Best Diner in Toluca Lake! Heather, Jessica, and the rest of the team have gone above and beyond on…read moreevery occasion. And made the dining experience the best. Their pies and other dessert are to die for!

always amazed how terrific service and food so fresh !!! the…read morestaff is terrific !! The Young lady Briana and Nicole are always a pure pleasure and work outstanding !!! and animal friendly

In a town filled with bougie breakfast spots serving food more memorable for its price than its…read moreflavor, Vivian's is both a treat and a retreat. The place has been doing its thing since the 1960's, and they offer generous portions at prices at least a few bucks below the going rate. Perhaps it's because they own the building (it used to be a house), or maybe they just know how to manage their expenses properly. Whatever the reason, paying reasonable prices for amply served good food is reason enough for a visit. But it's far from the only reason. That converted house still holds 4 cozy tables at the front, and sitting in there you feel like you may be in a country cafe somewhere off the interstate. But out back there's a roomy courtyard patio with awnings and umbrellas, and foliage that's got nothing to do with Southern California. That foreign foliage, combined with the exposed brick of neighboring buildings, gives the impression of a breakfast nook in the French Quarter, minus the humidity and morning-after regret. The slightly off-kilter tables balanced carefully on the equally uneven cement complete the imperfectly perfect charm of the scene. Our server, Cait, was cheery and attentive, friendly and chatty, despite having quite a few tables to tend to. She carefully noted special requests, and kept things moving along. My wife ordered the Breakfast Combo of Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs and Bacon, and they did not disappoint. The pancakes were good-sized but properly cooked, with crispy edges and a moist interior (often, the bigger flapjacks fail the edge-to-center cook ratio, but these were on point). Eggs were well-made, and the bacon crispy. For my meal, I asked that the Italian Omelet be made as a scramble, and they happily obliged. The sausage neatly balanced sweetness and herbs for a truly Italian flavor profile. Scrambled together with eggs and sauteed peppers & onions, and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, this was a hearty and satisfying starring feature. But the co-star -- house-made home fries, also with peppers and onions -- played its role very well, offering a lot more taste than so many potato sides served up across the town. Really a great breakfast, though you should know they have a full menu of lunch items as well. Common sense would say I should shut up, lest the place become too busy and I have to wait a long time for my next table; but real common sense says everyone should go and enjoy a good meal in a great setting, and Vivian's should stay in business for another 60 years.

You know, I have to admit the outdoor seating in the back patio has to be one of the most amazing…read moreand serene environments. One of my friends invited me here now he has a breakfast sandwich because that's what he always eats but the potatoes that it came with season wonderfully I took a moment to try some but the real reason I had to come here was to see my friend sit out back and have a nice delicious latte, but I wasn't kidding around. My friend knew I meant business when I said I don't wanna double I wanna double double and that means four shots. My waiter had my drink to me less than five minutes and me and my friend sat and talked and he gobbled his sandwich so fast I don't even think the plate was left. The only issue with this place even around Background on the street parking is ridiculous so if you can sneak across the street, but the service is incredible the food is beautiful and this place is definitely worth every second you spend here and every dollar.

