Best banh mi spot ever! The crispy pork was amazing, and the taste was unbeatable. Most definitely…read morecoming back here again.

This Banh Mi shop was recommended to me for their Crispy Pork Belly (Heo Quay) Banh Mi and it…read moreturned out to be a great recommendation! They have plenty of other sandwiches on the menu, but trust me, you must get the Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi. It was a satisfying meal and the pork belly was perfectly crispy and flavorful. The cardboard box packaging is a unique and the sauce and veggies are separately packaged to the side, so the sandwich doesn't get soggy. I didn't try the other sandwiches, but they didn't seem as noteworthy, so you definitely want to get the Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi. Another thing is that it can be quite heavy, so feel free to split it or save the other half for another meal.

Went to Vida Pura and got their breakfast burrito. It's been on my bucket list for a while, and…read moreneedless to say, it was definitely worth it. I'm glad I finally got around to trying it. I loved the avocado and hash brown combination, and the salsa that came with it paired really well, a little kick with it. The portion size was great and definitely filled me up. The service was fast, but seating is pretty limited since it's mainly outdoors. Parking can be a little rough because it's street parking only, and it was pretty full when I came on a Saturday morning. I would definitely come back. I also saw that they make coffee and matcha drinks, and they all looked really good, so I'd definitely come back to try that next time!

Vida Pura is a Latina-owned plant based cafe located in the heart of East LA. It was formerly a…read morevegan food truck and eventually became the current brick-and-mortar cafe. [Parking]: Free small public parking lot directly across from the shop. [Amenities]: This is a really small coffee shop with no indoor tables and only two small outdoor tables. No restroom is available. [Menu]: Yelp's top highlighted items are the Breakfast Burrito, Teddy Bear (double espresso, agave, housemade vanilla cold foam, Teddy Grahams), and Banana Nut. All drinks are made with oat milk. Please note that the kitchen closes at 1 PM on Monday - Tuesday and 2 PM on Wednesday- Sunday even though the cafe remains open for another 1 - 2 hours. Come early for anyone wanting to try kitchen items like breakfast burrito or breakfast sandwich. *** Banana nut (double espresso, house made vanilla cold foam, house made banana syrup - medium $7.50): It came with two banana chips. The cold foam was quite underrated and I could taste a hint of banana flavor. The drink wasn't as sweet as I had expected - I liked it. Breakfast burrito (Refried beans, soyrizo, tofu scramble, crispy hashbrowns and sliced avocado wrapped in a flour tortilla - $13.50): Portion wasn't huge, but it also wasn't small enough to finish in one sitting. It had one of the softest texture for breakfast burritos. The soyrizo was very flavorful. It also came with a side of salsa - quite spicy but flavorful at the same time. *** I probably still prefer meat-based breakfast burritos, but their soyrizo breakfast burrito is quite good and the coffee drink is excellent (4.5-star for both items). I would definitely recommend this small coffee shop for a quick grab-and-go.

I haven't been here in nearly fifteen years after moving from the area but this place was mainstay…read morefor me before I retired. It wasn't unusual for me to get a few sandwiches on a weekly basis way back when. I am very happy that Cook's Tortas is still around. I have tried every sandwich on their board. My favorite has always been the Bombero #6. It is grilled tender steak with a red pepper sauce and avocados. The bread is a sourdough Ciabatta style roll which is made fresh daily. One side comes with the sandwich. This time I chose the Ham and Cheese Macaroni Salad. For dessert, I always get Great Grandmother's Corn Cake. Everything tasted very fresh. There was ample beef in the sandwich. The corn cake was not too sweet and the guava jelly on top enhanced the cake well. A pineapple-orange aqua fresca was a good, refreshing beverage accompaniment. Service was very friendly and exemplary. The food was prepared quickly and brought out to me. Prices are much higher now than before; more than doubled so this would be considered a special treat for me if I am in the area.

