Friendly workers, love the old school decors, and the food was fantastic…read more I had the briskets & gravy and it was delicious!

4.25/5 FOOD:…read morechicken and gravy dish was the star of the show. the chicken piece was juicy, tender and well seasoned. the gravy complemented it well and didn't overpower the chicken's flavor. large portion for the pancakes and they were generous on the blueberries. the lemon flavor barely was barely there through, would have loved more ricotta too. SERVICE: super sweet and speedy workers on a weekday AMBIANCE: hence the name, you step into a different decade and feel nostalgic with their decor and artwork. very cute spot.

This restaurant surprised us. We didn't expect the food to be so delicious. In addition, the…read moreportions were huge! We got the Mexicali omelette and pancakes to share for two people and we could not finish. The Mexicali omelette had chorizo, garlic, mushroom, red onions, mozzarella cheese, jalapeños, ranchero sauce, and avocado. The ranchero sauce made a huge difference because it felt like we were eating a keto (low carb) wet burrito, using eggs as the tortilla, except it tasted way better than a wet burrito. It was very fluffy and delicious with a nice cheese pull. The omelette was humongous and can feed two hungry people. The pancakes were equally huge and should be shared. Each order came with two pancakes but they were kind enough to let us select two different flavors. We got one matcha pancake and one coffee pancake. Both had matcha/coffee sauce, whipped cream, powdered sugar, and fresh fruits on top. We thought they were yummy but the coffee was our favorite because of the pronounced coffee taste. However, if you love matcha, you would love the matcha pancake too. Highly recommended trying the Mexicali omelette and coffee pancake if you love coffee. They were so amazing. Would definitely come back.

I stumbled across this restaurant on a yelp search and my experience was okay . Food portions were…read moregreat . I ordered a club sandwich with regular fries and my friend ordered chilaquiles. Flavor on both dishes were good (we shared food to try both items) in my opinion but the sauce on the chilaquiles was not as flavorful. I know everyone makes that dish differently but we didn't enjoy the sauce too much. The service was disappointing . I made reservations and the hostess/server told me she understood we made reservations but the party outside was there long before us (I believe they had no reservation)... she sat them down first. It seemed as though they knew each other . We got seated 15 mins or so after our reservation time and then it took over 20-25 mins to get one dish out . She would stop and talk to them a lot ! Brought them dish after dish and didn't provide the same service to other tables . Didn't understand the point of reservations if they seat by preference of client ? After a while it was noticeable I was irritated and she began to ask from time to time if everything was okay. It wasn't . I was annoyed . She didn't hide the fact that she clearly was giving preference to her friend's table and dismissing everyone else that was seated . Ambience wasn't too chaotic for the time we went . Not sure why it took so long to get our dishes out . Perhaps another time will makeup for our first time here but not sure I will return .

Drinks are really bad, they just taste like sugar. I got a banana matcha with macadamia milk and…read morejust tastes like milk and sugar. Also got an ice biscoff latte and it was very milky and couldn't taste the espresso or biscoff. You get the same taste and price point at a starbucks tbh. However their croissants and cheese danish were very good.

Arrived on a Friday evening and it was a full house. It's casual but still beautiful aesthetic, and…read morenice display of desserts and backlit marble countertops. You order inside and the servers will bring your order to your table. There is indoor as well as outdoor seating. Love that this place is dog friendly as well. Rami was super helpful and friendly, going over some of the popular dessert and drink options. Since I came in the evening, a few of the desserts were already gone. The earlier you come, the more dessert options you'll have. They also have all day breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu which I did not try, but everything looked super tasty. I got a few desserts and a matcha strawberry foam latte (they use ceremonial grade matcha) and the biscoff latte. Loved that both weren't overly sweet and the biscoff latte had a rich coffee taste. My favorite dessert by far was the banana mousse. By the time we left, the line was out the door. Even though it was packed, the servers are super friendly and take the time to make sure you're enjoying yourself. Definitely a must try place if you're in Downey. No need to go to LA to try those over hyped dessert places. One Twelve Cafe does it just as good, if not better and they have many more tasty options to choose from.

Always see this place on my way to my weekly doctor appointments lol…read more... Then I noticed this place on instagram so today was the day we finally made it in..... Sorry not sorry I wasn't expecting much....but the service and food were good. Our server Dee was great. Country kitchen simple, homestyle comfort food yum. Would actually like to come back. Ok byee

I heard about Country Kitchen through Long Beach Food Scene and was impressed by its Yelp reviews,…read moreso I decided to give it a try. I ordered the ABC omelette with home potatoes and upgraded the bread to a granola pancake for an additional $4. I had been wanting to try their famous granola pancake, so I was happy they allowed the substitution. The portions were generous and easily enough for two people. The ABC omelette was delicious. It had plenty of bacon pieces, just the right amount of cheese, and the avocado on top was fresh and flavorful. I requested the home potatoes well done, and they came out perfectly crispy on the outside and great with ketchup. The star of the meal was definitely the granola pancake. I can see why it's one of their most popular items. It was one of the best pancakes I've ever had. Topped with bananas, blueberries, granola, and almonds, it had a unique combination of flavors and textures that I've never experienced before. I would absolutely come back just for the pancakes. The customer service was excellent as well. Everyone was friendly and welcoming throughout my visit. Next time, I plan to dine in.

