Elena's Cafe

This cafe is fantastic! They offer fresh, healthy, and delicious food, with all their dishes on display so you know exactly what you're getting. It’s a great spot for vegetarians and pescatarians. Their chai tea, matcha, and coffee are also amazing!

Elena’s Cafe is such a lovely and cozy spot! I was genuinely impressed by the wide selection of desserts – which is rare for most American-style cafes. Here, you’ll find not just a few pastries, but an entire variety: croissants, pies, cakes, eclairs, and more. I had the pistachio croissant, and it was absolutely delicious – rich and flavorful both inside and out. I might have also tried an eclair, and that was just as delightful! The atmosphere is warm and homey, with the option to sit inside or outside depending on your mood. Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, they offer a great menu with plenty of choices. We left with such a pleasant aftertaste – both literally and emotionally. I definitely recommend Elena’s Cafe and will be coming back for more!

Elena's Kitchen & Catering, located near Sacramento in North Highlands, is a hidden gem for those who appreciate homestyle Eastern European cuisine. The menu offers a delightful selection of comforting dishes, from rich and flavorful plov to tender chicken cutlets and delicious cheese blintzes. The soups, particularly the borscht, are well-loved for their deep, homemade flavors. Every dish is prepared with care, making the restaurant feel like a warm, welcoming space where food is made with heart. Service at Elena’s is just as exceptional as the food. The staff is friendly, attentive, and happy to offer recommendations for those unfamiliar with the cuisine. The portions are generous, and the quality is consistently excellent, making it a fantastic value for the price. Whether you’re looking for a casual meal or a catering option for a special event, Elena’s Kitchen delivers an authentic, five-star experience that keeps customers coming back.

I'm delighted with this cafe! Clean, beautiful and cozy. You can sit on the terrace or spend time with your family at a large table. A huge selection of dishes, the menu with photos is very helpful with the choice! The cafe staff is very nice and helpful, they speak English, Ukrainian and Russian. I advise you to choose Leo's special or cherry dumplings, it was very tasty! You can also take away food, there is everything from cakes to delicious meat.

This is, by far, my favorite cafe! The food is super fresh and very delicious. Friendly staff. Must visit! P.s. Try their salmon toast, its incredible!

Food is very good,have enough choices. It's clean inside,with lots of seating inside and outside. Staff is very friendly.

Great place, mostly Ukrainian/Russian influenced. Everyone is friendly, but it seems they're not as outgoing as most Americans. Everyone keeps to themselves, and that's fine. I only mention this because when you ask what language you're seeing on their alternative menu/posted text, they may get a bit defensive. I'm guessing they get a few people who come in here with their political bias. This isn't the place for that. Great place. I will be coming here every time I'm in this area.

Based on recommendation from a family photographer, we had Elena's Cafe cater our baby shower. I can honestly say that I was thoroughly impressed with the display and the taste of everything that they brought. From the savory dishes to the mini desserts to the cake, everything was fantastic. We have since been by several times just to pick up a few things here and there for our own meals and it is still just as good. 100% recommend this place to anybody who wants to try some real Eastern European food made with high quality ingredients. Thank you Elena's Cafe!