This was my first time trying Ukrainian food, and I was pleasantly surprised by how similar it feels to Asian cuisine in some ways! Everything was delicious — especially their pop-up specialty Cheburek, which completely won me over. 🥟 Pelmeni with Beef Basically the Eastern European version of beef dumplings — tastes almost identical! The wrapper has a slightly more doughy texture, which makes it chewier, and the filling is seasoned a bit more strongly. The biggest difference is that they serve it with smetana (sour cream) instead of vinegar or chili oil. 🥠 Cheburek This one made me laugh — it's literally like a Wuhan-style chicken Fried Dumpling！The only differences are that Cheburek tends to be smaller, with a thinner and crispier crust. The fillings come in two versions: beef or cheese. The cheese one tastes like a mix of mozzarella and feta with chopped spinach, while the beef version is well-marinated and full of flavor. 🥞 Syrnyky with Berry Sauce and Custard These are like the Eastern European take on mini cheese pancakes made with cottage cheese. The blueberry and custard sauces were light, not overly sweet — perfectly balanced. 🥪 Avocado Toast Classic A super generous serving of guacamole on top of untoasted sourdough bread, giving it that extra chewy bite. The soft-boiled egg on top ties everything together — simple, fresh, and filling. 🫖 Tea Set A beautifully presented tea set that came with Ukrainian-style tea cookies, jam, and sugar. The tea itself had a lovely fruity aroma and was the perfect ending to the meal. The tableware was beautifully designed, and the atmosphere was incredibly cozy and comfortable — a perfect place to relax and enjoy authentic Ukrainian flavors. Overall, it was such a fun and flavorful experience — comforting, hearty, and full of small surprises. Highly recommend if you're curious about Ukrainian cuisine!
Jeremy
This is my second visit here for lunch on a very busy Saturday. The food is excellent. Freshly prepared, with good quality ingredients, and absolutely delish. We had the chicken cutlets with potatoes, the crepes with salmon, the berry tart, and a chocolate eclair. All the food was excellent. I especially loved the mushroom sauce for the chicken cutlets. The crepes were very flavorful. The dessert were house made and well executed. The staff and service is warm and friendly. Let me also say that the barista-made coffee is fantastic and beautifully crafted and presented. My only complaints are that the prices are generally expensive for relatively small portion sizes. (The chicken cutlets entree was $21 for two 3” in diameter ground chicken “cutlets” with mashed potatoes and sauce. It was delicious but it seemed to be a small portion worth maybe $15-17.) I still enjoyed this restaurant, and I will return. Just stating my opinion. This is a counter service ordering restaurant with table service. The entire staff works as a team to serve the guests... and they are all so warm, caring, and will do anything for you.
Heidi
Fantastic! The best pizza I have had in years. The spicy chai tea is delicious and perfect on a cool day. The staff is lovely and everything is wonderful.
RONALD
A unique opportunity to try Ukrainian home cooked food unique in LA, and it does feel like Mom's home cooking. 
Oleksii
Very atmospheric pesto with authentic Ukrainian food, atmosphere and service. If you need new impressions, come here
Kateryna
Mom, Please is a cozy gem bringing the warmth of Ukrainian hospitality to every detail. The mlyntsi, borscht, and vareniki are bursting with flavor, and the atmosphere feels just like home. Highly recommend!
Kerry
This is one of our favorite places to sit outside and eat a bite - incredibly accessible for LMU students, too. The staff is always friendly and patient as I try to pronounce the food... and the food is always AMAZING! We have favorites but always try to get one new dish. We have net been disappointed yet - nor has anyone that we have brought with us. The outside tables are well-lit day or night and the heat lamps make outdoor seating comfortable year round. Do not pass by this GEM!
Valeriia
Beautiful place, delicious food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Syrniki
Arty Moroseev
So far I’ve only had a delivery from this place and the food was amazing. I tried their borscht and a honey cake. Both were delicious and the presentation was on point. I will stop by to try more dishes.
Resonate with all the other enthusiastic reviewers. How come that I never discovered this place before! Light and fluffy like clouds and infused with delightful cheesiness, the syrnyky could not be translated as “pancakes” as all pancakes become lackluster in front of them. The holubtsi were very satisfying too - what a treat into fall and winter. Think of the best home-cooking a talented mom/dad somewhere makes for her family everyday - wholesome, bringing happiness. Will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Syrnyky with Custard, Holubtsi with Beef
Brad Shen
Great food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Max Neuens
This place is amazing! The food is so delicious and the service is so kind and helpful! Been a regular since I moved to LA six months ago.
I would suggest getting their dumplings or their Ukrainian pancakes!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth Gebauer
Wonderful Ukrainian food and lovely outdoor seating that is comfortable and relaxed. It feels very Euro!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa
Beautiful cafe, excellent food. I wish I could have tried everything.
