This restaurant/bakery is really, really good. We usually get bakery goods and walked here in…read morearound 10am and got a brand muffin and coffee cake and both were really good. We had our own drink so didn't buy one. On Sunday morning there's a Farmer's Market in front of the store and while there are some places that sell bakery goods, these are really, really good. While she didn't have to do much Helen was nice when we were deciding which bakery goods to buy and we saw she was helpful with other customers. We'll be coming back, whether on Sundays or other daysl

Super cute spot Ordered two Cobb salads they were good but…read morebeware ...it's HUGE. I would say 2 people can share one and it does have a lot of dressing . Also ordered the chicken meatballs .. they were ok. Staff was friendly . Next time I need to try some pastries :)

I haven't made it to their actual location yet, but I have a cuisine picky c-suite at work that I…read morehave to locate quality food for their lunches and Joan's has taken a seat at that rotational table for us. The professional way they package their meals for travel holds up well and the food arrives hot (or cold) and fresh and pretty well presented for traveling a few miles via delivery jockey. They're also quick at fulfilling orders so that these drivers can get in/out quickly. The guys really enjoy the quality and flavor of the food and we'll keep on ordering!

I really like the aesthetics of this place as it is a mix of a mini market, deli, cafe, and ice…read morecream parlor. They have breakfast sandwiches, granola bowls, pancakes, omelettes, burgers, hot dogs, salads, bakery pastries and cake slices. There's a fridge full of various fresh cheeses and another fridge with ready to bake breads and pastries that you can take home to bake yourself. Lots of variety snacks throughout the store; often ones that you do not find at regular grocery stores. For example, they have dang Thai Rice chips, which are bomb good. I used to only be able to find these on Thrive market, so it's good to see a local place sell them. Staff were all friendly and willing to answer any questions you may have. Interesting note is that they have various checkout counters throughout the store; it doesn't matter which counter you pay at. From the deli, I have tried... 1. Kale Salad with Spicy Peanuts & Queso Fresco It's technically supposed to be a healthy dish, but the sauce was too sweet for my liking. I think the sweetness is from the honey & the dried cranberries in it. Otherwise, the kale was fresh and spicy peanuts added a little bit of kick 2. Tarragon Chicken Salad The chicken was on the drier side, but the sour cream sauce was light and creamy - could use more herbs for flavoring though. I'll come back again for when I need a quick grub! Worth checking out if you are in the area

Everything about our visit today was excellent! The space is cute, the staff was super friendly and…read morethe food was really good. They brought us an extra coffee that was made by mistake which was really nice. Multiple people checked in on us the entire time even though it wasn't a full service restaurant. Our food came out really quickly and everything about my Mediterranean plate was excellent. My husband really liked his tuna melt as well. They actually have 3 locations even though Yelp only lists the Riverside location, we went to the one on Olive. They had easy parking with validation. We would definitely stop here any time we're nearby.

Unfortunately, I was disappointed with my visit. They charged me extra for the salmon, without even…read morespecifying how I wanted it. It was served separately from the main course and grilled, whereas I was expecting fresh salmon. Furthermore, I paid about $50 for breakfast--coffee and a sandwich--which I consider unreasonably high for such a setting. Unfortunately, I don't plan to return.

Finally got a chance to try this place. We arrived around 1 p.m., so it wasn't busy, but it's…read morelikely much more crowded in the mornings. It's a very classic American-style breakfast spot with huge portions. There aren't many options if you don't eat bacon, but I still really enjoyed my eggs Benedict -- it was delicious.The waffles are a must-try! So good. They offer a variety of flavors, and we got one topped with strawberries, bananas, and Nutella -- absolutely amazing. Service was top-notch as well. The staff was super friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better.

I ordered the chicken sandwich and the chicken and fries were both lukewarm. I mentioned to the…read moreserver and they remade it but the chicken was once again lukewarm, but the fries was warmed up. Server didn't check up the second time to see if the food was okay and felt like she was avoiding us and wanting us to leave. This was my second time and for sure, won't be coming back.

