6 stars if I could. Ambience was good, food was great, and customer service was on point. Restaurant is tucked away and doesn't really have a storefront. So it was a bit tricky to get to at first. But it was certainly worth it. I would certainly come back as they are priced nicely. Definitely recommend. read more

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We had such a wonderful experience at Denae's Diner in Los Angeles! I came here with my family and truly enjoyed our time from beginning to end. The location is beautiful, and I loved that the diner is located on the bottom floor of the hotel, with so many amenities and other things to explore throughout the property. The diner itself was nice and clean, with an amazing atmosphere that made our visit feel extra special. The food was delicious, and our server, Jose, was wonderful! He provided great service and made us feel welcomed and well taken care of. Overall, this was such a cherished and memorable experience with my family. I'm so glad we decided to visit, and I'll definitely be coming back again. There's still so much more to explore, and I'm looking forward to my next visit! read more

Denae’s Diner - A beautiful view, amazing atmosphere, and a memorable dining experience. - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

DINE LA REVIEW: JUST OK MEAL A 3 course lunch for $25 is a great deal but the food was just okay. Parking is pricey $20 so that deducts a star. Service was slow and not so friendly- deduct another star. If you have a tight lunch break avoid Denae's. I cancelled my soup and grilled cheese because of this and they were giving me attitude. For DineLA I got the Caesar salad, turkey club and crispy fries and a blueberry cheese pie. Everything tasted great, especially the blueberry pie! Do NOT get the banana pudding it was gross super watery. We parked at the library next door and paid $5 with validation (you need a library card but they don't always check). read more

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We came here for a work dinner. Three things that I loved about Denae's: 1) Staff was sooooooo friendly. We were a huge party (over 20 people) and they were patient with us. Helped us decide drinks, food. Captured pics for us. 2) Decor was beautiful. This is located at what used to be the Standard. The outside area. We sat outside with a long table. But there is a long mirror that extends that makes the outside area look so much bigger - so smart. The inside is the cool diner vibe. Love that vibe and would come back just to eat inside. 3) Food and drinks were stellar. Firstly, the menu had all of the classics, but with a spin. Similar for the drinks. Drinks were so much fun! The menu was so reasonably priced! So surprising for a place in DTLA for dinner! read more

I have been dying to try this place because it's so close to where I live, and I love diners. Stopped in yesterday for breakfast. The ambiance is very cute. This diner is inside the Delphi hotel. The decor has a traditional diner counter, booths, tables and outdoor seating. The staff is great. Our server treated us with a warm smile and was friendly and fantastic in every way. I ordered the Hello L.A., a side of toast, a glass of orange juice and a coffee. My husband got the La Brea and an orange juice. I really enjoyed my food. It was delicious, cooked perfectly and presented nicely. The coffee is actually served in a French press, which is a nice touch. My husband enjoyed his food too, though he noted his potatoes were slightly on the greasy side. Breakfast was about $80 for both of us, which I think was overpriced given the portions and greasiness of the potatoes. That being said, I look forward to trying their lunch items, and am happy they are so close and open so early in the morning. read more

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A cute diner inside the Delphi hotel. I came here on a weekday morning to grab a quick breakfast. The hostess was really sweet! The place was not crowded. I ordered the Denae's bash with eggs, potatoes, sourdough, and grilled avocado, which is $18. The service was fast. The price is fair for downtown LA. The toast and potatoes were greasy. The eggs and avocado were well done though. Overall a decent experience. May dine again if I am staying at the hotel. read more

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Went to Denae's for the first time, to celebrate a friend's birthday. We had a large group - 8, I think - and our server did a good job. Everyone really liked their food choices. I had the La Brea, which is like a brisket hash. It was really good! Breakfast is served all day and the coffee was good. Like many places downtown LA, the area is a little sketchy. I parked at a street meter and had to wait for a homeless person who seemed to hallucinating, to move away from my car before I got out. I'm a small woman and didn't feel safe to get out until he was gone. Then our friend who had parked in the underground garage of the building where Denae's is, had her car hatch back window smashed out and a bag stolen. Nothing valuable inside but horrible to have your car vandalized like that. So, just a heads up on the location. read more

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We went there for Breakfast on a Saturday. It wasn't very crowded, the food was good and the service excellent.

