The food was bomb, the service was great everyone was so nice and the ambiance gave retro 1960s…read morediner and I was rocking with it.

I was in the area after my cruise in San Pedro and we were starving for breakfast. I was…read moreunderwhelmed with cruise ship food & I was looking for anything with flavor. Introduce Pann's Restaurant, a typical diner with friendly waitresses and budget friendly food. I chose the 3 chicken wings and waffles. I wasn't disappointed! The chicken was crisp and juicy with a good seasoning in the batter and the waffles were thick with a crispy outside and a soft interior. Portion sizes are pretty good and the price point is super affordable. I would definitely return again for some good, comfort food. No wait when we came on a Thursday morning.

Now, I have to preface this review saying I am entirely biased in this situation because Mel's…read moreDrive In, next to the iconic Max Factor building is the type of Old Hollywood experience that brings me back to the city. You can go to a run down old diner in any city, but this is the city of the stars. On this trip even though we were already heading to the establishment it must have been an extra slow day because someone was out on the boulevard trying to direct traffic to the restaurant. About 1/3 of the tables were full when we walked in, and it took a few minutes for us to be seen and seated. The wait staff is perhaps a bit understaffed to really be at their best. Our server did not explain much to us as far as the jukebox at our table, if we could use it and how... it would have been nice to know that. I ordered a Caesar salad and a coffee milkshake. When the server asked me if I wanted a small or large salad I asked what the difference in size was, since it wasn't explained on the menu to which they just kind of shrugged at me. Regardless of the perhaps lackluster service I really loved my food, the true, lived in vintage aesthetic and overall experience. Is 10.25 perhaps a bit expensive for a milkshake, i'd say so....but considering the overpriced reality of any trip to Hollywood I think it's something I would not regret spending my money on. Even though I can see why someone would rate this spot a 3, I simply cannot let my own rating fall below a 5 because I know the next time I'm in town it will be looming in my mind as the ideal place to feed my belly and nostalgic heart.

I gotta say - I am truly shocked in the best way possible just how good Mel's Drive In is. Now,…read moreit's not the absolutely most spectacular meal I've ever had, but considering how much of a tourist trap it is and how small the crowd was for dinner on a Friday evening, it was pretty darn good stuff. Our server was Juno and she was one of the best waitresses around! Sweet, attentive, super friendly, and her smile couldn't be beat! I ordered the short rib grilled cheese with a side of twisty fries or curly fries, and a Grants milkshake.. The food is definitely expensive the sandwich alone was something like $25 for the sandwich plus $2 for the fries being "upgraded" to curly fries. The shake was $11. For the size of the sandwich, $25 is steep. But you do get a big pile of fries for the upgrade price. The sandwich was toasted well and crispy on both sides, the short rib was tender a tad dry but great flavor, and there was a good amount of cheese! I think it sat for a while because the cheese had congealed so the timing was a slight issue but didn't ruin the sandwich. The fries on the other hand were a big miss. They were SO salty and pretty dry, like my mouth was parched for water every time I ate a curly fry. I don't know what happened there but the $2 was a waste. Now back to the good - the shake was amazing. For $11 they give you a full glass plus the extra in the metal cup. It was so well balanced between the nutella and banana flavors without being overly rich or sweet. It was thick too and had really great consistency. Sadly the sandwich filled me up so I couldn't finish the shake but I would definitely return for a milkshake in the future! Overall, a solid experience and I was pleasantly surprised, and I'd be happy to return if I was in the area!

A cute diner inside the Delphi hotel. I came here on a weekday morning to grab a quick breakfast…read more The hostess was really sweet! The place was not crowded. I ordered the Denae's bash with eggs, potatoes, sourdough, and grilled avocado, which is $18. The service was fast. The price is fair for downtown LA. The toast and potatoes were greasy. The eggs and avocado were well done though. Overall a decent experience. May dine again if I am staying at the hotel.

Went to Denae's for the first time, to celebrate a friend's birthday. We had a large group - 8, I…read morethink - and our server did a good job. Everyone really liked their food choices. I had the La Brea, which is like a brisket hash. It was really good! Breakfast is served all day and the coffee was good. Like many places downtown LA, the area is a little sketchy. I parked at a street meter and had to wait for a homeless person who seemed to hallucinating, to move away from my car before I got out. I'm a small woman and didn't feel safe to get out until he was gone. Then our friend who had parked in the underground garage of the building where Denae's is, had her car hatch back window smashed out and a bag stolen. Nothing valuable inside but horrible to have your car vandalized like that. So, just a heads up on the location.

