Food: Went with the special of the day that is a 3 egg scramble with mushrooms, spinach, cheese, chicken apple sausage, and country style potatoes. I went with corn tortillas, and avocado slices on top. It was filling and was the perfect start to the day in Monterey. Ambiance: Diner vibes in full effect. Hole in the wall type of spot with friendly and lovely staff. About a 30min wait so you can walk around and explore, while you wait. Parking: You can park on the pier or park down the street for an easy walk to the diner. read more

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If I could give this more than 5 stars I would! The views, service, and vibes of this place are unmatched. Their food is to die for! It's a quaint and charming diner with ocean views and cooking right in front of you. The omelette and French toast we LOVED! But this has got to be up there with the best clam chowder I've had. We will be back! read more

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Made it over to Loulou's for breakfast and was not disappointed. It's a small spot, and first come first serve, and some times may be a bit of a wait but it's absolutely worth it. You can tell that workers are upbeat and attentive, having a great time while providing service so the atmosphere was wonderful! The food was also excellent, my wife and I opted to get the wharf wrap and the hubcap cake and split them between us. The wharf wrap was excellent, pico tasted great and the eggs and potatoes were cooked to perfection. But the hubcap cake was absolutely bomb. It's like having a short stack of pancakes, but everything gets the right amount of syrup. Absolutely loved it and would recommend to all read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Hubcap cake and wharf wrap in the background - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

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Excellent and kind service, views right by the water, and delicious food! We would definitely come back next time we are in Monterey. We added bacon to the wrap and it was a delicious addition! Yummy pancakes; everything was great. read more

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I did a really basic breakfast but really enjoyed the potatoes. Waited for a little over 30 min but the service was extremely friendly and I had someone always checking on my table along with making sure I was satisfied with my meal. I would try them once because there are a lot of breakfast/brunch options to choose from in the area. There wasn't a huge wow factor for me. read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

Wooow this place serves great breakfast. And such a cute and well placed spot! I had a craving for a chocolate chip pancake so I ordered the chocolate chip hub cap cake, with half chocolate so my husband could share the plain side. My husband ordered the Monterey Jack omelette and we shared a cup of clam chowder. Highly recommend their clam chowder! It's award winning and in our opinion one of the best we've had. It's very creamy, flavorful, and has lots of clams. As for my pancake, it was GIGANTIC. And I mean gigantic, like the size of a large pizza. I don't know how anyone finishes that thing unless they're sharing with a group of 4. It came out fresh and hot with a hefty chunk of butter on top. So thick, fluffy, and addicting. My husband's omelette was solid, and the potatoes and pico it came with were delicious and flavorful. Highly recommend this place if you catch yourself stopping in Monterey to lookout on the pier, and want to go to a small local shop that serves great food. And a big plus! Guy fieri has been here, so it's gotta be good read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Chocolate chip Hub cap cake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

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This is one of my top breakfast spots when traveling. I discovered this spot years ago via Food channel when visiting Monterey. First time visiting, we waited little over an hour, but with the location on the water and plenty of spots to walk around, the wait was well worth it with amazing service and food for this little spot on the Monterey pier. With limited seating, you know you're getting full attention from the staff. I come back to Monterey a few times a year for work, and make sure at least once I walk to Loulous for breakfast. I love sitting at the counter and chatting with the cooks. Always friendly and asking how the trip is going. All their food options are delicious. You can't go wrong whether it's their omelets or their pancakes. Once you get your meal, can't help but enjoy the beautiful Pacific Ocean, sealife, and boats in the marina. Beautiful views & food all at once. All homemade, fresh and leaves your belly full and happy! No matter the wait time, put your name down and be patient. You won't be disappointed and will be coming back each time you visit! read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

There's usually a wait on the weekends, but there's stuff to walk around that's close by to bide your time. Outside seating worked as it wasn't too cold. Service was quick, and the food was good. I have my favorite breakfast place in Monterey, but this was a good place to try. I do like how they have the fruit cooked into the pancakes rather than just on top. read more

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LouLou is a small diner at Pier 2. Famous for huge pancakes that is almost the size of a hubcap. We had the chocolate chips pancake, chunky monkey French toast, and their famous clam chowder. Everything was delicious. The coffee was strong and staff was warm and welcoming. This spot fills up fast. read more

