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The Griddle Cafe

Breakfast Spot and Diner$$$$

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The Griddle Cafe

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Ranked #1 for pancakes in Los Angeles
The experts at LA Weekly and Eater recommend this place
"Order the red velvet pancake - with a side of extra friends, please."(40 Tips)
"Enjoy fresh brewed coffee served in a french press coffee maker."(11 Tips)
"The golden ticket pancake is really good!"(10 Tips)
"CREME DE LA CREME FRENCH TOAST IS MY GO TO, ALWAYS"(96 Tips)

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Justin OrdovezaNovember 25, 2014
You can order just one of the pancakes instead of getting three. They are large and extremely filling. The mounds of pleasure was delicious with the Nutella and toasted coconut all topped with cream.
EaterAugust 4, 2016
This uber-popular Hollywood breakfast specializes in pancakes, with varieties like red velvet and Oreo cookie. The place is jammed packed all the time, so get there early. Read more
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EaterAugust 18, 2016
Perhaps Los Angeles’ most famous diner, The Griddle is a home for outsized pancakes and long lines any time of day. There’s a reason the place is among the best-reviewed diners anywhere in the city. Read more
Jelisa BeatyNovember 16, 2015
If you get pancakes here be sure you're really hungry. The pancakes taste amazing but they are giant. I've had the scotch on the rocks pancakes and their steak tacos are amazing too!
Tyler BarringtonSeptember 7, 2018
Red velvet pancake was really only nice to look at. The cappuccino wasn’t good but the orange juice was delicious. Don’t see how this the #1 breakfast spot in LA unless we’re basing that on IG likes
Sandrene MathewsDecember 14, 2016
The Slash was an amazing challenge to my ability to consume spicy food. But an oh so delicious challenge! I substituted potatoes instead of chicken chorizo and it was heavenly.
Martin CunananJanuary 9, 2017
Those pancakes were the bomb! 🥞 We got the black magic/oreo and peanut butter stacks and huevos rancheros for protein.Unimaginably HUGE portions. An order of a stack can be good for 4 people.
Achille KollaJuly 11, 2015
Everything is good here! You cannot go wrong. Long line but absolutely worth the wait. The portions are ginormous but delicious. Get the sunset omelette or the red velvet pancakes.
Lana DJanuary 15, 2015
All rhe gd things said about those pancakes are true! HUGE and delicious!! We had the blueberry pancakes and added strawberries on top. Also had muscle smg, eggs and spinach, good as well
Justin OrdovezaNovember 25, 2014
Great place for breakfast but be warned this place is packed. Park behind the rite aid. The some like it hot scramble was great. The salty tortilla chips were great with the scramble.
Michelle Arnaiz-Dela RosaJune 10, 2015
Oh M G!! This place rocks! Everything we ate was awesome. It's a little bit small and it gets really packed so you have to be patient but this was worth the wait.
Majed AlashariFebruary 16, 2017
Pancakes normally comes as 3 layers & it is so big. So ask for ONE layer only. Red velvet pancake was nice. Nutella franch toast was so delicious.
Michael CJuly 7, 2017
Best pancakes anywhere. They come in a stack of 3. It would take 4 people to eat them. Order one pancake if you don't have a couple people to share with.
Chloe Cole 👑June 30, 2012
Very attractive waiters. I recommend the whole wheat pancakes (just ask for 1) and the Gone Shrimpin for eggs. Cant go wrong with the french toast either. Delish fresh squeezed OJ too! Love this place
deema moeJune 24, 2018
kind and friendly staff, “some like it hot scrambled” was delicious 😋Definitely I will come again for the scrambled ❤️
Abdullah AlrajhiJanuary 6, 2015
The place is awesome, tried the cookie French toast and it is crunchy, just a heads up. If you come with your loved one, just order one plate only,all what they have are huge sizes, we couldn't finish
Lynette StephenMay 11, 2015
Everything is great here. I'm a fan of the Charlie's Scramble, I believe it's called. The waiters are cute and hella cool. Sundays are two-for-one Mimosas! Oh, and two celebrity sightings there so far
Ziyad mOctober 8, 2018
The food was delicious . But the service very bad . For me the best thing you can order pancakes . Note : The size of pancakes huge . For 2 people one slice more than enough .
Eijae ZandersNovember 8, 2018
Red. Velvet. Pancake!!! The Black Magic (Oreo) Pancake ....omg. every single pancake here is AMAZING and they are as big as your head so all you need to order is the pancake and nothing else
Rebecca RowlandOctober 13, 2012
One plate of pancakes feeds 3. Try "tis the season." Best pumpkin pancakes on the face of the planet. So worth the looking wait to get seated. French press is great too.
Wayne HobdyNovember 6, 2015
You will love this crowded breakfast spot next to the Directors Guild Building. Just don't complain when your expectations are exceeded - just tip your waiter well (he/she will prove to be worthy).
laurie hickeyAugust 2, 2013
Parking can be tricky and if you don't go early on the weekends, you are in for a long wait. It is very tight and cramped inside but the food is definitely worth it! Can't go wrong with pancakes!
