Good old Karen's kitchen. Is it really a five star restaurant? No, probably not, but it's the best we have in the AV. Little pricey but so is everything these days. Good portions. Good food. When I had coworkers visiting the area a while back asking for food recommendations, Karen's kitchen is the one place I told them is probably worth getting breakfast at read more

Karen's kitchen is a spot that I had heard of for sometime now. My brother and I took a trip to Quarts Hill area to experience the food. The diner style interior is very well lite, clean but a bit smaller than I anticipated, they do have a good sized outdoor seating area and an ample parking lot in the back side of the building. The food, we ordered a Reuben Sandwich and a Cheeseburger. From what we had seen, the food looked great. The burger had lettuce, tomato,union, cheese, that oddly was not melted, a nice sauce, pickles and decent looking meat patty, unfortunately the last few bites of the meat patty had a funky taste, like it was a little old, hence the 3 star rating, the burger is also served with a decent amount of fries. The Reuben looked and tasted amazing, also served with a large portion of fries, one of the nice touches on this sandwich was the grilled Pastrami, this was a nice touch, its also served with sauerkraut & Swiss cheese on Rye. I do want to return to try the amazing looking breakfast options, they seem to have a huge variety of options. I also want to commend the wait stay, they were very nice and engaging, they came around multiple times to ensure that we had what we needed. read more

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The food was delicious and the portions were huge. The servers were very patient and accommodating. The restaurant was packed but seemed roomy and warm. I can't wait to go back! read more

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I've been to Karen's many times. Their food is good and plenty of it. The service is fast and they come around to check on you and refill coffee often. read more

The service and food was outstanding . If you want great food in a cozy environment please check them out ! read more

The Original Karen's Kitchen - THE breakfast burrito!! Wow !! Ham and bacon!! What a treat! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lancaster, California

Small town diner feel at this place. Looks like the remodeled recently, and it looks great. Seating area is clean and updated looking. Staff was attentive and friendly. The place filled up while were were there for a Saturday brunch. Food was priced well, and tasted very good. read more

Hello I went there today with my friends and we ate and i went to pay my meal and the server and cashier tried to charge me double and the server was not good very disrespectful and she stared causing at us and started yelling.It wasn't a good experience and rude people. read more

Delicious food. I have digestive issues and can't eat a lot of foods anymore. Server allowed me to read the menu before I sat. I found an omelette I could eat. Food was delicious. That was the best hash brown I have had in a restaurant. Not oily. Didn't need any extra seasoning. Crunchy outside and delicious middle. Service was wonderful. She was cheery and smiling. I appreciate that in the morning. Small diner in quartz Hill. Lovely inside. Don't let the simple interior fool you, food is delicious. Thank you for the delicious meal and wonderful service. Appreciate you all there. read more

Very reasonable and big servings! The best breakfast burritos I've had and the Hobo Eggs ate amazing!! My wife and I come often sit outside,have our coffee and enjoy great meals. We've not been disappointed with the food or service here. Highly recommend! read more

Again, crowded and busy but delicious and excellent hard working food server. Always amazed at how fast and attentive the food service is when the crowds are so big. But the food is absolutely delicious read more

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Food was bomb, it looked like it was remodeled so the inside was nice! Portions were huge but in the best way. Will definitely be going back. read more

Karen's kitchen Ave 50 used have a great avion's cozy and inviting. But now I would not recommend it anymore cold atmosphere. It looks like a barber shop. But I would totally recommend Karen's kitchen Ave L. Cozy inviting, absolutely immaculate diner. The food is great! The server or pleasant. Great audits! You will not be disappointed. read more

Food was horrible gave me cold bacon and when I refused my food she started pointing at me and my spouse you can clearly tell it's not color friendly I will never return at all and for the girl with at the acne we heard everything you said and your are right we could go else where and we did that's why I left that nasty ass sandwich there read more

Food was great, large breakfast portions, kind & friendly staff. Food was ready at the stated pick up time!

Always good food, fast service, friendly staff. Only problem is the biscuits are a little dry. Very clean and well kept.

