Emmi's

I’m always scouting out for a good burger spot and have had Emmi’s on my list for a while. Finally got to try the smashburger here and it was delicious! Their tater tots were cooked to perfection and the staff were beyond welcoming and friendly - we had a great lunch overall and can definitely recommend a visit to Emmi’s. We came in for a late lunch on a Saturday (AND Valentine’s Day) so we expected it to be packed. The crowds were steady but the staff did a great job of keeping things moving and we really didn’t wait long for our food etc. For my drink I couldn’t resist their February special - the Chocolate Covered Strawberry Latte (iced). It had a delightful balance of smooth coffee blended with the chocolate and strawberry - I very much enjoyed it but it was insanely sweet - perfect for all those out there with a sweet tooth lol. Hubby ended up with a “golden latte” (hot) - they had “golden milk” on the menu but I asked them to add a double espresso shot to the golden milk concoction of tumeric, ginger and cinnamon and it was excellent! Not too sweet and perfect spice levels. Would get again. For our lunch hubby went with the Southwest Tostada Salad with chicken and I went for the Double Smashburger with mayo instead of burger sauce. Hubby was very happy with his salad and it was presented beautifully. My smashburger was excellent - two quality patties smashed to perfect thinness level with velvety, melty American cheese in between topped with a perfect amount of grilled onions. It had a delectable char flavor and the bread was soft and fluffy - it’s a really solid burger overall. Paired with their flawless tater tots it’s a great contender in the SGV and I’d get this again. Portions are “just enough” and I appreciated that we were both able to finish our meals without feeling overly stuffed. Prices are a tad high but on par for the area and everything is good quality. Vibes are outdoorsy and fun with hidden bears in their wall art. The owners are the chefs and Sierra Madre natives - they’re proud of their roots and are very active in the community. Truly a lovely local business to support! They have free WiFi, a free water station, and a great selection of Emmi’s merch, coffees, and items from local artists. Parking is free street parking with several free (timed) lots in the surrounding area. Sierra Madre is an adorable little foothills town and very walkable - a great place to meander and work off your lunch!

I stop in when I can. Coffee, food and staff are phenomenal. If you come in enough times, they’ll remember you and your drink order. I’ll add 1 egg to the kids plate and it’s a perfect size breakfast for me. Sometimes the grab and go breakfast burritos are occasionally smaller certain days but overall a good grab and go option. The staff is extremely accommodating, considering all of the early morning blue-hair specials but they get it done with 100% hospitality. Cheers to the team both front and back of house.

Wonderful breakfast place. Busy but space indoor or outside. Cuisine is fresh tasty and pure pleasure for your mind and body. Too tight inside for your furry friend but ample space outside in front. If in the area highly suggest stopping by. Recommend. Avocado 🥑 toast.

Fantastic brunch place that is packed on weekends. Their menu offers both brunch and lunch options, and you order at the counter and they bring the food out to your table. Large interior with some outdoor seats as well. The food is great and full of flavor. The staff are very friendly. They have self serve water and utensils.

After visiting the LA Arboretum we were looking for a good lunch spot. Emmy’s had a great google rating and was fairly close, so we decided to give it a shot. We ordered at the counter from a very helpful and friendly order taker then took our number and waited at a table. Our order arrived quickly even though it was still weekend lunch rush and few open tables remained. The noise level was quite loud, in part sure to the hard surfaces and the number of children on a Saturday, but it didn’t really distract. I had the pastrami sandwich. I’m a big aficionado of pastrami, so when it comes to one of my favorite meats, my standards are quite high. The pastrami here was no deli pastrami. The rich smoky flavor and hand sliced pieces attested to that. The rind was superb - spicy, smoky, thick and rich. If I have one criticism it is that it was just a little dry for my taste. The sandwich itself had a generous portion of the pastrami on a brioche bun with mustard and fresh pickles. I had no trouble finishing the sandwich, in part because it tasted so good, and in part because it was sized right (not too big, not too small), and in part because I opted not to include fries. Would I recommend the pastrami? You bet I would! My companion ordered the BLT with avocado. When it arrived, it looked huge, but it was because of a huge pile of lettuce on the sandwich. There was plenty of thick sliced bacon as well, so it was very satisfying. If you do order this, don’t get the side salad - it’s redundant. If you are in the area and are craving a good sandwich, do yourself a favor and stop at Emmi’s, you won’t be disappointed!