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    Lucy's Restaurant

    3.7 (33 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican, Mexican
    Closed 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Breakfast! Bacon breakfast burrito and eggs, potatoes and toast plate!

    We were looking for a different place to eat when we stumbled upon this place, next to Unincorporated Coffee. Food is absolutely delicious! Place was a bit quiet, but I'm guessing it was because people were still at Easter Mass. Anyway, the owner was kind, and allowed for plate customization! Can't wait to come back! Thanks for being open on Easter!

    Veggie omelette sour dough and Oj
    Brissa M.

    I love that we have a locals only place like Lucys. If you're looking for a good place for breakfast or lunch that you can walk to in Altadena then Lucys is great. I have had veggie omelette and it was delicious. Portions are always big and service fast. I love the murals and music and it feels good to eat some where that's not gentrified like next door.

    Sunday breakfast 2022
    Franklin M.

    We stopped by to have breakfast on a Sunday morning. We were the only customers inside the restaurant but we decided to still try it out. We ordered the veggie omelette, house potatoes, and sourdough bread. The food was served in less than ten minutes. The meal was decent and I enjoyed the tasty potatoes, the only negative was the old piece of cantaloupe that was included on the plate. They also had donuts for sale from a shop on Lake Ave and it was super delicious.

    Steak enchiladas with rice and beans
    Ver A.

    From the first day I walked in, you would've thought we were old friends. He makes you feel right at home, always a warm welcome. And his food!!! Always cooked to perfection. Since they say a picture is worth 1000 words, I've included some for your eyes to feast on. Let me just tell you, as pretty as the dish is served, it tastes just as good as it looks or better!! Juan is just a genius! Gracias Don Juan. Siempre quedo Bien llena y contenta!

    a plate of mexican food

    Great food, service and atmosphere. You get a warm welcome, great food and speedy service. And the drinks are chilled perfect.

    a mural of a woman and a tiger
    James S.

    A no frills neighborhood restaurant offering a quick, authentic meal, dining in or to go, served with a friendly smile. Their menu has the classic Mexican food standards (burritos, tacos, enchiladas, plates of various meats) as well as a variety burgers, club sandwiches, and soups. Assorted pastries, coffee, and their delicious jumbo-sized breakfast burritos make for a convenient stop in the morning. They recently have started some much needed clean up to the restaurant. The fresh paint and new counter help, but new tables and chairs would make it more comfortable and appealing to customers that would rather dine in, creating a draw for this community establishment.

    Empanada menu and breakfast menu!

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    Great food! Great service! Great prices! We had a nice time on a sunday - wasn't too busy.

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    one of the best omelets I have ever had, solid coffee, great service, opens early, and low prices. A hidden gem!

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    Love it here since i was a kid. They have chilli cheese fries. I love their burritos and quesadillas.

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    Does not look sanitary ! My burrito was just disgusting.the meat was half cooked . Waste of $20 and never again .

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    HomeState

    HomeState

    4.2
    (482 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Brisket Taco was delicious. Flour tortillas made in House are excellent. I really like their salsa…read moreoptions. Guacamole was excellent. Not too spicy. Crispy potatoes were not as crispy as I had hoped, but still good. Salted chocolate chip cookie was delicious.

    Had no idea that this franchise even existed, but it's apparently a Texas kitchen in SoCal (so all…read morelocations are in SoCal). I want to cry out Texas larp, but I'm just being a funny little guy. My friend wanted to try the Parachute taco as it's a Hayley Williams collaboration item. It's neat because $1 from each taco benefits the Immigrant Defenders Law Center, so I'm glad that our super late night dinner had some overall meaning to it. Since they also serve breakfast dishes here, I'm feeling like it's more of a brunch place as this location closes at 9 PM. Not for the late night alchies people. We ordered online and everything was ready super fast for us. Just a note, that Parachute taco was on the mobile order, but strangely not on the menu on the website. They also ask you several times regarding salsa so make sure you get extra for free (red and green salsa in small sauce containers). Not super spicy in the slightest, but adds another layer of fresh acidic taste. I'm used to red sauce being searingly spicy, but not the case here. This location can be a bit easy to miss since it's on a main street and the turn in can get a bit tight. But you can always get street parking. No issues since we went right before they closed, but it looks like it can get really packed and tight around breakfast/brunch time. It's a very chill and relax ambience. Welcoming and warm. The outdoor area is very well lit and nice in the evening. Loved the lemon tree and I think the olive tree that they had there too. It's vibes as they say. PRO-TIP: Get the corn tortillas. You can taste the delicious corn flavor of the dough. For our dinner, we got the: 1) The Parachute by Hayley Williams: -The reason why we visited and surprisingly the best of the three. A huge surprise since it was the only one we ordered without meat. -This taco comes with mushrooms, black beans, lettuce, tortilla strips, Monterey jack cheese, and tomatillo ranch. -Creaminess from the cheese, slight chew from the mushrooms with a roasted taste, love the crunch from the tortilla strips, and everything came together really nicely. 2) Vaquero: -This comes with brisket, pickled jalapenos, onions, cilantro and lime. This was the one my friend and I both were eyeing as an additional taco. -It was sadly the most disappointing of the three. You'd think with all those toppings inside, it'd be more flavorful. Sadly not. -The brisket was dry and both of us used the most of the salsa on this taco in particular. I'd skip this one. 3) Forth Worth by Leon Bridges: -As a mild neurotic person, I don't listen to music that much, so I have no idea who this is, but I chose this taco since it had chicken and it's a different protein from the rest of the tacos. -This was the most stacked of the bunch, filled to the brim with ingredients and by virtue of that, the most messiest. Have lots of napkins on hand. -This comes with slightly spicy chicken (moist and yummy), bacon, pickled jalapenos, pico de gallo, lettuce, and tomatillo ranch. -I actually liked the bacon in this taco, slight crispiness with some of the rich fatty bits of bacon thrown in too. It's not just lazy bacon bits tossed in. Overall not bad! The tacos weren't the most visually appealing and a bit messy, so FYI. Overall not bad and it goes to a good cause. It's not the most authentic best tacos out there (for that I'd just go to a street stall, but it's great for the more unique combinations).