I've been coming to Cook's Tortas with my family ever since I was a kid and their food always hits…read morethe spot! My go to order is the Lengua (beef tongue) Torta! Pillowy soft and toasted bread with thick cuts of lengua, lettuce, tomatoes, mayo, and mustard nestled inside. The flavors are phenomenal! It also comes with a side and I always choose the Ham and Cheese Macaroni! I'm not kidding when I say I can eat the Ham and Cheese macaroni every single day and sometimes I order just a large bowl of it! I love that you can also upgrade the size of the sides to a bigger bowl. The sandwiches can be pricey, but honestly so worth it because of how big the portions are. Customer service is always top tier! The staff are always so kind and will answer any questions you have. Huge perk that you can also call in ahead of time to place your order and they offer curbside pick up. If you want to dine in, simply order at the cashier and they'll call you when your food is ready. Lots of seating inside and very clean. Free parking lot available too. Cook's Tortas will always have my heart and I will continue to recommend it to everyone I know!

Call in your order, If you can foresee the future call in…read morethe morning and tell them what time you want to pick up. I got the #7 bbq meat ball with fried egg on top. It's a solid add on next time try the fried egg. Also the egg rolls it's really meaty. Parking is getting bad because of da vien, you might as well park across the street. The store is tiny probably doesn't have ac, small and difficult to reach the front counter when busy

roasted pork ($7.5) - was recommended this one since it is…read moretheir most popular banh mi - i love it so so much! It's got tender juicy pork that was well marinated - baguette was crisp and nicely toasted - the pickled veggies were well prepped too rating: 4.6/5 - this price for what it is is truly unbeatable - i dont know where else you can find banh mi longer than your face for only $7.5 - it tasted great but my favorite would sitll be the one in oc called carrot & daikon, because it's got more sauce to it and bursts of flavor - no inside seats and cash only - very limited parking but people come and go so it wouldn't be too - inside is very small and feels like a random small stall you'd find in asia if you need to grab some food real quick - super fast and friendly service! IG: @nom.noms.only

One of the best chili cheese dogs I've ever had!…read more Ordered the #5 Cheese burger, chili cheese dog and regular fries. Pretty fair combo for the price, the service is quick at the counter and they make it in front of you. Parking is located all around the building and readily available, there is an out door dining area by the parking lot. Very cool spot on Whittier Blvd, good quality food and quick service.

The Staff are Friendly and very nice... that's a Huge Plus. However, the location may put some off…read morefrom venturing to the place; I did during the day with my wife and mother-in-law, and it was OK. Buy at night, I'm not so sure I'd take my mother-in-law there. We ordered 1 Chicken Sandwich 2 Chili dogs with cheese 1 Chili fry 1 Soda for a total of $38.51 (cash) My first mistake; not taking a photo of the current 'Menu' board; it is different from what's shown here; it has been updated. However, there is a 'Grilled Chicken Sandwich' on the menu board that is not offered... instead, they offer a tiny fried; breaded, processed chicken disk patty, sandwich - honestly, not worth buying... stick to the chili burgers or chili dogs. My honest opinion on this is, they should simply remove the chicken sandwich altogether - it is of no real value to the customer. The Chili, however, is this places Strong Point -- thick to that, and they'd do well. Chili dogs are good; a decent, long, slightly snappy dog on a regular small bun, but lightly smothered with a decent portion of chili; not too messy and easy to eat. The Chili Fries were also good; not great but good. The portion if generous but the fries quickly turned soft before I could plow into them. I do like some crispy fries with my Chili. But the flavor was good. I can't make a recommendation on this until I try another batch of chili fries. If, however, the fries remain soaked and soft, then I'd probably pass them up but just buy straight fries instead -- I hate soft soggy fries. As for the soda; a large is an OK size. I cannot say if they offer a refill; I did not go back to ask for one. But I'd hope a refill is available for the price. Pastrami: I got to taste a sample of the Pastrami, and it is really good. Here is where Chroni's could kick it up a notch; Chroni's does not have Bacon - Huge Disappointment and Missed Opportunity. With the Pastrami, and with Bacon, they could add one more menu Item that I know for a fact would sell: The Monster Burger - it is simply this: Bacon Cheeseburger with Pastrami, Chili, Onions & Pickles, and mustard. If they'd add this to their menu, I'd be back for sure. Just saying; something for Chroni's to think about. Get rid of the chicken, add the bacon. Seating: Oh, yeah; seating; Lots of outdoor seating... we were there on a Sunday and there were plenty of open tables. Parking: Lots of Parking too... for most parts or time, parking should not be an issue as I had thought. I nearly parked 3 blocks away when I saw the parking on the street; not knowing Chroni's had its own parking. But then discovered, they had plenty. I cannot say anything about restrooms; I didn't need to go nor looked to see if they had restrooms. My take-away for Chroni's is this; it is a throw-back to a early time when Snack Shack foods was a regular thing in L.A.; a nostalgic place with Lots of Promise and Potential. Pricing is a sign of the times; a bit high for me but it is what it is, but the staff are friendly & nice. I'd hope that with a focus on turning this place into a High Turnover sale; an emphasis on Lower Prices, High Volume sales, prices could come down a bit and still afford the owner a nice profit, and that is what this place needs. 5 Stars for Friendly & Nice Service 2 Stars on the Chicken & Soft/Soggy Fries 4 Stars for Seating 4 Stars for Parking 3 Stars for Cleanliness/Outdoor Dining/Restrooms (???) and bus bench/streetside characters. And, 5 Stars for Potential Overall - 3.5 Stars for now.

