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    Zenaida's Cafe

    4.8 (72 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Outside seating

    This place is a vibe! The food was tasty (torta de milanesa) & the ambiance is so peaceful. Plants surround the seating area & there's a couple of water features that create a lovely atmosphere. Service was amazing, looking forward to checking it out again!

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    Chana B.

    hidden in city terrace, cute lil spot. I tried the breakfast egg and ham torta, and it was fantastic -- perfectly balanced flavors, fresh bread, and a nice kick from the salsa. Free wifi, prepared fresh to order, i enjoyed my breakfast sandwich

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    Tanya V.

    The plants are what got me here the food, service, plants, agua fresca, and good vibes are what's going to bring me back. I found this place on yelp and wanted to check it out . It's not easy to find a nice place to eat outside around here and this little cafe has made this little corner inviting and relaxing to sit and enjoy your lunch. I had the chicken pita it was good and really big it came with sliced oranges with Tajín, the perfect side. I had the pineapple agua fresca it was very refreshing. The lady that helped me was so friendly and helpful. I will definitely come back and recommend it if you're in the area.

    Everything bagel (toasted with cream cheese)
    Jess B.

    I ordered a toasted everything bagel with cream cheese. I got my food quickly and the people working were friendly. The bagel was pretty standard. It tasted very similar to a lot of other "everything" bagels I've had. The same goes for the cream cheese. The price is very reasonable and slightly cheaper than other options. I'd go again if I didn't want anything fancy or different.

    Agua fresca de sandía and tres en uno jugo

    The food is so good and the ambience is beautiful. You're basically having lunch in a beautiful garden, tucked away in Boyle Heights! Plus, the service is great, they make you feel at home. And the salsa is amazing!!!

    Green juice, almond croissant and tropical milk smoothie.
    Christine L.

    Absolutely cute cafe here in city terrace. My green juice drink was exactly what I wanted in a green juice. Hubby got a tropical milk smoothie (effects of Hawaii lol) and an almond croissant. Everything was really good. Outside seating is really lovely with light jazz playing.

    Vivian L.

    Awesome little cafe that's locally owned. Their tuna torta was excellent. I could tell they freshly mixed the tuna and the assembly was neat, veggies super fresh ($11). The toasted bread was so light and delicious. Got a watermelon agua Fresca and they freshly made it too. So good and worth the $5. It's a cute homey space with a ton of hummingbirds flying around the feeder, butterflies, and plants outside. Love it and definitely will be back!

    Zenaida's outdoor patio.
    Eloisa B.

    I forgot to update about the ginger ale -it was delicious. And it was a warm weekend so it was perfect. If she still stocks it, def a good drink with her sandwiches on a warm day.

    Michael S.

    The best small family own business I have been too. The food is amazing and very healthy highly recommend this place of your around and want to relax surrounded by plants. the environment and energy is very homey simply love it. Will surely be coming back

    Soychorizo with Jalapeños & Avocado (the filling of a torta!)
    Catrice H.

    Zenaida's Cafe in East LA is an oasis in the heart of the city. The food is fresh and delicious, and the peaceful vibes make it the perfect escape from everyday life. The patio offers a welcoming, relaxing space where you can unwind and savor every bite. What really sets this place apart, though, is the owner--she's sweet, personable, and gives amazing service that makes you feel right at home. If you're looking for a place to enjoy an early breakfast or an afternoon smoothie, make time to stop by on your next day off--your taste buds will thank you!

    Chorizo & Egg Torta and coffee

    Todo está delicioso!! El servicio de Isabel es muy bueno y amable, aunque aveces está ella sola atendiendo su negocio no tarda mucho en prepararte tu comida. El ambiente esta bonito y muy tranquilo, lo recomiendo al cien por ciento !!

    Orange w/Tajin included with breakfast sandwich
    Zuly S.

