The Original Pantry Cafe

I love this place! Approaching 100 yrs old (not me, the joint!) and still has that old cafe charm. Chalkboard menus on every wall, no handheld menus. Incredible sour bread toast buttered well for nibbling on while waiting for our meal. I had the Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes and Corn and she brought me apple sauce on request instead of salad. It was delicious. Interesting that the pork chops did not taste seasoned, yet flavorful. I added S&P. Waitress was on it, refilling coffee and making sure we had everything. My daughter got the French toast and we shared the two meals. We found out later that sourdough French toast is available. We will be trying that next time. ✌️

If people are scoring this establishment less than 5, there is something wrong with them. With the amount of customer turnover that comes through these doors to how quick and fresh meals come out AND at such a high quality ... this place deserves 10 stars. Super fluffy hotcakes, perfectly cooked eggs, crispy potatoes every.single.time, huge portion sizes, value for money and incredibly helpful wait staff. Yes, you’re doing everything right! Thank you for your service 😁

If your hungry in Los Angelas and on a limited budget then consider checking out The Original Pantry Cafe at 877 S Figueroa St. Neither fancy nor overpriced this a great little cafe with fair prices, delicious food and huge portions. There is usually a line to get in around the most popular times (breakfast, lunch dinner). They don’t take reservations, you get in line and wait for a table to open. If its a small group consider trying to get a spot at the counter if one of those seats comes open and your standing there its yours. Open 24 hours and be sure to stop at the ATM before visiting though as they only take cash. Service is fast and you will leave full and happy.