This diner is located in the Delphi hotel in dtla. I was looking for a quick breakfast and decided on coming here. Valet is $15 and convenient so I paid it! The diner is super cute and classy. I was excited to try their food because who doesn't love old school diner comfort food. I ordered the Denae's Slam which came with eggs, chicken sausage, a biscuit and I added 3 pancakes for $7. My girlfriend ordered the Griffith Biscuits and gravy which included a sunny side up egg and gravy topped over the biscuit. Everything I ate was bland and the sausage was overcooked and barely edible. The pancakes my goodness were similar to the ones you can warm up in the microwave except this batter had an overwhelming artificial lemon flavor in it. They were dense and lacked volume. My girlfriend tasted my meal and agreed! I definitely wouldn't come back but, maybe you'll like it. As far as service, it wasn't spectacular. Our server didn't check if we were enjoying our meal and overall was a bit slow. The ambiance is too aesthetically appealing for the food to be sooooo mid. I wish I was wrong. I still recommend coming for the experience but, don't be surprised when the food was just okay. read more

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We're in town for the weekend and was craving an American style breakfast. We came across Denae's diner which was a 5 min walk from our hotel. The vibe once you walk in is very bright, lots of colors and has a Latin influence. We ordered the Denae's Slam, La Brea, Oatmeal and the stack of pancakes. I ordered the La Brea, unfortunately I asked for my eggs over easy and they came out poached which is a down side. The overall brisket was good and crispy on the outside. The hashbrowns that came with it were lukewarm and not crispy like how I asked. Overall 2/5 stars. But the rest of the dishes such as the Denae's slam and pancakes were good. I would come back but I need the service to be better and more focused on the details of what the customer is ordering, read more

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This review is long overdue. Denae's Diner stole my heart from the moment I walked in. We stopped to eat at around 11PM. The place feels like a stylish time capsule; mid-century modern meets upscale retro. From the marble dining tables to the living plant wall and the mid-century modern light fixtures, this place has incredible ambience. I appreciate that the owner and designer put so much thought and care into the furniture and aesthetic choices. We were greeted by a chipper, sweet waitress who didn't bat an eye at our late-night arrival, just an hour before closing. Her cheerful demeanor made us feel more like welcomed guests than a last-minute inconvenience, and that energy set the tone for the entire experience. We ordered a black coffee, a hot mocha, Eloy's Chilaquiles, the Black Dahlia, and a slice of Blueberry Cheese Pie. Every dish that landed on our table was flavorful, and deeply satisfying. If I could've ordered more, I would have. The entire menu was tempting. The vibe was only enhanced by the incredible playlist humming through the space. Cheers to whoever put it together. It was the perfect soundtrack for our meal and for the vibe of the restaurant. Denae's Diner left such an impression that even months later, I'm still thinking about it. Chic, attention to detail, and absolutely delicious. Denae's is the place is the late-night gem you hope to stumble upon, but so good for any time of the day. I am looking forward to going back each time I visit L.A. read more

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This is the best hotel/bar/restaurant for your value! Bang for your buck, the vibe and interior design will catch your eyes and elevate your experience. The service was quick, extremely friendly and attentive, and did not shy away from providing excellent menu or itinerary recommendations. We had brunch, dinner, and diner/bar top service for the three days we stayed at the Delphi and visited Denae's each day. Our bartender Jacqui is a stand out! We appreciate her for making great conversations and even better drinks. The prices are fair for DTLA and the drinks were tasty. See the photos for the interior and drinks! read more

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Denae's Diner is the restaurant located inside of the Delphi Hotel, so when my parents stayed there while visiting us, a spot they wanted to grab some breakfast. We came here on two separate occasions and decided to sit outside. The place itself is pretty nice, offering booths inside and some nice tables on the outside. I had dinner here sometime last year and truly don't remember the experience, and since the rooftop bar opened up I don't even think this place does dinner anymore, so let's focus on breakfast. The menu has all the breakfast classics from omelettes and eggs to bacon and sausage. I settled on ordering the biscuits and gravy with some scrambled eggs on the top of it. The food came out in a semi-quick amount of time and it was as "fine" as something possibly could have been. The eggs were scrambled well, while the biscuits and gravy had some really okay flavour and not something I need again, but it wasn't bad at all. Overall, Denae's Diner was a solid place to grab some breakfast and thanks to it's extremely convenient location, one I'll probably have again in the future. The best part of this place has been the staff on each visit, always super friendly and helpful. I definitely plan on coming back for some lunch and seeing what the rest of the menu has to offer. read more

Denae’s Diner - Biscuits and Gravy. - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Highly recommend for the incredibly affordable mimosas ($7). The food was typical American breakfast food. The bacon is not standard bacon strips, it's like ham slices instead. The aesthetic mimics an old school diner inside of a luxurious hotel. Service was smooth. She checked on us enough, without being overbearing. read more