City Kitchen was established in 2018 and right in the NoHo Arts District, surrounded by many…read morerestaurants/bar. They have no parking, but thankfully we found a meter closeby. We walked in with my son today around 3:15pm and were greeted by Nick, who was the only other person in the restaurant other than us. On a sunny and HOT day such as today, the A/C wasn't working and they only had 2 giant ceiling fans spinning, which were barely providing any relief. We were so hot and sweaty the entire time and it was very uncomfortable. My son stayed with water and I ordered their freshly squeezed orange juice, which was delicious. They have a very extensive breakfast/brunch/lunch/dinner menu ranging from omelettes, breakfast plates, French toast, pancakes, sandwiches, wraps, pasta, paninis, burgers, salads, and much more. They also had a big refrigerator full of bottled drinks, juice, sodas, etc. Limited dessert menu options, but we skipped dessert. We were too full. We got a couple of different menu items to try, starting with the Goat Cheese and Spinach omelette that came with sun-dried tomatoes and mushrooms. It was absolutely DELICIOUS and made to PERFECTION! They also didn't skimp on any of the ingredients. It came with a side of sourdough toast and I opted for a fruit cup instead of fries or hashbrowns. The next item was the Caprese Panini, which comes with your standard mozzarella/tomato/basil, but I added chicken breast to it. Got this one with garlic fries, but it came to the table with regular fries. Nick said it was his mistake and offered to take it back, but we were too hungry and told him to just leave it. Also got their Avocado toast which came on a thick slice of Sourdough bread. It had over-easy eggs on top of the avocado, with arugula and sriracha mayo. This was also very tasty and the eggs were cooked exactly how I like them. My son had the chicken burger but asked for it to be wrapped in lettuce instead of the standard brioche bun it comes with. He said it was fine. The place was super dead and the decor was mostly just framed photos of iconic LA buildings/landmarks and there was a pretty cool mural on the ceiling of different legendary artists, such as Michael Jackson, Prince, Selena, and Tupac. Some of the furniture seemed pretty old and the fluff was coming out from inside the sofas. They also had 2-3 TVs playing, but the volume was off. Also have 2 bathrooms, one for each gender. We didn't use them, but hopefully they were clean. The restaurant was clean as well. Overall, it was a pretty decent experience and the food was really good. Service was good too, although Nick seemed to be checking on us too frequently, maybe since we were the only people there. Also, I'm not sure what's up with their hours, because Yelp, Google, and their website all say different things. I thought they close at 5pm, but he turned away a couple at 4:20pm, saying the kitchen was closed. After we left around 4:45, he locked up the doors and went home. Then on their website, it says they're open until 9pm. I'm not sure where the disconnect is here. I would probably come back if I'm in the area again, and I recommend this place for a quick lunch (if the A/C is working).

Just found another go-to place for brunch. City Kitchen is located in the heart of the trendy NoHo…read morearea. And it certainly fits right in. Awesome vibe, high ceilings, and super clean. David and Nick offered fast and friendly service. Hats off Gents! I love that all the utensils and condiments were already at the table, including straws if you so desire. Food: I really wanted the brisket, but they were out. I opted for the meat omelette and my mom scored the avocado toast. Both were excellent. Which gives be incentive to come back for that brisket. Parking may be a challenge. They have a small lot in the back. Street metered parking, free on Sundays of course. We noticed a ton of to-go/grubhub orders. Popularity is there. So, Check them out.

Came back, as promised! This time on a Thursday mid-day. We found parking on a side street and…read morethere were ample tables available for us outside under their lovely awning & umbrellas. Even tho this is on a busy street, it's a nice space to be outdoors in. This time we weren't right under a speaker and the music was a nice volume. We ordered a latte and a black forest mocha. The mocha was too sweet for our tastes so we'd order that half sweet next time. Both were decent coffees, but nothing special or particularly nice. Almost no foam on either. We ordered the Country Breakfast from the regular menu and the Country Breakfast Benedict Special from the specials of the day sheet. Both came with scrambled cheesy eggs, which were delicious. The potatoes were great (we added some salt) and the biscuits were actually quite nice. It's hard to find a decent biscuit. These were the more bready kind (like kfc), but a good rendition of them. Good flavor, good texture, moist. I bet they'd be real nice soaked in butter! The gravy on the Country Breakfast was nice, even for me a person who doesn't normally care for sausage. The eggs were a lovely soft scrambled, great texture and really nice flavor. I would order both of these dishes again. Service was really friendly and they checked in on us frequently. We were in somewhat of a hurry and they graciously accommodated our requests and helped us pay for the bill early in the meal to facilitate our plans. I might skip the coffee next time, but I'll be back for the food for sure. Their menu is huge and they have so many things to try!

I've been here a few times and the food and customer service has always been excellent. This recent…read morevisit, we sat outside and it started to rain. The staff rushed to get the rain canopies down and moved us over to where it was not affected by the rain. They replaced my coffee since the rain got into it. They went above and beyond and I wanted to let them know I appreciated it. Thank you.

Sunday, looking for a breakfast spot and literally just landed here! It wasn't overly crowded and…read morethe place was full, not packed, and plenty of parking. They have an outside patio, yet this morning was cloudy so decided to dine inside. The place has lots of old movie posters on the walls, ie Errol Flynn, Hopalong Cassidy , WC Fields, etc. I ordered the Turkey Combo, oh and the server was very nice, with lots of energy and a great smile. The hostess also was very friendly. Again service is nearly half the experience and I was not disappointed. Now the menu is extensive and there are a lot to choose from. Also the have a desert display in case you have room. The portions are a good size so go at a slow pace. Everything you expect from a family style diner and more!