I don't usually comment but this place is very friendly and great restaurant especially Jordan who…read morewas happy to help me.

The food was delicious and our waitress, Maggie, was very efficient and attentive. She greeted us…read morewith a big smile and knew a lot about the menu options. She helped us with our food choices and to modify a meal for a healthier vegetarian option. The owner, Antonio, is super friendly and approachable. He loves to talk to his customers and makes them feel comfortable at The Nest. We already recommended this place to family and friends will definitely visit again!

Food was awesome along with the ambiance, incredible customer service from Carlos! Coming backread more

Amazing food Good host…read more Beautiful ambience They definitely do a good job of catering to all !!! We love coming here !!!! Thank you for all good service Keep up the good work!!!!!

They offered a "March Madness" Weekend Breakfast Buffet & I'm hoping they extend it forever because…read moreit's elevated in all the right ways. Presentation. Ambiance. Service. Price $22.90? Yes Please, Chef's Kiss! Bonus Fact: Check Out My Keto Heaven Photo/Breakfast Plate!

Breakfast before H&M fly out of LB airport. I saw this place on Yelp so I thought we'd give it a…read moretry. Typically it's a bar in the evenings but serves breakfast in the mornings. A cute little place off the beaten path. Adequate parking located in the lot behind the building with an easy walk around to the restaurant. We made reservations but it wasn't necessary. The place was kind of busy, but we were seated right away. It was a decent sized interior with seating for maybe 30-40 people(?). Our server was friendly and attentive. Food seemed to take a little longer to come out of the kitchen. The food looked good and was okay. Nothing exciting or spectacular on their breakfast menu. Portions were large and leftovers were taken home. Hubby was sad his hot chocolate was not full, was warm in temperature, and only got colder because of all the whipped cream on top. I think my Cali ABC juice was the best! That is definitely something to try.

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.

My husband ordered me the lemon ricotta pancakes this morning, which I've had from this restaurant…read morebefore, so I know exactly how they're supposed to taste. The moment I took my first bite, I immediately noticed that the ricotta tasted sour and spoiled. I drove back to the restaurant to request a refund. Unfortunately, my refund was not honored because the manager, Aimee, was not present. Karely, the lead on duty, seemed unsure of how to handle the situation and attempted to explain that the sour taste was simply the lemon in the ricotta. That explanation was disappointing because there is a clear difference between the intended lemon flavor and the taste of spoiled dairy. What upset me most was the lack of concern, apology, or effort to make the situation right. As a customer, I expected the issue to be taken seriously, especially when food safety is involved. If a manager is unavailable, staff should be properly trained and empowered to handle customer concerns appropriately. I am currently four months pregnant, which made this experience even more concerning. I wasted my time, gas, and energy driving back to the restaurant, only to leave without a refund or any resolution. This was by far the worst experience I have had at a restaurant in Downey, and unfortunately, I will not be returning.

Good food, good service, and there seemed to be a mix of regulars and first time locals…read more I had the egg haters special and hash brows. Also ordered the early bird.

Have driven by this place for YEARS. Always been on my list to try and had a free moment recently…read moreand decided to stop by. Definitely an uncut gem in the area. Not too many spots with this ambiance and vibe in SoCal anymore. The staff were extremely friendly and the food was great. Pancakes were a little greasy and the hash browns I got that day were a little too crispy, but I felt the pricing was fair, the quality reflected that, and the food was tasty. There is extremely limited space inside and they close quite early but it's such a unique diner experience. Definitely time traveling when you take a step inside. Looking forward to returning and trying more items, the biscuits and gravy looked great.

Having just moved back to Long Beach after many years away, I'm getting to know my hometown all…read moreover again. And there's no better way to do it than through food. :-) First trip out was to The Pan and I loved it. Arlene, our server, was fantastic. Attentive without being overbearing, super friendly, professional, and knowledgeable about their extensive menu. I got the Lucky's Clucky and it was delicious. I also got to try the lemon dream pancakes and it almost made me regret my choice. The place was packed for good reason. The food was fantastic and the atmosphere was lively. Really great vibe in the place. Enjoyed everything from start to finish. Will definitely be back.

I recently came down to Long Beach to visit a friend, and we decided to have brunch at The Pan. The…read morerestaurant has a really cute, classic diner feel inside, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. There was about a 30 minute wait since they don't take reservations, but it was definitely worth it. Everyone in our group enjoyed their meals, and no one had any issues with their food. I ordered the stuffed French toast, and it was absolutely amazing...easily one of the best brunch items I've had in a long time. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back the next time I'm in the area. 10/10 recommend!