Dined in on 2/20/25 around 9:26 PM. This review is only for the banana pudding - I thought it was very watery and thick. It resembled more of a banana milkshake with banana bread on the bottom. With that being said, I thought the banana flavor was definitely present, there were a few bits of a banana in it, and the presentation of the pudding was quite pretty. The cold water was very tasty here. Service was phenomenal and quick, the staff were very nice. On Thursday nights there is jazz in the lobby so it can get quite loud upon entering and going to the bathroom. Bathrooms were clean and snazzy, street and metered parking is always a miss in this area so a nearby parking lot is probably your best option. read more

Denae’s Diner - Banana pudding - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cute diner located in the Delphi hotel in downtown LA. Very friendly and attentive staff and good easy diner food. Also cheap mimosas that won't killer your wallet! Cute space with cheap mimosas definitely a place to come with friends. Also they have a cute outdoor eating area. read more

Denae’s Diner - Bagel and lox with affordable mimosas! - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Went to celebrate Mother's Day. Cute little spot. Service was great. Food was good. The pancakes were the best thing on the menu.

Excellent breakfast/brunch selection and variety, pleasant, polite and efficient staff and inside/outside seating (patio)

I almost want to tell no one about this place, but I'm always blown away so here it goes. Denae's is found on the first floor of what used to be the standard hotel. From the groovy tunes to the insanely good cereal killer aperol drink, this place is truly a hidden gem that you'll have to see and experience for yourself. They also have an amazing steak frites that serves better than about half of the restaurants in LA with it on their menu. I would absolutely recommend everything here, so check it out! read more

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So this spot is tucked away in the Delphi Hotel in Downtown LA. Cute little hotel in the middle of downtown. So right away when you think of Downtown you think of the impossible parking. Luckily, the LA library is next door and they have a conveniently priced lot. Saturday and Sunday it's capped at $8 so definitely recommend that. Delphi Hotel was nicely decorated. Very chic. They had a huge Christmas tree and throne like chair. There was also a small Christmas Market hut. We went to the hostess and were seated immediately. Now I made a reservation for 12pm and it was not packed. The interior was brightly decorated with lights and Christmas decor. Each seat was wrapped with Santa hats. Outside the umbrellas had stocking hanging from them. Decorations were definitely on point. I ordered the Christmasaurus drink and a cobb salad. Both were delicious. I also had the blueberry cheese pie. Now my only grievance was that there were no holiday dishes. minor detail but just note. Also you can purchase the mugs after so that's a great little gift to take home. Overall, pleasant time. read more

Such a cute little diner inside the Delphi hotel. Went for breakfast and the food was nothing crazy. Staff was friendly and their patio looks really nice on a warm day too read more

While exploring downtown LA, we decided to give Denae's Diner a try -- but unfortunately, it didn't quite hit the mark. Parking? A Headache! There's no on-site parking -- it's valet only, and they don't validate, which means you're stuck paying $15+ just to park. Definitely not budget-friendly! The Food? Meh. After waiting a few minutes, we got seated. The menu had potential, but sadly, the dishes we tried were just average at best. Nothing that made us go "wow" or feel like it was worth the price. Not Worth the Splurge Between the parking fee, the underwhelming food, and the extra charges, this stop just didn't feel worth it. We won't be returning -- there are way better spots in DTLA with good vibes and better value. read more

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This spot is in the heart of DTLA yet is so well hidden that you'd never expect to find it. It's located in the lobby of the Delphi Hotel. They have spectacular breakfast/brunch food. I ordered the Wilshire BEC. This is a well done croissant sandwich with eggs, cheese, bacon and tater tots in it. The sandwich is well compacted and very clean. The croissant does not crumbel or get messy. The bacon, eggs, tater tots are soft and cooked just perfectly. Servers are kind and the place has a nice patio which is hidden from the view of the streets of dtla. The prices are very reasonable as well. read more

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Denae's Diner is located inside the Delphi Hotel. There is underground self parking or a valet lot adjacent to the hotel. The diner offers a great patio. The indoor dining room is sizable but better suited for smaller parties. They offer a good range of dishes for breakfast/lunch, and call out allergens on the menu. The creamed corn was very tasty, and others enjoyed the loaded fries as appetizers. I had the La Brea plate, which was very tasty and filling. Service was prompt and friendly. I was impressed that the food came out quickly despite our large party of 18 people. read more

