3.5 stars. Found this place via Groupon. Arrived there, and forgot to use the groupon deal. It was a little pricey. Whoops. I ordered the avocado burrito, and the taste was pretty good, not amazing, but good. However, the service was wonderful. Because I was in a rush, I called in and asked the man to have the food prepared for dine-in. The conversation via phone was very easy. When I got there, the cutest little set up was already on a tray & covered for me. The man allowed me to choose where to sit, and he brought the tray to me. He refilled my water without me asking. He was very friendly and polite. Granted, I was one of two parties in the restaurant, so it may not be as amazing as if the restaurant was packed. read more

I hate living bad reviews but I hope the owner take this criticism and make changes. I walked in today girl is on the phone no hi no hold not even looking at me. I just wanted to ask if you make sandwiches? I looked around while waiting on her to get off the line but she kept picking up the other line. Come on! Just say please hold or I'll be right with you. That simple!! read more

Very nice cafe, great food, nice staff. There is only one problem - they don't accept the check in offer from Yelp, because they tried to take it off, but something didn't work. I don't know what was wrong, anyway disregard it. But the place is good and prices are reasonable. read more

I've been coming to this place for over 15 years. I used to love it. In the last year, I've given them a few chances and I've left upset every time. The service, the quality of food, the portions, and the prices have all changed and are totally absurd. The waiters are extremely rude and impolite and make you feel that you are bothering them every time you ask them for something. (I gave up on extra sauces and dressing after asking 3 times for it and never getting it). Every time I go now, they tell me I am going to have to wait over an hour for my food because they have a lot of take-out orders to take care of. (Why accept dine-in if you can't provide food within the hour?) They don't even greet you or smile when waiting on you. And if you aren't happy with the service, you have no choice but to pay 18% tip to them (written in small on the menu). Beyond sick of kosher establishments taking advantage of Jewish people because we have no choice but to eat their food, pay their prices, and accept their terrible service. I could go on and on about all of my multiple terrible experiences here. Definitely never going back. read more

So disappointed by the service here! I asked the waiter if he could take my order and he said 1 minute I'll be right back and proceeded with telling me that they are super busy and it would take 25 minutes for my food. He didn't come back after that '1 min'. So I got up and asked if he could came take my order. He kept saying I'll come to you in a minute. I looked in the restaurant and saw there was only 1 other table being served and told them I didn't understand why they said they were busy. The waiter was being extremely rude- I was shocked!They seemed completely overwhelmed and incapable of waiting on two tables. Since he refused to take my order when I asked, I paid my drinks and left. Definitely not going back. read more

Really super yummy food- the BEST kosher breakfast in town... a wee bit pricy (but so is all kosher food) good service- park for FREE in back! and INCREDIBLE specials on Tuesday's and Thursdays.... read more

Food was good but the prices were off even for a kosher restaurant. $3.99 for a small hot chocolate which is just the grocery store powder mixed with milk..seriously? We had the crepe without ricotta 11.99 and a malawa with scrambled eggs which was yummy but I don't think we will be coming back it's just not worth the price. Also I came in with no one there basically and a double stroller no one helped me out while I was clearly struggling with the door and there's no change table in the bathroom even though hey are catering to families with kids considering they have booster seats. Oh well read more

Pico Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I realy like this cafe on pico Blvd. The service is kind the food is good. The place is clean and the prices are very resonable. What else can you ask for from a place that doesn't aim to be to fancy. This a place to come and eat maybe see a familier face here and there. It is perfect for the purpose. I will for sure go there when I am in the area. read more

Terrible service!!! Walked in there today, stood there for 15 min before I went to the owner and asked if I can order to go, to which he replied: "I don't think so! I'm very busy in the kitchen, wait or come back later"... with such attitude. I've eaten there before; the food is just OK for what they charge! He did much better when he had a smaller place! Check out BIBI's bakery next door, 10 times better food, prices and most important they take care of their clients!! read more

Worst service ever!!! So rude. This place is the worst place. 2 hour wait time. Zero training. To orders come wrong. Heavy. Poorly made. Loaded with sugar and butter. Stay away read more

I liked the place, it's super clean, my toasted sandwich was perfect.