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I loved this place and my family nature restaurant experience. When they say don't come in a hurry, they mean it. But honestly, if you can take your time for breakfast, do it! This place is a little spot on the wharf. We arrived at 10:15 and had a 45 min wait (for a party of 2). We were seated inside and so glad we were. The energy inside is so nice, relaxed and just a vibe. One of cooks was playing their playlist and they had all of the hits. And it really made our experience great. We ordered guava mimosas (so yummy). I ordered strawberry hubcap pancake with bananas on top and a side of potatoes. The pancake was of course, the size of a hubcap. It was delicious and cooked all the way through. The potatoes came with pico on top and was seasoned to perfection. It was worth the wait! And honestly, with the kitchen being open, it was a well-oiled process because there wasn't a lot of noise from the kitchen either. HIGHLY Recommend!! read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Pancake with potatoes and an "almost finished" guava mimosa. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

The wait time wasn't too bad. The staff was super friendly and very kid-accommodating. Service was super fast even when they were super busy. I didn't expect this little gem to be on the pier. It's super small on the inside and they have a little outside area. We were seated in the inside area. I didn't take a lot of pictures just because they had a sign about chatting on the phone and didn't want to make anyone mad lol. I had just an egg and toast, my husband had a breakfast burrito with egg and potatoes, and my kids shared a pancake. Mine was super simple and good. My husband liked his but thought that the potatoes were cut too big and my kids liked the pancakes. read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Cranberry Mimosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

Always a great place for breakfast!! Enough to feed an army!!! The pancakes feed 5 hungry appetites and can be plain or half chocolate chip/half berry (or several other options. The omelettes are also huge like the Popeye- filled with cheese and spinach and paired with THE BEST breakfast potatoes! We order an extra side because they are so good! Biggest hot chocolates and nicest wait staff!! Oh and do t skip@out on the clam chowder for breakfast- yum!! read more

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If you want an experience... come HERE! Had a blast! Everyone sang HBD to my husband... it was fun and hilarious at the same time, but memorable. The food is / was AMAZING. All types of music from bad bunny to Brittany Bit$h. So much fun!! Definitely come back! read more

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Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day so when I find a good breakfast spot I'm happy. First of all, this place is small and we passed it up while looking for it. It's right in the water but I have to be honest, it looks a little sketch at first glance. When we walked up the woman at the front was friendly and let us know we can sit anywhere because it wasn't busy yet. Once we sat down people started coming so we came just in time. After looking over the menu I ordered a veggie omelet with chicken Apple sausage and my husband ordered sausage , eggs and waffles Everything was very good! I loved the omelette, the sausage was so good! And I husband really enjoyed his meal. I loved the service , they played music and was very friendly, it was mostly woman staff and when I asked what to do today for my husband and I, I swear they planned my whole day and we had a great time! I really like this place. I will be back! read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

After walking around the wharf area and working up an appetite, my husband and I needed to find a place that would allow us to dine with our two dogs. We were traveling down the coast for the holidays and had them with us. Luckily, the servers at Lou Lou's Griddle in the Middle were more than willing to accommodate us and our two pups. We sat out on the pier and took in the beautiful morning. The service was fast and very friendly. We decided to split the squid and eggs, as well as a bowl of their infamous clam chowder. Just as an FYI, they no longer serve lunch and are solely a breakfast place but this did not disappoint. The Squid and eggs was absolutely delicious as the calamari was some of the most flavorful and tender I have ever had. Talk about a unique breakfast! read more

This place is small but mighty! I definitely recommend a visit to Loulou's if you can! We came for breakfast on a Saturday morning 12/23/23 and were able to get front tire pier parking for about $1 and we were about to be sat right out front. The staff was super friendly and laid back - it was a great vibe all around. The menu is full of stuff and it all comes out in a reasonable time, we didn't wait long at all. They had festive holiday mugs for our coffee which made it even more fun. read more

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A nice walk from Portola Hotel & Spa. Came first thing in the morning and seated right away. This place feels like going to your friend's house with ocean view, that throws down a delicious breakfast, plays a fun playlist you sing with and is nice to anyone that comes, even with their dogs. We witnessed them greet an employee with a birthday song, two "pay it forward" coffees, employees greeting guests with their first names and even their dogs! The vibe is special and truly the star of the experience. I left with wonderful, positive vibe to carry through my day. We ordered crowd favorite hubcap pancakes (half banana and half chocolate). TIPSpread out your napkin over your table so it doesn't touch the table, it's that huge and freaking delicious. I didn't know what to expect with this but the squiddle breakfast plate was a tasty surprise! Calamari was cooked just long enough for the right texture and easy to eat. Neither disappointed , we'll be back in future visits. read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Hubcap pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

