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

So I had the fried turkey chops, grits and scrambled eggs with cornbread. The turkey chops were…read moreabsolutely delicious and seasoned just right. The grits were awesome (butter and pepper; no sugar!). The scrambled eggs were cooked to perfection, soft but done just right. The orange juice was real, just a tad sweet. My wife had a polish sausage sandwich and my daughter had a breakfast bowl. The aromas at our table were amazing! I'm getting hungry all over again as I pen my memories there! The restaurant is cozy, service is superb and very friendly. The prices hit just above $$. The Serving Spoon is billed as an urban eatery and that is the vide fo sho! Parking is limited because it's shared, but some spaces are generous in size. There are a couple of handicap stalls. I thoroughly enjoyed my time there with my wife and our daughter. Our hostess has been there over 20 years, she must've started working at the age of 5 because she seems to be in her 20s! She is fantastically fun. We all agreed that The Serving Spoon is worthy to be elevated to our favorite breakfast spot.

Great food!!! Been here twice always packed even during the week. Would go for Easter if I could…read moreget a table

Came back again today for Mother's Day brunch with friends visiting from out of town, and once…read moreagain this place reminded me why we keep coming back. They consistently get it right when it comes to the food, customer service, and overall hospitality. When we first checked in, we were told there would be about a 40 minute wait. Anyone with a 3 year old knows that basically feels like an entire work shift. My daughter, however, has never met a stranger a day in her life. Completely on her own, she walked over to one of the hostesses, introduced herself, and then asked if she had a muffin because she was "super hungry." Honestly, the hostess could have easily laughed it off or brushed her aside, but instead she kindly went and brought my daughter a cup of fruit while we waited. Such a small gesture, but it genuinely meant a lot and immediately set the tone for the rest of our visit. From there, everything else was great from start to finish. Friendly staff, smooth service despite the holiday crowd, and food that once again delivered. Experiences like this are what make people return! You know I'll be back!

Random side quest while visiting LA, while driving we stumbled upon Randy's and I couldn't believe…read moremy eyes. We had to get a donut and settled on a classic glazed to see if Tony Stark knew good donuts. It was great! They are freshly made, soft, sweet and delicious. Only complaint is it's a little bit pricey for the donuts but they are fresh. I would love to return if I'm ever in LA

Delicious donuts. Kindest staff. Favorite spot…read more Easy to order at the window or by drive thru. Can't miss the signature big ol' landmark donut from the road. Worth the stop (especially for the classic donut like glazed and the chocolate long John).

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.

Howdy folks. In this edition of Nasty Nathanial's "Nasty" reviews I am going to be telling you all…read moreabout a groovy little place called The Rusty Pot Cafe. What is there to say about The Rusty Pot Cafe? Actually, there is a lot to say and I am going to get into that right now. So strap on your safety belts because we're blasting off to good ol' Inglewood. Located in the heart of Downtown Inglewood, this place truly is a gem. I first came here back in 2018 when myself and a fellow activist known as the Angry Gay Pope came to Inglewood to do an infiltration of the Scientology Org located directly across the street. I could go on and on about that place. But this review isn't about Scientology. It's about The Rusty Pot Cafe. But before we could begin our work, we decided to go grab a bite to eat. This was how I first discovered The Rusty Pot Cafe. So fast forward to 2026, I found myself back in Los Angeles. I had traveled there with a friend of mine who had some legal matters to attend to at the LAX Courthouse. We won't get into that either. So instead of sitting around in court all morning, I decided to head on over to The Rusty Pot Cafe. I ended up walking all the way from the LAX Courthouse over to Downtown Inglewood. For those of you reading this who live in LA may be asking yourself, why didn't he just take the Metro? That's a good question. By the time I arrived at The Rusty Pot Cafe I had worked up quite an appetite. One of the first things I noticed upon arrival is that they still had the same style sign hanging over the entrance. It's like one of those banner type of signs with the businesses name and phone number on it. You know the kind you'd see hanging on the side of a flatbed truck during a parade. I love it. I like how they haven't changed the sign's style. To me a sign like this ads character to the place. Plus it brought back memories from my original visit here. Upon walking into The Rusty Pot Cafe I was immediately flooded with a boatload of memories. This place was exactly how I remembered it. White walls with black tables and pieces of art hanging on the walls. It's not over the type flashy. But not a Plain Jane kind of a place either. More of a humble kind of a feel. Just enough character to make you feel right at home. Or at least to me it did. Anyways, I walked over to one of the tall tables and sat down. It wasn't long before I was greeted by a friendly, and handsome, Latino waiter. He was friendly and had the smile of a Hollywood actor. But not a phony kind of way that you see at a lot of restaurants where the servers are constantly trying to upsell you. It was that of a waiter who really cares about the customers he is serving. He didn't hesitate to bring me some freshly brewed coffee. This really hit the spot as would the burger that would soon follow. Now I'm not going to be shy when I say that The Rusty Pot Cafe has the best burger in all of Los Angeles. I know that may seem like a bold statement. But it's true. I've eaten at a lot of burger joints in and around LA and I've stuffed some tasty burgers into my belly. But none of them have tasted near as good as The Rusty Pot Cafe's burger. It puts In-N-Out's burgers to shame. The angus beef is soooooooo delicious and they cook it just the way meat should be cooked for a burger. Not well done and not rare either. But just enough so that those wonderful flavors come out of the patty and into your mouth. My oh my did this hit the spot. So did the flavor able fries that were served with the burger. Seriously The Rusty Pot Cafe's house burger is AMAZING! I highly recommend it. This burger is better than sex. The service at The Rusty Cafe is also top notch. The waiters were very attentive and are always checking on the customers to see if any of us needed more coffee or water or another margarita. Hold it. They don't serve margaritas here. You got to go to Los Amigos for that. But I think you get the idea. I really dig this. One thing I hate is when you go somewhere to eat and the servers let your drink go empty. Then you got to flag someone down in order to get some more coffee or whatever you're drinking. That is such rubbish. But that is not a problem at The Rusty Pot Cafe. Their servers will make sure your cup gets refilled before it goes empty. These folks are right on top of it. So if you have gotten to this point, I am sure you will see that I really love The Rusty Pot Cafe. I live about 3 hours north of Los Angeles and I would make a trip down there just so I can go eat at The Rusty Pot Cafe. And that's real talk. So if you happen to be in the LA area and want to fill your belly with some delicious food, I highly recommend that you make the trek over to Downtown Inglewood and check out The Rusty Pot Cafe. I know I will. Plus I'd like to see that handsome waiter again. Wink, wink. Thank you for reading and may the burgers continue to be better than.... Ok, ok. I think you get the idea. Happy trails. NASTY NATHANIAL

