Stopped by The Pan in Gardena located on the corner of Western Ave and 166th St., after noticing…read morethe rare sight of a smaller weekday or weekend crowd, and I'm glad we did. I ordered the "Original" Fully Loaded Hash Browns and a variety of pancakes were the star, crispy edges on my hash browns, generous toppings, and a portion size that could easily feed two people seriously. It's one of those dishes that feels indulgent in the best way. The restaurant has a relaxed, casual feel, and the service was impressively fast without losing any attention to detail. Parking is definitely tight, so plan on grabbing a spot along 166th if you're trying to beat the rush. A satisfying brunch experience with comfort food done right. Miguel C.

Gardena staple The Pan never misses. If you know, you know…read more Stopped by for breakfast and ordered the steak & eggs with an OG pancake on the side. The steak was tender, juicy, and cooked just right. The breakfast potatoes were definitely a hit too. Even though they were packed, the service was still good. It's a small space. Just be prepared to wait a little if you're going on the weekend. Trust me, it's worth it. A solid breakfast spot that's been holding it down for years and one I'll definitely keep coming back to.

Good food, good service, comfy seating, spacious parking (although I hear this varies vastly…read moredepending on time of arrival - we were there close to opening on a Sunday morning) Server(s) were cool. Very friendly, offered good suggestions and had a general good vibe about them. I am so bad at getting their names. I only remember Joseph and he was cool but our table was handed over to another waitress shortly after arrival and I don't remember her name but she was great. I'm super indecisive, especially with massive menus - Cheesecake Factory is a nightmare - but The Pan had a great variety so it made the choice a bit difficult. I saw they had a cuban sandwich and I froth at the mouth for these but I was convinced to try the loaded hashbrowns. We actually got into a little conversation about the miscommunication between restaurants and customers sometimes because everyone's definition of hashbrown is different. Are they the McDonalds oval shaped golden discs or the shredded and pancake-style flat things? OR are they those weird onion and pepper potatoes that some people call hashbrowns even though they are home fries BUT they're not even fried, they're sauteed so clearly having an identity crisis but anyway... The Pan's loaded hashbrowns are.... the shredded kind! :D Wow, if someone actually broke through my review and read my potato rant... I'm buying you breakfast here... Limit $20 :) Anyway... couldn't help but order my plate with a guava pancake as I've never heard of that before and tried stepping a little out of my comfort zone and trying something a bit different. Was very yummy, although I have my eye on the banana pancakes for next time. Glaze was a little runnier than expected, although I did take a minute to dive into the pancake as I was preoccupied by the hashbrowns - delicious by the way. Hashbrowns came loaded with: cheese, green onion, chopped pieces of bacon (thick kind, not bacon bits!) and diced sausage (turkey sausage is an option, so I'll def opt for that next time). Dish was nicely seasoned, no overpowering spices or unnecessary aiolis - wait, actually it did come with a chili aioli but it was more like a spicy mayo and it was not spicy, so it's a good dish for anyone to enjoy. Only thing was it arrived a bit cold; cheese wasn't thoroughly melted but the flavors compensated for that easily so it wasn't really a bother at all. Dish also lacked grease and for it being absolutely covered in cheese, bacon, and sausage, I was happier than heck that there were no grease pools. Service was good, although they lagged a bit with refills - they get insanely busy though so I get it. Again, they compensated with good vibes, suggestions, overall interactions so I wouldn't worry about a lack of attention here. I would probably not advise against ordering the guava pancake; however, it wasn't anything incredibly special so I'd opt for a different flavor if going the pancake route. I'll be back soon - need to try out that Cuban sandwich and get the name of our waitress! Thanks for having us, was a lovely experience.

The Pan is truly a family favorite place to eat. The service, cleanliness and atmosphere is…read moreexcellent. The staff is super friendly and very welcoming. As busy as it may seem there's very little wait time. The portions are great. The food is flavorful .

I came on a Monday morning and there was a short wait for two people. The host and service were all…read morequick and attentive which was really nice. It's a small space so the restaurant has a very casual and cozy vibe. The posters and menu does look like it was made with AI which is really off putting. I ordered the Southern and the biscuits and gravy we huge, but surprisingly light and not too dense. It was pretty alright, but country gravy always is elevated by more pepper and some tabasco. The potatoes were well seasoned and the bites with the extra crisp on them were the best. The cinnamon roll pancakes were really tasty and the small bits of burnt cinnamon sugar were really tasty. I was hoping the cream cheese frosting had a bit more cream cheese taste but still good.

