321395 Mon Aug 28 17:18:05 -0700 2006 157 2 Los Angeles Area 0 1838139 Hello. I'm looking for great breakfast spots anywhere in the LA area. Good food, atmosphere, and value. What would you recommend? Mon Aug 28 17:18:05 -0700 2006 28796 kerbear04 1 1838340 Cafe Verona on La Brea. Campanile (olive oil fried eggs) for a weekend splurge. Mon Aug 28 18:20:56 -0700 2006 1838139 28935 at4 2 3160912 I will second Cafe Verona. They have a fairly limited breakfast menu, but the food is so so good. I love the pureed sweet potatoes instead of ordinary breakfast potatoes. And the service is excellent. Wed Nov 28 04:55:29 -0800 2007 1838340 44504 Sugar Jones 1 1838367 I'm not must for atmosphere, but here are a few suggestions that definitely have it in for great food and pretty good value: The latest LA breakfast craze is Square One, on Fountain west of Vermont. They have great, innovative dishes, using fresh, local ingredients. Everything I've had there has been great: I especially like the baked egg dishes, gritz and anything with bacon or ham. I love the egg dishes and pastries at Backdoor Bakery in Silverlake and their hashbrowns may be the best in town. Not much seating room but a great little place. There's always dim sum in San Gabriel...NBC, Sea Harbor, 888, etc. Mon Aug 28 18:29:35 -0700 2006 1838139 10132 sku 2 3012438 square one is great..phil the owner is most gracious...the breakfast quesadilla at backdoor is awesome (great grilled veggies)..and I also like breakfast burrito at mustard seed on hillhurst...again, nice grilled veggies.. late night, pacific dining car downtown for steak and eggs, and blueberry pancakes! auntie em's eagle rock does a mean bagel with egg dish, vegetable pie and fresh salads with corn and various veggies..best on weekdays (less crowded) LB Sun Oct 07 12:00:50 -0700 2007 1838367 98230 limaboy 1 1838423 If you can make it at least within half an hour after opening I recommend S&W country diner... 9748 Washington Blvd. I love their hearty breakfasts of corned beef hash, hash browns and eggs. Tons of other choices too. The only problem is, like most popular LA breakfast joints, once 11 am rolls around you're going to be standing outside for an hour. Mon Aug 28 18:45:52 -0700 2006 1838139 15469 pirikara 1 1838960 I agree about brunch Campanile (weekends only). It's very good. In addition, I really like (in no particular order) The Pacific Dining Car (http://www.pacificdiningcar.com/ ) downtown. Excellent breakfasts in a great, old-time LA atmosphere. Went last weekend and had an absolutely wonderful sirloin steak and fried eggs with extra crispy hash browns and toasted English muffin. Superb. (And being open 24/7 is a nice touch.) A bit on the expensive side, but still, I think, a great value. Ammo (1155 North Highland Ave., (323) 871-2666). I've only been on weekends, and I'm not sure if they serve breakfast during the week. In any case, great baked items (scones, muffins) and good egg dishes. Also, they have a nice selection of teas and coffee drinks. A bit on the pricey side, but nice. (Also, not breakfast, but their brown rice with veggies and chicken is really good, in a macro-neurotic sort of way.) The Original Pancake House (1418 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, (714) 535-9815, http://www.originalpancakehouse.com/ ). I've only been to the Anaheim branch, and the other local stores have gotten less consistent reviews here. Also, it's a bit of a drive, but I love this place. Went for breakfast on Sunday, and shared their amazing apple pancake and a mushroom and cheese omelette. Also, their German pancakes and their corned beef hash and eggs are excellent. Great food, friendly service, and an overall great value. It gets crowded on weekends, but the turn over is pretty high so the wait isn't usually too long. (Or, get there before 8:30 or so and walk right in.) Mon Aug 28 21:25:01 -0700 2006 1838139 10134 David Kahn 2 1839738 The Jury is still out for me on Pacific Dining Car. And, let me tell you that I gave this place a shot. I live so close to the SM location. And, it's one of the few 24 hr restaurants close by that I visit when I'm jonesing for pancakes at 3 AM. While it's better than Izzy's Deli (and not by much), the breakfast items really fall short: the pancake batter is salty; I've seen better eggs benedict just about anyplace else; and the bread they use is just terrible. Oh, and not to mention, the downtown location got a "B" from the Department of Health. I much prefer places like TallyRand in Burbank for their perfect pancakes, Shutters (of course), Doughboys, The Gridle on Sunset, and IHOP (I know, I know). Tue Aug 29 03:08:43 -0700 2006 1838960 26854 Frank_Santa_Monica 3 1840874 I like Tallyrand and in particular, their chicken club sandwiches, a lot. Tallyrand breakfasts tend to be a bit heavy on the butter/sour cream/cheese for me; they're good, but calorically dense. Also, in a pinch, I will grab breakfast at an IHOP. That said, while I've not tried the Santa Monica PDC, I have yet to have a breakfast at IHOP (or the Griddle, for that matter) that I thought was anywhere near as good as the downtown PDC. I guess that's what makes markets, though; different strokes for different folks. Tue Aug 29 17:51:00 -0700 2006 1839738 10134 David Kahn 3 2730353 I absolutely agree re PDC in Santa Monica. It's dreadful. I've been twice in the past few months and they keep getting it wrong. On one of these visits I ordered an omelet. When it was brought to the table, the cheese inside wasn't warm enough to have melted. On the other visit I had to send my poached eggs back to the kitchen three times because they kept coming to the table hard-boiled. Sun Jul 08 17:24:29 -0700 2007 1839738 92059 pinpei 3 3011750 A "B" in the window means nothing. Sun Oct 07 03:13:09 -0700 2007 1839738 20664 therealbigtasty 4 3012090 I like to think of "B" ratings as standing for "Better." Sun Oct 07 08:18:21 -0700 2007 3011750 64003 bulavinaka 3 3012433 although the food is excellent, i don't think shutters qualifies for consideration when you're looking for 'value.' Sun Oct 07 11:57:57 -0700 2007 1839738 103920 goodhealthgourmet 3 5021255 