I went there around 6:45pm after attended the taping of Wheel of Fortune with family. It was a very nice experience. Not too busy and was seated in a few minutes. It was my first time and had a hard time deciding what to order. First Orange creamsicle shake, wings as appetizer and bacon burger with b fries. Everything came out in good time and was great I love these things all over the walls and hope to get to come again. They have a gift store, and a working landline pay phone! read more

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Excellent! Fun! Relaxed atmosphere! Great customer service! Clean! We had a delightful time. We got a top (little toy) each of us to play with as soon as we sat down along with our menus. A few minutes later, server came by to offer us some-kind of little trinket (toy) to play with (it curls up).... Sooo fun! And a few minutes later came by again to offer us little sheets for guessing on the Oscars for best pictures, actors, etc. the food was homey (good) and the shake was yummy (nice and thick). I definitively do recommend. parking is a bit tricky. but, do not let that discourage you. there is street meter parking if you are fortunate to get a spot. read more

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definitely needs improvement on the website. tried to place an order online and it's super slow and it lags. I needed up calling to place my order. I was literally on the website for twenty minutes and it took two minute to place an order by phone. read more

I'm such a typical beach person. I hate going past Lincoln to the East, Pico to the North, and Venice to the South. Do I anyways, yes, but ugh. For many decades I went to the Cafe 50's location that was in Venice and I still get sad when I drive by. Somehow I've been a complete IDIOT. No, I didn't know this location existed and I'm so pissed at myself for all the good food I've been missing over the last quite a few years. I love diners, I love diner food, and I love Cafe 50's. Same brilliant memorabilia *everywhere* like the Venice location had and has the jukeboxes as well. I've been twice in the last three weeks since finding it. The first time I had a yummy turkey club with French fries, cole slaw, and a pickle. All so delicious. A couple days ago I went again and had a spinach and avocado omelet. Also delicious. Service both times was amazing but the second time was extra special since the server I knew for decades at Venice was there, Kim, and I love her!!!!! They have a club thing you can sign up for which includes a free birthday meal but it takes a long time to get in the mail, apparently over 4 weeks, so I guess I'll be waiting a year from this month to use it. Even though I have the yellow plastic card they give you, management said that I couldn't do it without the mailed coupon. Kind of a bummer but I'll get over it. There is street parking in front and a very small parking lot in the back. read more

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Street parking out front, not sure if there is a lot somewhere. Extensive menu, nothing special imo. Tons of milkshakes though, which are yummy. For me, I do not need to come back again. read more

Service slow food average small portions for what you're paying more ambience than flavor read more

Cafe 50's - Menu page - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My experience at Cafe 50s was a 10/10 I feel bad for others that might not have had my experience. I was greeted with warmth, smiles and great service. Going inside during the holiday season felt like a big hug. I ordered what I'd consider a sampler plate with waffles,scrambled eggs, & bacon. I know I know sounds basic but boy was it good! The decor is a plus very retro and cute! Good for photo ops & everyone seemed to be getting work done! I would 100% go back read more

This place always has great service and it's always fun. I tried the mocha shake and it was yummy. We all shared a slice of apple pie and in my opinion, I prefer a flakey light crust and smaller apple pieces, my fiancee prefers a more sour apple like granny Smith. Our friend loved it as is. He inhaled the rest. read more

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I love me some Cafe 50's! This place is a true neighborhood gem. I was in desperate need of some breakfast one Saturday morning so my friend and I took a stroll. Wait time was about +/-10 min around 11am for a table of two. I ordered the eggs+bacon+pancakes and it was exactly what I wanted. All of the staff is extremely helpful and nice and they really go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need. Huge menu with all of your basic diner foods, and a LARGE milkshake list. Love having this spot nearby. Bonus: large menu, lovely staff, fun ambiance Bogus: can't think of anything! read more

I have nothing bad to say about this restaurant. The lines outside says it all! The staff is wonderful and very professional. The cooks are great and the food.... Exquisite! read more

We ordered a salad , Montecristo sandwich, a turkey dinner with onion rings also potato skins. And a bowl of clam chowder what a feast. Highly recommend this place read more

This is a great throwback to the era of diners, jukeboxes, and ice cream sodas. The food was great diner fare, but I will have to return to try one of their ice cream desserts read more