A really great spot for breakfast. Nothing fancy about the place, but a great menu. They also make fresh jucies which I really enjoy, and are very reasonably priced. I had one yesterday with Spinach, Parsley, cucumber and apple, and it was delicious. The service can be a little slow at times, but overall if you are looking for a great kosher spot for breakfast, this is it read more

I often eat breakfast and lunch here. Don't go here if you're in a hurry! Plan to stay at least two hours-the service is the worst! It takes forever. But the food is worth it! The best salads, made with grilled and fresh veggies; breakfast is good too. I really like the tuna shwarma. Good authentic Israeli dishes. Don't arrive if your too hungry, you'll be starving by the time you get your order. Don't go on your lunch hour. Go when you are not on "the clock" or on a tight schedule and enjoy. read more

Carnivores beware! That pastrami on rye you had envisioned is purely in your mind. Pico Café offers strictly vegetarian fare. But for a healthy, refreshing change of pace its truly worth a visit! I ordered the vegetarian wrap which came with a large side of Israeli salad (cucumbers, tomatoes and lettuce chopped finely). The salad was average (would have been incredible had organically grown, vine ripened tomatoes been used, but alas, this is the City). However, the wrap was truly remarkable. It was (I believe a spinach lavish flat bread) generously filled with a delicious blend of fried onions, mushrooms, tofu and a caramelized glaze. I'd happily return just for this wrap. Our waitress offered some freshly made 'hot' sauce which I applied sparingly to give it a bit of a kick. This sauce was incredibly HOT (and I LOVE spicy food). It was basically pureed Habaneros which packed quite a punch. I'd give the Café 5 stars for this wrap, 2 for the salad and 2 for parking and ambiance so 3 overall seems to be fair. Parking is basically on the streets, but Mondays are not a good day to visit because the City of Lost Anglos deems it necessarily to sweep the side streets on that day of the week. There is a small lot in back but its 5 or 6 slots were all filled. read more

The food is ok, milkshakes are absolutely delicious! But the reason for 1 star is the way they treat you if you have a toddler with you. Based on that I would not recommend this place. read more

Food was fresh, fast and delicious! Great service and atmosphere. A Little gem worth discovering! read more

Pico Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We went there today (Sunday) and the restaurant is full only with ONE waiter!! The service was so bad! and the food even worse! And they have a rule that say that they charge 15% service more then 40$!! This is NOT OK!! read more

Worst service ever, so long to get your food and they don't care!!! Won't come back, they ignore you when you ask them to check on your order. read more

A bit crowded for lunch. But food very good and they have a wide variety of choices. Go during off peak times. Excellent service. Casual dinning. read more

I love Pico cafe, my favorite dishes are grilled veggie salad, vegetable wrap and the grilled salmon are my favorites and yummy.

Best shakahouka in town. Delicious food all the way around. Great breakfast and lunch place. read more

Pico Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I have eaten here countless times. The food is always superb - especially the salads. My all time favorite is the grilled goat cheese salad which is unfailingly delicious and extremely filling. The mix of grilled vegetables creates an taste sensation! The workers are always helpful and pleasant, though the service can be a tad slow. I like to order one of their specialty coffees which I savor until the food arrives. I highly recommend! read more

You'd have to pay me a significant amount of money to return here. It took around an hour for us to get our food, and when we asked the waitress where it was, she gave us attitude. They didn't have the bread for the sandwich I wanted, and instead of asking me what I'd like to substitute, they chose a different bread for me and brought it out. When I asked someone behind the register (maybe the owner) for change for a $20 so that I could split the bill with friends, he gave me attitude...for asking for change! There is way more, but the bottom line is this...nobody comes here twice. It must be composed of first timers, because after experiencing it, I don't know why people would return. Maybe, maybe, this was just my experience. But I suspect not. If someone at the restaurant wants to defend its service, send me a message. read more

BEWARE!!! CON: -Horrible service! By far the worst experience I ever had a restaurant in my ENTIRE life was here. Despite calling in advance to make a reservation (they said just come in) and to verify I cannot bring pets in, the owner irrationally made me locate to a different table AFTER I sat down and got myself situated. There were absolutely NO customers there but he still wanted the table I was at to be available for other guests. I later found out no on else was showing up. A brief psychoanalysis of him suggested OCD and over-controlling behavior. -Owner is rude, grumpy, disrespectful, condescending, egotistic and discriminatory. Pro: -They sell food. I don't suggest anyone coming here. After being disrespected and treated as if the store was doing me a favor for coming and potentially bringing a party of 6, I straight out told the owner he was never going to get business from me then or ever. I left. Texted everyone planning to come to the restaurant with me to meet at another restaurant. Honestly, there are so many great restaurants in the area. 5 on that same block. There is absolutely no need to go to a restaurant hoping to be fed peacefully and respectfully to only leave feeling infuriated. AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS. read more

