If you loved Chili My Soul as much as I did, then you are aware that Jinky's carried on Randy Hoffman's recipes in its restaurants (some of them at least). God, I miss Chili My Soul! Many years later and I finally gave Jinky's a try to relive those damn great chili memories. I ordered a quart of chili because I may as well get as much of a dose as possible and had it delivered through DoorDash. Everything arrived intact, no spills. I'll sum it up...was it as great as CMS? I'd have to say no, but it did the job of a comforting bowl of chili. Half the fun of CMS was getting split bowls and Jinky's doesn't offer a great variety of chili options. Also, I don't recall Randy's chili being very oily and as you can see, this chili was very oily. I solved the oil problem once the chili cooled and oil congealed - it was very easy to spoon out. Another disappointment was that CMS used to come with a side of veggies and this secret pink sauce (I believe I was told it was Thousand Island sauce with Tabasco). That shiet was delish af! Jinky's provides you with garlic bread as a side. Eh, I don't know how I feel about garlic bread being paired with chili - cornbread may have been a better option. . The veggies and sauce would have been ideal. All in all, while the chili was decent, it did not serve as a substitute for CMS and the lack of choice in flavors was disappointing. The whole experience just wasn't there for me. I have to accept CMS is history and savor the memories of some of then best chili I have ever had. If you are a CMS fan though, I invite you to experience this for yourself and chime in as to how you feel Jinky's compares to the OG version. read more

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Had the chicken and waffles and it was delicious! Comes with one waffle and a good amount of chicken. Both the waffle and chicken were great! The service is also great, the waiter also came to check on us and made sure we had what we needed. The restaurant itself is pretty small but clean and inside a small shopping center. Parking situation isn't the best, but there's plenty of street parking. If you're in the area, I def recommend checking Jinkys cafe. read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Chicken and Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Smallish breakfast place with most of the typical breakfast options. Food was just ok. The huevos rancheros sauce was particularly disappointing as it just tasted like tomato sauce. Pro: reasonable prices, good service, not hard to get a seat at noon on a Saturday, not hard to park. read more

Great little place to eat. They have a small patio in the front, dog friendly. Our waitress was great and attentive. I did only see 2 waitresses and another young lady helping out with refills. Front parking was meter only, but luckily, I found street self parking around the corner. The business is the second location from the corner, on the main street. It was a pleasant visit. Loved the quick service and no need to ask for refills since they brought them before asking (A+). My food was warm, but tasty. read more

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Jinky's Cafe is a solid spot for fresh, quality comfort food with quick service. I ordered the Berry Happy Buttermilk Pancakes, fluffy, flaky, and topped with sweet, fresh fruit. A simple, satisfying breakfast done right. Ambiance is calm and peaceful. Ideal to disconnect to enjoy your meal. read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Buttermilk Pancakes - Berry Happy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

professional service and great breakfast this is my first time ordering food, but it will not be the last time. Price is reasonable and food is great. read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My toddler and I tried this spot for the very first time today and we loved it so much! My daughter was so happy to see her Mickey Mouse pancake. & my food was delicious as well. We will definitely be eating here again! read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Classic Benedict + Tater Tots - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came across this little gem on our way to the grove and it did not disappoint. The food is amazing, servers are friendly and there's always parking meters available in the front. Very clean place with TVs and no wait time. We came back to back two Sundays in a row for their amazing berry pancakes. Will definitely be coming back soon! read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Came back for these pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Great relaxing spit for breakfast and brunch. I appreciated the coffee in the thermos and you pour it yourself as you go so it doesn't get cold. Delicious chilaquiles! We also got the Jinky's Nitro omelette but wasn't crazy about it. The eggs had too many bubbles and it was overcooked. Coffee, orange juice, and everything else was good. So we'll come back. They have front patio outdoor seating and indoors. Clean, friendly. read more

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The service was wonderful ! The chicken wrap and the pancakes were delicious. Definitely recommend :) read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I came here on a Saturday morning for breakfast and to get some work done. It was not crowded at all. The service was 10/10, and food came out just in time. I loved the vegetarian chili. I never would have thought of combining chili and eggs but it was good! The chili came out sooo warm. The garlic toast was great too! I also loved the pancakes. I would come here again for more! read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Buttermilk Pancakes (2), side of scrambled eggs, and vegetarian chili with the fixings + garlic toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