I loved my Hello LA bowl (quina, sweet potato, avocado, tomatoes and arugula). Cute atmosphere. read more

Denae’s Diner - Hello LA. It was so good. - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Was staying at the hotel, so I popped in for a quick bite before heading off to a conference. The place is old school diner themed which is a cool vibe. While the restaurant wasn't too crowded they seemingly had one server who was stretched thin-covering tables inside and outside. They ended up having to ask the hostess to begin serving tables, while the managers were helping to clean table. YIKES! I ordered the Spicy Chicken Sandwich. The sandwich was made with dark meat and oddly thin which I wasn't expecting. The batter on the chicken was quite flavorless. Actually, come to think about it, despite the many components of the sandwich nothing was standout and not that good of a bite. Best part of the meal was the fries. Upon hotel check in, I was told I would receive a credit for the restaurant on premise, but upon receiving the check then being asked if I was staying at the hotel-no discount. I was only asked if I wanted to charge it to the room. Nonetheless, I didn't dispute it, I decided to just pay and tip well over 20% because my waitress deserved it with the way she was being pulled in many directions. I hope this review is insightful. Cheers to a great time! read more

Denae’s Diner - Crispy Chicken Sandwich - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We went to Danae's diner for their cute little Christmas Miracle pop up. They had areas to sit in inside the and outside and inside the restaurant was very a very cute diner aesthetic with cute Christmas decorations everywhere. The service was great everyone was super nice. The cocktails we had for Xmas time were perfectly balanced and very tasty as well as the food, we had the fried chicken sandwich and turkey sandwich. We'd definitely check it out again if in the area. It's located inside a hotel in downtown so parking can be a little tricky but when we went we easily found a metered spot read more

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Was seated and no one came to say hello, let alone come wait on my table. When I got up to leave I approached the hostess to tell her she should have let the wait staff know I was there, all she could say was..."sorry" With a half smile.... read more

Really good menu choices. We wanted to try everything. Ambiance is the same as it was when it was The Standard. It's a diner, trendy place. Two people is about $60 plus tip, but the food is exceptional, service is friendly, and it is worth a try for your morning date while you're on a staycation. read more

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A really impressive and delicious diner! I go to a new diner every weekend and this has been one of the better ones I've tried in months. It's located on the ground floor in the lobby of the Delphi Hotel in DTLA. I love the design on the inside, it's in between retro and modern and has a chic look to it. It's a sort of place you'll want to stay a while, something in between a trendy coffee shop and an updated California diner. Our server was polite and all of our items came out fairly quickly. It took a bit to get our check but that's to be expected because there was only one server working this morning. They have valet parking for the hotel behind the building for $20 or you can do what I did which was find metered street parking a block away. The other option in between these two would be a parking garage for around $8 or $10. They are fairly new, but you would not know that from how well everything went today. I decided to start my meal with coffee and was delighted when they brought over a large and full French press, which has about three refills in it. For my meal, I chose one of the specials of the day which was the Eggs Benedict. The wilted spinach on the bottom was almost sweet and very good. It allowed me to soak up all the hollandaise. I also added chili and cheese to my hashbrowns, and would recommend to anyone else to do the same. They also added caviar on top for a great combination. For the end of the meal, we split a Banana Pudding and it was honestly really great. There were pieces of banana bread on the bottom, and it really tasted homemade versus some store-bought recipe. I would highly recommend ordering it. Overall, it's slightly more expensive than other places, but still not over the top, especially for a hotel breakfast. I was honestly very impressed and plan to be back in the near future. I would recommend to any fan of diners or anyone looking for a great breakfast spot downtown. read more

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Great food. Fun, bright atmosphere. Service during packed lunch hour wasn't overwhelming but acceptable. I would try it again for sure.

This place was so good we ate it for breakfast everyday! Located in The Delphi hotel, this diner was both aesthetically pleasing and delicious. Our servers both days were attentive and friendly. We dined both inside and outside and felt everything was great each time we sat to each. The ambiance gives a retro vibe with modern touches and felt cozy. My entrees included the La Brea- a short rib hash served with eggs your way- and the Wilshire Bacon Egg and Cheese. Both were great, but what was surprisingly best was their breakfast sausage. For cocktails I had the espresso slushy which was a perfect blend of coffee to frozen goodness. I will definitely dine here when back in the city! read more

