What should I order at The L.A. Cafe?
The L.A. Cafe
Breakfast Burrito
Mentioned multiple times as delicious and highly recommended, noted for being a mouth-watering late-night craving with a special mayo and steak combination that stands out.
Lumberjack Plate
Recommended for being fresh, well-portioned, and complete with tater tots, pancakes, eggs, and bacon; praised alongside the matcha latte.
Steak and Mushroom Panini
Highly praised for its flavorful combination of pesto, arugula, roasted tomato, Swiss cheese, and homemade potato chips, described as an exceptional taste experience.
California Burrito
Described as amazing with a great blend of steak, special mayo, and fries; a popular late-night item with a loyal following despite the price.
Chipotle Chicken Burrito
Rated 10/10 by a reviewer, noted for great flavor and enjoyed especially by those seeking gluten-free options.
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Mentioned as a favorite takeout item, fresh and well-liked for its filling portions.
Nashville Chicken Sandwich
Described as really delicious with fantastic fries, earning a 10/10 rating for taste.
Vegan Patty Melt
Noted for using Impossible meat and vegan cheese, with well-seasoned fries; recommended especially for those seeking vegan options.
Lobster Grilled Cheese
Highlighted for its unique twist with added avocado, providing a fun and enjoyable first-time lobster experience.
Carne Asada Wrap
Called phenomenal and possibly the best thing eaten in LA by a reviewer, highly recommended.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 2 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM to 2 AM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 2 AM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 2 AM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 2 AM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 2 AM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 2 AM |
About The L.A. Cafe
Counter-serve joint offering scratch-made breakfast and sandwiches, plus sidewalk seating.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Beer
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is The L.A. Cafe known for?
It is especially known for breakfast burritos, California burritos, sandwiches, and fries. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the coffee, tater tots, and vegan options, along with strong praise for the friendly service.
What dishes are most recommended at The L.A. Cafe?
Frequently recommended items include the breakfast burrito, lobster grilled cheese, steak and mushroom panini, chicken Caesar wrap, chipotle chicken burrito, and Lumberjack plate. Reviewers also call out the Nashville chicken sandwich, California burrito, fries, and tater tots, so there are several solid picks across breakfast and lunch.
What is the atmosphere like at The L.A. Cafe?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and trendy, with some indoor seating and outdoor sidewalk seating. It seems to work well for solo diners, groups, and people working on a laptop, though several reviews note the inside is small and seating can be limited.
Is The L.A. Cafe good value?
Yes, it is generally seen as good value in the $10 to $20 range, especially for DTLA. Reviewers mention that the portions are filling and well sized for the price, though a few items like the California burrito can feel a little expensive at around $14 with tax.
What should I know about wait times and when to go?
The cafe is often busy and is listed as usually having a wait, with some reviewers mentioning about 20 minutes at midnight for late-night burritos. If you want a calmer visit, earlier daytime hours or takeout may be easier than peak late-night rushes.
Is parking available at The L.A. Cafe?
Yes. Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does The L.A. Cafe have vegetarian options?
Yes, The L.A. Cafe offers vegan options.
Is The L.A. Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, The L.A. Cafe is good for kids.
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