There are two locations in Gardena, and this one has better parking and a more spacious interior…read more The atmosphere is lively and it's almost always busy. The staff are friendly and welcoming. They greet you when you arrive and also say goodbye when you leave, which I really appreciate. They have a separate kids menu with plenty of options. The overall menu is diverse as well. It's not just breakfast, but also tacos, pancakes, sandwiches, and salads. My go-to dish is the Original Loaded Hash Browns. It's really delicious and the portion size is just right. I also tried the Cobb salad with added chicken. It was fresh, but the dressing was a bit heavy and slightly salty. Unfortunately, I found a small piece of plastic in it, but when I mentioned it, they handled it well and removed it from the bill. The music is good, but the speakers don't seem to be in great condition, so the sound quality could be better.

No issues parking in the adjacent lot. Indoor & outdoor seating available (low tops, high tops, bar…read moreand booths). Nice ambiance and perfect for a family or friend meal. Good spot for groups. Service was very friendly including our server and the hosts. I was impressed that when they brought all of our food out, there were multiple servers and they knew which dish belonged to whom in our party of 5. They have a wide variety of menu options. I ordered the lamb burger because it's not something you normally see on a restaurant menu. It was delicious! Everyone in our group really enjoyed their food. Looking forward to going back!

Hands down the best calamari I've ever had. The breading-to-squid ratio was spot on, and it was so…read moreincredibly tender. I was in Long Beach for a bit and asked Gemini for a local recommendation. Even though I've been to LBX dozens of times, I had no idea this gem existed. I'm so glad I found it--the food across the board is amazing. Beyond the food, the service was top-tier. Huge shoutout to Nate and Sam for taking such great care of me. Highly recommended! A++

Friendly workers, love the old school decors, and the food was fantastic…read more I had the briskets & gravy and it was delicious!

4.25/5 FOOD:…read morechicken and gravy dish was the star of the show. the chicken piece was juicy, tender and well seasoned. the gravy complemented it well and didn't overpower the chicken's flavor. large portion for the pancakes and they were generous on the blueberries. the lemon flavor barely was barely there through, would have loved more ricotta too. SERVICE: super sweet and speedy workers on a weekday AMBIANCE: hence the name, you step into a different decade and feel nostalgic with their decor and artwork. very cute spot.

Didn't go for food but got some beers "Juguito," "hasta la raiz," and "quiero maiz"…read moreBoth were good and refreshing on this hot summer day! First Timer here and stopped to check it out since I was in the area. Service was fast and friendly. Ambiance was clean not too busy.

I feel like this review is over due. It's the 4th time we visit the brewery. But credit is due when…read morecredit is due. We are big fans of the insurrectionist DH ipa and them having underbergs is a big plus for us. The food is where this place shines for us. The menu is curated around Hispanic/ Mexican flavors and they knock it out of the park everytime (dodger game is on lol) the rib eye taco, the fish tacos, the chicharrones with guacamole and salsa verde and the wings with a lime ranch are absolutely killer! We don't mind driving 30 minutes from home to come and visit them. The service is amazing, it reminds me of a proper restaurant where staff is always walking by and making sure everyone is ok. It's a dodger brewery so the ambiance can be good!

edit: I'm just here TO* say…read more I always get the chilaquiles torta, but my family gets different dishes and they all look great!

We found a reason to try a new place and in California Heights, they had a nice little cafe. We…read morewent there for breakfast and they had some good choices. I decided to have the corn beef and hash. The corn beef brisket was very flavorful and i really enjoyed every bite. The scrambled eggs were a little flat but good. The hash browns were fantastic and crispy. Very nice experience. My wife had the omelette and she enjoyed it, taking the rest home with her. We usually keep things simple and try different things. Getting a pancake was out of the question as just one went for nearly 7 dollars. That was too bad because it would have been nice. The food is definitely good so come check it out, I'll give more options on the menu a try on my next visit. The service was good so expect them to look after ya. Really love the artwork especially the John Lennon piece.

My second time here. Food was great. Really big portions. So expect that if you rather share…read more Service was great really friendly staff, always so busy. They even had a person playing live music while we ate. It wasn't too loud it was great.

This is a hidden gem, the place can be a bit hard to find as it is in a corner, however the food…read morehere is delicious. We have been here a few times and the food never disappoints. Service is great, very nice person that works here. The place is really nicely decorated and very cozy, the only reason why I took a star out is due to their prices, they tend to be a bit pricey and just recently increased their prices.