re: your opinion of Pacific Dining Car if you had consumed a couple of their bloody marys before trying the food, you would have liked the food more. . . . . Thu Sep 10 22:27:48 -0700 2009 1839738 11935 westsidegal 2 1841063 I had breakfast at Pacific Dining car this past Sunday as well. We had EB and the other breakfast combo plate. The Hollandaise sauce was very creamy and rich. The sausage, pancake...everything is excellent. Very traditional, very pricey ($16+), but quite an experience~ Tue Aug 29 18:51:41 -0700 2006 1838960 23129 melodyn 2 2734908 OPH is great, and the Anaheim location is a charming old building, but all the Orange County branches have lousy coffee for some reason. A new branch is supposed to open at 3322 E. Chapman Ave. in Orange later this year, and OPH central has informed me they expect them to use real "OPH coffee." By the way, they're famous for their apple and German pancakes, but don't overlook the Swedish and pecan pancakes and the 49'er Flap Jacks. I've been eating breakfast at the PDC (both locations) for more than 25 years, and IMHO the only thing to order is the breakfast filet and eggs. The meat is excellent, the potatoes are excellent, and the coffee can be good, but get them to make a fresh pot if you arrive in the wee hours. Tue Jul 10 01:09:32 -0700 2007 1838960 77350 sbritchky 2 3441668 The Pacific Dining Car is my Fav. breakfast spot in LA. The Tam O'Shanter has a very good sunday brunch...old fashioned, solid cooking, good drinks Wed Feb 27 16:51:43 -0800 2008 1838960 60617 rednyellow 1 1839026 For something out of the ordinary... try Guelaguetza for breakfast. Oaxacan food. 3337 1/2 W. 8th St. Los Angeles, 90005 I've only been to the Koreatown one, but the breakfasts are great and very inexpensive. Mon Aug 28 21:50:20 -0700 2006 1838139 28006 Jennalynn 1 1839123 How about in Sherman Oaks area? Mon Aug 28 22:29:30 -0700 2006 1838139 27045 cbee 2 1839539 a great place for breakfast in Sherman Oaks is Jinky's... on weekends you may experience a long wait, but i think it's worth it... the food is always fresh and it is very family friendly... Jinky's 14120 Ventura Blvd. (near corner of Hazeltine) Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 (818) 981-2250 Tue Aug 29 01:21:01 -0700 2006 1839123 29298 Jonnycorn 3 1849859 Jinky's has the most amazing Flakey French Toast: thick egg bread dipped in batter then dipped again honey-nut flakes then fried. to die for. And their breakfast burritos, I think they have 2, are large and served with the most amazing Pea gaucamole, that's sweet and savory. Yum. Sat Sep 02 02:09:38 -0700 2006 1839539 25247 Veggietales 4 5021258 if the subject is french toast, then the french toast served at brunch at 26 beach restaurant must be mentioned. Thu Sep 10 22:29:03 -0700 2009 1849859 11935 westsidegal 2 3154400 I listed a bunch of places that I like, below. But in the Sherman Oaks, Studio City area my favorites are Aroma Cafe on Tujunga in Studio City, and Jinky's on Ventura in Sherman Oaks. Both will have lines on the weekends. I also like Mo's in Burbank (not too far away) for their champagne brunch -- definitely on Sundays, but they may have it on Saturdays as well. Sun Nov 25 21:37:37 -0800 2007 1839123 143085 soccerandlost 3 3158506 Aroma is so good - one of the best breakfast places in all of LA. Great food and great atmosphere. Tue Nov 27 10:06:58 -0800 2007 3154400 21400 mattesq 1 1839290 Corner Cottage in Burbank, best breakfast burritos around. Simple, Eggs/meat/cheese/hashbrowns/salsa. Delicious and cheap. Usually there is a line later in the morning and they only serve till 11am. If you get there after 10 or on a Saturday there is always a line. Corner of Verdugo and Victory. Mon Aug 28 23:34:13 -0700 2006 1838139 29265 leemike337 2 1849861 I average about 1 a week. I can't help it. IT's the homemade salsa. IT's not tomato based so it doesn't taste like everyone else's in town. Sat Sep 02 02:10:43 -0700 2006 1839290 25247 Veggietales 2 2739187 they have the best breakfast burritos ever! Wed Jul 11 08:41:06 -0700 2007 1839290 48867 missybocou 2 4569631 Their breakfast burritos are the best....they will also customize them to have less potatoes, more meat, more egg, etc. Sun Apr 05 14:56:58 -0700 2009 1839290 163119 chesone 1 1840902 Almandine on Wilshire. Real French croissants that are buttery and flaky. Almond croissants with just the right amount of marzapain so that it is not too sweet or heavy. Pear danish. Peach danish. Banana danish. Mmmmmmm. Excellent quiches and omelettes. Plus, you can get a little dessert after your breakfast. Cheesecakes, fruit tarts and chocolate cake. Tue Aug 29 17:59:39 -0700 2006 1838139 23630 mielimato 2 3144561 Second Almandine for the croissants- they are the best around Tue Nov 20 23:08:28 -0800 2007 1840902 43277 miffy 3 3441653 amandine is incredible--their omelettes are delicious, and you have to try their french toast with berries. (of course, their pastries are lovely too, but since we're talking breakfast...) Wed Feb 27 16:46:12 -0800 2008 3144561 100415 hippodeir 2 3772663 I second the vote for Almadine - so many choices, so little time. Cannot believe that no one has said Cora's Coffee Shop in Santa Monica - their orange pancakes are heaven - especially with blueberries - baked goods here are fabulous - European style goodness. Wed Jun 11 20:49:59 -0700 2008 1840902 125343 prainer 2 4536456 can you post a link to Almandine? Is it actually Amandine? http://losangeles.citysearch.com/profile/38547517 Wed Mar 25 07:51:52 -0700 2009 1840902 244667 rianael1 3 4536750 It's Amandine. Wed Mar 25 09:18:00 -0700 2009 4536456 198245 a213b 1 1841077 Aunti Em's Kitchen at Eagle rock, inventive egg breakfast (I had a brie, shitake mushroom scramble), pretty and tasty waffles...etc. search the name on the boards here and you'd find many entries. Yung Ho Dou Jiang at San Gabriel, Mandarin breakfast with different kinds of soymilk and fried breadsticks Atlantic Cafe at Pasadena, Cuban breakfast Michel Richard on 3rd, for croissants, pates. I second Amandine, get it all there: breakfast, coffee, soup, pastries, cakes. Tue Aug 29 18:57:33 -0700 2006 1838139 23129 