. We enjoyed our lovely and indulgent breakfast!! Highly Recommend!! read more

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This place is so cute and aesthetic! You order at the counter and they'll serve the food to your table. The food came out pretty quickly. We got the Shakshuka and Mylntsi with Berries. The shakshuka tasted fresh with basil, tomatoes, and bell peppers. It was a chunky stew paired with bread. The Mylinsti with Berries is 3 thin crepes with fresh berries and a tart and perfectly sweet berry jam. It wasn't too sweet and didn't feel heavy at all. I would definitely come here again! read more

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I tried their Playa Vista location some time ago and it wasn't great, but I gave them a 5-star review hoping they'd get better? Well, it actually got worse! The staff were amazing, super friendly and all, but the food was terrible. The borscht and golubtsy were so salty they were practically inedible. Seriously, it was like eating completely different dishes and really unpleasant. Sane goes for other dishes. Nothing was actually tasty. Three other people I was with had the exact same feedback at the end. In addition to the the dessert we ordered they gave us a free dessert, claiming it filled with dulce de lece aka "boiled condensed milk", but it was gross. It wasn't the condensed milk at all. Tasted like that awful cream from Le Balkon that all Russian stores supply their desserts from. Just nasty. And the new location? It's tiny, dark, and just depressing. No natural light at all. You really don't want to hang out there, let alone go back. Honestly, even though the staff were great, the food and atmosphere were such a letdown. We will not be going back there. read more

I love this cafe! They're great as a place for sitting and working with free wifi or as a restaurant. The Ukrainian food here is very delicious and healthy. I love the cabbage sausage. They also have sweets and tea. The vibe just couldn't be nicer! The staff are friendly too! read more

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Second time trying with a new name; But same amazing food by great chefs (I saw a young lady chef and guy chef) beautiful food presentation and flavors! I definitely ordered more than we could eat Because we don't live near so we enjoy leftovers. We tried the classic pancakes with ricotta, the potato dumplings with mushrooms, the salmon with crepes, and the garlic toast with poached eggs. ALL AMAZING!!!! My son daughter and husband loved every dish. Clean and relaxed ambience with pretty simple decor. Thank you to the chefs and two lady's at the register! read more

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I love love this place! Such a pleasant people are working in here! So clean , and all this details like fresh flowers , interior! and of course coffee and food is fresh and delicious read more

Fusion Kitchen - Crepes with salmon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Now it's one of my favourite places to get coffee and good quality food and desert. My favourite it's holubtsi with beef Service very nice and friendly Will definitely visit this place with my friends again read more

Fusion Kitchen - Syrnyky classic - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wonderful chance encounter finding this great spot! Easy street parking, comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, and a delicious menu of Ukrainian delights. Everything we had was fabulous! read more

Fusion Kitchen - Latte, Mlyntsi With salmon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food and presentation was AMAZING this was my first time trying Ukrainian food and I absolutely loved it! It was perfectly cooked and seasoned! The vibes inside the restaurant are also so cute and cozy! Would definitely come back again! 10/10 recommend! read more

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A cute little spot that serves legit Ukrainian food. Went with my friend from the Ukraine and he loves it as it brings a little home to him. He, of course, ordered everything. I am going to go back and buy frozen crepes and cottage cheese pancakes so I can cook my own Ukrainian treats. But overall it felt like a home cooked meal like a mom would make. read more

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One block and a half away from a corner of LACMA is a diminutive gem of a restaurant that reflects a (perhaps) unique thoughtfulness. My first time ever eating borscht could not have possibly been better. Who knew what a lovely concoction it could be. Not I, Nor should you. Eric provides expert guidance with stellar service to the small mix of delicacies available which happen to be artfully rendered. Try it, it's the bomb!!! read more

such a lovely place , amazing decorated and lovely vibes and friendly staff. Dessert is Tasty and delicious. Food are so good and tasty. overall I loved the place read more