I'm writing to you from the Burro Flats painted cave - and here I shall spend the rest of my days -…read morebecause there's no reason to participate in society anymore. All the answers to all the mysteries have been answered, including (but not limited to): What is life's purpose? Is there an afterlife? Why is Ed Sheeran famous? I've studied the holy texts. I've followed a guru. I've attended silent retreats. None had the powers of illumination harnessed within the fresh-baked $8 cookies from The Carving Board. Specifically the chocolate chip cookie and the lemon coconut cookie. (The Turkey Dinner sandwich ain't too shabby, either. (Ask for extra gravy.)) I'll see you soon in the caves. Bring firewood. And more cookies.

I felt like staying home for this visit with the Carving Board and it still felt like an awesome…read moreexperience! I ordered the Health Nut and a side of Turkey Chili. I also got Deep Fried Oreos since someone mentioned they got some at a fair recently. The Health Nut made me feel great while I was eating and after I ate it as well. It is hard to not eat an item filled with avocado, mushrooms, pickled vegetables, baby cucumbers, cashews, chimichurri and sunflower seeds on vegan telera! The side dish of the chili made it a great combination. As for the dessert, four Oreo cookies that were battered and deep fried with powdered sugar and Ghirardelli chocolate made this wholesome meal one of the best I had in awhile! I really enjoy this place and the variety that the menu offers!

This was the first time ordering and it will not be the last. Dinner was amazing. The whole…read moreprocess from ordering online, to check out and then pick up was so easy. The curbside pickup was great, you just text when you are there. Dinner consisted of Butternut Squash Soup with Walnut Cream, Romaine Salad with the works (feta cheese, toasted Ciara, black eyed peas, spring onions , cherry tomatoes topped with an amazing Avocado Dressing. Next is the Braised Shorts Ribs and Potato Salad. Heating instructions super easy. Portions were plentiful so we have leftovers. Thank you Chef Alex! There was a surprise in the bag, chocolate chip cookies for dessert!!!

Great food and service! Alex and his team were very professional and made a memorable evening for…read moreus. Highly recommend!

Another wonderful brunch at Claudine's. This most recent visit, there were a few hiccups with our…read moreorder, but the service was outstanding! I love their drip coffee and that there are free refills. Yay! They have some outlets available if you bring your laptop. I usually come on weekdays because the weekends get super busy! They have indoor and outdoor seating, but I like to be inside and watch the folks in the kitchen do their thing. We started with a blueberry scone and it had great flavor. It did taste a little on the dry side, so depending on how you like your scones can be a good or bad thing. Goes perfectly with the coffee! For my main I got the avocado chicken BLT wrap and it was delicious! I chose to get hash browns on the side, which were tasty but I wish they had a little more crisp on them. My mom ordered a scramble and what came out was an omelette that has been cut up into pieces. My mom brought it to an employee's attention and she offered to have them remake it, which was appreciated! Love that they validate parking if you park in the underground lot. Overall, my experience here is consistently good. Love their food and the casual vibe!

Misleading Signs, Poor Management, and Unhelpful Service I…read morehave visited Claudine's in Encino on Ventura Boulevard many times. However, my girlfriend and I were very disappointed during our most recent visit. The tables have clear signs that read: "ORDER FROM YOUR TABLE!" with a QR code encouraging customers to "SCAN HERE TO START AN ORDER." We followed the instructions exactly. After a table became available, we sat down and tried to order from our seats using the QR code. A manager immediately came over and confrontationally told me I was not allowed to do that. When I pointed out the sign on the table, he became combative and unfriendly, insisting that we had to stand in the long line like everyone else. He came across as being on a power trip. This makes no sense. Allowing customers to order from their tables (as the signs clearly promote) would help relieve the long lines at the cash register and actually benefit the business by improving flow and customer experience. Instead, the policy creates unnecessary frustration and confusion. Even worse, the interaction felt somewhat discriminatory. This kind of treatment is unacceptable and left us feeling unwelcome in what should be a pastry and coffee shop experience. Owners and management: Please either remove the misleading table signs or honor what they say. Train your staff -- especially managers -- on basic politeness and consistency, and ensure all customers are treated fairly. The servers who bring the food are very polite and courteous, the manager not so much. Great food will keep you in business only for so long, however if the management is so hostile and dominant, people will eventually go elsewhere. This experience will keep us from returning.