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Get a seat at the counter for the show! Happy busy people serving up breakfast at its best. We mentioned to our friendly attentive server that we were sharing our omelet and then watched the chef split it on our plates. How sweet! The show is fast and furious. I learned a new way to make French toast, and saw the biggest pancake in my 63 years. Our spinach omelet with cheddar, bacon, avocado was superb! Loved the pico de gallo topping or omelet omelet and potatoes. Enjoyed the view of the kitchen and the harbor. You'll have to wait a bit for a table, so enjoy walking along the wharf. Its worth it! Enjoy! read more

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My now husband and I hosted our 18 family members here the day before our wedding. From the beginning, Loulou and the rest of the staff were extremely accommodating, professional, and attentive. The food came out promptly and it was delicious! I appreciate the team so much for accommodating our large party and for all the little details that made this experience an unforgettable one. We will definitely be back anytime we visit Monterey. Thank you! read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

First off, do not come if you are in a hurry! You will wait for a seat, and then you will wait for your food, more than normal wait times. Boyfriend brought me since I had never been, looked like a cute little place and it totally is! Staff was nice, busy. Got the hubcap pancake, it was HUGE. Also ordered clam chowder, could've been too early in the day, waited longer for it to be brought to us. When it finally arrived was just off. Runny. Much better clam chowder out there on the wharf in my opinion. Overall happy I went and experienced it. read more

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Simple menu with great quality items. We ordered the breakfast wrap and sourdough French toast that we had them monkey style it. Very much enjoyed both. Staff is fantastic and the atmosphere is great with fun music. You're right on the water and if you have to wait for a table it's no big deal, go look at the Seals playing. read more

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The food was excellent and the waitresses were sweet and energetic. Food came out quickly. The table next to me ordered the pancakes and they are a SPECTACLE. Random note: the ketchup is clearly not Heinz; it has a unique flavor, so I recommend trying it. (They told me they don't make it themselves, though, so it's not a house special thing.) There are a few outdoor tables and the inside looked pretty small as well, so be ready to wait depending on when you arrive. It's on a pier with a giant paid parking lot, so prepare to pay. read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Seafood reef rider - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

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Food: 7/10 - Mid Customer Service: 3/10 - The crackhead serves were damn near disrespectful. Ambiance: Cramped like a can of sardines. DO NOT GO, AND SAVE YOURSELF THE TIME AND MONEY!! read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Monterey Jack Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

The food was amazing and the employees were even better. If you get a chance go to this little gem in Monterey I highly recommend it. read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - It's a small building with a lot of flavor. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

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It was nice to have breakfast on the wharf but I don't think this place has amazing food - it's a decently sized menu with decent/basic food. It's a 3.5 for me! There's usually a wait since it's a small place so once you get there out your name on the list (well, make sure your name will be on the list before paying for parking because if their list is already long, you won't get a spot since they do want to close on time too). To kill time, you can walk around and they'll call you when your table is ready. We sat outside since that's where a table opened up. I didn't get to go look inside but it looked really dinery and fun. Service was fine but more like "here's your plate, we'll come back later to collect payment" since that's how it was for us haha. Now, the food. I ordered the crab cakes breakfast plate with sunnyside eggs but got scrambled eggs (too hungry to wait for new eggs). The plate itself was small and didn't even come out hot. The crab cakes were the really bready and flavorless. The "famous" potatoes were barely warm but have potential if they were actually hot and crispy. Overall, a fun spot because it's on the wharf buuuuuut it's definitely not worth the wait unless basic food is your thing. read more

Me and my fiancé decided to visit Monterey for the Fourth of July for an overnight trip and it was one of the best holiday decisions we made! We wanted to try this place because of the reviews but to put the cherry on top, it was also featured on diner drive in and dives! And man of man was Guy right about this place! We loved everything about it! The food was delicious. Especially the house made sausage. I even tried to buy some not cooked from them lol. We didn't have to wait too long cause we got there early but this place is worth the wait! The service was awesome and made us feel at home. We also loved how nothing matched and we could sit at the counter and watch the magic be made by the cooks! We would come all the way back to Monterey just to come here again! read more

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Food was amazing. Their chocolate chip pancake was humungous, bigger than my daughter's face. It took 45 minutes before we got seated because of so many customer line, however the service was great & the staff were attentive once we were seated! The place was tiny and located in a tiny wharf but the food was excellent! read more

