my partner and i live in the area, and love taking the occasional walk down to Starling for sunday…read morebrunch. depending on the time of day, or if there are holidays / local events (like graduations), there may be a wait; the staff is quick to bus tables when diners depart so a 30 minute wait may only end up being about 20. the place is quaint so try to come early or after the main brunch-rush if you don't want to wait long. as far as food..i love their french toast; it really satisfies my sweet tooth. my partner had the pot roast which was also lovely & tender. the mimosa was generously made. our servers have always been a delight, today was no exception.

I passed by the diner hundreds of times as I live in the neighborhood. Today I decided to try it…read more It has that nice diner feel atmosphere. But that's pretty much all that impressed me. The service wasn't great because the servers or at least who looked to be the manager was very stressed out and projected that onto the customers. Which you never do. Service with a smile. Don't make the customer feel like they're an inconvenience to you. I ordered scrambled eggs it was about two eggs that were scrambled with some mushrooms and spinach. Came with a very small piece of French bread there was processed packaged butter on the side. we asked if they could just make a simple French toast and they said no, only the specialty types that they have on the menu. I didn't understand that? I mean if you are making a specialty type of French toast don't you have to begin with just regular French toast? I asked him if I could get a side of toast for my eggs and they said that they don't have toast only that French bread. What kind of diner doesn't have toast or the capabilities of making toast? It reminded me of a movie scene with Jack Nicholson. Honestly to spend $17 for two eggs a few potatoes a small piece of bread it's just not worth it.

Call me Mrs Potato Head, but before you do, let me tell you about the most delicious burger that…read morethis potato lover ever had other than home made. Sideburns is an excellent poutinerie, and they make a delicious poutine burger. I was accidentally given a take out Don Chendo burger, I'm not saying this wasn't good but I don't do jalapeño well and I was craving a potato and gravy filled poutine burger. Removing the jalapeño slices that were seared into the cheese drenched Don Chendo bun created beautiful little clerestory windows etched into the bud but didn't alevitate the heat, I'm sure jalapeño pepper appreciators would be delighted with this Don Chendo. The wonderful Pricilla is a champ at making a disappointEd customer happy and I had my replacement poutine burger. The Sideburns menu also has a bevy of vegan options.

The regular cheeseburger is basically a McDonald's cheeseburger if McDonald's actually had quality…read moreingredients. Hit the spot. I was really impressed with the meat quality as well as the bread. I usually don't get anything fancy on my burger so I tried the standard cheeseburger. Next time I might snazz it up and get one of the fancier ones.

Marco and Fernando Took care of us…read more Wonderful service Food was freshly prepared It is very nice seating and environment

Been awhile since I've been here (certainly since my original review, but it's still been a few)…read more Had the Tuna Melt and onion rings. The tuna melt was absolutely forgettable. (When I told our server I was on a quest for the best tuna melt, she had nothing to say. I understand why.) The onion rings, though, were excellent. Service was good, and the atmosphere was as I've always remembered it. My only real complaint was the same I'm witnessing at a lot of places - the dine-in guest has really become a low priority. We waited several minutes before staff mentioned someone would be right with us, and a few more before someone actually was. I'll be back, though; I know Hof's Hut can again deliver that four or five-star experience it once did.

It was early morning and I was in the area, and I was looking for affordable breakfast place with…read moregood food. Don't we all sometimes? Honestly, I chose because of the name. I was wondering if they will be able to deliver that more of a home field rather than corporate breakfast places but we all know so well. I was greeted by warm staff that look like my friends Moms got together to make sure that they feed their kids. Everybody smiled and everybody cared, and it was really good filling to be around them. The prices were seemingly reasonable, considering that omelette was almost $16 and it came with everything you would expect omelette to come with. Home potatoes were delicious as well! The atmosphere inside is humble and very clean, with rather regular booths, that are easy to get in and out, with some curtains on the windows that had that warm country feel. I really love this place, I will surely go back there, and I suggest you will give them a chance!

I heard all about the granola pancakes, so I had to try those. They have banana pancakes, blueberry…read morepancakes, and the granola pancakes taste like all the flavors of pancakes rolled into one and then they add granola. They lived up to all the hype. You should definitely take the first few bites without syrup. They are moist and delicious by themselves or with just a little smear of butter. The other surprise was the house made sausage patty. The waitress recommended it when I upgraded to the combo and I tend to listen to the people that work there. They know what's up. That patty was the best sausage I have ever tasted. Tasted like it came right from the butcher then onto the grill and onto my plate. Fresh, fatty, salty and some unique spices inside it. Eggs were fluffy and my coffee got filled 3 times. The seating is limited so come early or try your luck with the wait. They do turn their tables over pretty fast though. Staff is quick. Highly recommend this spot.

