We always come here for breakfast and it is ALWAYS delicious. The staff here is incredible and always provide excellent service. It's calm, quiet, and an overall great environment. 10/10 recommend read more

Love this place, been coming since I was a kid. Food is great, service is quick and good. Location is cozy and packed with nostalgia from a good era. read more

Quaint atmosphere, delightful service (thank you Ana!) and a classic diner experience that makes you feel at home! Millie's is a cute classic diner with ample parking right off the corner of Balboa and Vanowen. Its modest outside and faded sign hides a vibrant and bustling interior this Sunday morning when we came by. We were quickly seated in a booth and wow! The menu is huge. So many pages had me feeling like I had not adequately studied for an exam. My wife is in love with corn beef hash--if it is available she will be ordering it. She acquired a table pancake as part of her CBH order, and I at Ana's recommendation got the chilaquiles, which were very good! They had the right mix of tortillas, beans, egg, and not too saucy. She brought some "spicy" salsa with a bit of a kick--not enough for me but enough for my wife--next time I want some REAL spice, Ana!! :) As I am rather large and was rather hungry, I ordered an additional two scrambled eggs to add to the chilaquiles so if that's you consider adding eggs to the initial order. It was a lot of food, make no mistake. The plates on the first page are certainly ample. The atmosphere is cute. Lots of Knick knacks and pictures on the wall, kids from a baseball team running around, and plenty of people who had retired before you were born shuffling about and opening the blinds to see the menu better. We were very well taken care of. I would say the food is 3.5-4 stars, definitely solid. But the service really puts it up to 5 stars, Ana took the time to meet us and I know she expects us back soon! read more

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I'm back again and again and again! I'm coming back to try the entire menu. I will give a critique about everything. If it doesn't taste good, I will let you know. I have not even tasted a bad cup of coffee here. Everything has been exquisite, delicious, fresh, high quality and Good prices. I've brought dozens of people here and I will continue. Thank you, Millie's bakery and restaurant in lake Balboa, You never disappoint. read more

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Millies has been a long time favorite for my entire family. The staff and owners are incredibly friendly. The food is amazing, especially the biscuits and gravy. Came in two times this week! My dad is retired and every time he comes into town, it is his first stop! read more

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My husband never Yelp's but he insisted I do a review for him. I've always given this place great reviews but now they stepped it up even more with the world's best pork chop! Highly recommend! It's seriously the best in town! Sorry I didn't grab a photo before he devoured most of it. read more

Millie's Restaurant & Bakery - World's best chop! - Bakeries Near Me - Van Nuys, California

We've been coming here for almost 30 yrs. The food has always been great and the staff is awesome. read more

Millie's Restaurant & Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Van Nuys, California

The food.is always delicious, Hamburgers are made to order, your way. The breakfast is delicious. Staff always friendly, music always good. The decor is like taking a step back into the good old days. My bf said there needs to be a mattress in the back the food is do good. You'll need a nap afterwards. Well see yall next week. read more

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The brunch burger was delicious and seasoned well. The fried egg was cooked perfectly - nice and yolky and the onion ring had a perfect crispy crunch. Fries were plentiful but I would have preferred them to be crunchier. I was only able to eat half of my meal and it was just as yummy later that day. Cozy restaurant with lots of booths. I love that they serve their drinks in large mason jars- I didn't need a refill and the waitress gave me a to-go cup which was really nice. read more

Millie's Restaurant & Bakery - Millie's Brunch Burger - Bakeries Near Me - Van Nuys, California

First time here and the chilaquiles were very good as well as the ham and eggs. The staff are very friendly and service was good. It's an older restaurant you can tell but has its charm. Worth checking out. read more

Dear Millie's, I was rooting for you! My party was all rooting for you!!! I've seen this place for years but never stopped by. I've been curious and today was the day. Our server was great. Food lacked flavor and the pancake syrup was flavorless, cheap and runny. My sausage links were soggy and room temperature. My husband enjoyed the freshly squeezed orange juice. Even though the service was great, and prices were reasonable, the food did not do it for me. Don't think I'll ever come back. Sorry Millie's. read more

Best breakfast in the Valley. The service impeccable. Not to mention this is a family own business, own by women. Support local owned businesses. I also want to Include Ana one of the owners who treat you as a family member as soon as you walk in the door. Highly recommend this restaurant if you're an Angelino or a tourist. read more

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It's a diner not Nobu.... I can't imagine why this place doesn't rack up at LEAST four stars for every review. The service is amazing - nonstop, employees running around to make sure your coffee is topped, you have enough napkins, you have the right sauces The kitchen actually cooked the food the way I asked, which I honestly didn't expect, I expect most diners to be in a rush and do the best they can, which is also done in most nice restaurants in LA Food actually tasted good and wasn't overly oily or salty Overall, huge parking lot, very reasonable prices, good variety in menu, great service, cozy ambiance If I lived nearby I would be here at least once a week read more

Im barely starting to eat the food looks delicious and the place looks so old fashioned

