Visit Wendy's Place if you enjoy an old time diner experience. Fun decor from the 30's, Coke dispenser and coffee maker (fresh pot every five minutes) from the 50's or early 60's. Wendy and her daughter running back and forth, everyone in continuous motion. Sat at the counter, coffee and water always topped up. Corned beef and eggs was excellent. Go with the rye toast. Reasonably priced compared to the nearby fancy eateries, good value. Toilet needs an upgrade. BUT buyer beware, CASH only, no credit cards or digital payments (I believe). Definitely will return next time near El Segundo. read more

Nothing but great things to say about Wendy's Place. This local gem popped up in my feed while I was at work and I happened to be craving a true American classic diner experience. The seating area is fairly small and tight, but that makes for a great atmosphere and some nice conversations with other diners if that's your sort of thing. I sat at the bar and was greeted by a couple friendly ladies, promptly served coffee and water. I decided on the chicken fried steak with hash brown, over medium eggs, sourdough toast and asked for a side of bacon. Wendy's came out all aces. The gravy was thick, creamy and delicious and the has browns were perfectly cooked. The toast was delectable and everything went so well together. They were training a new girl as I was eating as well so that was a nice sight to see. I look forawrd to dining here in the future! read more

Wendy's Place - Chicken fried steak, Bacon, Sourdough toast - Diners Near Me - El Segundo, California

Have been on this street before - you can totally miss this place. Food was good - need to do better and add pictures. Had the chicken fried steak - very good. Gravy has flavor! Like how there is a chicken breast option. The pancakes! Had a regular plate of pancakes to try them out. Very good. The ladies are friendly. They do have a Zelle option to pay, bring cash. Very cute place, can only imagine the weekends get packed. But definitely will come again. read more

This is a terrific old fashioned diner with a retro ambiance and real diner food! It was delicious too. We both had ham & cheese omelette with hash browns (onion and bell peppers in mine) and we also shared a short stack of buttermilk pancakes which were amazing. Easily the best pancakes in El Segundo and overall an excellent experience with friendly and wonderful staff. We will definitely be back! read more

The place is so cute small! Service was amazing but overall the food was great! Will definitely be back! The Ham steak had me dancing in my seat!!! read more

Wendy's Place - The Ham steak w/ Eggs - Diners Near Me - El Segundo, California

What a gem! Stepping through the front door is like stepping back in time. Both the servers were delightful. The vibe is relaxed and friendly. If you're a fan of diners, you'll love this restaurant. The food? Top shelf diner cuisine. Fluffy pancakes. The chicken fried chicken and eggs was hearty faire. And the home brewed iced tea was delicious. They don't accept credit cards so either bring cash or Venmo. We will be back!!! Cheers! read more

Wendy's Place - Pancakes, eggs and bacon - Diners Near Me - El Segundo, California

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Hands down the Best breakfast in El Segundo!!! Everyone is super nice and the food is great!!! They make you feel like you're at home. You also feel like you have gonna back in time with the decor.. Christi is super nice as well. The place rocks!! read more

Food was great. The sausages were delicious. Loved the biscuits. Loved the Raisin Bran bread. My husband enjoyed his gravy. Service was good. Ambiance is good. Family restaurant. read more

Awesome long time local spot for delicious classic comfort food. Breakfast and lunch expertly prepared and excellent service. If you don't love Wendy's Place you're a mad little nugget. Almost always super busy this is a cozy spot for solo diners at the counter and groups in the booths. Sandwiches, breakfasts all recommended. My order is Jose's Special, home fries with onions and peppers and a coffee with cream. read more

Wendy's Place - Coffee and ambiance. - Diners Near Me - El Segundo, California

Great coffeeshop food ! Full of regulars and sassy waitresses keeping the old guys in line.

It's a little hole in the wall breakfast place in El Segundo. It's right next to Metro Cafe. I think the best charm is the old timey feel of the restaurant. The breakfast dishes are regular diner types. I probably wouldn't come back. But, if you have nostalgia of old El Segundo or any old town feel, this place might do the trick. read more

Uncomfortable unwelcoming vibe. It seems if your not a regular local customer, they don't care. That's fine. I can go elsewhere that serves food. Food was ok. Never going back read more

This diner is a walk down memory lane. Wendy's Place has great service and food. There's not a pretentious bone in the place! I got the distinct impression that most patrons were regulars. If I didn't live so far away I'd become a regular, lol. read more

Great food, fast and friendly service, and retro ambiance. Ordered the corned beef hash; wife took the french toast special. Both were cooked perfectly with fantastic flavor and texture. The hash comes as two patties, which allows for a great double-sided crust. If I was a local, this would be my spot - it clearly holds that place for many regulars we saw. Definitely a cheers vibe where everyone knows your name. read more

Wendy's is a staple in El Segundo, and if it ever closes its doors, it will truly be the end of an era. I've been eating here for 50 years, and I don't know how long my dad loved this place before that. Fridays are my favorite with the Fish Fry and clam chowder. Weekend breakfast is amazing and a GREAT way to start off a weekend. The staff is ALWAYS amazing, and they've worked there for ever and actually care. The ambiance is my favorite part! This place is just old and old school. It's a blast from the past and I love it. read more

It's like stepping back in time. Perhaps the only real diner left in LA! The food is diner food, but the vibe is excellent.