My wife and I had an excellent Sunday brunch experience here. We sat in their shaded patio and…read morelistened to the duet jazz band sipping cocktails and eating delicious food. I started with a cup of their beef and barley soup. My wife and I both make this at home from scratch and we're both impressed by theirs. My wife took a taste of mine and instantly ordered her own. Very rich and flavorful. I kept looking at photos of their take on chicken and waffles and knew I had to try it. Seriously epic and was good as it looked. They coated the chicken in a chili rub that gave it a sweet and spicy flavor when paired with their maple syrup. Served on top of a waffle and topped with an egg. I loved it and would probably order again on my next visit. My wife had the American plate which was your classic eggs, bacon, potatoes, and sourdough toast combo. High quality ingredients elevated it beyond your typical diner food. Drinks were great too. I had their house made bloody mary which had a nice kick to it. My wife had their brunch version of a Corpse Reviver cocktail. After our meals were done we finished with an Irish coffee since everyone was ordering them. Perfect service, relaxing atmosphere, and delicious food will definitely have me returning very soon! Parking is free for 2 hours at the nearby garage on 3rd and is a very short walk. The closer garage on Broadway is not free. You can make restaurant reservations on their website but it wasn't needed when we went.

I am here to review The Miracle pop-up at The Ordinarie, that's how late my Yelp reviews are coming…read morein. Sorry!! TLDR; It's expensive, and not worth the routine visit, but worth the one-time stop in to experience the festivities. The Miracle pop-up at The Ordinarie is somehow even more decorated and extravagant than you'd expect from a seasonal pop-up. The line looks long outside, as there are no reservations, but it moves quickly since they hold everybody to a pretty strict 2-hour time limit. The drinks are good, the cups are cute, and everyone is festive. It's an all-around fun experience.  I think because of this, you do pay a premium price tag for food and drinks that are just good or okay. I think it's something that is worth the visit if you've never been and you enjoy getting into the Christmas spirit. I think that outside of the pop-up, The Ordinarie is a fun spot to check out in Long Beach. It't not a pillar of the food scene if you're a tourist, but it is a good, late night spot if you work in the industry nearby. They have a great late-night menu with a killer smash burger.

Their parking? Bleh. Their price point? Meh…read more Their pie crust? Oh hell yeah. Came in with a small group early on a Wednesday afternoon maybe an hour before closing, and most of the tables were still filled with diners. We were seated right away in the way way back of the restaurant. The layout and decor of the place gives it a classic, borderline kitschy vibe. You can tell it's a place that's managed to hold its own for like 60 years (!!!). The server was friendly, overall service was prompt, and the portions were solid. I got the quiche of the day, which was ham and cheese, and it was amazing. It came with a side (salad was fresh and crisp) and a muffin -- their raspberry streusel muffin was so delicious and a perfect dessert to tie the meal together. I would definitely get this special again, and look forward to trying their other versions of both quiches and muffins. Others at my table got strawberry pancakes, a pastrami sandwich, and chicken fried steak. All food was devoured, so I take it that it was good. However, I really think that the baked goods make this place. So if you go, don't skip out on those.

The food was excellent. It came to us hot and came to us in a timely matter…read more The unhappy part about the whole thing was our dark haired server. She was extremely pushy and unforgiving. I understand that there was a wait but we weren't even done with our food and she was already taking away my plate so that she could to start cleaning up. I think the thing that I was so astounded by, was that after my husband signed the visa she took it away and then had the nerve to come back two minutes later with the crumpled receipt and ask us if we wanted the copy back. Under her breath but very clearly she said ... because I see there was no tip written on the visa!!! Little did she know that we were leaving a cash tip! So unprofessional! I felt so pushed! Breakfast is an expensive meal and the rush and unprofessionalism of the waitress was truly unbelievable. Sadly I don't think I will return.