3.5/5 stars! 1. Service was good they were fast and very polite and nice. 2. Ambiance it is very pleasing , greenery everywhere and nice little lights it looks pretty. 3. Food so the chilaquiles are "spicy" but it was not spicy at all... omelette was okay.. wasn't a lot of beef and didn't have much seasonings. The pancake was okay just like any other fast food place it's good enough to eat. Waffles were okay same thing good enough for you to eat if it was drowned in syrup. The food took off the 1.5 stars for me. Everything else was good! read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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So I'm back at Jinky's Cafe in LA, and I absolutely loved the pistachio protein smoothie and the custom turkey avocado double meat sandwhich that I usually order! The ingredients in their food is super fresh and it shows. This is now my go to lunch spot in the Hancock Park area. read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Alibaba Power Smoothie - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Ordered the pancake platter, did not receive bacon or sausage. Food was not esthetically pleasing and very bland. Unfortunately, even the drinks were below par. How this establishment received 4.8 stars is beyond me. Save yourself some turmoil and find a better breakfast place. read more

Was definitely expecting more. It is a very nice and clean place. There were only about 2-3 people working there which might be the reason why the environment was not very welcoming and or attentive. Food was just like any other breakfast place, nothing out of the ordinary. I was so excited to try it as it had many great reviews however, it was not as great as it appears to be. read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Pros: Very tasty food that's reasonably priced (what a concept nowadays!). It's not cheap, but it won't break your bank. Unpretentious and very clean. Very nice staff and super accommodating. Big menu, lots to choose from. Lot's of healthy options, but really good stick-to-your ribs standards too. They're a cafe/diner that serves drinks! All-day breakfast. Cool chili selection. Exactly what this neighborhood needed. Cons: No desserts (what?????) They consider plussed-up pancakes and waffles dessert. Weird. Six words of advice: cakes, pies, cookies, brownies, ice cream read more

the service was really attentive but not overbearing! I got an omelette and mimosas, and it came out quickly. delicious food for the price, and also not busy at all for a saturday around 1pm read more

Needed a last minute reservation for 30 guests and Jinky's Cafe came through! The manager, Jasmine, was so helpful in making this a success, from customizing a menu to the service. Food was delicious. We started with chili nachos and chili fries, tasty and shareable. I had the chilaquiles, great spice and flavor. Everyone enjoyed their meals and cocktails. Service was fast, the staff overall was on it! The cafe itself was clean, trendy and had an inviting ambiance. Thank you to the Jinky staff! You exceeded our expectations! read more

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Clean, cute, quiet cafe. Service was great and food delicious! Definitely will come back :) read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Banana Nutella French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Excellent service, quiet, great hideout for Sunday brunch mimosas. Food was on point. read more

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I was really excited to see this new opening. I randomly drove by and saw the Open sign. They have tasty options for breakfast/lunch. I was told they will be adding alcohol options soon and I look forward to returning and checking that out. The pancakes I ordered were delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful as well. read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Delicious breakfast. Tasty sandwiches. Nice atmosphere. Polite servers. Soothing hot coffee. read more

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I've now been back about eight times and not once been disappointed. Each time I bring a different friend and they've all loved it. I love French toast and they have a list of ways to get it. The Vegan veggie omelette is yummy. I had dinner and the salmon, mashed potatoes and broccoli were great. You don't need reservations and there's never a wait. I'm sure only because they're new. There's an extensive menu and something for everyone. Try it! You'll be happy. read more

not sure what happened to Jinky's but my last experience there was like I was eating at Denny's horrible service and the food was not up to par. read more

Wonderful service and absolutely delicious food! We really enjoyed our lunch and tried the Grand Marnier French Toast, Bombay Bowl, and the Healthy Vegan Omelette. Everything was fresh and flavorful. I especially loved the omelette--it was perfectly made and bursting with freshness. Highly recommend. read more

My parents have come a couple of times, and this was my first time coming and I loved it! The food was delicious; they have so many options but today I had the nutella stuffed french toast. Everyone there was so friendly as well and they had some great music playing too. Definitely coming back! read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Jinky's is by far THE best breakfast/lunch place for us locally. The service is exceptional and I'm very impressed with the care taken in both the food quality and presentation. My wife and I go every weekend. The waffles, pancakes and crepes are amazing!!! It's adequately different from other eateries in the area and perfect for anyone not accustomed to it. We love this place! Highly recommend Jinky's!!!!!!! Jeremy H read more