melodyn 1 1841245 My favorites: Clementines-all baked goods Hugos-Very creative egg dishes, alot of vegetarian fare Casbah Cafe in Silverlake-great coffee drinks, and salads Auntie Em's-Lobster Scramble, Sticky Buns and tasty all you can drink coffee Tue Aug 29 19:49:39 -0700 2006 1838139 21497 sambrown3 2 1841281 nice list. thanks. Tue Aug 29 20:00:15 -0700 2006 1841245 22959 revets2 2 3160666 casbah has mean women behind the counter that talk about you in spanish because they think you don't speak spanish, and auntie em's has that horrible entryway where people stand right behind you breathing in your earhole beacuse you have to order before youre seated and then fight them for the one table someone might leave. Tue Nov 27 22:29:04 -0800 2007 1841245 118734 carolinevalentine 3 3448811 Auntie Ems changed their ordering/seating system sometime in June or July - now they have table service, and a wait list. It took a few months to get the kinks figured out, but now the new system works great! Fri Feb 29 22:02:30 -0800 2008 3160666 33727 patz 1 1841283 Bread and Porridge, the most amazing omelets in the city, they bring out fresh black beans and fresh pico de gallo with each order, the BEST. it's just that it's on the westside, so it's not easy for us eastsiders Tue Aug 29 20:01:30 -0700 2006 1838139 29316 basilboy 1 1841315 No votes for the Original Pantry, Richard Riordan's place? Has something changed? It's been years since I was there for breakfast, but a late dinner there recently was as good as ever... Tue Aug 29 20:12:22 -0700 2006 1838139 28059 jeffskal 2 1841715 The Original Pantry is great if you don't mind the guy at the next table shooting up. Tue Aug 29 22:29:23 -0700 2006 1841315 20002 Hunter 3 1861905 It doesn't matter to me if the guy at a table (I have only sat at the counter for too many years) shoots anything except me and my date. I've been there in black tie after events with shitty food at 2:00 am and at more conventional times as well. If you avoid the dreaded ham, their breakfasts are extremely difficult to beat for simple fare for the price. OK, Hounds, tear me apart for this equivocal defense of the Pantry breakfast. Fri Sep 08 03:30:09 -0700 2006 1841715 14405 TomSwift 4 1861918 Back when I was younger and more foolish, I would not infrequently pull an all-nighter at the job which was practically around the corner from 9th & Fig, a Pantry breakfast would certainly take the edge off of one of those shifts. I always also enjoyed the relish bowl, loaf of sour dough bread, and pot roast, gravy, canned green beans and mashed potatoes at lunch, basic, filling, working man fare. Fri Sep 08 03:35:17 -0700 2006 1861905 10059 ChinoWayne 5 1864558 That sounds like a whole lot of pot roast, mashed and gravy, but that is not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, to me it sounds like a really good thing. One of the things that The Pantry excells at, IMO, is the braised meats like pot roast and short ribs. Since I'm downtown usually only in the early morning (when they don't have the braised meats yet) the traditional breakfast is the only option. Especially since I frequently go to Langer's for a sandwich after court, so a heavy breakfast would impede the noon meal. Sat Sep 09 03:58:41 -0700 2006 1861918 14405 TomSwift 5 1865231 Yes, it was a big plate of food Tom, the other local thast we would hang out in was half a block south on Figueroa, the "Down Under". It was a bar at a motel, downstairs, under their coffee shop (don't know if it is still there). All you can eat buffet lunch in a dark bar. So we'd get a drink or two and have another nice, filling lunch, watch some TV or play Pong. Sat Sep 09 18:11:41 -0700 2006 1861918 10059 ChinoWayne 1 1841364 ONE PICO at Shutters. Tue Aug 29 20:27:43 -0700 2006 1838139 11583 ipsedixit 2 1842447 i think One Pico at shutters is only average for breakfast. in all honesty i've yet to have a great breakfast in this city... Wed Aug 30 07:14:09 -0700 2006 1841364 15114 epop 1 1841929 i'm a huge fan of caffe latte on Wilshire? it's a little tight in there, but the food is great and the muffins rock! Wed Aug 30 00:09:28 -0700 2006 1838139 24083 spressogeek 1 1842020 We enjoy the following places for breakfast: Off Vine (Hollywood) Marstons (Pasadena) Porta Via (Beverly Hills) Hugo's (Studio City) Cafe Montana (Santa Monica) Wed Aug 30 01:07:22 -0700 2006 1838139 26590 socalqtpi 2 2744242 Of these, Martha's gets my vote. It's also the best place to take your relatives visiting from Chicago, right off the beach and lots of outdoor tables. Get there early on the weekends. Thu Jul 12 13:53:01 -0700 2007 1842020 85122 singing4supper 1 1842192 South Bay rules for breakfast spots, in no particular order... Ocean Diner Martha's Uncle Bills The Local Yolk(try the turkey hash and eggs, yum) Wed Aug 30 02:52:41 -0700 2006 1838139 10906 Fresser 2 3144586 I completely agree and would add La Playita in Hermosa Tue Nov 20 23:28:40 -0800 2007 1842192 92059 pinpei 2 4569637 Also CJ's in Redondo on Catalina S. of Torrance. Sun Apr 05 14:58:52 -0700 2009 1842192 163119 chesone 1 1850121 LeRoy's in Monrovia. Sat Sep 02 05:18:22 -0700 2006 1838139 15678 eartha 1 1850728 Sabor a Mexico taqueria and grill on 8940 national blvd between roberston and venice Best authentic non-frozen breakfast. it's cooked while u watch. definately try their breakfast burritos and eggs a la mexicana. they have a very extensive menu to choose from. the milkshakes and freshly squeezed juices are all natural. u should try it...very clean and appealing place to eat indoors or outdoor on the patio. Sat Sep 02 19:09:30 -0700 2006 1838139 33245 jayden 1 1852657 Square One gets my vote. Had pancakes this morning with a fresh homemade caramel sauce made with bacon drippings! God, pig heaven. Also, the chanterelle, grits, and egg bake was spectacular and comes with toast from the Bread Bar. My wife hade a brioche, egg, and and frisee dish that was delicious. Also, homemade coffee cake, brioche, other baked goodies made it the only meal needed for the day. Mon Sep 04 06:00:17 -0700 2006 1838139 19821 gearoy 2 3011518 Yes! My boyfriend and I had breakfast at Square One this morning. Although the service was a bit slow, and the orange juice overpriced ($6 a glass!), the chorizo omelette was delicious, spicy goodness. We sat outside on the very relaxing patio. My boyfriend got the bacon, mozzarella, and spinach omelette, which was also very good. But the real showstopper was the stone-ground grits that he got as a side item. Wow! Worth the trip just for those grits. Square One 4854 Fountain in Silverlake. Sat Oct 06 21:00:00 -0700 2007 1852657 132700 Meals 1 1853267 In the city proper we like Kokomo's at the Farmer's Market. But if I was in town I'd make the drive to Brent's Deli in Northridge. Mon Sep 04 19:25:38 -0700 2006 1838139 10576 GroovinGourmet 1 1853357 Brickhouse Kitchen. 