The Griddle Cafe

"Giant portions, friendly service and French-press coffee keep the wooden tables and U-shaped counter full all morning at this tasty breakfast joint favored by Hollywood’s young and tousled." Full review

""Hubcap-sized" pancakes in myriad "over-the-top" combinations and other "amazing" treats "drive lines of locals and tourists" to this "gold standard" of American breakfast spots." Full review

"The postmodern Hollywood version of a diner, where the pancakes, chilli and omelettes come with various outlandish toppings (Oreos, breakfast cereal, etc), and the cheesecake French toast will make you cheer."

"A useful standby in this part of town, this is a greasy spoon as only West Hollywood knows how, which is to say that it's not in the least bit greasy." Full review

"A hip, young crowd---including the occasional famous face---converges to tackle funky breakfast items like Eyes Wide Open." Full review

"Brunch with the stars--of the WB."

"Why do we put cream in coffee? Or dressing on salad? Or crushed Oreos and a gallon of whipped cream on The Griddle’s pancakes? Because when something otherwise tastes like total garbage,..." Full review