Ryan B
Amazing! Food and service was great. They offer a HUGE variety of food. The menu is huge and the staff were extremely helpful, attentive and polite. Our coffee never reached 1/2 and it was topped up without even asking. The food came out very quickly and it was delicious! We had the Carnitas Rancheras and Erndog. They were two of the best breakfasts we’ve eaten. This is a must!
… moreAimee Arreygue
Did a quick visit to Battleship Iowa museum down at the Harbor of San Pedro with my family. After walking around the ship for a couple of hours, we were starving. Food offerings on board were limited. A quick yelp search turned me to Happy Diner, about four blocks from the museum on Centre Street in San Pedro (a 15 minute walk, although we drove due to mobility issues). They were in their last hour of service, but were friendly and welcoming. It was diner food, but honestly, hit the spot in that moment. I got the chili, and it was good. I would return if in the area again.
… moreJeffrey Rosenthal
Was in the San Pedro area for one day before a cruise. Needed a place within walking distance from our hotel for breakfast. Found Happy Diner. Food was great. I ordered a Swiss cheese omelette with diced tomatoes. Came with home made potatoes and toast (rye with butter). My wife ordered the 2 eggs, 2 pancakes, and 2 slices of crispy delicious bacon. Everything was delicious. Brenda provided terrific service. Stopped by often for coffee refills and to see if everything was ok. A great place for breakfast. They had lunch and dinner items as well on the menu. Highly recommend.
… moreS D M
Best blueberry pancakes I’ve ever had – ordered them 3 days in a row, turkey sausage was also very yummy. Friendly servers, no wait, I’d definitely go back.
… moreChris Zigo
Wonderful cozy breakfast and lunch spot near the LA waterfront. Delicious dining inside or out with fast friendly service. Highly recommend the huevos rancheros, waffles or biscuits.
… moreDiane Lefebvre
Found this wonder place while walking around. Service was excellent. She recommend the cheese burger (which was huge ) My friend and I shared it. It was delicious. Great spot for a bite to eat
… moreC Ph
First time trying biscuits in gravy and wow so delicious I threw in some bacon strips which made them extra delish, amazing waffles (fresh fruit), awesome service. Luckily one of the workers pointed us inside while my bf and I were in the rain in search of waffles so happy coincidence
… moreElissa Hernandez
First time eating here in person and was better than I remembered it to go. I had the azteca omelette and it was delicious. Their coffee did not taste the greatest though. I had to add a little more flavored creamer than usual to drink it. Overall, it was a positive experience and I look forward to returning to try other things on their menu.
… moreJoseph A. Sherkat
Good local restaurant. Good mushroom burger. Good service. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for a casual meal. Each dish is prepared with fresh ingredients, ensuring a delightful experience for every palate. The staff is attentive and friendly, always ready to offer recommendations. Overall, it’s a hidden gem that keeps patrons coming back for more.
… moreCarmen Lam
Great food and selection. The menu has many Hawaiian and Mexican inspired dishes. Music was playing in the kitchen that made me of Hawaii.
The whole place has a small town diner feel, including the unsightly wall of restaurant supplies messily stacked against a wall in the backroom.
I got a cinnamon roll french toast which was like a smooshed cinnamon roll. the pancake has a nice crisp in the edge which tasted delicious with their salted butter. I wish I had some white toast to go with that yummy butter.
Part of my mom’s pancakes were gummy though, she thinks they added cornstarch cause it does have similar texture to the store bought arepas.
She ordered the Happy Diner special which consist of 2 eggs, 2 pancakes, 2 bacon or sausage.
Sausage were slighty spicy and tasty even though I am used to smaller sausage links (these were similar to English bangers and smash sizes).
I made the mistake of ordering a fried jalapeño for breakfast. I am definitely a wimp, I will leave that to the pros.
The Tshirt owner across the street said Jack Black
and the Red Chili peppers ate there recently. This cute little diner must have good food cause it isn’t some fancy hollywood diner. It is more like a place you see on Guy’s tv show “diner, drive-in and dives”.
Pricing was very reasonable. Too bad I was full because they has so many things I wanted to try.
Hopefully I can try them again on my way back to San Pedro.
Sorry I didn’t get to take many pictures of the food. Everything looked so delicious that I started to eat before taking some.
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