The best tuna melt I have eaten in years! The sourdough bread done properly on the grill, packed together with a fresh tomato slice and crisp lettuce to give it that extra fresh taste and added texture/snap that you would expect from an amazing east coast diner. That along with their huevos rancheros, both recipes being served just as they were in 1982. Chased down with some banana hotcakes, again using an older technique of mashing the banana in the pancake batter. Resulted in a nice crispy outside with a gooey inside of banana and batter flavor. Highly recommend adding a bit syrup to give it that little hint of sweetness. All of this being served by the nicest neighborhood family who will make sure you never see the bottom of your cup of joe. Also, I was able to use my AMEX to pay. Thank you Carlos. read more

Great food, and the service was awesome.the ambiance is cozy and adorable. Definitely worth coming back.

Let's bring about the positives before we speak of why it didn't quite make 5 stars in my dining book! Food...one word WOW! Let me make this sweet and simple using key words! HUGE PORTIONS. GREAT SERVICE. PERSONABLE EXPERIENCE. The owner was hanging out with a smile on his face getting to know his guests. What a nice touch! The cons: It's definitely cozy! It's a tight space. Think of a Sunday afternoon at a relatives house, and they pitched a canopy and put fold out tables for the large family to hang out under and eat together! That's the vibe! And then there's a small section upon opening the door where you can enjoy bar top seating if you preferred something other than being with all of your relatives! We will call this, the adult table! I loved the idea. Felt just a little too dirty for me! But the food was great! Would I come back? Sure! read more

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If you blink you'll miss this spot! When they say hole in the wall, it really is! The food is awesome and portion size is HUGE!!!! I've had their veggie omelette and gyro. WILL MOST DEFINITELY be going back for more! read more

Cozy Cafe - Gyro (salad in place of fries) - Greek Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

I almost don't want to write a review for this place because I'd rather keep it a secret. I think it's been here for quite a while now. Big time hole in the wall spot, but it's so good. Family operated. Home style feeling; you will see the same workers and people eating here on a regular basis. The counter space is small but worth squeezing into if you can get a seat. People who sit there are friendly and will talk to you. There are also tables in the back. There are two kids who work there too, but they are growing up and getting bigger now. Service is awesome. Food to try: WIPE OUT OMELETTE is my favorite. FRENCH TOAST. GREEK DELUXE. Street parking best way to go. read more

I ordered a gyro it was soo good. The portion is big and I'm taking half home. The workers are very friendly. There's WiFi also. It's nice and cozy for family and single people. It's sometimes quiet and just very nice cozy environment. read more

Cozy Cafe - Greek Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

The best homemade breakfast I've had in a long time. The staff treat you like family. The prices are great and they will custom any item on the menu read more

It is a cozy cafe indeed. Very small inside but there is more room in the back for groups. Food and banana pancakes are SO delicious! Huge portion sizes and cheap prices! Definitely eat here and support this small restaurant. read more

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Great find in the area for breakfast/ lunch. The food was so delicious & the employees were all so nice. It's very small so you get a neighborhood vibe. Prices were good. I will be going back!!! read more

The cozy café is a family owned business that is worth going to. Great service, attentive, quick and tasty. What more can you ask for? If you live in Redondo Beach or visiting it's just a small little hole in the wall spot that has outside or indoor seating and the food had a lot of flavor and the prices were beyond fair. In Los Angeles there is a lot of price gouging and this place had food and quality and fair pricing. Go to support small business. The best veggie scramble around and the breakfast burrito was also solid. read more

food is very good,amazing every and highly recommend this place,amazing vibes and good enervy as soon as you walk in,definitely 5/5 stars

excellent breakfast and service. entire family enjoyed the food. it won a repeat visit on our trip.