826 Hampton Dr, Venice, CA 90291 Mon Sep 04 20:20:10 -0700 2006 1838139 21341 hrhboo 1 1853366 Huevos rancheros or con chorizo served in the original old kitchen side at Mi India Bonita in ELA Mon Sep 04 20:26:31 -0700 2006 1838139 14558 Ernie 2 3160413 Hey Ernie, I too think Mi India Bonita has great huevos rancheros, try it with a piece of queso fresco on the side. For homemade mexican its always good-Her sopa de albondigas is the best, next to my late Abuela's. Tue Nov 27 20:14:32 -0800 2007 1853366 145565 Sarsa 3 3161782 lol! I didn't see Ernie's post.... oops. That's cool I'm glad I'm not the only one here who's tried MIA's huevos dishes. Wed Nov 28 10:04:20 -0800 2007 3160413 22375 snooze button 1 1861799 Jans Coffee Shop on Beverly Blvd. This place definatly does not have atmosphere, but it is my favorite place for a satisfying, tasty, and very well priced breakfast/brunch in LA. I always get one of their omlettes. Fri Sep 08 02:34:22 -0700 2006 1838139 29325 jlq3d3 2 2729531 Breakfast at Jans in inedible. Run. Sun Jul 08 11:32:55 -0700 2007 1861799 17629 blevine99 1 2734916 Buckwheat cakes at Pantry (nice with ham and eggs)... breakfast quesadilla at Backdoor Bakery in Silverlake.. corn flake french toast at Marston's Pasadena... Paradise Cove in malibu (mainly for view...peaceful vibe..make your own toast!)... Cha Cha Cha Silverlake..seafood omelette, or jerk items.. Ned's in NoHo for EB... Aroma in Studio City for omelettes... Barrons in NoHo and La Belle Epoque used to rock..but both RIP. LB Tue Jul 10 01:44:19 -0700 2007 1838139 98230 limaboy 1 2735995 I'm a breakfast fanatic. I would be more than happy to pretty much only eat brunch. I hate to give away my spots, but here are my top 3... -Cafe Dana on Montana in Santa Monica has the best egg scrambles, one of the only places I've been to where the eggs aren't greasy at all. Atmosphere is nice outside in the sun watching wealthy women in yoga gear pushing baby strollers and walking dogs, entertaining for everyone. -Amandine on Wilshire in west LA, excellent for anything sweet in the morning. Be warned, they honestly do not have orange juice though. I'd never heard of a place serving breakfast and not having orange juice. And the space can get crowded. -John O'Groats, always a line, any time of day, but the staff is incredibly friendly. The food is excellent, really good diner breakfast food. People I've been with have raved about the pancakes. I crave the vegetarian hash. Tue Jul 10 10:30:11 -0700 2007 1838139 90988 hyacinthgirl 1 2737006 GRUB! Grub is amazing. I went there for the first time last week and was shoked at how good my breakfast was. The bacon, the breakfast burrito, the french toast. Everything was so yummy! And the restaurants in a very cute little house Tue Jul 10 14:22:41 -0700 2007 1838139 110910 juniorfoodie08 1 2737154 i have yet to find a GREAT breakfast spot in LA, but here are a couple of my personal hangouts: lovely/great service/affordable for the high quality: JOE's Abbot Kinney/Venice Beach for brunch. polite service / good quality food and most expensive brunch entree is 16 bucks. a steal. good patio area/yummy breakfast sandwiches/mimosa's/for out of towners & guests - ROSE CAFE santa monica midpriced/ good people watching - HIGHLAND GROUNDS hollywood / FRED 62 los feliz / DOUGHBOYS on 3rd street (although i like their lunch items better) but be prepared to wait an hour on weekends i also vouch for the pantry in downtown (cheap prices-around $10 and under), clementines in century city(around $15-20) and campanile ($20 and up). Tue Jul 10 15:02:00 -0700 2007 1838139 103131 flavasista 1 2737190 My favorites: Bloom Cafe: huevos rancheros, blueberry pancakes 3 Square: apple pancake, ham/egg/cheese panini Square One: breakfast sandwhich, fruit bowl, muffin of the day Cow's End: Big Bull wrap Kokomo: pumpkin pancakes Gilbert's: chilaquiles and a bloody maria Cora's: more for the atmosphere than the breakfast food but still solid Rose Cafe: ham and cheese omelette Surfas: breakfast sandwhiches Pann's : yum...everything but make sure you get a biscuit with whatever you order I think all of these have good value and atmosphere. Tue Jul 10 15:14:55 -0700 2007 1838139 12268 mollyomormon 2 3012106 Give me 3 Square and Pann's any day. Also S&W and the Brickhouse for stick to your ribs breakfasts... Sun Oct 07 08:26:24 -0700 2007 2737190 64003 bulavinaka 1 2737982 Okay, I personally love Marmalade Cafe. There are two locations which I frequent (one in sherman oaks, and another in calabasas). The Calabasas locations has a beautiful patio area if you prefer to eat outside. They have some of the best eggs benedict I've had to date. Tue Jul 10 19:40:33 -0700 2007 1838139 111008 illuminum 1 2738181 Pantry - Combination omlet (ham and cheese) well done hash browns and well done toast. It is a thing of beauty. Tue Jul 10 20:47:23 -0700 2007 1838139 21400 mattesq 1 2738584 My two favorite breakfast joints are Eat at Joe's in Redondo Beach and Doughboys. Location obviously puts me at Doughboys more often, but I like Joe's a lot also. Wed Jul 11 04:42:17 -0700 2007 1838139 50350 SauceSupreme 2 3012102 If Angelenos got frequent driver miles, you could cash them in and retire by now... Sun Oct 07 08:24:51 -0700 2007 2738584 64003 bulavinaka 2 3012428 i was going to mention eat at Joe's and you beat me too it . good call. Sun Oct 07 11:54:53 -0700 2007 2738584 117046 kevin444usa 1 2738664 not a