9/10! We ordered the Smoked Salmon Benedict and the Chile Verde Chilaquiles, and everything was…read moreabsolutely delicious! The smoked salmon Benedict was fresh, flavorful, while the gringo boyfriend ordered the chile verde chilaquiles had such a delicious, savory flavor with just the right amount of spice. Both dishes were satisfying and full of flavor. The ordering process was easy: you wait in line, place your order at the register, and receive a number along with a color card indicating where you'll be seated. The food is then brought directly to your table. The atmosphere was very chill and relaxing. We sat outdoors, and it wasn't too loud, making it a comfortable spot to enjoy brunch.

The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating. You order at the register and then choose a…read moreseat, and they bring your food directly to you. I had the Eggs Benedict with birria, and they were delicious! The portion size was just right for me. My boyfriend had the chilaquiles, which he enjoyed, but the portion was a bit too small for him. Overall, we enjoyed our meal and the casual, relaxed atmosphere.

Great spot to have a dinner date. Wanted to shout out Ken, he did an excellent job serving my…read morebeautiful date and I. He knew what to recommend, made our experience that much better!

Me & my partner came for the first time and got carlos as our waiter and we had the best food and…read moredrink suggestions. For our first time the service was amazing & the food was delicious. We really appreciate Carlos for his help & kindness.

The food here exceeded my expectations. The ribeye was cooked perfectly with a great sear and was…read moreincredibly tender and flavorful. We also ordered the ube Basque cheesecake, and it was easily one of the best desserts I've had recently--rich, creamy, and not too sweet. Our server, Sergio, made the experience even better. He was friendly, attentive, and gave great recommendations without making us feel rushed. The restaurant has a comfortable atmosphere that's great for date night or dinner with friends. I'll definitely be back, and the cheesecake alone is worth another visit.

DINING While Black…read more The 908 Restaurant Environment 1-5: 5 I really appreciated the ambiance and decor of the space. After enduring weeks of record breaking heat in Long Beach, this was the perfect place to land as the Summer Breeze... Makes Me Feel Fineeee again. A very well but gently lit space that still feels cozy and spacious. The outside gives no indication of how well the inside has been designed. Great for lunch or dinner dates. Noise level was low and there's no feeling of a chaotic restaurant environment. Food/Service 1-5: 4.8 I order the shrimp and lobsters fettuccine, bone marrow as an appetizer. My company ordered the lamb burger. All dishes we beautifully plated; true works of art. Neither of us had any complaints about presentation and creativity. As far as taste and as excited as we were to dig in to our food, the ONLY setback was the lack of seasoning mainly salt. I'm aware that a Chef does their best to meet the expectations of their guest. I'm also aware that meeting everyone's expectations is impossible. To confirm my advice of needing some salt in the food I patrons the restaurant twice, two days in a row. The food needs more salt and I stand solid on that opinion. The service was great and I thanked Mel for taking such great care of us. Mel is a rockstar! Diversity score 1-5: 4 The restaurant definitely appeals to diverse crowds. It reminded of the days I frequented Marcus Samuelsson's Red Rooster in Harlem, NY. Go again score 1-5: 5, Absolutely. I do hope I don't have to keep bothering the server for salt and pepper.

Toast has been on my list of places to check out for a couple of years, and a friend put it back on…read moremy radar back in April. Just a couple of weeks ago, my friends and I were considering our options for where to have brunch to celebrate one of our friend's retirement. Toast was one of the names I dropped in the metaphorical hat, and it won the vote of a few. My friends were surprised that I had named a spot I hadn't yet tried since I'm usually the "foodie" of the group. However, another girl in the group who had been here before vouched for it. I'm glad I finally got to try this place this past weekend, and I cannot wait to return! There were so many things on their menu that I wanted to try. A couple of the ladies ordered green chilaquiles, the friend we were celebrating ordered the Spanish Omelet, another woman I'd met that day had the bacon and eggs, another one ordered the Biscuits and grave with a side of bacon that looked perfectly crispy. I wish I had taken pictures of the plates as it all looked so lovely! I didn't even take a picture of my own food haha. I had my eyes on an omelet, one of the Benedicts or the Chicken n Waffle. In the end, the chicken and waffle won. It comes served with a little container of maple syrup with bacon pieces. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The waffle was delicious, though I did request for some extra syrup on the side. To drink, a few ladies ordered mimosas, one ordered an iced caramel coffee, and I ordered the Carajillo. I fell in love with this drink last summer in Mexico and do not often see it on the menu. I love the subtle citrus notes the Licor 43 adds to this espresso drink. It is very similar to an espresso martini, and theirs comes topped with a toasted marshmallow. I honestly wanted to try almost every item in their Tipsy Barista section of their drinks. I'll just have to come back that many more times :) Plenty of parking in the mall lot. It does get pretty packed during peak hours. Fortunately I had called ahead to put our group of 6 down. We went in on Saturday around 11:30. It slowed down a bit while we were eating, but started to get busy again after 1. Otherwise, we might have been forced to honor their 90-minute rule. All in all, a great experience from everyone in our group. No complaints on the wait, service or food. That certainly deserves a toast. Great job, Toast!

