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    Pel'meni

    4.3 (298 reviews)
    InexpensiveRussian
    Mon 11:30 am - 1:30 AM (Next day)
    Tue 11:30 am - 1:30 AM (Next day)

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    PEL'MENI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Record corner & cooler case (don't forget your sour cream!)
    Emma L.

    We were in port for the day, and my nephew reaaaaallly wanted to try Russian dumplings. Having no idea what to expect, we meander along the way until Yelp says we've arrived. This one-room eatery is very... Alaskan- in all the best ways! Super informal; someone was leaning in the windowsill of an open window when we arrived. There were a dozen orders ahead of ours, and one employee (recently trained, he casually explained) who was doing all the work. The menu is very simple- homemade dumplings + whatever you'd like as topping. Pre-measured servings of sour cream wait in the cooler case by the vintage record & extensive record collection. Nothing was spinning while we were there but it seems as though it's still in service. We ordered 2 beef dumplings with no cilantro but all the other options, and got to watch the employee do all the work- it's amazing to see the process! Within 15 minutes we had freshly cooked dumplings in to-go containers (that's all they offered) and were on our way back to the ship. I have very little experience with Russian food, but I know what's yummy, and these dumplings were so great! Tender dough, juicy filling, and the toppings were surprisingly good foils to the richness of the broth & meat (yeah, I got the sriracha). Not sure if I'll ever be back in Juneau, but the next time I see Russian dumplings on the menu, I'm certainly going to order them!

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    Carter K.

    While visiting Juneau, Alaska, I tried Russian dumplings for the first time! Russia owned Alaska originally but sold it during a war to raise money, so there is still some Russian culture in certain areas of Juneau. The dumplings were soft and we had one batch with potato centers and one with beef centers. The sauce at the bottom tasted like a sriracha and vinegar mix and the dumplings were topped with some cilantro. I was happy to try something new and these dumplings were a perfect snack after a long bike ride!

    Beef
    Thomas T.

    They have two things. Beef or potato type dumplings. The girl in the front was really nice and explained everything to us. It comes with cilantro, hot sauce, and curry powder. It was fire! Very good.

    Genevieve M.

    Almost couldn't find this place in the Historic Merchants Wharf but was so glad we did. It came highly recommended and it totally aligned with its reputation. Small space with a few tables in a little restaurant/ store looking area but dang.. their dumplings!!! Choice of potato or meat ( we got both... I prefer the meat) and we got it fully loaded ( that is the only way to do it right in my book for the full experience). Quick service - food is fixed right there and freshly topped. When in Juneau again- not missing the chance to go back.

    Dumplings
    Donna H.

    This little hole in the wall is a delicious find. Russian dumplings. Easy menu, meat or potato. lol service is super fast, and made to order. Don't just get one order, get two or three!!

    Dumplings- potato and beef
    Marney R.

    Wow! I love Yelp finds. I enjoy opening the app and checking what is in the area. This is not one of Juneau's most famous tourist places but it should be. The simple dumplings are pillowing dumplings of perfection! We ordered 1 beef and 1 potato. She was able to mix it up for us since we ordered two. We had all the toppings. Butter, curry, cilantro and some other ones I forgot! I added sour cream to mine but they were amazing! $9 for a serving and it was very filling! Drinks remained reasonably priced instead of marked up high. It was clear this is a local favorite. One staff was able to keep the customers moving and orders coming! Very impressed now I have to plan another trip to Alaska!

    Potato pel'meni
    Emerine C.

    If you want something in Juneau other than seafood you have to go here! There are two options for pel'meni potato or beef. I opted for potato with everything on it and it was delicious and flavorful without being too spicy. Service can be slow but it was one woman working so completely normal for that and we weren't in a rush.

    Beef dumplings with everything
    Alyssa M.

    These little dumplings are so flavorful and delicious. They're a bit spicy with everything on them, so keep that in mind if you're sensitive to spice. I added lots of sour cream and that helped mellow out the spice and give it a nice creaminess. The service was okay, though it took forever for our food to be ready. Only one person is working to make the dumplings, so it's understandable. The ambiance is cute with some little decorations and books everywhere, but keep in mind that it's super small with not a lot of seating. I'd definitely recommend this place if you're in town!

    Beef Dumplings with all the toppings.
    Brittany H.

    So yummy. We went hiking at the glacier then stopped in for a late night snack. The beef option was amazing. Highly highly highly recommend these pockets of deliciousness. And the sour cream was a nice addition. So glad we stopped in. Menu: Potato or Beef. Big menu I know. But simple is sometimes the best. Atmosphere: Small, loud, good vibes, hard workers. Steaming pots ready to go. **Service was fast for us at 10pm on a Wednesday, but could see how a busy night could happen. Worth the wait.

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    Sabrina K.

    I had these in Sitka and Juneau. They are amazing! My only regret is now I'm back in my hometown and craving them.

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    Comfort food that I can't get enough of the dumplings. I have tried both the potato or beef. I love the sour cream and the curry powder.

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    Delicious if you order the right toppings! Curry, sour cream, cilantro, all the goodness, pile it on!

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    Ask the Community - Pel'meni

    Does anyone know if they make their Pel'meni in house or buy them from a supplier? Also, I cant seem to get the phone number provided on here to work. Any ideas on how I could get in touch with a manager or the owner? Help me out here Alaska!!

    They use to make it in house (many years ago), they opened another shop down south and that is most likely where they are making the dumplings now. I'm not sure if Dave is still the owner.

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