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I could make this a VERY SHORT review and leave it at five stars with only saying I was three nights in LA and every night I was at Denae's diner. That would say enough about this place. But if I would do that I would leave out how great the service was each night. How friendly they have been one night and even let us in 15 min before closing. I would leave out that you have to know this location since it is inside a Hotel and you can not see it from outside. That is where YELP comes in again and again - it makes it so easy or even possible to find those spaces. All items have been reasonable prices and tasted delicious! See in the end it's not the shortest review I wrote - but I wanna tell you that I highly recommend you visit when in town! By the way, if you are asking what to get? Here is a hint I had the Chicken Sandwich two times in a row since it was hands down one of the best sandwiches I ever had! read more

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Visited on a Saturday early afternoon, just in time for the hip hop brunch with a live dj. We were sat right away and it wasn't busy. It's inside the Delphi hotel, and has really cute decor. Gingerbread old fashioned came with a little cookie and decorating tools! Also the cookie was fresh and crispy. The French toast was so flaky and buttery! It came with blueberries on top and regular syrup, which was fine but it's not blueberry sauce. The bacon was cooked to perfection. Great place to visit for great food, great decor, and a good vibe. read more

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It's a beautiful cafe in a hotel around the downtown LA area. Waitress and hostess were kind and attentive, but the food left a lot to be desired. First the bagel with the extra everything says on the menu what it includes which is salmon, radish, cherry tomatoes etc. never on the menu does it say that the tomatoes and radish would be on the side. Kind of disappointed because I like radish and tomato in the sandwich. My friend got the French toast and enjoyed it. The French press coffee was watery even after waiting 5-10 mins before pouring it. Overall food was just alright if you're staying at the hotel it'd be fine I guess, but most of its overpriced and not very memorable. Much better places to eat outside a couple blocks away read more

Denae’s Diner - These are home fries. We didn't know home fries were just roasted potatoes. - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Me and my husband stayed in the hotel and had breakfast at dene's Diner and OMG it was amazing . The pancakes with strawberry butter soooo good , Hazelnut cappuccino is a must try the best i had ever had . read more

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This new restaurant is a gem of a lunch spot for anyone who works in the area! It's a bit hidden and you have to enter through the hotel lobby. The space is very well-decorated with both nice indoor and outdoor seated. The menu has a large range of items, including breakfast all day and more items available after 11 am. It's very affordable compared to other restaurants nearby. I had the grilled cheese and tomato soup, which was $12 for a perfectly sized portion. The side of fries was also delicious and I would highly recommend. The service was super quick and they also have a $5 mimosa special! read more

Denae’s Diner - Grilled cheese and tomato soup, French fries - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

OK major vibes, it definitely gives diner vibes with a modern day twist which I love. I'm obsessed with the yellow interior, blue light and theater like billboard display that sits above the countertop. The restaurant is located inside the Delpi. As you walk in to the hotel it is to your right hand side. There's a host podium too, so not hard to miss. We arrived on a Sunday - the day if the tropical storm and there was about 2-3 parties there having breakfast. We were seating right away. My bf ordered the Hello LA and I ordered the stacked Pancakes, - these were so fluffy and delicious, served with a side of strawberry butter ( it doesn't come with anything just 3 stacked pancakes). I also ordered a side of hash brown, 2 eggs, and a side of bacon. They have $5 mimosas, so I ordered one too and it was bigger than most places. The services was flawless. I'm glad The Delphi is opening up new restaurants. Oh and forgot to mention BREAKFAST served ALL DAY!!!!!! 10/10!! I'll be back read more

Stopped in on a whim for a quick late night bite, walked away pleasantly surprised. Grilled cheese + tomato soup was spot on comfort food satisfaction. I used to frequent this spot under a different name while it was part of The Standard hotel. Happy to know that not only is the venue open for late night diner bite, but the quality and warmth of this spot is retained and refined. Friendly service with a smile, chill atmosphere dining. read more

Denae’s Diner - Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup - Diners Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We'd actually tried to eat here before they opened, so we had to try it once it finally did open. 1. The service is friendly, but sometimes they're all over the place. The manager is doing his best to train everyone and we did catch him nicely coach servers when he saw something. 2. The atmosphere is super cute, but we did notice that our booth already had a few tears on the seat. 3. The food was good and not as pricey as we were expecting in DTLA. That said, some items were definitely more worth it than others. - Steak and eggs, amazing. - Cobb salad (deconstructed), not what we were expecting. Tasty for sure, but also kinda light for what we paid. - Chicken and waffles, we were not impressed with the waffles, which were very dense and a bit dry. The chicken was good and we really enjoyed the hot honey and slaw. - Banana pudding, about what we expected. - Key lime pie, just ok. - Blueberry pie, so light and we scarfed that right down. read more

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