The Original Pantry Cafe

Updates

Posted on Dec 24, 2019

Tonight is the night. Stop by the pantry tonight and hang out with your friends while eating a wonderful meal.

Posted on Dec 22, 2019

We are open 24 hours a day. 365 days a year. Come in and see us for your Christmas meal.

Posted on Dec 19, 2019

This year, the Manager and employees of The Original Pantry Café want to wish a Merry Christmas to their boss, the owner.
Richard Joseph Riordan is an American investment banker, businessman, and politician who served as the 39th Mayor of Los Angeles, California serving from 1993 to 2001. He is ...

Posted on Dec 16, 2019

Don't be a Grinch before Christmas. Come into The Original Pantry Café and enjoy a meal that will put a smile on your face.

Posted on Dec 7, 2019

Plan your Christmas meal with The Original Pantry Café and let us take care of all the cooking and cleanup.

Posted on Dec 1, 2019

If your stressed with the Holidays and need a break, then you need to head over to The Original Pantry Café and take a break from your problems and enjoy a meal. Everything looks better after a meal at the Pantry.

Posted on Nov 28, 2019

Posted on Nov 26, 2019

We are going to be busy, but we plan on serving the best Thanksgiving meal in all of Downtown LA. Don't be left out.

Posted on Nov 19, 2019

Guess this turkey is cooked. Follow me for the next 9 days to see what happens.

Testimonials

3 weeks ago

As usual, this place doesn't disappoint. Sourdough toast is addictive, spaghetti and meatballs are like a grandma is back there simmering sauce all day. Coffee, eggs, pancakes, bacon, served all day and night, always fresh and orange juice is fresh squeezed daily. Literally nothing bad to say about this place.

Rebekah

2 months ago

Classic Diner. Fantastic staff and value for money. The food was really good. Can't believe that Denny's down the road is still in business with this place. But I guess there are people that don't want to support the locals. I hope you guys are around for another 95 years.

- Chris S

a month ago

I have been going to the Pantry since I was a little kid. I am never disappointed. When CA natives tell me they've never been to The Pantry I look at them like they're aliens. It is truly an experience. I've always loved it and now my kids love it. No matter what I get on the menu, I always go home with pancakes and a loaf of bread. Love this place!

- Anony M

About us

Established in 1924. The Original Pantry Cafe was opened in 1924 and is owned by former Los Angeles Mayor, Richard Riordan. This LA diner has dished up classic American fare since 1924. Literally, straight through, 24 hours a day, since 1924. The likes of Marilyn Monroe and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. have dined at this iconic diner and it is proudly reflected in the shop’s prevailing throwback spirit. Since their initial one-room, 15-stool space, the Original Pantry Café has grown to become an official Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument and a staple of late night dining in LA. Google has listed them as a local favorite in LA 2019." 95 years in business.