    I grabbed a ham and egg sandwich and it tasted like your moms cooking (I would have added picture of the sandwich but it smelled so tasty that I ate it before taking a pic). Dulce was so super sweet! She packed me the sandwich with a side of oranges w/tajin and a brownie. Definitely check out this place and support your local mom and pop shop. Parking: limited

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    One of the best tortas & fresh juices I've had.. hands down! Will be back over and over again

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    Fresh ingredients in my sandwich. Made right in front of me and was delicious. I would recommend this location.

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    Zenaidas is a place for food as if you made it at home- simple and really that is that.

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    I want to thank Henry for reaching out to me after reading about our experience. Nothing says…read morecustomer service like going out of your way to make it right for your customers and Henry did just that. We went back today and the food was delicious. This time my husband got the Granada which was recommended to us by Henry and I got my usual Legendary. Both sandwiches were packed with meat/ chicken and on top of that they both came out hot and ready to devour. The bread was succulent and a good amount of mayo and ketchup was added. All in all this is the experience we had been wanting to have and I'm so glad we went back. Thank you to Henry, again, for going out of his way to make us feel welcomed and well attended. He was happy to have us back and we felt very appreciated as customers. Can't wait to come back and try other sandwiches!

    I've been to Monty's twice now. First time was a great experience. I believe the owner was there…read moreand he seemed very passionate about the menu and ingredients they used. However, I went for a second time yesterday and was deeply disappointed. The owner wasn't there and instead a younger girl took my order and prepared the food. Everything seemed well and fine until I got home, opened my patty melt and found not 1 but 2 long hairs in my sandwich! They were clearly her hairs since she was the only one who handled my food. I went back and returned everything. I didn't see a hair in my other sandwich but couldn't even eat it without thinking what could be in each bite. The same girl was there when I returned and a young guy. I spoke with the guy and he gave me a refund right away and apologized. The girl who had made my food was maybe 5 feet away and couldn't even turn around to look at me or apologize. Very disappointing since the owner seemed like a nice guy who probably works extremely hard to build and maintain his business, only to have it ruined by some employee who couldn't even care enough to take 5 sec to put on a hair net. Shame on her.

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    The Heights Deli & Bottle Shop

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    I've been to The Heights Deli a few times for sandwiches and beer before Dodgers games, and every…read morevisit is a win! This time, I stopped in for an early dinner. I was planning to stick with my usual sandwiches, but the delicious aroma of freshly baking pizza totally pulled me in. While waiting, we browsed the impressive selection of beers in their fridges; everything is neatly labeled with a wide range of craft, limited edition, sours, ales, hefs, and IPAs. We couldn't resist creating a 4-pack to take home. Love the cool wine cellar vibes The Heights has but for beer and yummy grub. For dinner, we ordered a pepperoni and mushroom pizza (cooked well done, my go to). Waiting for our order, I was this close to putting together another beer 4-pack, but I managed to resist! Our food came out quick, and we headed home (as fast as legally allowed ). The pizza was huge, flavorful, and super satisfying--even if it could've used a tiny bit more time in the oven for that extra "well-done" crisp. Regardless, we left stuffed and happy. Service was great, and I got a kick out of the restroom key attached to a small frying pan--no way anyone's losing that! I usually get lucky with street parking right out front. Make sure to heck the street signs and meters. Always a fun and tasty experience. The Heights Deli is a must before or after the game, or anytime you're in the area!

    I placed my pickup order through Yelp, and the process was incredibly easy. I ordered the pesto…read morechicken pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, and it was honestly one of the best pasta dishes I've had in a long time. It came with a perfectly toasted garlic roll that complemented the meal so well. My friend ordered the Heights Sandwich and absolutely loved it. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. I would definitely recommend ordering ahead for pickup. There's also a parking lot behind the deli, which makes picking up your order quick and convenient. I'll definitely be back!

