I came during lunch time and it was packed. The host was so sweet and handed us some menus to look…read moreover while we waited for our entire party to arrive. Once we were ready she had our table already prepared. We have to order inside first before you can be seated. Once seated our food came out not too long after. Everything looked and tasted delicious! We ordered the chilaquiles verde, short rib omelette, tropical pancakes (seasonal), and the mango curd french toast (seasonal). The chilaquiles verde was savory and tangy. It wasn't soggy at all and definitely one of my favorite dishes. The short rib omelette was savory but didn't give me any wow factor compared to the other dishes I ordered. The tropical pancakes were so pretty. I only tried a piece of it without the syrup which I think was a mistake because the kumquat syrup was my friend's favorite. I definitely need to try it again with the syrup. Best for last, mango curd French toast was my favorite! I fell in love with sweetness and tanginess of the mango curd. The French toast was soft and you can taste the butter. I wish it was a main menu item. I'll definitely be sad to see it go. They have lots of seating inside and outside.

This is now our 3rd attempt at Poached and we're officially done. We used to love this place when…read moreit first opened but it's gone completely downhill in quality. Paid almost $30 for soggy chilaquiles and chicken that tastes like they scooped it off of someone else's plate and put it on mine. Yes, it's a to-go order but we quite literally live down the street and the quality of food already tastes this bad.

Delicious food all around. I love the way all the flavors combine! A must in Downey for either…read morebrunch, lunch, or dinner!

Food & Service was extremely good. The follow ribeye with fries was a treat and would recommended…read moretrying it.

No issues parking in the adjacent lot. Indoor & outdoor seating available (low tops, high tops, bar…read moreand booths). Nice ambiance and perfect for a family or friend meal. Good spot for groups. Service was very friendly including our server and the hosts. I was impressed that when they brought all of our food out, there were multiple servers and they knew which dish belonged to whom in our party of 5. They have a wide variety of menu options. I ordered the lamb burger because it's not something you normally see on a restaurant menu. It was delicious! Everyone in our group really enjoyed their food. Looking forward to going back!

First things first- I am a steak guy and rarely go to a steak house since I feel like I can always…read moremake a better one at home and for less. But every now and then, I will get the urge to go to a steak house only to realize, yes, I still rather have steaks at home and will put off going again for awhile. Our experience: When we walked in with no reservations and they said they only had tables available outside. Fine. When I asked if there were any tables available inside, I was told no due to them having a lot of reservations. Please keep in mind, there were plenty of tables/booths open. It had rained today and our table was still a little wet on the outer portion. Not a huge deal as we assumed it was just drops from the patio cover. A little after being seated, our server told us she had asked the manager and we would be able to sit inside but at this point we declined. We ate our meal and by the time we left, I noticed the restaurant was still pretty empty (maybe 4-6 parties). So what happened to all the reservations preventing us from being seated inside at the start? The serving staff were friendly and checked on us plenty of times without being overbearing. On to the food. We ordered the poke wraps, kids pasta, ribeye house butchered, and prime rib. My daughter said that the pasta did not have enough flavor and barely touched it. My wife said the ribeye was ok and it seemed to be cooked to the correct temp/doneness (med rare). My prime rib was honestly, pretty bland and over cooked. I ordered med rare it was more on the med side. Au jus was very light and didn't add much to my plate. The asparagus was cooked well but lacked salt. We all agreed that the best part of the meal were the garlic fries that came with my wife's steak and the poke wraps in a close second.

My wife and I went to go have breakfast and we had an amazing experience! Our server Cesy was very…read moreattentive and friendly which made our visit even better. The restaurant was very elegant we will definitely be coming back soon! Thank you Cesy!

Toast has been on my list of places to check out for a couple of years, and a friend put it back on…read moremy radar back in April. Just a couple of weeks ago, my friends and I were considering our options for where to have brunch to celebrate one of our friend's retirement. Toast was one of the names I dropped in the metaphorical hat, and it won the vote of a few. My friends were surprised that I had named a spot I hadn't yet tried since I'm usually the "foodie" of the group. However, another girl in the group who had been here before vouched for it. I'm glad I finally got to try this place this past weekend, and I cannot wait to return! There were so many things on their menu that I wanted to try. A couple of the ladies ordered green chilaquiles, the friend we were celebrating ordered the Spanish Omelet, another woman I'd met that day had the bacon and eggs, another one ordered the Biscuits and grave with a side of bacon that looked perfectly crispy. I wish I had taken pictures of the plates as it all looked so lovely! I didn't even take a picture of my own food haha. I had my eyes on an omelet, one of the Benedicts or the Chicken n Waffle. In the end, the chicken and waffle won. It comes served with a little container of maple syrup with bacon pieces. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The waffle was delicious, though I did request for some extra syrup on the side. To drink, a few ladies ordered mimosas, one ordered an iced caramel coffee, and I ordered the Carajillo. I fell in love with this drink last summer in Mexico and do not often see it on the menu. I love the subtle citrus notes the Licor 43 adds to this espresso drink. It is very similar to an espresso martini, and theirs comes topped with a toasted marshmallow. I honestly wanted to try almost every item in their Tipsy Barista section of their drinks. I'll just have to come back that many more times :) Plenty of parking in the mall lot. It does get pretty packed during peak hours. Fortunately I had called ahead to put our group of 6 down. We went in on Saturday around 11:30. It slowed down a bit while we were eating, but started to get busy again after 1. Otherwise, we might have been forced to honor their 90-minute rule. All in all, a great experience from everyone in our group. No complaints on the wait, service or food. That certainly deserves a toast. Great job, Toast!