The eggs were good, but charging 3 to 4 dollars for AVOCADO and get a sad little black amount of guac thats too much. i asked for corn tortillas since im gluten free but i got flour tortillas. i always order from this place but today was not a good day read more

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The aesthetics of this cafe is amazing. The theme is the 1950's. Jukebox's on every table (sadly) they don't work. But this place from top to bottom was a true beauty. Servers are extremely kind and very welcoming! I would definitely come back for their shakes. I got their pumpkin shake and it was amazing. read more

Cafe 50's - Breakfast Burritos - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

GREAT service. Rlly good diner food. Exactly what u want in a diner. Such friendly staff. read more

Cafe 50's - Bacon (4 Strips), french fries, eggs, chocolate chip pancakes - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is a must! The exterior of the building will draw you in. You can sit indoors at the counter or booth, or outdoors. You are instantly greeted by the kindest staff and you are transported back to the 50's, with old magazine photos and posters that cover the walls and objects from that era. I think we spent the entire time there just eating the delicious food and pointing at the walls and objects. They have the best selection of breakfast items, lunch and well over 40 types of milkshakes! As an added bonus for adults, they also serve mimosas. We got the following: Mac and Cheese Bites - a must. Hot fried mac and cheese ooey gooey triangle goodness served with a side of ranch and oranges and cucumbers. Kentucky Breakfast - delicious biscuits and gravy topped with egg and a side of country potatoes. Large dish that will def have you take the leftovers home. We need to go back as there were so many things on the menu that we still want to try. I do want to point out, aside from their delicious food and blast from the past amazing vintage look, that the staff was just so incredibly nice and attentive. They give balloons to kids when they dine in, and the staff was so helpful when you had questions about the menu. From the waitress to the food runner, they all smiled. I loved all the details from the entertainment Puns you can read as you wait for your meal right down to the sticker on my leftover box that lets me know how to best re-heat my food. I absolutely enjoyed everything about this place. read more

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Service was okay--our waiter was a little forgetful but incredibly sweet. However, I was shocked to learn that they use microwaves for their food--something Gordon Ramsay definitely wouldn't approve of. My friend ordered biscuits and gravy, but they were stale and hard. The chef even came out to inform us that they were microwaved rather than freshly made, which was disappointing. The shakes, on the other hand, were amazing! Overall, the food was just okay. We had a large group, and unfortunately, I ended up with a stomach ache from the poached salmon, which was not good. If you visit, l'd recommend sticking to shakes, breakfast and burgers--avoid anything else. One major downside was how the staff handled a traumatic situation. A customer rudely shushed a baby and called the mother a bad mom, even though the baby was simply making quiet, cute sounds. The mother ended up in tears. The staff should have stepped in and at least comped her meal, but instead, our friend covered it. I personally spoke to the parents to encourage them because no one deserves to be treated like that. On a lighter note, the decor is cute, and the atmosphere is nice, though the jukebox volume was too low. This spot is great, but there's definitely room for improvement in both food quality and customer care. read more

This is such an adorable diner with an authentic 1950s vibe and I can't fault the great service. Everyone that works here is so nice, and I accidentally left my credit card with the bill and they were so helpful getting it back to me. The decor is definitely the best part. They have old 1950s movie star photos all over the walls and a real working phone booth! There's an authentic soda fountain and they make over 45 different exotic and insanely delicious milkshakes; don't forget to check out the full milkshake page on the menu. Their classic malts will take you back to "Happy Days" (remember Fonzie?) and this place is so cute. They offer a deviled eggs special (so mid century!) You can even take a seat at the counter and watch them prepare your food. I had to try a Monte-Cristo sandwich which is probably one of the most fattening things you can possibly order. Roasted turkey, ham, swiss cheese, cheddar cheese on triple layered white bread, dipped in batter and deep fried with a sprinkling of powdered sugar on top and a side of strawberry jam. Garnished with a nice coleslaw. I didn't realize that the Monte-Cristo sandwich was invented in Southern California in the 1950s! This place supposedly makes one of the best ones around. The menu mentions how they make them in Disneyland at the Blue Bayou restaurant.... and I think that's the last place that I've had one. The Cafe 50's version was crispy and fried perfectly, almost like a tempura grilled cheese. With the powdered sugar (optional) and the side of strawberry jam, plus the 2 cheeses and 2 meats, it has a few different flavors mixed in there and it's very sweet and savory. My friend loved her classic tuna melt. They also have very good soups. We tried a creamy clam chowder. There is parking in the back and you can also usually find metered parking in the front or on the side streets. Definitely a great and unique option if you want some '50s nostalgia and classic American food on the west side. Open late until midnight. read more