Fusion Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I had Ukrainian food for the first time during my lunch break at work recently @mompleaselabrea and it truly felt like I was transported there momentarily. There's so many traditional savory to sweet options here, and I was lucky enough to have been able to sample both thanks to my equally curious colleague. Do also think about bringing a sweet treat back from their pastry display AND indulge in their flavorful iced matcha lattes If you still can't get enough, Mom Please also offers up frozen dishes (homemade weekly) in their freezers for you to take home as well- win win We had: Iced Matcha Lattes, Mlyntsi with Chicken & Mushrooms (3 egg crepes, chicken, mushrooms, mushroom creamy sauce, micro greens, Parmesan), Mlyntsi with Sweet Cottage Cheese (3 egg crepes, cottage cheese, custard, mint, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, powdered sugar, nuts) read more

I still remember my first time having borsch or borscht at a hole-in-the-wall deli specializing in Eastern European foods and goods almost 10 years ago! The bright crimson soup with a dollop of sour cream was so foreign to me at the time, but I had no trouble polishing it off with some chicken pelmeni and a cold sandwich. Naturally, when I learned that a Ukrainian restaurant opened in LA, I immediately bookmarked the Playa Vista location back in early May 2023. Funny that I ended up visiting their second location in Mid-Wilshire though, which appears to have opened in December 2023 (kudos to the owners for expanding from their mail-order business to opening two restaurants within a year - what a feat). After spending some time at a local museum in Miracle Mile last weekend, my partner and I were starving, so after checking online to see what restaurants were around, he mentioned "Mom, Please" and I immediately said "YES, we're going there". The good: + Owners have great taste in decorating the interior AND exterior as the use of natural materials really bring a homey feel and warmth to the small restaurant + Ceramic tableware created by a Ukrainian artist that's also currently based in LA + All the dishes we ordered came with a side of sour cream + Menu consists of a variety of foods and drinks that makes sense in LA: sandwiches, pancakes, shakshuka, toast, salads, bagel, soup, coffee, and tea to name a few + Uniquely Ukrainian: borsch, holubtsi, mlyntsi, pelmeni, syrnyky, and varenyky + Self-serve water dispenser + Business hours run from 8am - 8pm daily + Fridges are stocked with pre-made dumplings which can be purchased online or in-store + Dog-friendly?! Noted the dog/pet bowls near a side table The food: * Holubtsi with Turkey ($18) - delicious, but quite small. Mixture of ground turkey, bell peppers, onions wrapped in cabbage and baked in a personal cast iron pan with tomato sauce and two halved cherry tomatoes. Sprinkled with some chopped greens for color and cup of sour cream on the side. This was probably my favorite dish, but I wish it came out last as it was the most flavorful and so the other two dishes kind of paled in comparison. * Pelmeni Beef ($18) - 13 beef dumplings with a side of sour cream. Other than the steep price for dumplings, we liked this simple dish very much. I even dipped the pelmeni in the leftover tomato sauce from the holubtsi and it was just scrumptious. * Mlyntsi with Chicken & Mushrooms ($22) - this dish came out last and right off the bat, I thought it was strange that the microgreens was discolored. Half of the greens were already turning yellow! Perhaps the cook thought we wouldn't eat greens, but we actually do, so this was very disappointing. These three egg crepes were filled with chicken and mushrooms and sat on a creamy mushroom sauce and sprinkled with parmesan and not the freshest-looking microgreens. The so-so/bad: - Street parking only, so good luck - Breakfast foods served only from 8:30am - 1pm - Service was average - Prices are unduly expensive, especially for what you get - Suggested tip on screen shows left to right starting from 22%, 20%, and 15% but you have to order everything first at the counter - No public restroom - Even with three dishes, we were both still hungry read more

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Food and service was great. I had the mushroom and chicken crepes and my husband had the tuna panini. The crepes were fluffy and the mushroom cream sauce was flavorful. The tuna sandwich was a generous portion, each half was a full-size sandwich, I ate the other half for dinner. I love tuna sandwiches but I'm picky when ordering out. This one was super-good, glad my husband ordered it. I'm trying the berry crepes next time we're in town @ read more