I love coming into Claro's not only is their produce the best in town but their staff make coming…read morein even better. Enzo and Rosie are the funnest and most loveliest people, they always put me onto something new. Thank you Claro's team for serving our community.

This place is definitely a hidden gem! Upon entering this place, I was genuinely impressed by this…read moreold fashioned Italian market with a huge selection of Italian food and specialty items. I loved browsing the aisles full of pasta and sauce. But the best part is their deli section which includes a huge variety of freshly sliced cold cuts, bread, and freshly made sides. I really enjoyed their meatball marinara sandwich. Don't forget to try their variety of sides! I was pleasantly surprised with how delicious their pizza was too! I am definitely looking forward to coming back soon!

I have been coming here for 15+ plus years. I recommend it to all Sandwich lovers.. love this…read moreplace 10/10..

This place, indeed, has a mini market inside with a surprising selection of meats, pantry items and…read morechips. I recommend their chicken sandwich (napilitana de pollo $13.99 for large). It is good. It is the same price at the beef version but understandly so. The chicken meat was grilled tenderly, and the slice of ham it came with added the saltynesss the sandwich needed. Simple but effective. Also chilies adds great flavor too. You can ask for it on the side to adjust spiciness to your preference. Capicollo, one of the cold sandwich, was fine but nothing to write home about. Atlas or wings ($11.99/lb) here remind me of the ones I used to get when I was younger... I like how the spicy version is still deed fried and not saucy. (Personally prefer dry rubs.) The heat can creep up to u after a few. But not all wings are created equally, might end with with some tiny more battered ones along with regulars. Wait times can be longer during lunch times - waited 30 min for takeout during weekday lunch hour.

Needed to pick up 4 of their monster sandwiches to feed 7. Ordered 1 #8 and 3 #7s. Service was…read morefast, friendly and personalized. The store was busy but they kept up. This is definitely one of our top three spots for a good sandwich.

Food was really delicious. We ordered the chicken salad sub and the cheesesteak. Super good. What I…read moredidn't enjoy about this location in particular, is that they have a "curbside pick up" option. but there's no where to park for curbside pickup. Resulting in: a late pick up. I was supposed to receive my food at 4 and waited at least 15 minutes after pushing the "I'm Here" button. We ended up just going to get pick it up inside. Again, they shouldn't have this option if it's not a designated parking place.