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The staff is so fun and friendly. There is (paid) parking in the back. There is a super fun vibe with the 50s theme. Wine and cocktails, and breakfast all day. So much to love! Just super disappointed they changed their sourdough to some strange soft spongy no-sourdough flavor bread. The waiter was kind enough to confirm with the kitchen that it was indeed sourdough and not switched with something else. Nope. Oh, well.... Mel's Diner in Santa Monica ain't bad, I guess. read more

If you are experienced eating blintzes in delis and European restaurants, ignore the "best blintzes in town" self appraisal. The crepe is way to thick, the filling is more cannoli than blintz and way too sweet. If you want a good authentic Blintz , go to Nate 'N Al's in Beverly Hills. read more

I've been driving there for years whenever I'm in LA, every year it seems there is something new to see, but the majority of the staff has been here for over a decade! The item that stood out for me this trip was the coffee, it was really good. I asked and found out they only serve organic wild hand picked beans from Central America and then roasted by the distributor right there on Orange County! read more

Cafe 50's - Dining room - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is great. Everyone is super nice, they accommodate children (coloring, kids menu, Mickey Mouse pancakes, toys they give you etc), The ambiance is like no other. Plenty of Parking in the front off Santa Monica...metered. For an hour it was $1. A+++ read more

Food is really good service is really good and the ambience of the 50s is really nice. I will definitely go back when I'm in the area.

Oh my goodness this is such a nostalgic treat and a taste treat as well-a feast for the eyes and the mouth. I had the American Bandstand omelette and it was so delicious and fresh with bacon and cheese and it was so big I had to save half for later. The cubed potatoes were cooked to perfection. Even the English muffin was lightly buttered and just perfect. It was so delicious and served so well. The atmosphere is fun with all of the decorations and the memorab on the walls. The staff was very friendly. I will definitely be coming back here and I highly recommend it. Save room for the milkshakes! read more

Came here on a Saturday around 9pm & was sat right away. I got the turkey burger and it was BOMBB. Service was excellent! I enjoyed the retro vibe with all the posters and ephemera on the wall. I hope LA never gets rid of our retro diners. Can't wait to come back :D read more

Cafe 50's - Interior - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Deviled eggs were good, and the food was ok in general. The vibes are definitely there and we enjoyed the '50s decor. We wouldn't come back only for the food, but to play the jukebox for real. The deep fried toast somewhat lacked flavour, albeit its interesting texture. The 3 egg breakfast was nice, but it's nothing to write home about (Which also means they weren't bad). The milkshake is on the sweeter side, but it was fun to try new things out. Overall, it's worth a visit for its amazing decor and laid back vibes. But the food isn't going to be 'spectacular'. Definitely get the deviled eggs though! read more

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Super Friendly service with good food and reasonable prices. They have lots of specials and shakes. Also a nice kids menu. read more

Cafe 50's - Corned beef hash with eggs - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Fun for kids with the toy dispensers great milkshakes all in all would visit again ! (Bring quarters)

Really awesome experience! This place didn't have much happening on Google, so we took a bit of a chance--and we were happy that we did! The owner, Craig, is SO sweet. Upon both entering and leaving we had a very cheerful conversation. Our server didn't seem as content, but everyone else was great. We only got milkshakes and fries, so it wasn't a super comprehensive tasting, but they were all really good! I got the Peanut Butter Chocolate Cup shake and my friend got the Apple Pie shake. Both were quite good, and tasted very accurate to their descriptions. The restaurant inside is so cool, too! Just a great place to have lunch. Will come back and try more food, for sure! ** Note: the small fries are massive... read more

Second time there burger hand done meaning meat hand rolled. My wife had a chicken salad which is plenty.