great breakfast spot, but they offer three great breakfast menu items: dinah's family restaurant (near LAX) the ONLY things to get are: the baked german pancake the baked apple pancake the chile relleno omlette Wed Jul 11 05:56:14 -0700 2007 1838139 11935 westsidegal 2 3144571 Not a breakfast item- but they have the best ribs and fried chicken Tue Nov 20 23:12:45 -0800 2007 2738664 43277 miffy 1 3011574 Auntie Ems in Eagle Rock! they're still working out some kinks in the switch to all-table service (you used to order at the counter and just grab an open table), but the food is amazing - and the cupcakes are a great way to finish your meal! Sat Oct 06 21:30:36 -0700 2007 1838139 33727 patz 1 3012294 Doughboys (but they have had health dept problems) Sun Oct 07 10:10:40 -0700 2007 1838139 105839 aventinus 1 3012441 Another spot that I liked was the French Crepe place in the 3rd Street Farmer's Market. Call me crazy, but I like a savory breakfast, so I always ended up getting "la poissoniere" - the smoked salmon crepe. Sun Oct 07 12:01:32 -0700 2007 1838139 50350 SauceSupreme 1 3012443 i'll throw in more votes for jinky's, rose cafe & hugo's. also like the newsroom. and not necessarily the best value, but you can't beat barney greengrass for old-school new york smoked fish and egg dishes. Sun Oct 07 12:02:19 -0700 2007 1838139 103920 goodhealthgourmet 1 3140741 I would like to add that Doughboys= Disgustingly huge portions of bland food. SORRY everyone, but come on? The Griddle is also overrated (although the waitstaff very good-looking). Toast is so-so, if you go during the week you will most likely spot a celeb. Fred 62 - The Dime Bag, the Breakfast Burrito-Chorizo + avocado! and the New Amsterdam YUM. Their pancakes are award winning. For organic/healthy breakfast go to Mani's on Fairfax. For regular plain old breakfast try Quality on Third. For yummy tea time go to the Peninsula in Beverly Hills. Donuts- go to Stan's donuts in Westwood for the best damn donuts you will ever have. Bob's at the Farmer's Market Fairfax & Third aren't too bad either. Mon Nov 19 19:54:41 -0800 2007 1838139 144330 felizer 2 4586023 Had pancakes at Fred62 this morning. The service was quick and friendly, and the place busy. The "Pancake Tatin," which, according to the menu, contains "caramelized apples," was spotted with what looked like apple sauce and/or pieces of sweetened apple. It tasted ok. It wasn't bad. The flavor didn't knock my socks off though. And considering that this single pancake cost more than nine dollars, I was underwhelmed. At least it came with some whipped butter. Also, my GF ordered the "Hunka Hunka Burnin' Love" pancake which included peanut butter. Same assessment. Single pancake. Expensive. The Fred62 menu (http://www.fred62.com/menu2.html) reports that Gourmet Magazine said Fred62 has the "Best pancakes in the world." I so hope that's not true. Fri Apr 10 18:54:54 -0700 2009 3140741 181005 SushioCity 1 3142606 Clementine in Century City is a charming little spot for breakfast. John O'Groats on Pico is another one of my favorite places for breakfast or brunch. They have a large breakfast menu, with specials like pumpkin pancakes and eggs benedict with crab cakes. Tue Nov 20 11:22:38 -0800 2007 1838139 144300 nutella_crepe 1 3142662 John O' Groats on Pico Blvd Bread & Porridge - Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica Great quality, good food, every time. Tue Nov 20 11:32:55 -0800 2007 1838139 88653 dublinchef 1 3143688 Chico's - Machaca (A hangover staple) La Abeja - Carne Adobada (not technically breakfast, but trust me...) Mike & Anne's - Corned Beef Hash (can't believe nobody has mentioned Mike & Anne's) Mille's - Chicken Fried Steak (Tune out the hyper-hipsters and dig in.) Tue Nov 20 16:23:14 -0800 2007 1838139 69423 B Minus 1 3152252 EAT in North Hollywood. Sat Nov 24 22:01:59 -0800 2007 1838139 145370 COYS N17 1 3152318 my favorite is More Than Waffles in Encino. Sat Nov 24 23:34:33 -0800 2007 1838139 145378 fatnoodles 2 3442022 mmmm... I love more than waffles! nothing like getting a waffle on the side of your omlet. I'm also a big fan of Cici's Cafe, over in Tarzana on Ventura. They have awesome breakfasts there! Wed Feb 27 18:55:40 -0800 2008 3152318 72532 rds246 1 3154252 Sunday brunch at Jar is terrific. Lovely room, delicious food, and good crowd, but not crowded. The corn pancakes and chilaquiles are beyond. Check it: http://infinitefress.blogspot.com/2007/11/brunch-at-jar.html Sun Nov 25 20:12:12 -0800 2007 1838139 70658 hungrygirl106 1 3154304 Millie's on Sunset in Silverlake is great - small, usually a wait, but the biscuits are delicious. We also recently tried Dish on Foothill in La Canada and found their brown sugar and gingersnap-crusted ham to be divine. Egg dishes at both are great. Sun Nov 25 20:38:44 -0800 2007 1838139 144183 kicah 1 3154396 Add another fan of John O' Groats. Great breakfast place (they're only open for breakfast and lunch), great service, delicious food. There's something for everyone. I try to limit my carbs, so I usually get an omelette or a scamble. My wife loves their pumpkin and apple sauce pancakes (those are two separate options, by the way), as well as their bruschetta eggs and their version of huevos rancheros. Unless you are a really early riser, get there at least 30 mins before you actually want to eat. as someone else said, there's always a line. I also like The Omelette Parlor in Santa Monica. It's a SM staple, so like John O'Groats plan on a line. Great omelettes, and a great atmosphere -- especially if it's nice out and you can eat on their back patio. Other good options in West LA include Break & Porridge on Wilshire, Blueberry on Santa Monica, Jinky's (2nd and Broadway, but there are also locations in WeHo and Sherman Oaks), and Blue Plate on Montana. For something even more casual and different, you can get a pretty good meal at the Farmer's Market on Main Street in Santa Monica on Sundays. For a more upscale "brunch" type place, I love Off Vine for the food and the ambience. Again, especially if it's a nice day, as they have a very nice front patio -- although the interior (a craftsman home) is