Jinky’s Cafe - The best waffle/bacon/gourmet sausage!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing experience! Food was delicious (Pesto Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Arrabbitata Pasta, and Oaty Oaty Pancakes with Butterscotch Almond) 10/10. It's a very clean establishment with a very nice host. I can't recommend this enough. read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Oaty Oaty Pancakes with Butterscotch Almonds topping - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food is excellent. Service. I love when you go to a restaurant and they have fresh orange juice and green juice!! Amazing. read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Avocado Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The chili omelette was delicious! The amount of chili was perfect and super flavorful. It came with a side of fruit. Really great if you love omelettes. The lox Benedict was really good too! The potatoes were crispy and nicely seasons. They're generous with their portions which is a plus. read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Lox Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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SO, so happy that a GOOD diner has come back to our hood - welcome!! I post this after about 4 visits so far and am extremely happy with the food choices and the friendly service. Talking of which, Jasmine, the manager is a gem! I was totally surprised to see an Indian dish on the menu and when inquiring HOW/WHY, I learnt that the owner was Indian... Being an Ex-Pat Brit I know a thing or three about said food, so I vowed to try on one occasion. That occasion came last week with friends. WOW!! I know the previous restaurant at this address was Indian and I had eaten there, my verdict, the Jinky's curry dish might have kept the old restaurant in business!!! EXCELLENT and well done. Every dish I have had was very good, I am slowly going through the menu. Couple of things - I would like the Huevos Rancheros better as an open dish rather than covered and coffee could be better - great suggestions are Peets Major Dickason's Dark Roast and believe it or not, Starbucks Caffe Verona - both available as pods. GREAT JOB - well done folks. Happy Ex-Pat customer Jeff read more

Jinkys Cafe is very close to my house so I can walk over for breakfast or lunch. I have eaten there several times and have recommended it to my neighbors on Next Door. The service is great, the choice of entrees is good and all the different things I have ordered have been well prepared and very tasty. I love having them here in the neighborhood were good inexpensive restaurants are few and far between. The staff is always friendly. I will continue to go once or twice a week. read more

Such a great place to have breakfast! with a very great staff and off course excellent food! Highly recommend this place great environment with family. read more

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The good- customer service and speed of food. The bad- $20 for GF Berry Pancakes, the maple syrup is maple flavored sugar syrup, the coulis is a few dots around the plate, the berries are just a small amount. The pancakes are three medium size. I had to ask about the granola being GF - it is not- that should be noted on the menu, and called out by the server when ordering gf pancakes. Overall not a pancake I would comeback for, and no option of even adding real maple syrup. Ambiance is a no stars. It is clean, and there is attempt at some decor but 2 TVs dominate the space. The floor is the same you would find in a Holiday Inn self serve kitchen area. For a cafe that has a long history in Los Angeles there is not a single piece of decor that even lets you know you are in LA let alone a long time established business, even if this location is new. This area needs a good breakfast spot, but without some improvements to the menu and ambiance I fear this location will be short lived. Just to note on the price- Urth Cafe GF pancakes with real maple syrup is $16.50 add berries and it's $20 . read more

We used to go to the Santa Monica location. So glad they opened one in our neighborhood! Love the food. Always something new to try. Everything I've tried on the menu so far has been top bar - from the chilaquiles, breakfast burritos to their pancakes! And they offer bottomless mimosas. Always satisfied after our meal! Definitely our new go to breakfast spot! read more

Food and service was amazing! Presentation of the dishes as well, wish I had gotten photos of the other plates. Will definitely be coming back and recommending to family & friends! read more

Jinky’s Cafe - Waffle-Berry - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food was amazing. The service was also amazing I'm definitely coming back and it's a very really nice place.

Such a great new spot on Beverly food is fantastic fresh great options even for vegans ! The service and hospitality was so nice great new neighborhood spot new favorite place loved it read more

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Loving having a Jinky's on this side of the hill. The food is tasty and the service is great. Very attentive servers.

Reliably great breakfast spot with great food and excellent service. Highly recommend.