I meant to take photos of my food to review, but I was way too hungry and it was all so good!…read more I ordered the chocolate chip pancakes and added sausage and eggs (I wish there had been a way to swap the pancake combo pancakes to chocolate chip with an online order- it was so much food!) I had eaten here a really long time ago, but this was my first time doing a takeout order and it was great! Everything was packed up nicely, including the orange juice. Food was good and what you'd expect. Next time I'll have to come in and try some other food! The pancakes were great- big and fluffy. I had leftovers for the next two days!

Amazing burgers in noho!…read more Easy parking in the back, Picnic seating outside 4 tables, Tried the coco lime coke, and it was super yummy! Got the socal burger and a normal burger, both were great, made fresh, good ingredients, the perfect smash patty! Both the girl at the window, an the guy who gave us our order were extremely friendly. Great experience all around, new favorite burger spot in north Hollywood! Give it a try if you're around!

Delicious BBQ Brisket burger. And the Butterbeer Dirty Soda rivals Universal's own Butterbeer…read more Fun location right on Lankershim and friendly staff.

The vintage inspired decor and appealing menu convinced my husband that I would enjoy Mother's Day…read morebrunch at The New Deal. We arrived at our reservation time, but they couldn't find us on their list. Mindy then came over to explain that our reservation was cancelled. After letting them know that it was still showing valid on our Open Table account, they kindly accommodated. We especially appreciated that they honored our request for an indoor table. We ordered the Biscuits & Gravy and Huevos Rancheros. We found both quite delicious. The husband kept scraping the bowl to get every bit of that yummy gravy. Portions were just right. Mindy ended up being our wonderful server. Despite the incredibly busy morning, she remained friendly and engaging. We watched her provide the same level of service to every table, while pleasantly managing the constant flow of walk-ins hoping to dine without reservations. It was a great experience overall -- we look forward to coming back! Street parking was tough to find. The Chase bank at the end of the block is closed on Sundays so we parked there without any issues. After brunch we explored the immediate area to find a couple nice thrift shops. Cafe 89 is right next door if you're craving an ube drink or dessert. We ended up at Porto's and braved the madness there for some Mother's Day sweets to take home. :)

I remembering coming here years ago and I was so excited to finally stop by again!…read more The overall vibe of this place is really cute and vintage. Their decoration is very unique even the details in the bathroom were really cool!!! The menu has a good variety of options I didn't know what to pick! The grilled cheese and tomato soup sounded amazing as well as the nachos, fried pickles, pancakes, vegan sloppy Joe, etc. we opted for the Huevos Rancheros, Brussel sprouts, and biscuit n jam. The brussel sprouts were delicious!! The huevos rancheros were good but nothing that stood out to me and the biscuit was also good but it felt a bit outrageous to pay $8 for a single biscuit. What did stand out to me was their incredible staff! They were kind, attentive, and working hard! Even close to closing time they were still seating guests with a smile on their face! 5/5 review for the staff!!

Ordered truffle breakfast sando and rib omelette, I'd say the omelette was better…read more The rib meat was super tasty and juicy in the omelet, the sandwhich was kind of meh. It felt like it needed a protein , or some kind aioli, it was dry and not super tasty. Coffees were ok. 70$ for 2 people to eat breakfast and 2 coffees, A bit pricey, and you order at the counter and have options for 18,20,25% tip , which felt weird and pressured to do before my food had even arrived. So I tipped 11$ for someone to bring me out food I guess. Ambiance was nice, very empty but pretty inside. I would go back to try their wood fired pizza. Not sure I'll be back for breakfast.

So happy to have found a great breakfast spot. Charming place with ample indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. We started by sharing a blueberry scone and it was delicious. It was actually hard to decide on just one bakery item - everything looked delicious. Next time the coffee cake will be happening. I got poached eggs, bacon, potatoes and toast. Husband got a hash omelette. Both come with a lovely little side of greens with a great dressing. Brunch isn't brunch without a little libation, so I had a lovely French white wine and he had a French red. The wine list though small by the glass is chosen very well. We were hoping they sold their bread at the bakery because it's absolutely delicious. Service is warm and friendly. Price point for breakfast with tip was $100. We will definitely be coming back soon to this great neighborhood spot.