Pre-Valentine's dinner was perfect. We were a bit early and the staff was accommodating. The service was superb and the food which we ordered a prefix menu was outstanding. Would definitely go back for date night or a special occasion. Wonderful time. 
Jim
We had a great experience at Lele Kitchen. The food was delicious and inventive. I particularly enjoyed the smoked trout drakini, buckwheat blini and roe, and the rabbit and tart cherry porcini pandorti. The server and staff were very friendly, funny, and helpful. Despite this restaurant being a little out of the way for us, it will definitely be a return visit.
Chandana
Hidden Gem. The chef has brought in the fusion (California with Eastern Europe) so well, full of flavors, colors, and taste. I have never had a chef give me ice cream with pine cones. Each dish is a piece of art, which is also very true to every item and its respective flavors used to create it. It was a pleasure dining here, and we will def be coming back here for more.
Gabe
Lele was a wonderful dining experience. You will likely find yourself trying something new, and creatively delicious. The staff and service were top notch. I foresee a Michelin star in the near future! Highly recommended.
Regina
Food is excellent! Service is excellent! The volume of the music made it difficult to fully appreciate the dining experience :( It was hard to hold a conversation and even to hear the server describe the wonderful dishes.
Larry
I'd like to introduce you to an amazing and truly under the radar South Bay restaurant. It's called Lelé Kitchen. I went for my third time and ordered the “Trust the Chef” menu. You know how we love and appreciate a Submariner and then we see an MB&F it blows our mind that 2 watches can perform the same function but one changes our perception of what that function. This was not my first experience of culinary greatness, however it was my first “meal” from someone who is not known worldwide (or a social media star). What blows my mind is that is amazing restaurant is 1. Located in a strip mall (used to be a Starbucks) on the Los Gatos/West San Jose border; 2. Was only 2/3 full on a Friday night; and 3. Is priced reasonably for what you get. I would describe the cuisine as Eastern European/Baltic flavors meet Alice Waters prepared by Dominique Crenn. I'm a foodie but don't pawn myself off as an everyday gourmet. I'm a fish, chicken, pizza and hamburger guy, but I've been around enough to recognize “craft.” I highly recommend you give Lele's Kitchen a try. It is a dining experience that will leave you with a big smile without insulting your wallet.
Robyn
We chose to go with the tasting menu. The chef was great in replacing items we did not wa t or could not eat. All food was amazing in taste and presentation. Great date night out.
Andrew Shen
Great cafe/bakery with indoor and limited outdoor seating. Service was very good. We tried an array of items, including bakery items as well as cooked to order entrees like the pancakes, shakshouka, salmon, and the turkey sandwich. All were very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oksana kleo
I like this cozy little place even though it gets super packed on the weekends. The food is great, the coffee is good and pastries are tasty. However, what i don't like is that the portions seem to get smaller and smaller every time we come back. We ordered 3 dishes and 2 drinks for 2 people which came out to $80 + a tip, but the amount of food we got left us almost hungry. The bathroom also needs some dusting. I also don't like the fact that they don't have a dedicated area for food that's coming, they put it on a counter where they take orders at the sane time and call your name. This is not sanitary and inconvenient, I'd rather they brought the food to a table or put it in a dedicated space and clearly call your name, or give a buzzer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
ANASTASIA
We’ve been here 4 times in the last couple of months, and it has never disappointed. It’s a sweet modern breakfast and lunch corner with a nice variety of delightful Eastern European pastries that aren’t overly sweet. Breakfast items are fresh and delicious too.
The ladies at the cash register are always friendly and helpful.
I wasn’t a big fan of their Oblepikha (Sea Buckthorn) tea. Perhaps, some honey would be an excellent addition to bring out a flavor of Sea Buckthorn
Keep in mind the place is on a smaller side and can get crowded during peak hours.
Fantastic and creative dishes accompanied by warm and caring service. This is a gem of a restaurant located in Los Gatos.
Agnieszka Brulińska
One of our fav spots for breakfast in the neighborhood. The coffee is so good and they have healthy options for breakfast. My kid loves the syrniki
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Isabel Limosnero
The cafe is located in a picturesque area surrounded by mountains. I had the canelé and it was custardy and perfectly caramelized! Really bustling at 1130 am on a Thursday, with a very cozy, pretty and festive atmosphere. Some people are working here with coffee and light snacks, and others are having a full meal with others like a restaurant. I'll be coming back if I'm in the area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stacey Kotova
This place is great, but I want to bring the owner's attention to the fact that it looks pretty rude when the cashier at the register rolls her eyes and 'makes a face' during the customer's order. Also, when we asked her additional questions later, she made an uncontented face again and, with no answer, pointed in the direction with her eyes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
Rahul Gandhi
Outstanding bakery, I love their kartoshka, basque cheesecake, raspberry brownie.