I've lost track of how many times I've been to Sycamore Kitchen- it's so good! Food is always…read moredelicious and also on the healthier side, drinks are decent and pastries look amazing (these I've yet to try). My favorites are the Yucatán and Jerusalem Bowls. It's a great spot to catch up with friends or dine by yourself. Staff is also very friendly and accommodating. Lines can get long during the weekend, it's open seating but there's plenty of seating inside and outside so that's never been an issue in my experience. Street parking in the neighborhood or meters upfront recommended!

Had breakfast here for the first time this weekend. Came in right as they opened. I had the avocado…read moretoast and a side of chicken apple sausage. Everything was great. Worth noting that you order at the counter at this establishment and they bring the food to your table. Also a dog-friendly spot!

Ice cream of my dreams...honey lavender and cucumber sorbet are my favorites, but everything is…read moregood. The service is polite and helpful. One day I hope to take an ice cream making class from them.

Holy Toledo - I've never had ice cream like theirs. It was so special and unique. It was my first…read morevisit with my darling boyfriend; we were on the hunt for ice cream and an adventure. I tried the mint and orange vanilla. My mind was blown. I expected the mint to be like any other mint flavor but this was very different. It was actual mint. Imagine drinking a cup of Moroccan mint tea. The flavor was so true to the herb. It didn't taste artificial or weird. It was very, very fresh. Not too sweet, not bitter. Perfect, really. The vanilla orange was incredible too. It was so interesting because I could taste fresh orange and taste fresh vanilla bean individually. I think this ice cream was a little magical. My boyfriend had the candied pecan - also incredible. The flavors of each ice cream truly are pronounced and expertly crafted. He also tried the pear champagne which I'll admit since I didn't like the champagne flavor - which is not a negative because I don't like champagne. So, really it's a compliment because they did that ice cream true to the flavor to the point I didn't like it lol.

I have one main truth - regardless of whether I've already had dinner, if slices of pizzas…read moreavailable nearby, my pizza stomach will accommodate them. And this is how it was one night after eating dinner at another restaurant nearby...the enticing-looking slices at Gjelina Take Away beckoned, and I answered the call. Considering Gjelina proper is one of the more difficult restaurants to get into if you don't plan in advance, being able to get a taste of their deliciousness at the adjacent take-away version is a gift to us all. Their Pomodoro pie (think perfectly thin and crispy crust, generous size, and tomatoes galore on top) looked out of control, so we got a slice. Add burrata cheese? Oh, yes, please do that. And they did, and we ended up with this glorious Naples / NYC slice fusion that delighted my post-dinner pizza joie de vivre. There is plenty for vegetarians at Gjelina Takeaway, including some delights from the main Gjelina menu, other slices, and more. Oh, Gjelina Take Away - we took away...and we will keep it with us...always.

Nothing infuriates me more than when I order a sandwich and it immediately falls apart because the…read morebread is too thin or the liquids inside are too wet. I ordered the turkey sandwich and within 3 minutes of receiving it, the bread got soggy from the inside and half the ingredients spilled out, making a sloppy mess on my plate. It basically became a turkey salad with soggy bread mixed in. The quality was good and fresh, but I will not tolerate poor sandwich bread integrity, especially when it's $18. The more expensive the sandwich, the more irritated I get when it instantly turns into soup upon holding it for a bite. I like Gjelina for other items on the menu. Service is good. Location is nice for Venice. But I'll never order a sandwich here again until they toast the bread or use thicker slices to maintain sandwich firmness.