Astro Family Restaurant is a 24-hour diner & coffee shop in Silver Lake that has been slinging up…read morehomestyle meals since 1967. Their motto is: "If it's not good enough to serve to mom, it's not good enough to serve to you." The wait staff are friendly and smile every time they refill your coffee from the classic glass coffee pot. The décor is retro with orange vinyl-upholstered booths, counter seating, and terrazzo floors. The menu is extensive, offering something for everyone. The portions are large and prices are reasonable. My girlfriend and I would frequently come here to grub after a night of clubbing. Now, I'll stop by on occasion after a tasting at Silver Lake Wine. My favorite thing to order is the Chinese Chicken Salad without the chicken. The house made dressing is so good. I also love the thick steak fries, hand cut onion rings, French fried zucchini spears, and handmade pies with the perfect flaky crust. If you're looking for an affordable hearty meal with friendly service, Astro is the place.

Been coming here for many years - one of my favorite neighborhood spots. Was so sad when Taix…read morerecently closed, and I gotta give some love to Astro! Gotta give love to our favorite spots, keep going, and hope they keep existing! First of all, I love a diner, and Astro is a classic diner from back in the day in LA. So yeah - in general, love these classic LA spots with lots of history, that have been part of the community for so long. I love that it's 24 hours as well. There's hardly any 24 spots in LA - so for the Silver Lake / Echo Park / east side community - Astro is the best! For LA, the food is pretty affordable as well. Classic diner food. Love the coffee, lots of other great stuff on the menu, I've had a lot of it over the years - some of my faves... burgers, the patty melt (yum)!, all the pies especially cherry, love the coffee, blintzes (love love love). It's all good. Almost always get the chicken and waffles and add strawberries and whipped cream - so bomb! Also - the staff are all fantastic! I love Astro!!

Tried and true. Open well into the early morning hours making it the perfect late night spot. The…read moreservice is always on point. Very accommodating. Love that. I usually get the burger, it never fails. Love their pink lemonade. Its a classic LA spot.

Tl;dr; this is a vibe restaurant. This is a late night restaurant. This is a rare gem at the right…read moretime in the morning.... This is the type of place you go because you live nearby, you like retro decor, or it's really late at night. I've been living here for about four months and I just found out that this place is open till 3 AM... there's only a couple other places open that late around here, norms, and Mel's with our I honestly find quite confusing. The waitress on the morning I was in, had an excellent alternative Gothic vibe; I could tell she knew things, I could tell she's seen things... and as a literal fire truck sirens screams by in the intersection next to where I'm at; I am reminded this is the city... I live really close to here so I'm going to be back. Not necessarily because the food blew me away, but because I live walking distance. The sausage and eggs were on point. The pancakes were a bit doughy, but ask for me next time I'll just try the French toast... and maybe I'll put on a record; Tarantino get your heart out... three stars on the food, extra star for the wait staff and the service...

Ordered the Truffle Mushroom Burger which was excellent. My only complaint...the waiter walked by…read morewith fried chicken and waffles...damn it! Next time.

A very unassuming restaurant, and you have to know where you're going to find it, as the signage…read moreisn't flashy or major fro the outside. Myself and my husband along with 4 of our friends decided to try Vicky's before a play we were attending. At first, I was a little worried as it's not a large place, and looks more like a neighborhood spot, but I was pleasantly surprised when our food arrived. The service was great, as well as the timing of the food and drinks arriving after we ordered. The food was great, and they gave you nice portions that can be shared. Everything we ordered was tasty, as well as my friends were raving about the dishes they ordered. I will definitely recommend, and myself and my husband will be back for sure. Looking forward to trying their breakfast, and more dinner items on the menu. Don't sleep on this spot, its excellent!

Lovely staff. The service here has always been great . The food has always been amazing.read more

Loved this old world place. Breakfast sausages cooked to perfection. Very amiable service and…read morequick. Time to relax and not be rushed. My breakfast was $10+. You can't beat that anywhere. I felt comfortable and safe here. Try it!

Friday night tradition for my partner and I. Shout out to Karina for her amazing service!read more

Food and service was great. Karina was very helpful, and made sure we had everything we needed.read more