The sausage was literally almost nothing but fat inside. It was very gross. The eggs didn't have a lot of taste and were not made how I asked. 1 star because the French toast was ok. Which they only gave one slice of. read more

This place is my new addiction. I am a native Jersey girl and was dying for a diner spot. This place nailed it for me. I literally hugged the owner after my meal and came back two days in a row after my first experience. The food is just so delicious and clearly made with a lot of love. The service is great. Everyone who works there is so friendly. I highly recommend getting yourself a side order of Polish sausage. It's my absolute favorite! They also have spam which brought me back to my childhood. Meet me at the counter y'all! read more

Cozy Cafe - Polish scramble with polish sausage mixed in - Greek Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Really good little dinner in Redondo Beach. I grew up with a grandma who owned a place in LA This brings back lots of great memories from that childhood. The food was good. The prices were great. I will try to get back there more often for breakfast when we eat it at home. read more

I have only tried the breakfasts here and I give them 4 stars and service has always been very good. and they don't gouge you on pricing like some places do. the atmosphere is totally low key & down home (nothing fancy) but great for a quick breakfast. read more

Good home style cooking. Cool mom and pop style restaurant. I would definitely recommend if you are looking for something new give this place a try read more

A week later and I'm back already! I love this place. The service is always great. Greek scramble all the way. My brother had their pancakes and those were great. Bacon is always crispy! read more

Such a nice little place for breakfast. Carlos and all the staff are so friendly. The food is great. Highly recommend.

Boy, was I in an adventurous mood today! I really wanted to try some waffles and fried chicken at Roscoe's but given it didn't fit in my time schedule I had to settle for a finding a local eatery to satisfy my craving for something new. So where did I end up? At Cozy Café of course! I know, go figure. Truthfully, I had wanted to try this place out because I've passed this place so often over the years and it appeared so tiny from the outside that it piqued my curiosity. So I get on Yelp, read a few reviews and decided I'd give it a shot. The inside is small! There's a horseshoe counter with the kitchen in the back http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/aah_uO0TbdDtfO7bXReJjg?select=EyGYUKFOxFCnu4vGcURTUQ. But they do have a backyard dining area with some long picnic tables. It's covered by black plastic and seemed it would be good for a group of friends who want to get rowdy and have some fun: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/aah_uO0TbdDtfO7bXReJjg?select=CLx-ylfk9-dRIXLKf3mpmw http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/aah_uO0TbdDtfO7bXReJjg?select=fqx2oSG728gRy-aTe05Big The menu was such a mishmash of American, Greek and Mexican cuisine but it seemed they specialized in breakfast although they did have some lunch and dinner items that sounded tantalizing. I ordered the chicken breast plate, which came with potatoes, and a choice of vegetables or salad and a roll. Well it appears they didn't have any rolls since all I was offered was toast. I was also offered fries instead of potatoes but I vied for potatoes and the veggies which turned out to be a bowl of green beans. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/aah_uO0TbdDtfO7bXReJjg?select=JV6UzT7L2GTp25H31uknTQ My plate wasn't bad. I didn't get queasy afterward, as you would think you would but I suppose it would depend on what you order since there were some greasy dishes on the menu. Overall, I enjoyed myself and wouldn't mind coming back with a group to eat breakfast in the back yard. That would be a hoot! read more

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Came here for a late breakfast this morning. I've heard such amazing things about this place and was excited to try their banana pancakes! It was a national holiday, so they were busier than usual, which may have affected the food prep. We sat at the counter and the servers were busily running around. I ordered the banana hot cakes special, which included two banana pancakes, 4 bacon (or sausage, or ham) and two eggs any style for only $7.00!! What a great deal! My dad had told me about the pancakes and how they were the best he's had in the area. Today, we both ordered the pancakes, but he said they weren't as rich in banana flavor, as soft/fluffy, and instead of being golden brown they were a dark brown (little over cooked. I'm just guessing it was an off day due to maybe a packed house. Im definitely coming back to give them another shot. Still good food and you can't beat those prices, but a little underwhelmed to what I was expecting read more

Cozy Cafe - Banana hot cakes special with 2 eggs and 4 bacon ($7.00)!! - Greek Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Comfort food Americana with some Greek thrown it. Cozy Corner is a little place but you better bring a big appetite. I came here and had their Chicken Fried steak, what a dish. One of the best I've had, tender meat, flavorful gravy and an egg sunny side up - yeah what a breakfast. Next time? I'll have their pancakes. read more