I was taken here for my birthday brunch, and it turned out to be a great choice! The atmosphere was…read moreamazing--lively, stylish, and perfect for celebrating a special occasion. I ordered the steak and eggs along with a margarita flight, and everything was fantastic. The food was delicious, the drinks were fun to try, and the service was excellent from start to finish. The only thing that caught me off guard was the price--it's definitely on the more expensive side. But if you have the budget and want to treat yourself to a nice brunch, I'd 100% recommend giving this place a try. Great food, great drinks, excellent service, and an awesome brunch atmosphere. Definitely made my birthday feel special!

Stopped by The Pan in Gardena located on the corner of Western Ave and 166th St., after noticing…read morethe rare sight of a smaller weekday or weekend crowd, and I'm glad we did. I ordered the "Original" Fully Loaded Hash Browns and a variety of pancakes were the star, crispy edges on my hash browns, generous toppings, and a portion size that could easily feed two people seriously. It's one of those dishes that feels indulgent in the best way. The restaurant has a relaxed, casual feel, and the service was impressively fast without losing any attention to detail. Parking is definitely tight, so plan on grabbing a spot along 166th if you're trying to beat the rush. A satisfying brunch experience with comfort food done right. Miguel C.

Gardena staple The Pan never misses. If you know, you know…read more Stopped by for breakfast and ordered the steak & eggs with an OG pancake on the side. The steak was tender, juicy, and cooked just right. The breakfast potatoes were definitely a hit too. Even though they were packed, the service was still good. It's a small space. Just be prepared to wait a little if you're going on the weekend. Trust me, it's worth it. A solid breakfast spot that's been holding it down for years and one I'll definitely keep coming back to.

Good breakfast here. I came on a sunday and got the lumberjack combo with pancakes, bacon,…read moresusasage, hash potatoes and scamble eggs. The slammed with people. About an hour wait to get a table on the weekends. They do have bar seating if you're alone so i would go there. Staff is very nice and have orders organized with the kitchen. I must say the lemonades they make here is some of the BEST i ever had. Get the sunset lemonade, absolutely delicious but expensive at $8 bucks. Soo good i would just come back for that. They also have pies and cookies here Good experience at the pan. Sunset lemonade 10/10 The best i ever had! Get one! The lumberjack plate 8/10

The Pan in Long Beach is always a hit! I've been here a few times, and the staff has always been…read moreattentive, welcoming, and super friendly. I usually order Lupe's Chilaquiles. This time I tried the chorizo with egg whites instead of Asada with egg whites. It wasn't my favorite, but that had nothing to do with how it was cooked or served--it just wasn't for my taste buds. I'll definitely stick to the asada next time! This location is always clean, and I love the decor and overall vibe. Just make sure to get there early because they definitely get busy! Always a solid breakfast spot in LB.

The pastrami egg rolls are really good plus the owner was very welcoming. A must try !!!read more

The food was very good it wasn't greasy I did order the egg rolls I had it delivered so I wasn't…read moreable to see the ambiance but the service seemed to be very good.

The food was amazing, the service was exceptionally great! The setting was perfect quiet and…read morepeaceful, they make you feel like family, we came in with our 4 kids close to closing time and they still took our order without rushing, we will definitely be back next time we are in the area. We truly recommend this place to anyone looking to have great freshly cooked food from scratch. Keep up the great work amd food The neighborhood Cafe! From the Acosta family.