Over priced good food and horrible automatic 15% tip!!! Service is not their good side . I hope the lady owner will read those reviews here and implement and correct her business structure cause overall they have a good food there. read more

the vanilla latte burned the hell out of my mouth , was hurting for days! no common decency to provide edible temperature for drinks ? my god..... read more

Service very slow. Waited 45 minute so far. No bread, no veggies. Can't comment on quality of food cause haven't gotten it yet

Pico cafe is a delicious kosher breakfast / lunch restaurant in Los Angeles. Their service, food, and establishment are fantastic. Prices Are a bit high but... It's kosher and it's delicious so enjoy and swipe. read more

I have to admit that every time I ordered there, the food was fresh and tasty. The reason for the three stars is that every visit there entails some aggravation. First of all, they say they take credit cards, but each time they give me a hard time and make me pay cash instead. Very annoying. Second thing is the quirks in some of the plates. My father, for example, ordered the tuna shwarma and it came with only tuna and french fries. For what they charge, they could've included a pita and some of their severely under-dressed salad; without these the dish was incomplete and overpriced. Last, but not least, if you sit down and the guy behind the counter comes to take your order, they tack on a fifteen percent gratuity onto the bill. Not cool at all; the service doesn't warrant it either. read more

Tried to have lunch at Pico Cafe on Sunday. My friend and I patiently waited for someone to take our order. The waitress said she couldn't take our order and didn't know how long until she could as the kitchen was too backed up!!! I must say in all my years dining out I have never had worse service! read more

1) Terrible service, whether they are busy or not. The last time I went, I waited over 1/2 hour before approaching the register and asking for a waitress to take my order. 2) The food is decent, at best. It is mostly subpar. 3) If you have kids with you, forgetaboutit. They do not want any children there. A really miserable experience and place to eat. read more

When you want kosher breakfast or brunch, this is the best place in LA to go as they open for breakfast, and they offer parking spaces in back. They just added a whole vegetarian menu with healthy food items. read more

Yechhhhhhh ... tastes like industrially prepared food straight out of a can. The sad-sack, refuse-to-spend-a-dime, proud-to-be-a-cheap-frump decor should serve as a warning. read more

Public service announcement-- if you enjoy going to a restaurant that does not respect their customers (that's putting it mild) makes you feel like they're doing you a favor by taking your order or hell, giving you a place to sit, then Pico Cafe is your go to place. The owner is beyond horrendous and thinks he can treat the customers however he wants because he has very little to no competition. I have watched him do it with other patrons and figured he was having a bad day but today took the cake. Oh and if you have kids, you might as well be prepared to apologize profusely for having them from the moment you walk in. Do not go to this restaurant. Much better options with quality customer service and a much nicer ambience. read more

The food was excellent, and the prices were very reasonable. But what earns this my 5 star rating was the fact that the guy behind the counter was very attentive and service oriented. When one of us started to cough a little bit (she swallowed the wrong way), he noticed and already started to pour a glass of water -- before anyone asked. This is a mark of an establishment that cares. read more

Worst customer service there is. The store was completely empty and it was 8:30 in the morning and they wouldn't us seat where my kids wanted to seat. They said it's reserved for other customers which was pure lie. They took so long to bring the food and when the waiter brought it it was not good. The staff is so rude. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone . Worst experience ever read more

Amazing feta salad, great service and I've never had a bad experience here. Food is a little pricey but the quality and abundance of food they give you far outweighs the surrounding restaurants. read more

This beautiful little restaurant with great environment cozy feeling and homemade food. I love the tuna sandwich, expect a delicious yummy taste in your mouth. read more

I recommend this restaurant for breakfast . A big selection of dairy dishes . I tried a blenches with banana and date and some sour cream and it was amazing. The place is packed on Sunday . read more

Great place for breakfast ! The best part is there menu you can literally order from breakfast to dinner !! Great nachos and pizza