There are greasy spoons and then there are greasy spoons. Then there's the Cozy Cafe. The word 'greasy spoon' is a term that I heard many times growing up in the South. Used to describe a cafe or diner that serves food that sticks to your ribs and spoon. 'Cozy' is the appropriate word to describe the decor because it is damn cozy up in here. Walk in and you could be in the lap of someone eating. The outdoor area in the back is a bit more spacious, but arriving for a late Saturday breakfast should be avoided. Seems like a neighborhood type place because the cook and other patrons were greeting each other by their 1st names.... I ordered the meatloaf the first time and it was pretty good. If you are counting calories, get something else because the portion was huge. Even for big appetites. Had the Wipeout (I'm not a BIG breakfast person) and it was a typical breakfast item with a twist. Salsa with eggs, potatoes, etc... I would eat here ONLY if I were extremely hungry or needing a carb/protein boost. read more

SOOO COZY! I love this place, it's cute, it's small, and they serve great food for a low price. And George is always very friendly and nice even if you're not one of the regulars. I've come here for breakfast a few times and I've been surprised by the quantity of food. I order something and it is big enough to feed two people! I would try to eat the whole thing, because it's so yummy, but I just can't. I've gotten the corned beef hash here and banana pancakes. Both come with toast and potatoes I think and were very reasonable. About 7 or 8 dollars for like two plates of food. I haven't had a good corned beef hash anywhere so that definitely hit the spot. My friend got a burger, I think it was George's burger, and it came with a toasted bun and fried egg? It looked pretty good! I really like coming here for the homestyle cooking and coziness, I want to go again now! read more

The only diner in South Bay that opens before 8am! The owner is nice and makes my corned beef hash w/sunny side up eggs just the way I like em'. Love this place! read more

Cozy Cafe - If there's no corned beef hash... - Greek Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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Attn: all breakfast lovers! Tiffany L. (actually now F.) (how do I change my name on yelp?) now has a new addiction! COZY CAFE! How did I miss this place for the last 10+ years??? It's freakin tiny! That's how! The new husband and I dropped in while playing morning hookie from work. I got eggs and bacon, he got the Greek breakfast. Both phenomenal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How are eggs and bacon phenomenal you ask? Well, when they're cooked to perfection and hi quality, that's when they become phenomenal! Tips: Careful when you walk in. Don't open the door quickly you might hit someone. Be prepared to sit next to strangers and just make yourself at home! Love you Cozy Cafe, can't wait to come back! read more

Cozy Cafe - Egg menu - Greek Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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This charmingly unique restaurant really is cozy, with excellent food and service. Three of us went and had three different breakfasts, and each person thought their breakfast excellent. I had the Greek Scramble and yum! Lots and lots of spinach and goodies served super hot. If you like restaurants with personality instead of chains, this is the place! read more

Very nice people to have serve you breakfast. Quite an interesting menu standards as well as Greek options. The street parking on Sunday was very easy and got a table quickly. Food was very good. read more

It looks like a little hole in the wall and it's quite easy to miss even though it's right on PCH. However, it is probably the best breakfast in the South Bay and absolutely the best value hands down. I've tried practicing every breakfast option and nothing every let me down. My go to is a simple eggs, pancakes, and sausage, which is always amazing. 10/10, highly recommend. read more

Cozy is pretty tiny place, if you count only the front restaurant with its 8 seats or so, the back patio actually can sit about 20-24 people or so, so if you cram everyone in its actually not that small a joint. Now on to the food. We got the Greek Deluxe Scramble and Banana hotcakes for our meals and bottomless coffee. The banana pancakes were delicious, fluffy and packed with banana flavor, they really know how to crisp up the bacon on the order if thats how you iike it (just tell'em you want your bacon "well done" (you can do that with your home fries as well!) The greek deluxe scramble was tasty, but coudl've used more seasoning on it, the tomato chunks were a bit large but wasn't terrible in anyway. The scramble worked and it was tasty and came in a hearty portion, if you kill the scramble and the home fries you should be pretty full afterwards. The prices were super reasonable, service was ok and the food was tasty. Next time I come i'm gonna order some other items off their menu. I'd definiltey come back. I'd recommend getting there early though, by the time we finished our meal around noon the place was bursting with people trying ot score a table to eat at. it was only moderately busy when we got there around 10ish on a sunday morning. read more