Stopped by The Pan in Gardena located on the corner of Western Ave and 166th St., after noticing…read morethe rare sight of a smaller weekday or weekend crowd, and I'm glad we did. I ordered the "Original" Fully Loaded Hash Browns and a variety of pancakes were the star, crispy edges on my hash browns, generous toppings, and a portion size that could easily feed two people seriously. It's one of those dishes that feels indulgent in the best way. The restaurant has a relaxed, casual feel, and the service was impressively fast without losing any attention to detail. Parking is definitely tight, so plan on grabbing a spot along 166th if you're trying to beat the rush. A satisfying brunch experience with comfort food done right. Miguel C.

Gardena staple The Pan never misses. If you know, you know…read more Stopped by for breakfast and ordered the steak & eggs with an OG pancake on the side. The steak was tender, juicy, and cooked just right. The breakfast potatoes were definitely a hit too. Even though they were packed, the service was still good. It's a small space. Just be prepared to wait a little if you're going on the weekend. Trust me, it's worth it. A solid breakfast spot that's been holding it down for years and one I'll definitely keep coming back to.

Good food, good service, comfy seating, spacious parking (although I hear this varies vastly…read moredepending on time of arrival - we were there close to opening on a Sunday morning) Server(s) were cool. Very friendly, offered good suggestions and had a general good vibe about them. I am so bad at getting their names. I only remember Joseph and he was cool but our table was handed over to another waitress shortly after arrival and I don't remember her name but she was great. I'm super indecisive, especially with massive menus - Cheesecake Factory is a nightmare - but The Pan had a great variety so it made the choice a bit difficult. I saw they had a cuban sandwich and I froth at the mouth for these but I was convinced to try the loaded hashbrowns. We actually got into a little conversation about the miscommunication between restaurants and customers sometimes because everyone's definition of hashbrown is different. Are they the McDonalds oval shaped golden discs or the shredded and pancake-style flat things? OR are they those weird onion and pepper potatoes that some people call hashbrowns even though they are home fries BUT they're not even fried, they're sauteed so clearly having an identity crisis but anyway... The Pan's loaded hashbrowns are.... the shredded kind! :D Wow, if someone actually broke through my review and read my potato rant... I'm buying you breakfast here... Limit $20 :) Anyway... couldn't help but order my plate with a guava pancake as I've never heard of that before and tried stepping a little out of my comfort zone and trying something a bit different. Was very yummy, although I have my eye on the banana pancakes for next time. Glaze was a little runnier than expected, although I did take a minute to dive into the pancake as I was preoccupied by the hashbrowns - delicious by the way. Hashbrowns came loaded with: cheese, green onion, chopped pieces of bacon (thick kind, not bacon bits!) and diced sausage (turkey sausage is an option, so I'll def opt for that next time). Dish was nicely seasoned, no overpowering spices or unnecessary aiolis - wait, actually it did come with a chili aioli but it was more like a spicy mayo and it was not spicy, so it's a good dish for anyone to enjoy. Only thing was it arrived a bit cold; cheese wasn't thoroughly melted but the flavors compensated for that easily so it wasn't really a bother at all. Dish also lacked grease and for it being absolutely covered in cheese, bacon, and sausage, I was happier than heck that there were no grease pools. Service was good, although they lagged a bit with refills - they get insanely busy though so I get it. Again, they compensated with good vibes, suggestions, overall interactions so I wouldn't worry about a lack of attention here. I would probably not advise against ordering the guava pancake; however, it wasn't anything incredibly special so I'd opt for a different flavor if going the pancake route. I'll be back soon - need to try out that Cuban sandwich and get the name of our waitress! Thanks for having us, was a lovely experience.

The Pan is truly a family favorite place to eat. The service, cleanliness and atmosphere is…read moreexcellent. The staff is super friendly and very welcoming. As busy as it may seem there's very little wait time. The portions are great. The food is flavorful .

The food was very good it wasn't greasy I did order the egg rolls I had it delivered so I wasn't…read moreable to see the ambiance but the service seemed to be very good.

