Found this gem on Instagram. How have I lived in the South Bay and rarely explored downtown El…read moreSegundo? This is a mom and pop shop. Cash only. I sat at the booth and ordered the top sirloin (medium rare) and eggs with sides of sliced tomato and toast. All that with coffee for $22.20?! The china was beautiful. Charming even. They were super busy so service wasn't anything over the top. I appreciated the check-ins though. It's a cute spot for a morning date or for a single gal filling her cup for the weekend.

I was visiting from Texas and wanted to try a local diner, so I checked the reviews and decided to…read morestop in. It looked promising. There was a seat available right away, and I sat down immediately. Unfortunately, that's where the good part ended. The waitress walked past me at least 15-20 times without acknowledging me -- no greeting, no offer of coffee, nothing. I was completely ignored. The busboy ended up being the one who took my order. I ordered chicken fried steak with eggs over medium and wheat toast. What I received was chicken fried steak, scrambled eggs, and white toast. The gravy on the chicken fried steak was very thin and almost transparent -- definitely not the hearty country gravy you'd expect. To be fair, the coffee was decent, and even though I didn't order them, the scrambled eggs were soft and cooked well. But getting the order wrong and feeling overlooked the entire time overshadowed any positives. The waitress seemed far more focused on regular customers and had a very cold demeanor toward anyone new. I understand taking care of regulars, but basic courtesy and attention should apply to everyone. Overall, a disappointing experience. I won't be returning.

Well, it's been quite a while since we dined here and, after tonight, we are wondering why we…read moredidn't come back sooner. The last time we were here, it was during a busy lunch and both the service and the food were below par. But tonight, it wasn't as busy and our server, Geovani, was excellent. First, we were quickly greeted and asked to select our table (since they were not that busy). Since there was only two of us, we picked a table for two. But, after we decided that we would split an appetizer and an entree, the table for two became way to small way too quickly. Geovani jumped right on this, suggesting we move to a larger table. He helped us move everything over and, voila, we were able to stretch out and relax and enjoy our meal. We started with the pear and blue cheese salad and, wow, we could have just ordered this, split it, and we would have been full. Very flavorful, generous portion that is definitely big enough to share. We also ordered the Sausage & Leek Fettuccine and I was definitely not thinking. Totally forgetting that leeks are part of the onion family (and I have a sensativity to onions). Once the dish arrive, I immediately noticed the similarity and was slowly trying to pick them away from my portion. Once again, Geovani came to our rescue. He asked how everything was and I told him I made a mistake (noted above). He quickly volunteered to have the kitchen make it again without the leeks. I asked, "Are you sure?", and he immediately said yes and removed the dish. Very shortly after, he returned with the "onion sterile" dish and it was wonderful. Both of us were so full you could have rolled us out the door. Good thing the parking garage is so close so we could just hop in our car and go home. Time to loosen the belt! ;) In a week where we have had some personal issues, it was so nice to be treated so well and received such a great tasting meal. Hope you get the time to stop in and I hope you get Giovani to answer all your questions and issues. Enjoy!!!

Delicious food great customer service shout out to Giovanni our waiter…read more We felt welcomed., very respectful and friendly service Great ambiance nice cozy atmosphere

For some reason it says they are closed but they are open 7 days a week, look on the kettle website…read morefor the correct information... it has amazing food and service is outstanding.

Food was great, live the mustard sauce! Also appreciate the hours for this location was able to…read morewind down with friends after a night out. Our server Taylor was an absolute gem! We felt very taken care off with food and customer service. Too bad he'd be moving but just wanted to share my experience w him as our server. Was absolutely fantastic and friendly! Will def be back at kettle

One of the best breakfast's to be found in El Segundo! Love…read morethe eggs Benedict! Very family friendly!

If the server wasn't training another person, I probably wouldn't be writing this review. However,…read morewhen training another, I believe it is extremely important to set the expectation. Service: When you have to ask for a second cup of coffee, that's a miss. Food: The sausage patties and toast were both burned. Not completely inedible, but if you teach your underling that shortcuts are the norm, it's only downhill from here. Ambiance: The restaurant was fairly full, some table tops were empty with plenty of servers. If the cafe was bustling I could forgive some of this. I will be going back, because Good Stuff is good stuff. It's consistent and reliable. However, I suggest when training your employees, set the bar high. The higher, the better.

I heard about Pann's Restaurant from a You Tube video I saw with Charles Phoenix. To visit Pann's…read moreis like stepping back in time. Take the time to admire the architecture, inside and out, to truly capture the experience. The staff here is warm and welcoming and we were given a booth to the side where we can see everyone coming and going. It is obvious that the customers return to Pann's for more than just the food. The come for the experience. We ordered mimosas, salmon croquettes, chicken fried steak, omelettes, and biscuits. Everything in our order was first rate. I really became full on the nostalgia down to the vintage clock and tiles on the wall. To me, almost everyone dining here looked like a film star. Perhaps it was because they were made to feel special and they glowed. Enjoy your visit!