Lyd A.February 9, 2013
Loved it! Went at 3p on a Saturday & there was no line AND we got front door parking! Mom's French Toast for me (incredible!) & Sunset People for the hubby (really incredible!) I'd totally go back.
CamelBack DownFeatherJuly 9, 2013
BEST BREAKFAST PLACE EVER! Downside, long wait; but it's an indication of how good this place is. Come with a friend, share a savory and a sweet dish. Just close your eyes & pick, everything is good.
Amanda ASeptember 30, 2018
This place was INCREDIBLE! While they have a full menu, when you go for the first time, you have to get brekky! #raspberrylemonpancakes
Ameen AqeelDecember 29, 2015
You have to exercise for a week to burn off the scrumptious peanut butter bubba French toast, I'd ask for less powdered sugar and cream.
Nate TinnerDecember 23, 2016
Portion sizes for the pancakes are truly a sight to behold. Later, I met a guy claiming to have finished his and half of someone else's. I'm hesitant to befriend him, because I don't befriend liars.
Pineapple FroyoFebruary 1, 2019
Loved the golden ticket pancake! If you can’t finish the stack but don’t want to order less, take home the leftovers! It stays super moist and tasty even hours later :)
Raghad KhJune 8, 2016
banananna pancake, blueberry pancake, kicking and screaming tacos. order one pancake it will be more than enough for 2 to 3 persons.
Katerina👑🔨💍 IeromonachouMay 26, 2016
Creme de la creme French toast and mounds of pleasure pancake and the hash it up eggs!!! Absolutely perfect!!
Hessao_September 25, 2016
After being here a couple of times I would say my #1 is the cookie french toast, then mama's french toast then it's not a secret anymore "order half portion of everything"
David CobbJuly 24, 2013
The pancakes are enormous - see photo with iPhone to get scale! Very tasty but far too much for a mere mortal :) Good tip is to eat from the middle so you get some of the filling before you're full.
Glenn StreetNovember 5, 2017
Queues out of the door. Buzzing and lively inside. Classic US-size portions. The pancakes are the thing here - absolutely huge. Loads of other great breakfast options too.
Hessao_August 10, 2015
Redvelvet was worth trying,,, too sweet though.. I would personally recommend mama's french toast 👍🏻 but do not have it after tasting the red velvet
LA WeeklyAugust 4, 2014
On a Sunday morning, the Griddle is really loud: clattering pans, a hundred shouted conversations, amplified rock & roll bouncing off the high ceilings. Read more
Lailanie GadiaNovember 10, 2013
Great Sunday brunch experience! I love their French Toast and lively atmosphere! It's best to visit after 2pm when the wait isn't very long. Must come back to try their pancakes!
naveenJanuary 11, 2012
great spot to sit outside one morning, people watch and eat a great breakfast: mainly pancakes bigger than your face.
Omar LeyanoDecember 19, 2016
Their Nutella French Toast is great. Also their breakfast tacos are amazing and they are a lil but spicy but not much
Christine PlatzerMay 12, 2014
Phenomenal! Just Phenomenal! Go hungry! My graham cracker crusted cheesecake french toast was huge and a plate of Heaven! If I'm in Cali ever again I'll be going back!!!!!
Jeffy G.July 1, 2013
Definitely worth the wait. Go for Mother's French toast & French press coffee... but don't go acting like Pierre & forgetting your deodorant!
Eric ScottSeptember 2, 2018
Warning! Do not attempt to eat the pancakes alone. It's impossible. In fact, order two dishes to share among at least 3 people. The serving sizes are huge!
EdelNovember 7, 2015
The french toast is a MUST together with the pancake, but the red velvet pancake its too much sweet and i hated. The service is very fast, i liked it :)
رامز الفايزAugust 10, 2018
If you want to order a pancake bring your friends or family with you ;)
M AguirreMay 10, 2013
Jason has great service and is very helpful with clarifying any questions on the menu and even helps you make up your mind if you are stuck between 2 choices. Awesome server :)
Rockie TMay 19, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The Peanut Buttah French Toast is to die for - an order is good enough for two! PS: You can order single pancakes if you'd like! Will definitely come back before I leave.
Nick SonstebyOctober 3, 2019
“Poached Y Papas” Benedict was delicious. Potato skins, ham, poached eggs, and hollandaise for days.
Alia AlawiDecember 3, 2014
Try their hot scramble and if you want a healthy option go for the "muscle bound scramble".. pancakes and french toast to die for but ask for a half portion
@irabrianmillerDecember 8, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Ya know, you can order just one pancake as opposed to the traditional three. Three just ruins your afternoon. You're welcome.
Mia PetrarcaAugust 18, 2013
Arrive EARLY! It's 8:30 and this place is packed. People line up for miles... Come hungry - 3 of us are sharing one stack of pancakes! Gargantuan! Delicious. Enjoy!!
DeemaSeptember 4, 2014
The oreo pancakes are good but not as good as the Nutella french toast... though i would recommend you to share them 'cause they're huge!

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