This place is most definitely cozy!! And believe it or not, they expanded this place, yet it's so tiny. I love it! Small, family businesses are my favorite. This was pretty much my first time in Redondo Beach and my friends took me to this place after we went surfing. They've been here for almost 10 years...you can definitely tell that the owner and them were close. I got their 2 pancakes, 2 sausages, 2 bacon, and 2 eggs over hard. It's a simple breakfast, but it was just so good that it hit the spot. They also had PEANUT BUTTER; I was so happy!!! No one usually has PB so that definitely completed the meal. Next time I'm in the area, I'll be back. The employees are very nice and the owner is very outspoken and loud, which I love! read more

Think this is going to be one of my new breakfast spots. Place has great food, huge selection, and all for a cheap-ish price! I really like this place for it big selection of breakfast foods aside from the usual pancakes and eggs (which they do have) if you are feeling a little more adventurous for your morning meal. I think the reason this place's food has so much variety too it is because the owner has Mexican, American, and Greek heritage which is seem in his food. I would definitely come check this place out as you can always play it safe and just get their banana pancakes and eggs. My three gripes with this place is the lack of parking (street parking only), tiny tiny bathroom, and very little seating (though more seating then you would think from the looks of it). read more

Cozy Cafe - Specials - Greek Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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New favorite! Sooo glad we stopped here before we left. The other people aren't kidding..its TINY...but we didnt mind...its part of its charm. Staff was super friendly the food was soooo good. We ended up ordering 3 plates for the two of us. Greek Deluxe was bomb....so was the Chicken Fried steak and eggs...and the stuffed French Toast was probably made by God hands because they were that good. I'd definitely come back here. read more

Cozy Cafe - Greek Deluxe, Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs, and side of bacon and sausage. - Greek Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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Great service + awesome food! This was our first time trying this place and I wish we found it earlier. This is a hidden gem We got the screwball breakfast- which was served with eggs and potatoes. It was really tasty! We also got the Gyro Plate - BOMB! I love their gyro it was crunchy and soft and that tzatziki sauce just made it! I'm definitely coming back to try the other stuff on the menu! downside it was hot but hey food was really good! read more

Cozy Cafe - gyro plate - Greek Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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This place is awesome! The French toast is off the hook! Everything tastes great and the prices are surprisingly low. This place is a new fav - but take note that they close at 2:00 pm. read more

Great food and awesome small business. Great after a nice surf session in the area

Yummy yummy!!! Came here for the first time to pick up breakfast for the family. Cozy little place like the name and the people there are so nice. It seems like one of those neighborhood joints where everyone knows your name... We'll definitely become regulars here!! We had the 2 pancake breakfast with an egg and 2 sausages. The pancakes were ginormous and so fluffy and delicious! My kids loved them and if memory serves me correctly, that was less than $5!!! Also had the breakfast burrito with chili sauce. Yum! Husband and i devoured that, also had the Greek omelette which had spinach, tomatoes and feta cheese. I think next time I'll ask for a little less feta but it was delicious regardless. The entrees came with potatoes which were my husbands favorite since it was sitting on the griddle and got a nice crunchy layer to them. I also had a coffee (little too watery for me) and the whole bill was only $23!!! What a deal! A must try place and I'll be back!!! read more

Great atmosphere and great food (and great prices). This is an iconic South Bay diner run by a larger than life Greek dude. It gets it name because the main restaurant is tight, just a coffee counter that seats maybe 10 people. In the back, however, there are tables for larger groups. Parking is a bit rough, generally you'll need to find a spot on PCH or around the corner in the neighborhood. It's beautiful out though, so that's not too bad :). The portions are generous. My favorite thing is a tie between the banana pancakes (they're huge) and the french toast special. read more

Great food and great service. Left overs still taste good hours later thank you I'll be back. Good prices too!!

This is a very small family business that is suffering terribly with the current prohibition on dine-in as they are not tech-savvy and hooked up with delivery options. They are open for take out from about 8am to 1pm daily. Call ahead or just show up and order in person. Almost everything is under $10. American-Greek-Mexican comfort food. Cards now accepted. read more