Pre-Valentine's dinner was perfect. We were a bit early and the staff was accommodating. The service was superb and the food which we ordered a prefix menu was outstanding. Would definitely go back for date night or a special occasion. Wonderful time. 
We had a great experience at Lele Kitchen. The food was delicious and inventive. I particularly enjoyed the smoked trout drakini, buckwheat blini and roe, and the rabbit and tart cherry porcini pandorti. The server and staff were very friendly, funny, and helpful. Despite this restaurant being a little out of the way for us, it will definitely be a return visit.
Hidden Gem. The chef has brought in the fusion (California with Eastern Europe) so well, full of flavors, colors, and taste. I have never had a chef give me ice cream with pine cones. Each dish is a piece of art, which is also very true to every item and its respective flavors used to create it. It was a pleasure dining here, and we will def be coming back here for more.
Lele was a wonderful dining experience. You will likely find yourself trying something new, and creatively delicious. The staff and service were top notch. I foresee a Michelin star in the near future! Highly recommended.
Food is excellent! Service is excellent! The volume of the music made it difficult to fully appreciate the dining experience :( It was hard to hold a conversation and even to hear the server describe the wonderful dishes.
I'd like to introduce you to an amazing and truly under the radar South Bay restaurant. It's called Lelé Kitchen. I went for my third time and ordered the “Trust the Chef” menu. You know how we love and appreciate a Submariner and then we see an MB&F it blows our mind that 2 watches can perform the same function but one changes our perception of what that function. This was not my first experience of culinary greatness, however it was my first “meal” from someone who is not known worldwide (or a social media star). What blows my mind is that is amazing restaurant is 1. Located in a strip mall (used to be a Starbucks) on the Los Gatos/West San Jose border; 2. Was only 2/3 full on a Friday night; and 3. Is priced reasonably for what you get. I would describe the cuisine as Eastern European/Baltic flavors meet Alice Waters prepared by Dominique Crenn. I'm a foodie but don't pawn myself off as an everyday gourmet. I'm a fish, chicken, pizza and hamburger guy, but I've been around enough to recognize “craft.” I highly recommend you give Lele's Kitchen a try. It is a dining experience that will leave you with a big smile without insulting your wallet.
We chose to go with the tasting menu. The chef was great in replacing items we did not wa t or could not eat. All food was amazing in taste and presentation. Great date night out.
Great cafe/bakery with indoor and limited outdoor seating. Service was very good. We tried an array of items, including bakery items as well as cooked to order entrees like the pancakes, shakshouka, salmon, and the turkey sandwich. All were very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I like this cozy little place even though it gets super packed on the weekends. The food is great, the coffee is good and pastries are tasty. However, what i don't like is that the portions seem to get smaller and smaller every time we come back. We ordered 3 dishes and 2 drinks for 2 people which came out to $80 + a tip, but the amount of food we got left us almost hungry. The bathroom also needs some dusting. I also don't like the fact that they don't have a dedicated area for food that's coming, they put it on a counter where they take orders at the sane time and call your name. This is not sanitary and inconvenient, I'd rather they brought the food to a table or put it in a dedicated space and clearly call your name, or give a buzzer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
We’ve been here 4 times in the last couple of months, and it has never disappointed. It’s a sweet modern breakfast and lunch corner with a nice variety of delightful Eastern European pastries that aren’t overly sweet. Breakfast items are fresh and delicious too.
The ladies at the cash register are always friendly and helpful.
I wasn’t a big fan of their Oblepikha (Sea Buckthorn) tea. Perhaps, some honey would be an excellent addition to bring out a flavor of Sea Buckthorn
Keep in mind the place is on a smaller side and can get crowded during peak hours.
Restaurantji Recommends
Fantastic and creative dishes accompanied by warm and caring service. This is a gem of a restaurant located in Los Gatos.
One of our fav spots for breakfast in the neighborhood. The coffee is so good and they have healthy options for breakfast. My kid loves the syrniki
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The cafe is located in a picturesque area surrounded by mountains. I had the canelé and it was custardy and perfectly caramelized! Really bustling at 1130 am on a Thursday, with a very cozy, pretty and festive atmosphere. Some people are working here with coffee and light snacks, and others are having a full meal with others like a restaurant. I'll be coming back if I'm in the area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is great, but I want to bring the owner's attention to the fact that it looks pretty rude when the cashier at the register rolls her eyes and 'makes a face' during the customer's order. Also, when we asked her additional questions later, she made an uncontented face again and, with no answer, pointed in the direction with her eyes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
Outstanding bakery, I love their kartoshka, basque cheesecake, raspberry brownie.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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