I came here for the first time. First thing I have noticed was stain on the ceiling panel. I was thinking that maybe that happened recently? I looked at the menu, price is kind of outrageous for the location. If you are charging more for the menu items than Pasadena, Ca, that's not acceptable. I ordered a chorizo con huevos burrito. There's no taste to it and she gave me ketchup packets. I never put ketchup on my burrito. I prefer 3 containers of pico de gallo. The service was ok. But I will not come back here. It doesn't worth to come here for the price or the tasteless food. ¡No bueno! read more

The Original Karen's Kitchen - Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lancaster, California

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This place is amazing . So glad they started serving dinner. It has a wonderful "home cooking" feel (not just the food but also the friendly, caring staff). 10 stars read more

The food is good. Big portions, big enough to share or take home. The waitresses are amazing. they work their butts off. don't forget to tip. read more

The Original Karen's Kitchen - The front of the diner. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lancaster, California

Always consistently delicious. Great service. Always enough food to go, unless you want to bust your gut.

I'm not sure if they changed the cook, but it's different. First few times there everything hit!!! So I was hungry and went there again to eat and was sorely disappointed. Service is great, place is clean, but the food was not worth the money. First, home fries were undercooked with no flavor. There were no eggs in my huevos machaca, cold tortillas and burned tasting coffee. My daughter's bacon was also undercooked. When we said something our friendly waitress took back the bacon and had them cooked all the way, gave us hash-browns and frijoles so that we could Eat something. I think she could tell that I was frustrated. I took everything to go and recooked and seasoned the food. I'm going start cooking, but it's just sad when you spend your hard earned money on something that you can make at home yourself (and it is way better). read more

My partner and I ordered the chilaquiles and unfortunately they were my least favorite chilaquiles I've had in AV so far. We ordered them with over easy eggs and the eggs were well done. The red sauce was less of a red sauce (the way enchilada sauce usually is) and more of a chunky salsa, they also were definitely heavy on the salt to mask that there was not any real flavor to it. And the chips were just so soggy, at that point I don't know if the over easy eggs would have just hurt the dish even more. Also, it said it came with cheese, and in my head I'm thinking cojita cheese or queso fresco, but no. It was just melted cheddar cheese, also no crema, no cilantro. From what I'm told the other food is good, but if you're a chilaquiles person like myself, theirs are not worth it. The hash browns were really good though. read more

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Pork chops were very dry, service was inattentive, you pretty much have to wave them down for both coffee refills and to get your bill. If you're in a little hurry plan on adding an extra half hour to your visit. Further more you get charged for a hidden surcharge fee per person, which they're not upfront with. read more

This morning I was at Karens Kitchen in Quartz Hills 50th St West, with my wife, we left here disappointed, there is no good service, and the food is not very good, and when they gave us our bill, they automatically charged $2 dlrs extra for the high price of the eggs! The waitress never let us know that they are charging that! I don't recommend this place here! read more

The Original Karen's Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lancaster, California

Food was so-so, a bit greasy. We ordered bacon and eggs, omelette and pancakes. Went for Sunday late morning lunch. Great service.

This place deserve a million stars. Best breakfast I've ever had, make you want to lick your finger , that's how good it is, yummy. If you don't come here you're missing out. The waitress were awesome Susan was our waitress ,and she was amazing. We will be going back. read more

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Horrible service you have to wait so long for someone to take your order, bring the bill or bring you anything have to flag them down every damn time. The food has no flavor I got chicken and waffles I got one small breast and 3 random "chicken" nubs an two heavy dense and chewy waffles so gross I tried to eat one corner of that waffle and nope. I got fries worse dry and unflavored fries ever read more

The Original Karen's Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lancaster, California

So I see there is a bit of controversy with the new ownership/changes made. Me personally am very happy with the new improved Karen's kitchen. By comparison the there is better seating, and finally not a cash only option. Great menue options, have not had anything that dissapoints so far. Good portions, Friendly service overall a great experience we will be back. The only con I would note and agree with others on is the coffee cups are way too small, a couple sips and you need a refill, otherwise i have no complaints. read more