Best chicken fried steak and eggs with side of biscuits and gravy!! Old school sewing like grandmas restaurant. Brings back memories for all the senses. Almost afraid to rate it so well cause I don't want to wait in line! read more

The food is amazing , the service is excellent and the ambiance is very home like . I've never been dissatisfied or disappointed, my only concern is my belly is always craving for the next visit . read more

Take me back to time. This wood paneling decor and Norman Rockwell art Diner has a special charm and it's tucked away in Downtown El Segundo. By all means, if you're waiting for your flight and want a good breakfast spot, come here and meet the friendly wait staff and the chef Frank and make any special diet restricted meal upon request. Of course no diner would not be complete without their rich dark coffee with unlimited refills. I literally walk out with the jitters when I'm done with my meal. The star item that is a must for me is the chicken fried chicken steak dish. I get the home fries with onions and bell peppers extra crispy, with the chicken gravy. They do have the darker meatloaf gravy as well, just be specific on which one you prefer and of course I'll add a sunny side up egg with a side of buttered english muffin and I'll slap on some grape or orange jam on it. Isn't that an epic breakfast? Honestly, the food is good. The ambiance is good. The restaurant staff is good. No need to go to Ihop of Denny's when the food comes out hot, fast, and delicious. read more

Nice little hole in the wall restaurant. friendly staff and customers. Food is okay for the price.

Food is ok, but they only take cash, and that means they not only cheat on taxes, they don't pay at all. Corrupt.

Tiny but great service and excellent food. Airport nearby in El Segundo and took relatives just as they got off flight. It has the ambiance of a 1950's diner with a breakfast bonanza of amazing food you haven't seen since you were with Ma & Pa in Iowa. Great fun and food. My family loved it! (We're all from the Midwest!) read more

If you want real time, old-school nostalgia, This is the place I mean who was off the charts service was impeccable and the ambience made me feel like I was in a movie from the 60s. read more

Friendliest chef ‍ I ever met! His name probably Frank... looks like a Frank from NYC. HEY! Whatcha got there! Your going to love the aesthetics! Faded Puzzles pieces stitched into frames. put together from a long gone era.... beautiful memories from an older era I'm too lazy to lookup on google, on the wall. The restroom has Norman Rockwell posters! But you must brave through the kitchen to use it. Haven't even tried the food yet, but based on presence alone I'm expecting a good burger, because I got my experience already ... UPDATE: the burger was HUGE! and tasty! Can't go wrong with a "Modern" Era Lettuce wrap, although its not wrapped just slapped on the patty like a bad bun! haha.... Uhhh.. But I've only known a few places who ACTUALLY WRAP THE PATTY USING LEAF LETTUCE! It's amazing when they do it right. Otherwise, Its a meeeee Mariooo! read more

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A fantastically cozy breakfast diner right next to LAX. I have made it a ritual to have Wendy's before an early flight and it makes the whole airport experience much better. Great staff, great food, great prices, great atmosphere, great crowd. read more

This place is a cozy little breakfast place in Downtown El Segundo. I've been here a few times and the food hits the spot. If I recall correctly, I had the chicken fried steak for breakfast and it was really good! The food takes a little longer to come out but as long as it's fresh, I don't mind so much. I find it worth mentioning only because some breakfast places serve food a little faster. So, if you have a busy day ahead/tight schedule, my recommendation would be to come here earlier. Bonus: You can pay your bill with Venmo here!! read more

This is a local gem! I love the hometown diner vibe and the food is consistently good. I feel truly lucky to have comfort food so close by and I feel a swell of pride for our town walking by and seeing the place bustling with customers and even people waiting outside on the weekends. The service is friendly and efficient. My favorite meal is breakfast but you can't go wrong with any of their lunch options either. For breakfast, we love the Joe's Special Omelette and the French Toast Special (gotta have both savory and sweet). For lunch, I have to get the classic patty melt! This is the place to be when you want home style comfort food in a welcoming environment. read more

The chicken fried steak is amazing! I feel like I traveled into 1950 I highly recommend eating at Wendy's