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    Inside - open..airy...a little bar at front...
    Inside - open..airy...a little bar at front...
    Our Mother's Day breakfast haul - a Blanco (vegetarian) taco and a Trinity taco! So good!
    Our Mother's Day breakfast haul - a Blanco (vegetarian) taco and a Trinity taco! So good!
    Big Queso (hand for scale lol) - really lovely!

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    Big Queso (hand for scale lol) - really lovely!
    Los Gringos Locos

    Los Gringos Locos

    3.9
    (1.1k reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    We have been going to Los Gringos for a long time. It's a great place to meet friends for dinner…read morebecause the food is delicious, the service is excellent and Omar's margaritas are the best. They have Margarita Mondays where Margaritas are half off and Taco Tuesdays. You can join Gringo Rewards to earn free food & promotional deals. They also recognize customer birthdays. My husband went there on his recent birthday and the Celebration made him feel so special. Omar, the bartender, and our waiter sang happy birthday to him. Thank you Los Gringos.

    recently dined at here ,hoping for an authentic Mexican experience, but unfortunately, it fell far…read moreshort of expectations. Having spent my entire life in Los Angeles, I have a deep appreciation for good Mexican food, and this restaurant did not deliver. The food was a significant disappointment. Many dishes arrived either uncooked or poorly cooked, lacking the flavors and textures that make Mexican cuisine so vibrant. For instance, the tacos were soggy and bland, while the enchiladas seemed like they were hastily thrown together with minimal seasoning. It was disheartening to see such potential squandered on poorly executed dishes. The only redeeming quality of the afternoon lunch was our waiter, who was attentive and friendly. He tried to make our dining experience enjoyable, but even his efforts couldn't salvage the meal. Overall, I cannot recommend this place for anyone seeking authentic Mexican cuisine. There are far better options in Los Angeles that truly capture the essence of the flavors and traditions of Mexico. I left feeling unsatisfied and paid a lot of money for cheap food.

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    3 shredded beef tacos
    3 shredded beef tacos
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    El Metate Cafe

    El Metate Cafe

    4.3
    (568 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    I had the beef tongue plate. It was very flavorful and had good texture…read more They have beer. The service is great. Perfect place to go before you see a comedy show.

    El Metate is a Mexican restaurant located at 12 North Mentor Avenue in Pasadena. It is known for…read morefamily recipes that are full of flavor and are always unique. It is often very busy with regular customers as well as people visiting Pasadena and discovering this cherished establishment. When you first walk in the front door, you are greeted by a staff member eager to help you make your choices among their incredible food. After showing us specials, we were given the extensive printed menu. We asked a number of questions about some of the more popular items. We were given information as to how each item was made and flavored. While we were talking, we could hear the kitchen putting together food items for pickup and delivery. After some discussion we decided to order some food to eat while waiting for our take-home order. It was happy hour so we ordered a Pacifico beer and some taquitos with chips and salsa. We chose a table in an adjacent table-filled room. This room had a great ambiance. The chips and salsa and the taquitos were great. I enjoyed the fresh, warm chips that had great flavor. It was a quiet time of day right before the evening rush, so there were only a few tables occupied. The super burrito and chimichang were filled with flavor and more than one meal. They tasted great and each item was packed with precision and care. The nachos were incredible. Warm, filled with flavor and packed with toppings and cheese. Small intimate outside seating with umbrellas. Parking is difficult but there is a nearby parking structure.

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    Dining Room
    Camarones mojo de ajo
    Camarones mojo de ajo
    Asada tacos delish

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