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    4.5
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    While there are a wide variety of different cuisines in the San Gabriel Valley, surprisingly, a…read morephilly cheese steak can be difficult to come by. Having grown up in the Midwest, I used to eat them often, but I have not had a cheesesteak since moving to LA. I decided to give this place a try. There was a small change of plans, with my wife wanting to also try other nearby food trucks. Instead of ordering a philly cheesesteak, I ended up ordering the Big Boy fries, which are fries topped with chili, beef, and pastrami. I realized they had philly cheesesteak fries after I ordered those, and in hindsight I wish I had gotten the philly cheesesteak fries. The Big Boy fries were still amazing though. Essentially, they are a lot like The Hat's pastrami chili cheese fries - chili, pastrami, and then the additional beef you would see in a philly cheese steak. Still pretty good, but did not satisfy my craving for philly cheese steak. I will have to come again to try their sandwich in the future.

    The spot for a delicious Philly cheese steak sandwich. I recommend the big boy special because it…read morehas 3 different meats on it which give it a unique flavor. The animal fries were also really good and the onion gave them a tasty flavor. Pros -Delicious food -Friendly service -Quick service -A lot of variety for sandwiches and fries Cons -No tables to eat at

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    4.0
    (7.8k reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    116 years in business
    Casual dining

    Iconic historic landmark in LA! We visited right before a Dodger game and LOVED the food! Service…read moreappears long upon arrival yet went quickly and definitely worth the wait! Ambiance is casual yet energetic. Parking was easy. Noticed this restaurant is only about a mile away from Dodger Stadium and a number of people park on the streets nearby (not on the property) and walk to the game - good to know for next time! Highly recommend this restaurant - especially before a Dodger game!

    Los Angeles RoadTrip Episode 9 "Rollin' down the Imperial…read moreHighway.. With a gorgeous blonde at my side.. Santa Ana winds blowin' hot from the north.. And we were born to ride.. Roll down the window, put down the top.. Crank up the Beach Boys, baby Don't let the music stop..:) We settled in to "Philippe" for late Lunch.. The Lass ate a "Lamb Dip" Hand-carved New Zealand Spring Leg of Lamb served on a lightly textured French Roll and dipped in the natural gravy of the roasts. Double Dipped, juicy delish through out. Washed down with a glass of Malbec. The Lad ate a "Beef Dip" USDA Prime Roast Beef served on a lightly textured French Roll and dipped in the natural gravy of the roasts. Served "Wet" with just the Bun wet and the Beef, though delicious, was dry mostly?!? Washed down with a very good glass of Allagash Beer. Philippe was a fun classic stop. "Century Boulevard, We love it.:) Victory Boulevard, We love it.. Santa Monica Boulevard, We love it.. Sixth Street, We love it, we love it.. We love L.A..:) Best, Avram Dodgertown Jr.

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    4.2
    (182 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    Had a chance to dine at The Rising Sun. The setup is simple. You find a seat, order through a QR…read morecode, and pick up your food at the window when it's ready. There is a small seating area, and the seats weren't particularly comfortable, but the space seems intended more for a quick stop rather than a long sit-down meal. I ordered the beignet, breakfast po'boy sandwich, and chicken and waffles. - The beignet tasted good, but the portion was quite small. - The egg in the breakfast po'boy was burnt, which affected the overall flavor. - The chicken and waffles tasted like frozen food that had been reheated rather than freshly made. On the positive side, the service was very kind and friendly. However, overall the food was disappointing.

    Mandatory 15% service fee added to bill. I asked why and was told the owner adds it to give…read moreservice staff a livable wage. Came for Valentine's day lunch. outdoor seating only and next to parking lot; smell of cars ugh; seat ourselves, order via QR code, pick up your own food, check on food and drinks about 5 times because we were not told when it would be ready; got half our order and told the rest wasn't ready and they would bring it to us; never happened so went back to get our Caesar salad and tater tots and they were clueless about my order; waited and was handed a salad the size of my palm hand-disappointing; the vibe of staff was poor, unfriendly and seemed annoyed more than anything. we cleaned our own table and agreed vibe no n food good enough. Food: tater tots, chicken and waffles, breakfast poor boy, Cesar salad, lattes, beignets. won't return. lesson learned: walk away for forced mandatory service fee. owner just raise prices of food instead.

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