quite charming in its own right. Sun Nov 25 21:34:57 -0800 2007 1838139 143085 soccerandlost 1 3159025 I know people love their albondigas soup but for breakfast I would give Mi India Bonita a try (if you happen to be in the area). Simple and home-made-like. I order an egg meal (say..... huevos rancheros, etc), a side of sour cream, and a cheese enchilada a la carte. It's a combination of flavors that works well for me. You can also wash the food down with some Abuelita (Mexican hot chocolate). Tue Nov 27 12:40:09 -0800 2007 1838139 22375 snooze button 1 3441459 Can't say these are the "best," but they are certainly suitable for valley spots. Cici's in Tarzana Bobby's in Woodland Hills Nat's Early Bite in Van Nuys More Than Waffles in Encino Wed Feb 27 15:37:29 -0800 2008 1838139 97644 ReelMike84 1 3441856 Griddle Cafe. Nothing like it that I've found anywhere in the US. Wed Feb 27 17:55:17 -0800 2008 1838139 160718 uhockey 2 3441906 I don't care for pancakes, so I may be missing the whole point of the Griddle, but I've been a couple of times and was not too impressed. they seem to be more about quantity than quality. But the waiters are cute. Wed Feb 27 18:17:05 -0800 2008 3441856 60617 rednyellow 3 3441962 have you had the oatmeal at Griddle? it borders on its own level of decadence. some of the egg dishes are good too; one of my friends uses the tequila sunrise or the fiesta one for hangover curing. or try a baked potato w/ chili... one of my fave hole in the wall breakfast spots is Ed's Coffee Shop on Robertson north of Beverly. if you like a mexican breakfast, try gilbert el indio... or for good old grease, Lucy's Drive-Thr on La Brea. Wed Feb 27 18:37:35 -0800 2008 3441906 15572 Emme 1 3441863 Nate n' Al's - Eggs and Onions, Hash Browns, Onion Bagel Toasted, Side of Nova, perfection. Wed Feb 27 17:58:07 -0800 2008 1838139 84265 PimpinDG 2 3448900 nope, perfection is: barney greengrass - lox & onion scramble, kossar's bialy toasted, side of sliced tomato. well, perfection for LA at least ;) Fri Feb 29 23:59:32 -0800 2008 3441863 103920 goodhealthgourmet 2 3449780 imho, Nate 'n Als serves the BEST matzo brei in town. i order it with the onions done well (i.e. carmelized), but the rest of the brei done medium. Sat Mar 01 11:53:00 -0800 2008 3441863 11935 westsidegal 3 3772377 we were just at nate'n'al's the other night.. mom had the Larry King Matzah brei (egg whites and charred), but the waitress suggested not quite so well done... his comes purely black apparently. they also do really nice omelettes. the one thing i don't get on the menu is the turkey blintzes... odd if you ask me. Wed Jun 11 19:24:07 -0700 2008 3449780 15572 Emme 1 3448949 Try the Blue Crab Benedict at Pacific Dining Car... I think it's their signature dish! Sat Mar 01 02:38:50 -0800 2008 1838139 170770 dambae 1 3449908 Oh yes indeed - matzoh brei with caramelized onions at Nate n' Al's is heavenly. John O'Groats vegetable hash with poached eggs on top OR with the potato-cilantro cakes are wonderful, as are their homemade biscuits & jam. Clementine always makes us happy too. Sat Mar 01 12:45:06 -0800 2008 1838139 169497 GourMel 1 3713015 Best Breakfast in LA HANDS DOWN is the Griddle on Sunset- I have been going for 8 years now and have had almost all of their pancakes. Every time my cousin flies in from Chicago that's what he requests too- his fav is the Oreo Cookie pancake. Great bacon too! Mmm. 2nd place- Marmalade Cafe at the Grove. Hugo's is ok if you like eclectic food- don't go for dinner though, stick to breakfast. and well- hey IHOP is IHOP no matter what state you are in and they never mess up eggs sunny side up. Thu May 22 15:32:28 -0700 2008 1838139 194512 lesbianknowsbest 2 3713076 griddle is good for very big pancakes, but if you're not into very big pancakes, not really that great. Thu May 22 15:56:57 -0700 2008 3713015 60617 rednyellow 3 3714018 I'd give my left index finger for the Griddle Cafe's breakfast cookbook. Fri May 23 03:03:11 -0700 2008 3713076 160718 uhockey 1 3736503 One more vote for weekend breakfast at Auntie Em's in Eagle Rock. The specials are always creative, unusual and tasty. (Imagine ginger-broccoli scrambled eggs.) Good coffee and tea you serve yourself. Also great cobbler, and my favorite biscuits and gravy in LA. The line gets pretty long some time between 10:00 and 11:00. Jumpin' Java on Ventura Blvd near Carpenter is also good for blueberry pancakes. Fri May 30 22:26:57 -0700 2008 1838139 181005 SushioCity 2 4463430 Ginger-broccoli scrambled eggs. Really? Auntie Em's is the most overrated dive this side of Nebraska. It's sub-airplane food. Even have to serve your own coffee. I truly dont' understand the fixation with this place. Even the cupcakes are subpar. Sorry... Sun Mar 01 13:49:36 -0800 2009 3736503 147454 friedegg67 3 5039634 I am NOT a fan of their red velvet cake, the only thing I've had from there... Fri Sep 18 09:14:05 -0700 2009 4463430 212582 schrutefarms 1 3774230 cafe dana on montana. Thu Jun 12 10:30:45 -0700 2008 1838139 199433 lifeinla 2 4462830 An out-of-towner's pick, accidentally found on a visit recently from Northern California - Palermo on N. Vermont. Breakfast is new for them apparently, but everything we had was very good, the espresso was real and far better than any other coffee I'd had while down there, and the service (particularly the owner) was exceptional. Sun Mar 01 09:55:50 -0800 2009 3774230 97804 cmvan 3 4462910 How about the Griddle on Sunset..........................Yummy!!!!!!!!!! Sun Mar 01 10:23:58 -0800 2009 4462830 20814 Loradio 1 4462934 I <3 Langers for breakfast pastrami + fries + CBH = awesome Sun Mar 01 10:32:30 -0800 2009 1838139 91179 ns1 1 4463690 If you want a grungy but strangely satisfying meal, try the country ham breakfast at any of the Johnny Rebs' locations. The eggs and grits are good, and the biscuits aren't bad for Los Angeles, although Pann's has nothing to worry about. But the porky JR country ham may be a bit extreme even for those who love that typically salty, tough, thin-sliced product. Sun Mar 01 15:16:14 -0800 2009 1838139 77350 sbritchky 1 4537092 Nick's Ham & Eggs Downtown Pork Belly