The Best Russian Restaurants In San Francisco

"Whether you’re craving a big bowl of beet soup, various cured meats, or just want to pick up some quality chocolate on the way home, Gourmand Deli has it all. The shop is relatively small and can be easy to miss, but it quickly became one of my favorite delis and now I always leave here with way more than I came for. This place has all the staples: moskovskaya salami, lots of pickles, and other things like sauerkraut and turnips. They also have kvass, a fermented probiotic drink made from rye bread. The consensus on whether or not kvass is actually good is pretty split, but in case you need a chaser, kompot (a sweet fruit juice) is also a good choice." - aida agayeva