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The most amazing service. We came for the first time and not only did they give us great service but they treated a gentleman in a wheelchair with the most love and kindness helping him with his straw and counting his change and every server knew his name and said good morning. We will come back just because of the service and the food is great and huge portions. And we can study the Bible after church in place that's open and warm. read more

Lunch dates with Papa are always nice, especially when we get to eat local! Today we both ordered a burger, mine was the BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger, no bun. Also, the three meat omelette was ordered today. The restaurant was clean and cool, as it always is! Suzanna was a great server, and attentive to our needs. There's always too much food for the price, but boy is it worth it! read more

The Original Karen's Kitchen - BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger lettuce wrapped, and home fries. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lancaster, California

Great breakfast & service, food is always made fresh! Plus I love the location! They even serve lunch items.

Was there on Saturday. Had great food with HUGE portions . Don't order more than you think you can eat, as the portions were easily double most other places. Service was phenomenal! Suzanna took great care of us. We were the only table outside and it would be easy to forget about us. But not Suzanna. She was out there checking up on us not forgetting a single thing. Easily the best combo of food and service I have seen from a diner in this area. read more

Found this place on YELP. I really like it. Parking is plentiful. The service is great and the food is awesome. I had the chicken fried steak and biscuit and gravy... VERY good.. Linda was a great waitress and the price was good. Definitely a place I'd come back to. read more

This place is one of my favourites. It doesn't matter if you're going for breakfast or lunch this place is great. The portions are huge, so be prepared to get two meals in one . You will be taking her to go home with you . Great food never disappointed Chicken and waffles is one of my favourites and the country steak and gravy both are delicious. Service is good and the ambience is pleasant . read more

The mashed potatoes are from scratch a huge plus. Salad was a typical garden salad. Hubby put in my order from the txt I sent him. If extra bacon means just one extra slice‍ I have no words. Extra onions...that's also questionable. I can live with all of that. But because of the main ingredient, please read below Why only 3 stars, look at the pictures. Liver was cut very thin, so over cooked it could pass for jerky. Very tough, dry and not tasteful at all. I've never had liver this tough. in order to try apiece of it I had to use one of my kitchen knifes to cut it. This is a quantity over quality issue. I've taken 3 bites and just can't finish it. Just way to tough‍ This is my honest opinion. I can't think of refrigerating this and warm it up. It'll be a non edible frisbee. I live right up the street and this would've been my new go to liver onion place. It was always Claim Jumpers, yes a bit of a drive but they are currently not making them. It's not on the menu. If you know about it and let them know you know, you'll get an awesome liver and onions. I had to resorts to biting off pieces, really tough. I'm abhorrent to leaving negative comments, but needed to be said. Very disappointed Oy Vey.‍ read more

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Great food, awesome service . We were able to take our small dog and enjoy a meal on Father's Day

About what you'd expect from a diner. Nothing impressive but nothing terrible either. Everything is just basic from food to the service. Id only go here if Dennys had burned down. Also why is every Karen's the Original. Like its just an odd naming convention. read more

Today we passed through Quartz Hill on our way home from seeing the poppy's in bloom. We were hungry. On Google, we found Karen's Kitchen. It was a good thing we did as we had a delicious, hearty breakfast / lunch. Food was really hot. Served quickly by Veronica. Service was excellent. The place is simple, quaint and clean. Menu has a really nice selection. Prices are normal for California. Parking is easy. It's popular so there may be a small wait. read more

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I've been going to this restaurant for years it's one my favorites and close to my home. The service and amount of food you get, is a great value for the money. It does get crowded for the breakfast rush so that should tell you something about how popular this restaurant is. read more

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Really good food and coffee. Friendly staff and cozy atmosphere. I've enjoyed this spot for breakfast a few times and have never been disappointed. read more

The best ever chicken and waffles! My goodness! Now! The portions are large and delicious! Your taste buds will thank you for allowing them to experi read more