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The Original Pantry Cafe

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4.5(8,128)
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Location & Hours

Address

877 S Figueroa St
Los Angeles, California 90017
United States
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About The Original Pantry Cafe

Casual diner, open since 1924, dishing up ample portions of American eats around the clock.

Price range
moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on November 13, 2025.

4.5/5
Based on 8,128 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Monica Marianes

a year ago

The best breakfast place I have ever been to. The pancakes were fluffy and delicious. Sausage was out of this world good and juicy, the more you taste it the better it gets. Potatoes got good crisp on...

Mihai B

11 months ago

Very interesting experience for a European person as this brought me back to the American movies and their diners. The food was very good, the atmosphere was nice as well and I am glad I got to experi...

Miracle Jide-Adebayo

a year ago

A must visit when in LA! My friends and I went during our long weekend visit in LA, and it was so worth it. No reservations, only walk-ins and it is a wait, a wait that is really worth it! It’s a love...

Lily Tang

a year ago

Nice food, huge portion for Asians, value for money, fast service. Expect to queue after 8.30am. The grease smell is strong within the restaurant so you also smell like the food after dining. But it's...

Jen Garone

a year ago

Basic breakfast joint that isn’t that cheap. My pancakes were not fully cooked. Amazing that they give you more bacon than egg given egg is probably cheaper. Service is efficient. I suspect people lik...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Diners generally have very positive experiences, often highlighting the restaurant as a worthwhile visit and a standout breakfast spot. The overall sentiment indicates high satisfaction.

Customer Favorites

Pancakes are consistently praised for their taste and texture, often described as fluffy and delicious. Sausage and salsa are also frequently mentioned as exceptional and highly recommended.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is often described as having a lovely, vintage, or diner-like atmosphere. Service is generally praised as quick, efficient, friendly, and attentive, with staff ensuring customers are well taken care of.

Value & Quality

Portions are consistently described as huge, offering good value for money, especially considering the generous servings. Food quality is generally high, with many customers highlighting the delicious taste and consistent preparation.

Areas for Improvement

Pancakes being undercooked was mentioned. A strong grease smell within the restaurant was also noted as a potential drawback.

Recent Trends

No recent trends could be determined from the provided reviews.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Original Pantry Cafe located?

The Original Pantry Cafe is located at 877 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA.

What is the price range at The Original Pantry Cafe?

The Original Pantry Cafe is listed as moderately priced.

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