Adventuring out to try Russian cuisine doesn't require you to suffer through frigid temperatures, learn how to do multiple backflips (and land them impeccably) or want for toilet paper. Really. Instead, you can simply wander into the Inner Richmond and step into cozy Katia's — which focuses on hardy Russian dishes served with a smile. Start, of course, with the borscht, follow that with fluffy blinis and then get ready for the buttery/meaty/creamy/yummy main courses like the pozharski chicken cutlets, the pel'meni beef filled dumplings in broth, and the egglplant caviar.
Katia's Russian Restaurant
600 5th Ave., San Francisco | 415-668-9292