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Great little find! Indoor & outdoor seating. It's small on the inside, so you might have a wait. Neat location! We had the BEST waitress and you can tell the employees all help each other and have great camaraderie. We had the B&G which were on special. As a southerner, it's not quite like Grandmas. It's more of a sweet gravy- delicious! The enchiladas were so tasty! The crab cakes were excellent and the sourdough bread was great. We all loved the potatoes. Bonus: their playlist was SLAPPIN'!!! read more

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Wife and I came here for a quick breakfast, not knowing how amazing this place really was. We were surprised on how small the location was, but it also made you feel more connected to the cooks and servers. Both cooks and servers were amazing and the whole vibe and experience was amazing and made us feel welcomed. The flavor of everything was above expectations and we would recommend this place to anyone who comes to Monterey. It's right on the pier so the walk up to the restaurant is also very nice. Overall, A++++++++++!!! This will be our go to spot anytime we come back to Monterey!! read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Monkey Berry French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

I am a Monterey native but it was my fist time here. You can either walk from a nearby hotel which is what we did or park and pay the meter. They do not have bathrooms for guests. They do not accept reservations. The restuarant is TINY. There is typically a long wait. We waited 45 min. Pass your wait time by walking the wharf, walking the beach or staring out into the endless ocean. Staff is friendly. The music is hip. Pancakes are GINORMOUS. My kid loved her giant pancake and hot chocolate. We enjoyed sitting outside looking at all the pigeons walking around. I really enjoyed this perfect spot but won't do the wait again. read more

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A cute little stop in the middle of the pier. Great for breakfast. I recommend the crab cakes as they go well with the pico de gallo. They were welcoming and attentive to refill our coffees. My only complaint was the knife in my place setting wasn't clean. They replaced it immediately. read more

Absolutely LOVE this place. I had the crab and shrimp omelette with a Lou Mosa. I would recommend you come early so you can enjoy your breakfast with a beautiful view. Best Breakfast in Monterey!!!! The atmosphere is fun and warm and exciting every time I come. read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Lou Mosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

OUTSTANDING little shack full of the best and largest pancakes I've ever seen. If you're looking for a "cool factor" for breakfast, and if you're starving - you'll love it. I had the banana pancake, and ate about half, taking the rest back to the hotel for the next morning on the way out of town. read more

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Tasty food in an unusual location. Menu is somewhat limited, and price is a bit higher because of the view and limited seating. Potatoes and pico de gallo are delish. read more

Loulou's provides a delightful breakfast experience with its charming ambiance and delectable morning menu. From the attentive service to the mouthwatering dishes, every visit is a culinary delight. A hidden gem that deserves every bit of praise. read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Front pf the place - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

We were there early on a Sunday morning before 9:00 and there was no wait. The service was excellent and very attentive. They had squid and eggs on their menu and I asked our waitress if many people ordered it. She said her it was her best friend's favorite. So I got it. It was very tender. My husband got their daily special which was a Mediterranean scramble with spinach, feta, sun-dried tomatoes. He loved it! We had to go with the huge pancake just because this place is famous for it and it was bigger than the plate and delicious! It's so funny that they serve their syrup from coffee cups. But a great idea to keep it warm! read more

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Absolutely loved it! We went at 8:30 on a Friday morning and it was hopping, but we sat outside and got great service. My husband created his own omelette, with bacon, spinach, grilled onions, and more, which meant that I got to taste that, plus the sourdough toast and the breakfast potatoes. Everything was hot and tasty--and the potatoes were honestly some of the best I've ever eaten. My breakfast was steel-cut oatmeal with burnt brown sugar on top. I love oatmeal but normally don't like paying for it at a restaurant. I'm so glad I did! This was perfectly prepared and the brown sugar topping made it feel special. If I had one quibble, I wish it came with fruit (more than the single strawberry on top), but definitely not a deal breaker. read more

Fantastic experience. Yummy coffee, pancakes, syrup, omelettes, jam, potatoes- we loved it ALL. Fair prices and very nice ppl who work here! Thank you! read more

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We stop here every time we're in Monterey...at least once! Food and service are great. Restaurant is located on the pier. read more

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Wow!!! Everything was so delicious!! The crab cakes were so fresh! They didn't have a lot of filler, just delicious crab! The reef rider was perfectly done! The potatoes were also amazing. We didn't get the hubcap pancake, but it was HUGE! Guy Fiere agrees! read more

Loulou's Griddle In the Middle - Huge hubcap pancake! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California