This is one of the best breakfast and brunch spots in the city. Like the chicken is amazing, as…read morewell as the waffles. The waffles has this butterscotch type of flavor. I mean yum yum, no cap. The chicken was juicy and succulent. A must try. Moving along with the service. The ambiance is great. Every time I go I always have a good experience. One time I meet the owner and he was very down to earth and cool. Overall I approve this joint. If you're in the city you have to stop by and get some of this good food.

Great service and good food. Very friendly staff. Great vibe…read more Old school type diner.

Came here this morning and kept it simple with a basic sausage, egg, and potato breakfast. I must…read morehave been the second person in the Serving Spoon this morning. My server was the veteran Josh, (previously pictured as a CSA), or customer service all star. His service was great as usual, and always has a little gift of gab to accommodate the breakfast. All in all another solid experience.

One of the best breakfast options in Manhattan Beach, and one of my favorites in South Bay in…read moregeneral. It's in between a traditional breakfast restaurant and a diner, and some things I love about it are it has friendly and quick service, a giant menu, and great food. Inside is pretty large so it can host many different sized groups, and has booth and table seating. Parking in the area can be a bit tricky, we found a metered street spot a block away, but you may have to circle a few times before finding a spot. For this visit, I chose the Crab & Avocado Benedict because those are two of my two favorite things combined, so it was a no-brainer to order. The crab was very tasty and the hollandaise was made perfectly and overall it was a great dish. I also ordered a side of fruit and they really did not skimp on the fruit quality, they gave me banana, watermelon, grapes, and didn't just throw the melon and cantaloupe at me. Overall, a great breakfast option and I plan to be back many times in the future.

If you're looking for classic, old school diner charm paired with homestyle meals, The Local Yolk…read moreis the place to go! Our omelette and scramble meals felt like they were made in grandma's kitchen, and their banana pancakes were out of this world and REALLY hit the spot. Their coffee is also delicious for all you caffeine cravers like me! What truly makes The Local Yolk shine, though, is the service. Alex F. went above and beyond to make sure our experience was nothing short of perfect. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely warm, Alex made us feel like regulars even on our first visit. It's rare to find that level of care and hospitality these days. If you're craving a comforting breakfast or lunch that tastes like home, with service that makes you feel like family, please skip the hipster or touristy spots in MB and stop in for some great eats at The Local Yolk! You'll be glad you did.

It's not very crowded every time I go but that's why I think this place is a hidden gem!…read more I've been a couple of times and Angelica and Samantha both gave exceptional service. Thank you again, ladies! Food is delicious and drinks definitely got my attention. The atmosphere is nice.....yup, I'll be back for sure.

We've been going to this place for over 10 years and I must tell you the quality of the food AND…read moreservice is exemplary. At most places when you make a reservation good luck in getting a table on time or where you requested to be seated. This place will actually put a reserved placard on your table before you arrive. It's amazing . . . . . really. Our favorite server is Estrella and she sets the bar high for both the food and service. She always goes out of her way to make sure you are satisfied. There is a long time manager there named Taryn who you will always see greeting regulars like they are family and checking on all the tables to make sure you have everything you need/want. It's places like this who are still in business long after the run-of-the-mill restaurants have folded because they are consistent in their quality and service and because they FREAKING ACTUALLY CARE! You might pay a little more for them being an "upscale" coffee shop but there's no price you can put on the love and quality and just plain delicious food consistently served EVERY TIME YOU GO!

Came into Mandy's for the first time ever and was really looking forward to it. Keep in mind the…read morehours of operation are a little on the tight side, and they are closed on Wednesdays. My guest and I played it safe and went with bacon and eggs ordered with different levels of variation. We both agreed that the food was solid, and pretty much on point especially if you like your bacon and eggs and the added sides traditional. Our server was an obvious OG who has worked here for a long time and probably seen it all over the years. In other words, he's been there and done that. I have a special place in my heart for establishments and their long-time servers, so I'm not going to be too critical here-but the old lad did rush things initially. His service and overall demeanor picked up with time and over the course of the meal, so again nothing too bad. And whilel he certainly didn't provide CSA level service, he wasn't rude or either. In short, will be back.

Got the 2 Eggs & 4 Strips of Bacon (1/2 Bacon and 1/2 Sausage) ($10.65) and a cup of coffee. Very…read moregood breakfast. Good quality ingredients. Everything was cooked well. The coffee was a medium roast. Service was very prompt. Dining is available at the counter, booths and tables. Decent sized parking lot.

Food is very good and cooked with passion very worth it. Service is also great anything that is…read moreneeded will be brought instantly.

Outstanding Experience! We've been to Oceans Cafe and Grill…read moreabout four times now, and our last visit was by far the best! As soon as we walked up, Chef Derrick greeted us with a playful prank, telling us the restaurant was closed--and from that moment, we knew we were in for something special. I ordered "The Cure" sandwich and... OMG! The crunchiness of the bacon, the perfect balance of flavors--hands down the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. Chef Derrick even brought out his homemade jam and his signature beignets, which were absolute perfection. We've had other great items from the menu, as well. Chicken and waffle, pancake, etc...everything tasty. Just as every other review says, the ambiance, ocean view, outstanding customer service, and top-notch food quality keep us coming back--no matter the beach parking fee or the simple patio décor. Oceans Café and Grill is truly a hidden gem by the sea!