Comfort Food Restaurants near Glendale, CA

“Every part of the experience is stellar. Get there early for an outdoor seat. You can taste that the food is prepared with a lot of care - grilled meat, freshly charred veg, perfect rice, bright garlic sauce. It needs no adornment! The owner is a sweetheart as well. His son runs a very efficient operation from the front.“

“I had breakfast and my friend had lunch. I ordered a la carte a pancake, egg and bacon. The egg was not cooked the way I liked it (even after I was specific with my order) and by the time I was bought another I was over it. The bacon was made properly so it was good along with the pancake however, the syrup had a strange taste. Overall, I was displeased as my food was cold and we all know breakfast food is better nice and hot. My friend had the BLT and that was actually very good (I did taste it) so I recommend the it. Though he was nice, I could tell my server was overwhelmed as it was hard to get his attention when needed. Though it was decent, there are things that need to be improved. Also, this place isn't very big so make a reservation as walking in could possibly have you waiting a long time for a table or put you at the bar.“

“Good food big portions. Fast service.“

“Their delicious and exquisite spread was catered to an event, and we could not be more pleased! The oxtail patty and goat roti wraps were superb. The patties/empanadas have their fillings stamped on them, which is a cute and smart idea! (We had seafood, chicken, and oxtail) Their cucumber salad was fresh and flavorful. Unfortunately, I got so full that I didn't get the chance to try everything else. My vegetarian friend said their roti was really good!

To top it all off, this is a black and queer owned business. Be careful if you go because everything was so good that I wanted to slap my mama. See what amazing things our community can do when we support each other?!“

“Another ktown classic which I’m so glad I finally got to try. Sul lung tang is such a comforting dish for me with the warm hearty soup. I got the mixed which came with brisket, flank, intestine, tripe, tongue etc, although you can customize it however you want. I topped mine with a generous helping of spring onion, seasoned with salt and paper, poured in my bowl of rice and proceeded to slurp the bowl till I could lick the bottom. Thinking about it makes me drool. Highly highly recommended!!
We got lucky and there was no wait when we arrived but by the time we were done eating, the line was out the door! Service is quick they only serve cabbage and radish kimchi for banchan.“

“This hidden gem is wonderful. She runs the back of the house, he runs the front. Food is incredible, it’s just a great little patio setting. We were able to bring our dog in and she laid in the sun, the owner brought her over a bowl of water and a doggy treat. We came on a Friday and it was very quiet and relaxing, the owner said the weekends are a bit crazy. You just don’t see this kind of place very often, must go!“

“Nick (community ambassador/server) and Brandon (GM) are what makes us consistently come back to this location. Their level of service, attentiveness and care is next level. They always elevate our experience, and you can tell they truly love what they do. We’re grateful for them and love our dining experiences! Highly recommend coming to this location.“

“Pretty good option, I was so glad they have tons of vegan options! This is a great place
to eat if you are vegan but have a meat eating friend they have something for everyone. I just got a bahn mi but hope to come back for more. It tasted way better than the pic I took. Service was a little slow but supposedly they make everything from scratch.“

“The food is good, but the management and the staff are out of this world. Keith, Mel, and the rest of the establishment thank you. Dennis and Stacey will definitely be back.“

“We have been meaning to try Hail Mary for awhile now and finally ordered online for pickup. The food was ready fast. It was delicious and packaged well for the ride home. The gentleman that greeted us made sure the order was complete prior to me leaving. We’ll be back!“

“The food at Star of India is excellent. They have a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan, and standard items, all worth trying. The service is prompt and the staff are friendly and helpful.“

“Amazing authentic Korean food! The kkakdugi was incredibly fresh and delicious, and all of the side dishes were excellent. The food was flavorful, the portions were generous, and the service was warm and friendly. Highly recommend this restaurant if you're craving authentic Korean comfort food. I'll definitely be back!“

“I ordered through online and I'm glad I did. It's nice to see the coupon online that motivated me to do it and then deliver driver was great. His name was Juan. Yes the good good They didn't forget anything exactly what I ordered and definitely check this place out.“

“I was in LA a couple of weeks ago on business and found this spot the day before leaving and that's my biggest regret. Wish we'd found it the first day we we're there I'd have been eating there everyday. The food and atmosphere are excellent and a live DJ playing music we all grew up on (can you dig it ✊?). The purple (grape) kool-aid was a blast from the past fo so.“

“After seeing a suggestion in a FB group, decided to give this place a try at around 3pm on a Sunday. The lady that rang me up had a welcoming personality and another lady delivered it with a beautiful smile! The menu options are affordable. the food was so fresh and the restaurant was very clean! My day started out ho hum, but with the amazing friendly service and great food, it made my day I left with my tummy and heart happy. This will probably be my new Sunday spot Appreciate Y'ALL!“

“Chi Chi never disappoints! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and made with care. The staff is friendly, attentive, and creates such a welcoming atmosphere every time I visit. The portions are generous, the restaurant is clean, and the overall experience is consistently excellent. Sean and Kenya are the best!!!! Highly recommend and will definitely be back!“

