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CategoriesBakeries, Russian, Cafes
Location436 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA
Gift Tips
- Bring a gift card so recipients can sample several items—start with a bowl of borscht and a slice of honey cake (medovik) for a full savory-to-sweet experience.
- Order a few different piroshki (mushroom, potato, beef or cabbage) to share; the fried ones are best warm—toast them at home for extra crispness if taking them to go.
- Try the pelmeni with sour cream and a side of extra broth or butter; they pair nicely with a glass of the house-made kvas for a traditional taste.
- Pick up an assortment of pastries to-go (eclairs, napoleon, fruit turnovers) for a brunch gift—they travel well and make a memorable treat for guests.
- Plan visits on sunny days and include a note suggesting patio seating; the outdoor benches make for a relaxed, friendly meal in the Richmond neighborhood.
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Price$$
AmbienceClassy, Casual
Year Established1959
Cinderella Bakery & Cafe is a long-standing Russian bakery and cafe located in San Francisco’s Richmond District (near Balboa Street). Open since 1953, it serves homestyle Eastern European dishes alongside a crowded pastry case full of breads, turnovers, and layered cakes.
- Ambiance: Cozy, homey cafe with a sunny bakery counter and outdoor sidewalk seating in the Richmond District.
- Cuisine: Traditional Russian and Eastern European home-style dishes, plus a wide selection of freshly baked pastries and breads.
- Highlights: Oldest authentic Russian bakery in the Bay Area (est. 1953), house-made kvas, generous portions, and a large dessert selection including medovik and napoleon.
The cafe operates like a neighborhood staple: fast, friendly service and reasonable prices make it a comfortable spot for casual meals. Diners can choose from stick-to-your-ribs soups, dumplings, blinchiki, and grab-and-go salads that reflect home cooking passed down through generations.
Its bakery offerings are a big draw—dark and light rye loaves, flaky piroshki, eclairs, and several layered desserts are baked daily. Many customers enjoy sampling multiple items family-style, or picking up pastries and savory pies to take home. The outdoor seating makes it easy to enjoy a relaxed meal on a sunny day in the neighborhood.
Customer Reviews
I absolutely love Cinderella Bakery & Cafe. It's one of those rare places where you can order anything on the menu without overthinking - everything is... read review
Having lived in the Richmond for two years, I've been wanting to try Cinderella Bakery, but hadn't made it over yet (mostly because I usually eat dinner... read review
May the Borscht Be with You
Small Russian café and bakery located in SF's Inner Richmond neighborhood, and has actually been in operation here for nearly... read review
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02/19/2026
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