For an uber eats order I don't recommend. I have been wanting to try this place & I was hugely disappointed. The omelette was disgusting, I'm just confused on what is going on here? No flavor at all & a waste of food to be frank. The french toast was decent but cold like it was in the fridge, this piece of bread was the item with the most taste. Check the video out, I mean why is the juice at the bottom like that, all the spinach stuffed into an egg with no seasoning and just a bunch of juice. Huge food turn off. I'm just being logical and honest, look. read more

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This place is so unique,A step into Happy Days, the 50s,Eisenhower and all electric kitchens.All sort of memorabiles are scattered about this place .45 shakes,ice cream all made with Thrifty's ice cream.Dozens of 50s diner food, open faced turkey sandwich, cheesecake, burgers and lots of pie.Waitresses even wear 50s clothing Step back in time, check out this diner on where else Route 66( Santa Monica Blvd) read more

Came here for breakfast. Staff were friendly- very vwry nice.Facoriteoarr.. Provided me with pretty ok coffee(they don't do fancy drinks like caps or lattes) , water, and a plastic spinning top? Sure , why not? This is going to shock you, decor is 1950's retro.-( Cigarettes 75Cents!) , but with 2020's prices. It's fun. It's not ed debevic's fun, but that's a bit creepy, anyway. Ordered: 2 eggs (poached), sausage, English muffin, and home fries. Potatos were a bit unevely cooked ( first of the day?) absolutley perfextly adaquate breakfast. Price was fine. Loved the staff. Standard diner food, competant. read more

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1st off, the customer service is spot on! I started coming to this establishment in 2022 after volunteering at the Los Angeles National Cemetery in support of Memorial Day. It was every Tuesday after. I came in a large group (Monster Energy) and they have always taken care of us. The food is outstanding and priced well. If you enjoy the 1950's, you will not be let down. I still come in from time to time, and will continue to be there every Tuesday after Memorial Day. Thank you for your continued excellent service and food. read more

Take out. Food was alright. Potatoes could be cooked more consistently. Eggs were lacking in salt and texture was rubbery. Lack of attention to details and could have been better. Hoping they fix up the food quality. read more

I don't enjoy writing negative reviews, but I decided to write this one because I had an unusually bad experience. It was mid-afternoon on a nice day when a friend and I craved burgers, fries, and a coke. We normally aren't big red meat and fried food fans, but a craving is...well, IYKYK (if you know, you know). To begin, we ordered Cokes. The first sip was so unpleasant that we both wrinkled our noses and made an "ugh" sound. The waiter offered to bring fresh drinks. Meanwhile our burgers and fries were served. The hot, perfectly crunchy, well-salted, French fries were reassuring. We confidently took big bites of our hamburgers. There was that disgusting "ugh" taste again. Neither of us took a second bite. Meanwhile, fresh drinks arrived, and I gulped my cola hoping to get rid of the burger's unpleasant flavor. BIG mistake. Another "ugh." taste. I cautioned my friend to take a small sip in case hers was equally bad. It was. We asked for the check. Since the service had been friendly, we decided to give them a nice tip, and agreed to write a review. We looked for clues as to why both the food and drinks tasted so bad. The restaurant interior was meant to reflect the 50s; there were photos of mid-century celebrities on the walls (we were able to identify the majority), and a "jukebox jitterbug jive joint" decor. The original intention was to invoke nostalgia, but now it just seemed worn-out and drab. A layer of something that looked like built-up grease covered some cooking surfaces; not unusual in an old restaurant, but not very appetizing either. Maybe the flavor was from rancid cooking oil, or dishes and glasses the dishwasher didn't clean properly, or an unusual situation (maybe something spoiled?) the staff wasn't aware of. We will never know because we won't be going back. read more

Looking to venture back into the Santa Monica area, we decided to check out a popular local spot known as Cafe 50s. The staff was very friendly and attentive. We didn't have to wait long at all to get our booth, order a couple drinks and our food. While waiting for our food to arrive, I marveled at the presentation and tons of advertisements and memorabilia from the 1950s and it was a sight to see. Once the food arrived, every bite of it was delicious. I will definitely visit this place again soon and tour the surrounding area. read more

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Amazing food & milk shakes. Friendly service, cute 50's decor. Wish they opened atleast at 7 though.

Love Cafe 50's! It's your typical diner but the food is great! My favorite is the Monte Cristo. Their shakes and Vanilla Coke are also super tasty! Fries and a side of ranch as well! (Love a place that has good ranch). Overall they do diner food well, definitely wouldn't come here looking for a healthy meal. I tend to order takeout from here more than dining in, but they always do a great job of getting my order right. There is generally street parking available nearby. read more

It was yummy!! The service was great!! Very kind towards my father and I! Definitely try to eat inside since it was well decorated, going to the bathroom was an experience,, loved that the restroom was jungle themed! My dad loved their coffee too! read more