dish at Hungry Cat Raisin pastry and espresso at Anisette Wed Mar 25 10:38:40 -0700 2009 1838139 188766 toothsome 1 4545591 Serving Spoon on Centinela in Inglewood...is sooooooooooooo AMAZING!!!! The employees are friendly and the place is really popular and usually packed. So Get there Early! Fri Mar 27 21:31:01 -0700 2009 1838139 246284 LadyintheKitchen 1 4545658 Cafe Verde on Green St in Pasadena has excellent breakfast dishes like Eggs Southwest and Huevos con Chorizo. They also have pancakes and Eggs Benedict. The best part of breakfast is ordering a cup of their Cafe de la Oya, a spicy sweet coffee that is addictive. I crave it and I am not usually a sugar adding coffee drinker. Order it as soon as you sit down because it takes a while for them to boil it. The place is very cozy and warm. Fri Mar 27 22:21:22 -0700 2009 1838139 215643 yuzusan 1 4547526 My two new favorite spots: Food 10571 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA http://www.food-la.com/ Great pastries, eggs, and service. Huckleberry Cafe This place isn't cheap, but I had the duck hash this morning and it was pretty amazing. Some old favorites: John O'Groats I always get the huevos o'groats. Once I ordered biscuits and they brought peanut butter with them, which was scary good. Omelette Parlor On weekends, I only get the huevos rancheros. During the week, I like the breakfast tacos. Roscoe's is pretty great if you're into that sort of thing. I am. Sorry, just have to weigh in on the Pantry. I'd rather eat my dirty socks out of the hamper. I've eaten there maybe three times in the last 20 years and I hate myself for it both going in and on the way out. It's not that the food sucks; it's that it sucks really bad. Sat Mar 28 19:28:30 -0700 2009 1838139 104895 jlevine 1 4559930 All my favorite city spots have already been mentioned, but it should be said of Hugo's that on the whole the restaurant is frankly terrible. Though it happens to serve my two favorite breakfast dishes in town: One is the Pasta Papa--spaghetti with tons of bacon, sausage, scallions, eggs and parmesan. If you have this on a hot day you will do little else, but happily so. The other is the Desayuno Fuerte--poached eggs on perfectly fried latkes, with spinach, garlic, and fresh diced tomatoes and onions. I could not recommend these dishes more. I like going with a partner and shaing both, as the flavors are really different and the Papa itself can be a bit much. Everything else I or any of my companions have had there has been woefull. The original location in Hollywood used to be good even after breakfast, but I haven't been there for years so I can't speak to that. I might as well also mention the best omelette anywhere: the cajun seafood omellete at 24th Street Cafe in Bakerfield. I could go on about the buttery fluffiness of the eggs, the way said fluffiness soaks up the addictive, creamy, spicy creole sauce, how the mound of shellfish makes you forget why you ever had an omellet without scallops before, and the starchy hash browns that provide the perfect, crunchy respite from all the cardiac-inducing creamy richess, but the place is in Bakersfield. If you head up to San Francisco and get over the grapevine before noon, don't miss this place. Wed Apr 01 21:57:45 -0700 2009 1838139 276907 Jewnese 1 4867104 There is a place called 17th Street Cafe on Montana (and 17th) in Santa Monica -- much better than Bread and Porridge and Shutters. Don't get me wrong, I like B & P once in a while, but 17th St Cafe is in a class of its own. Fri Jul 17 08:13:27 -0700 2009 1838139 1093411 bandido 2 4868228 I wouldn't go that far but it is better than B and P and Shutters. Fri Jul 17 14:24:59 -0700 2009 4867104 15114 epop 1 4869081 Blue Plate in Santa Monica Also, in samo - huckleberry john o'groats on pico is good literati on wilshire is good cafe montana is good cafe 50s is decent.... Fri Jul 17 20:30:36 -0700 2009 1838139 1083314 travelingmansoul 2 4869662 Snug Harbor in Santa Monica. The best!!!!! Sat Jul 18 07:26:34 -0700 2009 4869081 290757 ultraviolet 3 5029639 Finally someone mentioned Snug Harbor! That and The Griddle are the two best spots in LA in my opinion. My other favorites: Rose Cafe - the best coffee around Brickhouse Cafe Eat Well Mon Sep 14 15:21:03 -0700 2009 4869662 1102777 roomandboard 4 5029649 I believe that Eat Well didn't do well and closed quite some time ago... Mon Sep 14 15:23:03 -0700 2009 5029639 108169 Servorg 5 5029939 the one on santa monica blvd closed? Mon Sep 14 17:41:56 -0700 2009 5029649 15572 Emme 6 5030072 Only ever at the Beverly Blvd. location, which is closed for sure. Didn't know that they had a SM Blvd. location. So perhaps they still exist there. Anyone? Mon Sep 14 18:35:09 -0700 2009 5029939 108169 Servorg 4 5040897 What do you like at Snug Harbor? I've just not had very good luck there but I feel like I must be missing something since people seem to love it. Fri Sep 18 17:05:03 -0700 2009 5029639 12268 mollyomormon 1 4978371 Flo's Cafe, Chno Airport. Tue Aug 25 22:47:43 -0700 2009 1838139 173402 subal 1 4980299 Had a delicious breakfast recently at Blu Jam Cafe...killer benedicts. But, my all time favorite is still Original Pancake House for the crepe thin 49er flapjacks. Wed Aug 26 13:29:08 -0700 2009 1838139 66416 orythedog 1 4985990 We had to walk out of there with most of our food uneaten. Toast ought to be toast. Fri Aug 28 10:22:15 -0700 2009 4985397 15114 epop 2 5029774 "We had to walk out of there...." There's no there there. Which place are you talking about, epop? You replied to the OP, which doesn't mention anything more specific than "the LA area." Or is that what you mean? ;-) Mon Sep 14 16:27:00 -0700 2009 4985990 281830 Harry Nile 3 5029872 He said "Toast ought to be toast"... So I'm assuming he meant "Toast". (Which I like BTW) Mon Sep 14 17:18:35 -0700 2009 5029774 28006 Jennalynn 3 5038849 Sorry, Harry, yes, I was referring to Toast. Fri Sep 18 01:03:16 -0700 2009 5029774 15114 epop 4 5040464 epop, I didn't understand you until I read Jennalynn's explanation, because I'd never heard of this place Toast. From your description, it sounds like I don't want to know about