Old school diner, attentive host station, easy to get seated on a busy Sunday mid morning. Sat at…read morethe counter, our server was miss popular, quick and friendly! I got the 2 egg over easy , sausage patties and the best hash browns. Side of raisin toast they they bake, big cut, very tasty. Wife got the eggs sunny, bacon and pancakes on the side. Pancakes fluffy and tasty. All that for $45 out the door, nice tip included for excellent service. Unassuming, this local family place is outstanding!

I came in around 8pm to get some chicken tortilla soup. I haven't had it in a long time. Remember…read moreit being very good. It wasn't how I remembered it. It was more like chicken soup, it had no real flavor at all. The chicken was also flavorless and dry. The broth was ok, but it needed more spice. I also got a corn muffin. It was not good. Very dry and the corn was hard and stale, unediable. I'll eat the muffin part because that's good. But I spit out the corn. The tortilla chips were also stale. Very underwhelming. But I know their breakfast is much better. I just don't recommend getting any muffins from the display case later in the day as these are old and not fresh anymore.

While visiting family in Long Beach, we were on the hunt for a steakhouse for a Sunday lunch and…read morecame across The Carvery. What we didn't expect, but absolutely loved, was their R&B brunch experience. From the moment we walked in, the vibe was lively, fun, and full of energy. The music completely elevated the atmosphere. The DJ not only had an incredible voice but truly knew how to engage and hype up the crowd, making the whole experience feel like more than just a meal. The location itself is beautiful with trendy and upscale decor. Very picturesque. As for the food, I ordered the Maui French toast, and it was phenomenal. It is not your typical French toast--it had a crispy churro crust and this unique whipped cream, the flavor and presentation really stood out. Sweet, rich, and perfectly prepared, it's something I've never had before and would absolutely order again. Overall, this was such a pleasant surprise. Great food, great music, great service, and a good vibey brunch experience. I have another trip to Long Beach in June and will be back to enjoy it again. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the area!

My first time here was for a meet and greet in September 2025. The food, service and ambiance were…read morevery nice. I went back in October for another event and the decor was so nice. I went again in December for a year end gathering. I guess you could say, it's becoming a pretty cool place for appetizers and gatherings.

Dearest CCC Diners: Ever ordered the PICO de GALLO for…read more$3.00? I did in last dinning experience - no salt, lemon, jalepeno; pretty to look at but TASTELESS! Not sure how the other salsa tastes ( ordered $3). $3 is GRINGO SALSA. Smile Good service, great food, nice, sturdy booth seats. Ample parking in lot in next block.

It's been a while since we last visited The Coffee Cup Cafe, and the flavor and service are still…read moreexcellent! They now accept credit card, so no need to run to the ATM to enjoy their delicious breakfast offerings. We had their Huevos Rancheros (again) and Sal's Enchilada Eggs, and they were both delicious. The Sal's Enchilada Eggs with chorizo was a great recommendation from staff. They definitely do not skimp out on putting more than enough sauce on their food, which I appreciate. you can never have too much! The staff is so friendly, checks up on water/coffee refills frequently, and keeps the restaurant clean and tidy.

I've been coming here for years but it's been so long since my last visit! Since the patio is dog…read morefriendly, my pup and I had to stop by for a late breakfast. Parking: Free in the small lot in the back. If the lot is full, you can usually find nearby street parking. Service: Excellent! Our server, Jairo, was prompt and very friendly. Dogs: Allowed on the patio. No restrictions on them having to be under the table or otherwise hidden. We had the corner table at the front which my girl loved because she solicited pets from people through the little fence and had plenty of room to stretch out. Food: I ordered the Grand Prix omelet with super spuds and biscuit and gravy. Everything was hot and most of it was delicious. My only complaint was that I felt like the gravy has changed since my last visit. I used to love it but this time it was thinner, not as flavorful, and had an almost see-through quality to it. Not sure how to describe it, but I wouldn't order it again. The biscuit was good, though. My girl got scrambled eggs and bacon and they cut up the bacon, much appreciated! Everything I've had here over the years is good, including their pancakes, fruity pebble french toast, and curly fries! We will be back for another patio visit soon. :)

The omelettes here are delicious and they have a huge variety of different breakfast foods. I will…read moresay some of their combos had an insane amount of food like you could seriously feed two people with just one meal. We came on a Sunday morning and it was definitely crowded. Service is a little slow, but it doesn't seem so bad if you're with a group of people. This place definitely has local vibes written all over it. You could tell many customers come here often. Definitely come hungry!