This was my first time trying Ukrainian food, and I was pleasantly surprised by how similar it feels to Asian cuisine in some ways! Everything was delicious — especially their pop-up specialty Cheburek, which completely won me over. 🥟 Pelmeni with Beef Basically the Eastern European version of beef dumplings — tastes almost identical! The wrapper has a slightly more doughy texture, which makes it chewier, and the filling is seasoned a bit more strongly. The biggest difference is that they serve it with smetana (sour cream) instead of vinegar or chili oil. 🥠 Cheburek This one made me laugh — it's literally like a Wuhan-style chicken Fried Dumpling！The only differences are that Cheburek tends to be smaller, with a thinner and crispier crust. The fillings come in two versions: beef or cheese. The cheese one tastes like a mix of mozzarella and feta with chopped spinach, while the beef version is well-marinated and full of flavor. 🥞 Syrnyky with Berry Sauce and Custard These are like the Eastern European take on mini cheese pancakes made with cottage cheese. The blueberry and custard sauces were light, not overly sweet — perfectly balanced. 🥪 Avocado Toast Classic A super generous serving of guacamole on top of untoasted sourdough bread, giving it that extra chewy bite. The soft-boiled egg on top ties everything together — simple, fresh, and filling. 🫖 Tea Set A beautifully presented tea set that came with Ukrainian-style tea cookies, jam, and sugar. The tea itself had a lovely fruity aroma and was the perfect ending to the meal. The tableware was beautifully designed, and the atmosphere was incredibly cozy and comfortable — a perfect place to relax and enjoy authentic Ukrainian flavors. Overall, it was such a fun and flavorful experience — comforting, hearty, and full of small surprises. Highly recommend if you're curious about Ukrainian cuisine!
This is my second visit here for lunch on a very busy Saturday. The food is excellent. Freshly prepared, with good quality ingredients, and absolutely delish. We had the chicken cutlets with potatoes, the crepes with salmon, the berry tart, and a chocolate eclair. All the food was excellent. I especially loved the mushroom sauce for the chicken cutlets. The crepes were very flavorful. The dessert were house made and well executed. The staff and service is warm and friendly. Let me also say that the barista-made coffee is fantastic and beautifully crafted and presented. My only complaints are that the prices are generally expensive for relatively small portion sizes. (The chicken cutlets entree was $21 for two 3” in diameter ground chicken “cutlets” with mashed potatoes and sauce. It was delicious but it seemed to be a small portion worth maybe $15-17.) I still enjoyed this restaurant, and I will return. Just stating my opinion. This is a counter service ordering restaurant with table service. The entire staff works as a team to serve the guests... and they are all so warm, caring, and will do anything for you.
Fantastic! The best pizza I have had in years. The spicy chai tea is delicious and perfect on a cool day. The staff is lovely and everything is wonderful.
A unique opportunity to try Ukrainian home cooked food unique in LA, and it does feel like Mom's home cooking. 
Very atmospheric pesto with authentic Ukrainian food, atmosphere and service. If you need new impressions, come here
Mom, Please is a cozy gem bringing the warmth of Ukrainian hospitality to every detail. The mlyntsi, borscht, and vareniki are bursting with flavor, and the atmosphere feels just like home. Highly recommend!
This is one of our favorite places to sit outside and eat a bite - incredibly accessible for LMU students, too. The staff is always friendly and patient as I try to pronounce the food... and the food is always AMAZING! We have favorites but always try to get one new dish. We have net been disappointed yet - nor has anyone that we have brought with us. The outside tables are well-lit day or night and the heat lamps make outdoor seating comfortable year round. Do not pass by this GEM!
Beautiful place, delicious food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Syrniki
So far I’ve only had a delivery from this place and the food was amazing. I tried their borscht and a honey cake. Both were delicious and the presentation was on point. I will stop by to try more dishes.
Food: 5
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Resonate with all the other enthusiastic reviewers. How come that I never discovered this place before! Light and fluffy like clouds and infused with delightful cheesiness, the syrnyky could not be translated as “pancakes” as all pancakes become lackluster in front of them. The holubtsi were very satisfying too - what a treat into fall and winter. Think of the best home-cooking a talented mom/dad somewhere makes for her family everyday - wholesome, bringing happiness. Will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Syrnyky with Custard, Holubtsi with Beef
Great food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is amazing! The food is so delicious and the service is so kind and helpful! Been a regular since I moved to LA six months ago.
I would suggest getting their dumplings or their Ukrainian pancakes!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful Ukrainian food and lovely outdoor seating that is comfortable and relaxed. It feels very Euro!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beautiful cafe, excellent food. I wish I could have tried everything.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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