My dear friend mentioned they had a delicious pumpkin with pumpkin whip cream pancake so we had to go check it out. It's only a holidays special. Finger licking, good. Good parking, friendly staff, strong good coffee . I'm a sucker for coffee... we will be back before end of January as only on menu temporarily. read more

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It's been years since I was last here for a meal. The beginning of the week and pretty lazy trying to find somewhere to eat. Randomly came across something about Milles and the choice was made. It's still pretty much the same as I remembered it. Your classic homely dinner vibe. As it was still pretty early, it wasn't that busy. Menu did seem to have quite more choices this time. Food wise, it's your typical diner meal. The fried chicken meal was ok, served with two choices side and a side of cornbread. Also, they did have a few soup choices on hand which is good. Overall, it was good. Same feel as the last time I was there. read more

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Delicious restaurant and diner with a wide range of options! Great seating options both inside and outside. The staff are very friendly and service is pretty quick. read more

Millie's Restaurant & Bakery - Frosted French Toast with bananas, nuts, and whipped cream - Bakeries Near Me - Van Nuys, California

The entire visit was a pleasant experience. We were greeted, sat, helped in a timely manner. The service was great. The thing i can't get over is that my meal was hot (temperature), I mean hot, the whole time i was eating it! They must heat the plates. I LOVE it! I was there for breakfast (veggie benedict). The coffee cups are NOT those dinky cups, the coffee (decaf) was good and hot also. I really enjoyed myself. Thank you Millies! read more

Millie's Restaurant & Bakery - Veggie Benedict - Bakeries Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Millie's is an old-school diner/coffee shop offering traditional fare. It's clean and nicely kept, the wait staff is friendly, and the cooks move swiftly, putting the food out at quite a clip. You get the sense they have spent a good many years feeding breakfast and lunch to people with limited time. They have all the usual breakfast options, including some very creative omelets and specialty items like chicken fried steak, a chorizo egg bowl, and even a breakfast plate built around a fresh baked cinnamon roll. I ordered a simple dish of bacon & eggs with a toasted English muffin. The eggs were cooked exactly as I'd asked, but my crispy bacon was clearly made crispy in the deep fryer. As I wasn't in a rush, I'd have much preferred the bacon (always par cooked in a diner such as this) had been brought up to temp and texture on the grill. By contrast, my English muffin was under done, barely toasted. I had opted for no potatoes, so I can't speak to their flavor (though they looked good on plates passing by me) -- and to their credit, I was offered several side options instead of potatoes (I just wasn't wanting any today). Millie's will give you a good, breakfast at a reasonable price with quick and friendly service, but they could improve their execution a tad, especially when it's not very busy (as was the case today). read more

The service was so nice, like they were so kind! The food was pretty tasty, a little pricy, but honestly I'd say it's worth it. OH AND FOOD CAME QUICKLY read more

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Always good service, and I often wonder how they got my Mom's cooking, or so close. 50's simplicity, fresh traditional food, and especially a wonderful Breakfast. I wish I lived closer, but then, I'd look like a blimp! Highly recommend. read more

Sad to say, but disappointing. I hadn't been there in many years and how things change. First, the service was fine but that was the only positive. The place is beat up, and just one server at 900am which tells you something, just no business. The coffee was lukewarm and bitter, the breakfast was average at best. The biscuit was awful and the potatoes soggy. And price wise, no bargain. Will not come back.. read more

Fantastic experience eating breakfast at the one and only Millie's. On the road north clear of the LA traffic we stopped for breakfast at this old style diner. The menu wasn't too special, but the product was very good and the service was exceptional. Our arrival at brunchyime meant that we missed any breakfast rush. I ordered a nice egg and kielbasa sausage plate with country potatoes and grilled onions and peppers. It was a good start to the day. The eggs were great, the sausage and grilled papers mixed well with the potatoes. The coffee was hot and bottomless. The kids ate of the kids' menu. They both opted for the build your own breakfast that came with eggs (cooked to their choice), pancakes, and hash. Nothing was left on their plates either... no complaints there. Service was fantastic. We didn't have to wait for a seat, and after we were seated we were doted upon for our drinks and our orders. They had some daily specials posted on a sandwich board at the front, but we were there ready for breakfast to get us ready for the trip farther north. It was a great experience at Millies. read more

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The food here is always tasty and is an enjoyable place to have a meal. The menu is extensive and has a great variety whether you want breakfast, lunch, or dinner. read more

I remember this place from when Valley Alternative Magnet School was still across the way. I have fond memories of eating here and it brings me a certain warm nostalgia to come and eat the fare that was around back then. Great service, great food, great atmosphere. read more

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I got the steak&eggs honestly the most nastiest diner steak ive ever had the seasoning on it was so bad. It was so overcooked. Got sat outside and honestly wasn't really getting attended too. We waiting like 10 minutes just to get our order taken. Plus been sitting outside and have had no one come refill any of our drinks or taken any plates or left us our check to pay. I understand its busy its a sunday but I can assure u everyone inside is getting spoken too more than we did read more

This is where you come for Comfort. For Classics. For old school and FEEL GOOD. For conversation. For a break away from gastropubs with industrial architecture and super high priced parking. I literally come here to take a break from the rest of the world. And now they have an outside patio to dine, so I will be breaking HARD. Thank the LORD this place survived the pandemic. To Anne/Anna and her family who now own the place...we promise always to support you. read more

