Crema's Take
“Cafe Fresco draws people in for generous, well-executed breakfast dishes like fluffy pancakes and garden omelets that justify the detour, though the kitchen's quality control can be inconsistent with produce. The casual, family-friendly vibe and outdoor seating make it feel more like a neighborhood gathering spot than a coffee destination, so visit with realistic expectations about coffee quality but optimistic ones about the food and atmosphere.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →We were in the Beverly Groove area of LA and found this gem of a restaurant! We ordered the American Breakfast and were so impressed with the food, the staff, the atmosphere, and loved that it felt like we were in a real neighborhood!!! We walked to The Grove, enjoyed the…
Me and my husband came from Texas to specifically try this restaurant out and it didn’t disappoint! It was so GOOD!! Highly recommend the encebollado and seco de pollo!
Ordered food with a friend. Her sandwich was good. My Pear salad had too many leaves that were wilted & bad. I had to go through it and pick them out. Yuck. Everything else was delicious.
I forgot to post a review about this diner. This was 2 years ago and i enjoyed eating their huge servings of pancakes. The ambience was cozy and food was great too. Worth a try!
Pleasantly surprised! Much more than expected. I came for the coffee, and stayed for the garden omelet (I added the Tapatio sauce). Had a hankering for a pancake so added 1. Love the chilled water and service. Food was excellent! Will be back for more breakfasts AND also want…
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