Awesome restaurant! This is an old school cafe ! I'm not local but felt like everyone else was!! Good food and good portions... I'll be back for sure read more

Hands-down one of the best places to eat breakfast here in Los Angeles. The service and the cooks and the overall environment is very much amazing. If you love vintage music and a vintage environment with great prices and unique delicious food, this is the place to be. We enjoyed this place from the time we walked to the time we left and the service was impeccable. Even though they only had one waiter, it felt like they had 100. He was so attentive and service is fast and delicious. Again, we will be coming back! read more

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The service was great the waitresses was nice and attentive, the food was served promptly and hot. The seasoning and the ambiance was that of a classic neighborhood dinner, kind takes you back to a time period when the restaurant cares about their products and their patrons. Has become one of my go- to's. read more

*** A slice of old school Americana in the heart of El Segundo ... *** Wendy's Place is a throwback to yesteryear circa 1950's and 1960's. It hits you the second you walk into the door. It feels like a time warp. Old jigsaw puzzles and Norman Rockwell prints line its wood-paneled walls, while patrons eat bacon/eggs with coffee from grandma's china. I shook my head for moment because I felt as if I had walked into an episode of Leave it to Beaver, complete in new Technicolor. haha Naturally we did not wait for a table to open in this traditional diner. No, you gotta take a stool along the "singles bar" as I like to call it. Sunny side up eggs and a steak for me, hash browns on the side. All was good as was the coffee. CASH ONLY so no credit cards, no TV, no wifi, no alcohol, no sea view, no frills. Just Americana. *** Wait, is that a Kennedy motorcade coming down Main St? *** read more

Cozy place. Great food. Vintage diner. The old style plates make you feel like you are in grandmas house lol read more

Wendy's Place - Diners Near Me - El Segundo, California

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GREAT FOOD!! I had the corned beef hash with sunny side up eggs and hash browns with a side of hollandaise on my food!? Totally delicious!! Will be back!! read more

Worst eggs Benedict I've ever had in my life. Customer service was great. But when you order eggs Benedict you're expecting hollandaise sauce not a bowl of nacho cheese completely smothering the entire meal couldn't even taste the English muffin egg or ham because it was 90% cheese sauce there was so much sauce on mine I couldn't even see the food underneath I should have ordered the sauce on the side because they put way too much and ruined the entire meal read more

I've been wanting to try this place for years! Yesterday finally was my lucky day. I always wondered why so many people was waiting outside and finally had the answer.... Wendy's Place is a small restaurant but very cozy, staff is unbelievable friendly, they make you feel like family. I ordered egg whites Spanish omelette with a side of tomatoes which was so bomb and hot, and decaf coffee. Our waiter was so nice and sweet. They kept refilling our cups of coffee all the time while we were at the restaurant. I had to say no more! I was too high in caffeine. You can park on the street or at the parking structure. My only gripe was the fact we were given the booth at the end. It was half of a semi circular booth! We were three people, and I was in the middle in between my two nephews so I couldn't move much, every time I crossed my legs, I ended up hitting them! read more

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You know those classic style diners with the counters and coffee pots being poured one after another relentlessly. This is one of those places - friendly customer service included. Parking can be found on the street, but there's a parking structure nearby. The first floor is for the 99 cent only store, but I believe the rest of it is public. I came on a Friday morning around 8:45 by myself and was seated immediately, but mostly because there just happened to be a spot at the counter. The menu is as to be expected with a variety of eggs, sandwiches, pancakes, and potatoes every which way. I got the chicken fried steak after hearing good things about it and after trying it, I can see why. Perfectly seasoned, moist with gravy, and pleasantly tender. The accompanying eggs, toast, and hash browns were all classics. The hash browns can have peppers and onions too if desired! Nice little place to stop by and get breakfast if it's not too busy, and all for a good price. read more

Wendy's Place - Chicken fried steak - Diners Near Me - El Segundo, California

Quaint little restaurant. The oatmeal is wonderful. So is the chicken fried steak. Friendly service. It's a place where the locals eat. The fish and chips on Fridays is the best read more

The food is ok, I am giving this place five stats for the friendly service. The ambience is like being in a 1950's diner. It's quaint.

I love this place and I'm nervous giving it such a good review as I've been noticing how much more packed it is getting over the years. The quality of breakfast is the best in the city that We've tried so far. At this price you can't beat it. Family owned business for many years and you can taste it in the food. Back in the day there was a place in Play De Rey called JT's originally in Westchester. The food at Wendy's Place reminds me of it. Thee best comfort breakfast ever. The interior is so old but so cozy. I wouldn't change a thing about this place other than I wish it was bigger to get in quicker. I hope it never goes anywhere. read more

Wendy's Place - What pancake? - Diners Near Me - El Segundo, California