I'm from Phoenix and was looking for a highly rated breakfast place in the area. I originally drove…read moreto another highly recommended place but couldn't find parking. I'm grateful for that because it led me here. Upon entering, we were greeted and told to sit where we would like. The service was friendly and fast. We ordered and the food arrived quickly. It was simple, yet delicious. The waffle was crispy but not rock hard. It was not soggy - nor did it get soggy after adding syrup. The bacon was amazing and crispy. The grits were just right with the perfect amount of butter. The coffee was good too. If I'm ever visiting Inglewood again I will make sure to stop back by. If you're local and haven't tried this spot - you're missing out!

Here's a revised review including the potatoes:…read more I had breakfast at Metro Cafe in Culver City and it was excellent. I ordered the spinach and feta omelette and it was honestly unreal. Perfectly cooked with great flavor and really fresh ingredients. The side potatoes were also amazing, super crispy and really good. The service was friendly and the atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to. Highly recommend if you're in Culver City.

Metro Cafe is one of Culver City's hidden gems when it comes to breakfast and brunch. Every time I…read moreeat here, the food is consistently delicious and the portions always hit the spot. Their omelettes are easily some of the best in the area: fluffy, flavorful, and loaded with fresh ingredients. And the French toast? Perfectly golden, slightly crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and just the right amount of sweetness. Truly A-1. The staff is friendly, the service is quick, and the vibe feels like your neighborhood go-to spot. Whether you're starting your morning or grabbing a relaxed weekend brunch, Metro Cafe never disappoints. Highly recommend!

I loved the vibes in this cafe. There were so many places to sit and study. Also there was a super…read morehelpful barista named Z who recommended me this banana matcha! I would recommend getting the banana matcha but without the chunks because I felt it was too much as a big texture person. Overall 10/10 recommend definitely will be coming back!!!

10/10 experience every single time Awakening is the perfect 3rd space. Food, drinks and atmosphere…read moreis the best around. The service is so friendly Joe, Alexia and Bert are always welcoming and go above and beyond, Im here all the time

Best customer service from Nicky and great Hospitality Definitely will be back again ! Great food…read moreand drinks ! And also great for party's!

Food: Got the Veggie Omelet (with an upgrade from toast to Banana Pancakes) as well as the Shrimp…read moren' Grits--the former was pretty standard for an omelet, while the latter was rich with flavor. Portions were pretty big! Service: Great! While the establishment is kind of small, we didn't have to wait long (~20 min) to get seated on a Sunday morning. When seated, our server was attentive and periodically checked in on us. Ambiance: Casual, rustic. Parking: Limited parking. Street parking available.

I just picked up a breakfast burrito with ham And…read moreboyyyyyyyyy let me tell you. ITS BOMB!!!!!!!Definitely big enough to save the other half for lunch . I don't live in the area so I'm glad I was able to find this place after my delivery. Keep serving them delicious burritos

So excited to try this place! The selections make it hard to choose…read more I bought the ciabatta rolls and they're delicious but as far as the short rib burrito--disappointing and here's why.... Many long cliantro stems that should have been cut off! And the short rib, although tender was sadly bland/no seasoning Tears of my sad burrito story!

Probably the best cafe spot in LA. Ambiance is amazing and the service is even better. Perfect for…read moreeither a quick run and go or sit down and enjoy your coffee/food while listening a fire playlist. Abby will most definitely make you the best coffee you've ever had!! Gotta give this girl a raise, no other lattes can compete!

I always enjoy going to Hilton for these reasons: *The…read morecoffee and food taste amazing. *Such a calming atmosphere *Feels like a sense of community. *The employees are always kind. I usually order the Slauson Drip with Vanilla and Cream and their breakfast sandwiche. Sooo good. Order the Tator Tots with the sauce. Yummy!