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    Gancia’s Craft Kitchen

    5.0 (20 reviews)
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    Corner entry to the famous kitchen!
    Cesar C.

    Gancia's Craft Kitchen deserves ............... a Michelin Review! I mean -- Wow! Talk about comfort food that's SO GOOD... I literally sat back in my chair to close my eyes and had a Ratatouille moment ( yes, that happy place). Nestled near the southeast end of El Sereno and close to CalState LA, Gancia's is an approved kitchen in a residential area. Their entry welcomes you to sit and dine in their comfy backyard setting, or you can order online and pick up to go. But, If you stay, you'll be treated to complimentary beverages:) I didn't get food pictures because I was so in it! Trust the other reviews and listen to Food Fridays on LAist to hear their review and full interview. I'll just say -- I'm a fan and I'll be Back!

    Breakfast biscuit sando with avo
    Cynthia W.

    My partner has had her eye on this place for a few months, and we finally had a chance to go. California passed a law last year that allows home kitchens to be a public facing restaurant (with certain stipulations that I'm not familiar with). So, this is someone's home - Gina and Jason's home, to be specific. We weren't sure we were in the right place when we parked and walked up, and were reassured by the "Gancia" and "Open" sign on their gate. As we walk to the back alongside the house, we saw that they put out books for the taking (we took a couple of them), and they have tables and seating outside. Each table comes with its own QR code, and you just sit and order. It's super chill, and Gina and Jason make you feel right at home! This is literally going to someone's backyard to get fed. We got the breakfast biscuit sando and I got it with the pork sausage (they were out of turkey) and avocado, and I think this was the best biscuit sandwich I've had in at least the last decade. It is so flavorful and fresh, the biscuits are probably baked the day of (pretty sure, didn't confirm, but I can't see how it's any other way because...), and they are deliciously light and fluffy. They give you TWO eggs and TWO sausage patties kind of interspersed, and the avocado and the sauce just complimented all of it. My partner got a breakfast burrito, which she got with eggs, avocado, and beans, and it comes with salsa. We also got an assortment of pickled chilis (which have a good kick to them). We also got a salad (Gina told us we were the second people ever to order the salad), and it added the perfect cool, crisp acidity that we needed to balance all of this out. Drinks are complimentary (what?!), and they had an assortment of options - sodas and soda water, coffee and tea (with various milk and non-dairy, and sugar options), and OJ. I had some coffee with oatmilk and something called vanilla sugar (I guess it's sugar infused with vanilla?), and with the meal, just YUM. The prices are beyond reasonable (like, I had sticker shock, but in the pleasantly surprised way). They also have a single-stalled bathroom available. They do events and pop-ups as well. Can't wait for our next trip here!

    Breakfast Sandwich
    Raymond G.

    Found a true hidden gem today in El Sereno! Gancia's Craft Kitchen is serving full-on restaurant-quality food out of a house, and it absolutely delivers. I learned that on weekends they offer dine-in service, while weekdays are takeout only. I ordered online and was given an exact pickup time, which made curbside pickup quick and seamless. For food, I went with the breakfast sandwich--a flaky buttermilk biscuit stacked with two sausage patties, a fried egg, and cheese. It was massive and easily filling on its own. That said, I couldn't resist adding the French toast platter, and I'm glad I did. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. Gancia's has officially earned a spot in my local rotation of great restaurants. Highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area.

    Chicken Pot Pie
    Mark G.

    UPDATE APRIL 2026: I have been back a few times and have had everything from burgers, to breakfast burritos, to my new favorite, the Veggie Breakfast Bowl. (It turns out you can have any burrito turned into a bowl!) and the Avocado Toast. Also I've had a couple of their pastries and they have all been great. I'm still stunned and surprised every time when I get such incredible food for such a reasonable price. This is definitely a go-to place!

    Avocado toast

    What a wonderful place. Fabulous food and drink. But the best part was the people. It's like going to your friends house and hanging out while they make incredible elevated burritos, avocado toast, cinnamon rolls and biscuits. No rush, just relax! It gives that feeling you get when you're on vacation!! I'm sure I'll be back!

    The most comforting and delightful egg cheese, and sausage biscuit you're gonna ever experience.
    BenChelle L.

    We enjoyed three delicious meals together. The owners were incredibly welcoming. The prices are very reasonable for the high-quality food they provide. We started our meal with complimentary coffee and a delicious, fresh maple pecan sticky bun. Plus, all drinks--sodas, coffee, water, and orange juice--were on the house. The giant Andouille Sausage Breakfast Burrito was so delicious, their in house fries inside the burrito is amazing , and the tortilla was perfectly toasted. The Biscuit Breakfast Sandwich was one of the best breakfasts items I've ever had. They make their pork sausage patties in-house, and the buttery biscuit is on its own mouth watering. Finally, the Brioche French Toast platter was also fantastic. It comes with your choice of cooked eggs and protein. The scrambled eggs were fluffy and not over or undercooked. Perfection if you are an egg lover. We're excited to try their lunch soon!

    Lisa R.

    Amazing food! Friendly service! I had the chipotle bacon burrito. Definitely the best burrito I've ever had. Can't wait to try more.

    Triple-Fried Fries! Classic Crowd Pleaser Burger! Chocolate Chip AND Oatmeal Raisin Cookies! And the to-die-for Mini Mixed Berry Pie!

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    Their food is amazing and great quality! They are super friendly and simply the best! I love eating there the environment is nice.

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    Kicks ass all around, good people, good vibe, great food, 15/10 if I'm being honest. Almost wanted to gatekeep it lol.

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