I always chuckle to myself when I read 1-star review amongst a series of 5-star ones. Everyone is…read moreentitled their opinion but the reasons/comments.... Anyhow, my family and I were driving back home after participating in a hiring event for my son (first paid job -- so proud of him!) We were all hungry and since we were in a part of town we had not been to before did a quick search. Decided on "The Neighborhood Cafe" and headed over! We were greeted by " The Los Angeles Gentlmen" motorcycle club -- couldn't have been nicer! Then we walked in and were greeted warmly by the owner and his daughter, Cheryl. We were immediately seated and made comfortable. Cheryl took our orders and could not have been nicer/friendlier. Very spacious and cute atmosphere. Ordered and after a little bit of a wait (Due to food made to order BTW!) I had the absolute best chicken and waffles ever. IT WAS A 1/2 CHICKEN seasoned to perfection -- flavorful and juicy! The waffle was clearly homemade and also flavorful. The hot honey was a sweet/spicy welcome addition. My family also REALLY enjoyed their dishes!! We live on the westside so we will not be able to get over as often as we would like :( BUT I work near downtown so I can see me grabbing take home every once and awhile! I was just telling my wife I want to go back and get that again!! :) :) :) For those of you visiting the area looking for delicious food and a wonderful atmosphere, I highly recommend "The Neighborhood Cafe". For those of you who live in the area either go or go BACK and support this gem!

We had a great breakfast at Aragon House Cafe. I had the wet breakfast burrito, my wife had the…read moreflaky French toast, and we both had the café de olla. Everything was delicious and tasted fresh and homemade. The pancakes were very fluffy and had that "gorditas de mano" aftertaste that immediately reminded me of the ones my grandmother used to make. That homemade flavor really stood out to me. The wet burrito came with a homemade chunky salsa that was SO good! My wife's flaky French toast came with fresh, sweet fruit--not canned--which was a nice touch. Our waiter was very kind and attentive. The food took a little longer than some places, but to be fair, we were there right when they opened, so they were probably just getting everything fired up and ready for the day. The ambiance isn't anything particularly special, but the restaurant was very clean, comfortable, and welcoming. Overall, great food, good coffee, friendly service, and a few flavors that brought back some really good memories. We'll definitely be back!

Honestly, where do I start?…read more The outside might be a little ugly... outdated... but don't let that stop you from going inside and getting food. It almost stopped me lol. It is pretty tiny inside, around 6-7 tables but it's nice looking. The customer service was great there was only 1 server but she was moving. She was always making sure everyone was okay and happy. The food was decent, my highlight was the French toast, the crust on it was amazing and the whipped cream was also amazing. I enjoyed my food. The cafe de la olla was amazing just like any other Mexican place but that French toast def left a mark for me I would come just for that. Breakfast burrito was mid, it was missing a salsa and some seasoning but besides that it was like anywhere else, the hash browns were def different lol but not a bad different. Thank you!

Egg-cellent! Really enjoyed coming here. The food was delicious and fresh and came out very fast…read more They were very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back!

For years I've driven by this place on Firestone, which merges into Manchester Boulevard, and I…read morealways loved the logo. I'd think, "There's a spot in my own neighborhood I can eat at without driving to Downey or Downtown LA." But for some reason it was never my first thought. I think it's because when I'm going out to eat, I usually want to escape my own area. Today I finally gave it a try, and I was sincerely impressed. I walked in and was greeted right away. I asked a few questions about the menu and requested a substitute, and I didn't get any weird looks or pushback, which honestly happens more often than you'd think in 2026. The walls had beautiful artwork, and my server, Kevin, was fantastic. He checked in every few minutes to make sure I had everything I needed, and it felt genuine, not like he was just going through the motions for a tip or a paycheck. You can tell the difference. I ordered the horchata French toast with fresh fruit and a lavender latte, and the presentation was next level, the kind of plating you'd expect in Beverly Hills, Century City, or parts of Polanco, Mexico. It was beautiful, the food was excellent, and I was taken care of every step of the way. I'm writing this review because this place deserves to be seen and deserves to keep growing. I'm not compensated in any way, shape, or form, this comes straight from the heart. If you've been sleeping on this place, give it a try. It's not in the flashiest part of LA, and I'm okay with that since I live in the area, but once you step inside, you're transported somewhere else entirely. Don't sleep on this place. Give them a shot and you'll find yourself coming back sooner than you expected.