Them pastrami eggrolls go HARD!!! Cool little spot for some good ass comfort food and good people…read more The owner, Big Man, is super hospitable and sweet. He was very inviting and doesn't have a problem approaching you with a big smile to ask how you are doing. Love that. I'll always go there when I want them pastrami eggrolls. I think he's the only one who has them. I still have a lot more food to try on the menu though - A LOT!

I always chuckle to myself when I read 1-star review amongst a series of 5-star ones. Everyone is…read moreentitled their opinion but the reasons/comments.... Anyhow, my family and I were driving back home after participating in a hiring event for my son (first paid job -- so proud of him!) We were all hungry and since we were in a part of town we had not been to before did a quick search. Decided on "The Neighborhood Cafe" and headed over! We were greeted by " The Los Angeles Gentlmen" motorcycle club -- couldn't have been nicer! Then we walked in and were greeted warmly by the owner and his daughter, Cheryl. We were immediately seated and made comfortable. Cheryl took our orders and could not have been nicer/friendlier. Very spacious and cute atmosphere. Ordered and after a little bit of a wait (Due to food made to order BTW!) I had the absolute best chicken and waffles ever. IT WAS A 1/2 CHICKEN seasoned to perfection -- flavorful and juicy! The waffle was clearly homemade and also flavorful. The hot honey was a sweet/spicy welcome addition. My family also REALLY enjoyed their dishes!! We live on the westside so we will not be able to get over as often as we would like :( BUT I work near downtown so I can see me grabbing take home every once and awhile! I was just telling my wife I want to go back and get that again!! :) :) :) For those of you visiting the area looking for delicious food and a wonderful atmosphere, I highly recommend "The Neighborhood Cafe". For those of you who live in the area either go or go BACK and support this gem!

Felt like breakfast this morning and saw this on Yelp and it had good reviews, I had to check it…read moreout. I order the Chilaquiles. The beans were cold and lack a bit of flavor the Chilaquiles were ok the texture and presentation was spot on, but lacked a bit a flavor as well. My co-worker has the breakfast burrito and he said it was Horrible. He also had coffee and said it was cold, all I had was water. The customer service was decent and the place was nice and clean. Not sure that I would come back again. The prices were not too bad.

Grown ups and kids were pleased with everything ordered here!…read moreAnd for the person who said that they can't differentiate the food here with a chain: I strongly disagree and even if that was the case, I would 100 times support a small business than a chain restaurant. -Chorizo scramble with an extra egg: perfect for my husband and I to share, along with a side of hash browns. The chorizo was tasty and not greasy. I love that they add cilantro because it adds extra flavor. The tortillas are probably the Guerrero brand which I don't care for. Some yellow corn tortillas would be yummy with this dish. -Hash browns: very tasty and well-seasoned. -Kid's breakfast: good portion and kids were satisfied with the French toast that came in "stick" shapes. -Matcha pancakes: sooo delicious and huge! Definitely a shareable treat. We will coming back for these! -Cafe de olla: hits the spot. -Orange juice and lemonade: not freshly made but good portions. Excellent service provided by Marisol who was attentive and friendly. The place is very clean. The only downside is the limited a/c. They do have a portable one and a ceiling fan but it can get a little toasty inside. Can't wait to return!

Update: When I say " vines" I ment the decoration on the…read morewall. Service is still fast, friendly, and helpful. Food is at the top of ALL fast food breakfast chains. Wait time is pretty gud for the popularity. So overall, still a gud home made breakfast place.

Egg-cellent! Really enjoyed coming here. The food was delicious and fresh and came out very fast…read more They were very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back!

For years I've driven by this place on Firestone, which merges into Manchester Boulevard, and I…read morealways loved the logo. I'd think, "There's a spot in my own neighborhood I can eat at without driving to Downey or Downtown LA." But for some reason it was never my first thought. I think it's because when I'm going out to eat, I usually want to escape my own area. Today I finally gave it a try, and I was sincerely impressed. I walked in and was greeted right away. I asked a few questions about the menu and requested a substitute, and I didn't get any weird looks or pushback, which honestly happens more often than you'd think in 2026. The walls had beautiful artwork, and my server, Kevin, was fantastic. He checked in every few minutes to make sure I had everything I needed, and it felt genuine, not like he was just going through the motions for a tip or a paycheck. You can tell the difference. I ordered the horchata French toast with fresh fruit and a lavender latte, and the presentation was next level, the kind of plating you'd expect in Beverly Hills, Century City, or parts of Polanco, Mexico. It was beautiful, the food was excellent, and I was taken care of every step of the way. I'm writing this review because this place deserves to be seen and deserves to keep growing. I'm not compensated in any way, shape, or form, this comes straight from the heart. If you've been sleeping on this place, give it a try. It's not in the flashiest part of LA, and I'm okay with that since I live in the area, but once you step inside, you're transported somewhere else entirely. Don't sleep on this place. Give them a shot and you'll find yourself coming back sooner than you expected.