it. Life has too few breakfasts to waste even one, which is why I go to the Original Pancake House whenever possible. Other good prospects include any top-quality hotel restaurant (these days often run by a great chef) that is also open for breakfast. Arterra in San Diego, e.g., among many others. Fri Sep 18 13:40:36 -0700 2009 5038849 281830 Harry Nile 5 5050838 Got it, Harry. No problem. Good luck. Tue Sep 22 19:01:08 -0700 2009 5040464 15114 epop 1 5021109 The best breakfast in Los Angeles, is right off the 5 Fwy in Atwater Village. Village Bakery and Cafe (formerly LA Bread) has amazing hot breakfast specials, scones which are better then you get in Devon and coffee so rich and aromatic. They have a new chef , staff and owners and it is now a must go to location on that side of town. Oh hell, it's worth the drive and I go from the Valley. Also, cannot wait for John O'Groats to open on Ventura Blvd in Encino...hurry up!! Thu Sep 10 20:43:37 -0700 2009 1838139 238966 lmillmanbella 1 5029835 There is something about the Oeufs Pain Perdu @ The Kettle in Manhattan Beach that I truly adore. I think it's the orange marmalade. Mon Sep 14 17:00:39 -0700 2009 1838139 235517 annapurna7 1 5038693 My favorite way to start the morning is with the oatmeal brulee at The Belvedere in the Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills. Irish oats cooked with cream and maple syrup all under a bruleed shell. Pure decadence. Thu Sep 17 21:32:17 -0700 2009 1838139 92059 pinpei 1 5039649 The last two times I had brunch at Little Doms I thought it was great!! Really lovely frittatas, the best blueberry ricotta pancakes, tomatoes provencial.... Fri Sep 18 09:16:57 -0700 2009 1838139 212582 schrutefarms 1 5042839 Guasti's in Chino is the best from what I here. Sat Sep 19 17:48:44 -0700 2009 1838139 282007 Doc_H 2 5101726 No Wed Oct 14 02:47:19 -0700 2009 5042839 254809 A5 KOBE 1 5045212 any places for people who don't eat eggs or egg ingredient foods? vegetarian including no eggs? Milk and cheese okay . . . Mon Sep 21 00:00:56 -0700 2009 1838139 179163 apple7blue 2 5045883 I would try Mani's Bakery (on Fairfax, below 3rd, above Wilshire.) Mon Sep 21 08:56:36 -0700 2009 5045212 212582 schrutefarms 3 5073953 thanks I didn't know they were open for breakfast Fri Oct 02 01:31:15 -0700 2009 5045883 179163 apple7blue 1 5050638 Sure it's an old thread... But I'd like to add the downtown Nickel Diner to the mix. Just had breakfast there and loved it. (Dinner was great too). Tue Sep 22 17:39:45 -0700 2009 1838139 28006 Jennalynn 2 5101700 Yes an oldie but goodie. Thanks for the Nickel Diner rec. I checked it out for the first time yesterday and loved it. Oatmeal with caramelized apples was the best resto oatmeal I've ever had. It tasted like they made it to order (the oatmeal), not like it's been sitting in a pot getting mushy and overcooked for hours like most diner oatmeal. It also looked like they added another grain to it, possibly barley? Not sure but whatever it was it was fantastic. I also tried the eggs and polenta with parmesan cheese. Really great taste and presentation. Even the sourdough bread that came with it was super tasty and toasted perfectly. And the jam at the table was either peach or apple preserves made in house with big fruit pieces. I was in a rush so I really didn't stop to savor it, I just took a few bites and then realized I wasn't sure what fruit I had just ingested. But it was damn good. Almost as good as the jam at Quality Food and Beverage. The server brought me several donuts to try, the strawberry shortcake and the bacon donut, both were good, fresh and nice consistency, but not amazing. Will def return for bkfast. Wed Oct 14 01:04:05 -0700 2009 5050638 1115873 steiny33 3 5129436 I was just there this morning again! And I also tried the eggs/polenta. Loved it. Try the place for dinner. Equally impressive. Sun Oct 25 10:57:57 -0700 2009 5101700 28006 Jennalynn 1 5076937 Cici's is my favorite place for breakfast. It's not far from 101. Exit at Reseda and go right on Burbank Blvd. I usually order the German Pancakes with fresh strawberries. YUMMY! Sat Oct 03 15:05:58 -0700 2009 1838139 11800 howefortunate 1 5077644 Broadway Deli on 3rd St. Promenade in Santa Monica: Smoked salmon eggs Benedict and almond encrusted french toast. Sun Oct 04 03:56:57 -0700 2009 1838139 1113783 Mekiel 1 5084054 Having just returned to Sydney (Aus) from LA, I'd like to second the recommendation of the Serving Spoon in Inglewood. Excellent friendly service, excellent menu options, and a great atmosphere. Only one other breakfast compared in the US and that was in San Francisco. Tue Oct 06 17:34:26 -0700 2009 1838139 1114405 Big L 2 5129030 Follow link to the "reveal" on the SF board: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/644167#5084123 Sun Oct 25 06:09:15 -0700 2009 5128832 108169 Servorg 1 5101727 Square One Dining Cheebo Wed Oct 14 02:47:57 -0700 2009 1838139 254809 A5 KOBE 1 5102799 I just had an amazing breakfast at Kokomo's, on Beverly and Martel. Eggs Sardou. A bed of creamed spinach, topped with two poached eggs, topped with artichoke crowns, with the whole thing smothered in Hollandaise. Delicious. Wed Oct 14 11:33:55 -0700 2009 1838139 212582 schrutefarms 2 5102913 mmm...I still remember a delicious pumpkin pancake with spiced butter i had there a few years ago... Wed Oct 14 12:11:08 -0700 2009 5102799 12268 mollyomormon 1 5103306 hmm..griddle house has a nice thick cut of bacon..pancakes look like manhole covers..all were good..i was told thei french toast is to die for. but thats for next time..the pantry is not gourmet..mind you ...obscene portions .very filling mind you...the coffee is very fresh...if the idea is to get full...this place does it for me... order the potatos on the crispy side..secret? to avoid the lines...go early or stay to the right and eat at the counter..faster and a tad roomier...good dive! Wed Oct 14 14:19:07 -0700 2009 1838139 322519 yummychomp 2 5103356 Almost sure, but might as well check, that you speak of the Griddle Cafe up on Sunset Blvd. - http://www.thegriddlecafe.com/ Correct? Wed Oct 14 14:41:10 -0700 2009 5103306 108169 Servorg