Millie's Restaurant & Bakery - Yummm! And they have an outside patio now California Avocado Omelette - Bakeries Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Ok so you can't find a lot of mom and pop restaurants (diners). This place is a gem!! Food is delicious!!! Service is amazing and so friendly! The place takes me back to when I was a kid with the family . Great place a must try really! The owners are awesome! Really a must try! Support local businesses! And I leave in marina del Rey, Ca and I still travel to get their great food! read more

Haven't been here in 6 years, met a friend here for lunch at 11:15 today. Around noon the place was packed. I got a southwest chicken salad. Chicken was tough and bland. Salad didn't seem very fresh but I was starving! My friend got breakfast and said it was pretty good. Service was decent. Place looks exactly the same. Prices are fair, but I remember the food being much better years ago. Parking was completely full by the time we left. read more

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Great food and service as always. The pancakes are always extra fluffy and the strawberry topping is to die for read more

Millie's Restaurant & Bakery - Chorizo Egg Bowl - Bakeries Near Me - Van Nuys, California

My favorite place in the valley. A delicious breakfast, classic diner vibes, and a staff that is so friendly and helpful every time. Been goin here for years ! read more

Food is great. Big menu, something for everybody. Here's why only 2 stars. They've starting to include the tip in your food total. You don't get to choose how much of a tip you want to leave them. if you pay by card right by where you sign it the receipt has a place that says "Tip". I usually go maybe 2 times in a month with 5 of my friends. I can assure you I will not be going back. read more

Breakfast with my blushing bride... we love old-school diners and Millie's qualifies quite nicely! Millie's is an older business and looks a bit like it has been lost in time. For us, that is a good thing. Awaiting us was a good old-fashioned greeting and service. The menus were a bit frayed and sticky but featured a lot of great options... for any meal one chooses to have. I tend to like rather traditional foods and in this case I made a significant exception. The concoction I had was actually fantastic. I have no idea why I dared to do different and quite happy that I did. Fried Chicken Benedict $14.99 Piled high in this order! Mashed potato, country gravy, grilled buttermilk biscuit, fried chicken breast, two eggs any style (we like runny yolks!), hollandaise sauce, diced bacon and green onion. The iced tea was both great tasting and fun since it is served in a big Mason jar. My blushing bride had a vegetable omelette, her regular, and was quite satisfied. From where we sat we could se the solitary cook in the kitch. He was working hard and putting out great food... and quickly. I'm looking forward to a return visit! read more

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In a word, disappointing. We live in the neighborhood and we've eaten at Millie's several times. I get that the cost of business is going up, but seriously?! A year ago I could get an omelet that would be good for 2 meals. Now, I can eat it in 1 meal. Two adult breakfasts and 1 kid's meal was almost $55. Today, the food tasted good, but everyone's food was lukewarm. The service was mediocre at best. Someone was there, apparently getting ready to do work, and was literally measuring the back of the booth while we were eating. Even though it's really convenient, we probably won't go back. read more

This place is fantastic! Excellent food at this prices. We stopped for dinner here as E often so because of the friendly staff and excellent food. read more

Top notch retro diner Everybody-be-cool-it's-a-robbery vibes. Aolid food. Drinks the size of your face. House made ranch.

This place has been around since the 1920s i think. The interior still has that old feel to it. Thought I'd give it a shot while in town. The food just didn't do it for me. My southern scramble lacked some flavor, and the biscuits seemed to be microwaved. The French toast also might've been some pre made heat up. The service was great though. read more

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Millie's is my favorite local diner; I go there for breakfast a few times a month. It's got an old-school warm diner feel, with friendly servers and good food at reasonable prices. read more

On the way home from work I spied Millie's restaurant. Memories of delicious pies filled my mind and taste buds. Millie's is a typical diner-esque feel. Pot roast, fried chicken, hamburgers, and so on. I decided on a Cobb salad. Just enough of all the goodies with a sliced chicken breast topping it off. The ranch dressing was light and flavorful. I could tell it was homemade. My favorite part of the experience was our server Ana. She was very kind and attentive without being pushy. So if you happen to be in the Van Nuys area, stop by Millie's and say hi to Ana. She will brighten your day. read more

Millie's Restaurant & Bakery - Chicken Cobb salad - Bakeries Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Came here for dinner and ordered the southern fried chicken that includes 2 sides with 1/2 chicken. The chicken was the size of a Cornish hen. You can not advertise 1/2 chicken when you are not delivering 1/2 Chicken. The ribs are 2 inches long. I have never seen a chicken this small. The waitress asked the manager who said that is why they give extra chicken that still does not make up for the size. Before ordering I asked to make sure it was as advertised and I was reassured it was and if it was not I would be given more chicken to make up. Apparently that was also false. This is disappointing do not waste your money on this. You will be dissatisfied. Go somewhere else. read more

Millie's Restaurant & Bakery - Questionable chicken - Bakeries Near Me - Van Nuys, California

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