“Small shop that sells donuts, burgers, teriyaki and other delicious foods. I ordered a combination teriyaki plate including beef and chicken. It was delicious, very plentiful and quick.
It was near closing time when I arrived but the lady who took my order was welcoming and while I was waiting for my food she gave me a chocolate donut. Although there isn't a lot of room they have a few tables inside and the atmosphere was nice. If you're around and want something quick, tasty and affordable I recommend checking it out!“

“Love all of this place, we lived in Portland and the Thai food there is delicious but this place has a different level of flavor!! The pork fried rice is delicious and the fried chicken special is soft tender and crunchy at the same time hahaha the Oreo fried dessert is the best compliment to your food. Not super sweet!
The spring rolls have tofu and shrimp super filling food with good taste. The price is reasonable for the serving size and the atmosphere is cute with tones of outdoors seating with shade and some in door options with AC.
Very recommended!“

“It’s slow to get your order, but that’s because it’s made fresh. If your in a hurry, take it to go. Otherwise, the chicken is excellent.“

“Absolutely delicious Indian cuisine. I dined in with the lamb tandoori tikkha with saag paneer, basmati rice, garlic naan, and a mango lassi. Everything was fresh and on point. The waitress was friendly and the ambience was clean with relaxing jazz piano playing. Highly recommended!“

“I’ve been 3 times in the past 3 weeks. Service and food is fantastic! Highly recommend Smitty’s Grill.“

“hands down my #1 korean food joint! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“Great dinning place to eat and the music So lovable ❤️“

“I love this place! I used to live nearby and i stumbled in right at opening time my first day. they have a wait if you're going at popular times. Small strip mall parking.

wow, i became a loyal fan of the cheonggukjang, which i never had before. The owner is kind, and it feels like we're being taken care of like I'm at their home.

i am not korean, and especially at that early time 10 years ago I was often the only non-korean... but when they saw me eating cheonggukjang not bbq, i got some nods of approval 🤣 One korean man came up to my table after i ate once and asked me how i know this soup because it's controversial with even koreans.

But i loveeee fermented foods. and honestly, anytime i was sick this soup made me better in a day. I miss living so close to it, i have to make special trips to go now.

I tell all lovers of korean food to go here!“

“Oh yes. My wife and I have passed this place many times when visiting the adjacent Flower market in DTLA - and it was always busy. After we had all our flowery-needs yesterday I asked my wife to Yelp "best breakfast in DTLA" and it popped up - the Poppy & Rose - and we were standing in front of it. I must say two things: I did not find the ambiance too appealing and they you could hear through the open door it was extremely loud. Still, we gave it a try - and I can tell you: it was delicious. Our server - one you would describe as the typical California surfer boy - was extremely charming - so despite the so-so ambiance (the vibe of this place was great though) and the noise we will definitely go again. Would we make a 30+ min detour just to eat here (mandatory in my rating scheme to achieve five out five): again, oh yes!“

“Freshly made empanadas is one the best in the LA county. Fantastic empanadas with fresh ingredients, flaky crusts, and great flavors. Friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere. They offer a wide variety of options for both meat lovers and vegetarians. Plenty of choices to satisfy every taste, making it easy for groups to find favorites.“

“Wish i was living very close to this amazing place … as soon as I stepped in , i knew it will be more then great. It smelled like home food, not like a restaurant , i got lamb pancakes, oh god it was soooo good, juicy , flavorful, i even almost cried when realized only one left out of 4… only one bad thing about it, i want it MOOORREEE!!! :)“

“What a fantastic spot to enjoy authentic Korean cuisine! The Soy Sauce Marinated Crab (Ganjang-gejang), Spicy Marinated Crab (Yangnyeom-gejang), and Braised
Short Ribs (Galbi-jjim) were all absolutely amazing. The service was top-notch, and I’ll definitely be coming back here again!“

“Solid Korean spot near LACMA – great value and no misses

We were heading to LACMA and needed to grab a bite beforehand. Found this place with solid reviews, only about 15 minutes away, so we gave it a shot.

Walked in and it's cozy and welcoming – lots of Korean folks just relaxing with their soups. Always a good sign, right?

The menu is surprisingly affordable – seollongtang starts at just $13.67. We ordered a bunch and nothing disappointed.

- Kimchi and pickled radish – perfectly tangy and refreshing.
- Barley tea – genuinely the best I've ever had.
- Raw marinated shrimp ($8.21)– four pieces for that price? Incredible deal.
- Braised short ribs – highly recommended by other reviewers for a reason. Several big pieces, super flavorful, and even the tofu and radish underneath soaked up all that rich sauce.
- Beef rib soup – big ribs in there, no skimping. The glass noodles and radish were also delicious.
- Assorted seollongtong (#1) – tripe was clean with zero gamey taste, and the glass noodles absorbed the broth beautifully.

Everything hit the spot. If you're museum-hopping or just craving comforting Korean food that won't break the bank, this place is a great stop.“

“The sound at The Mint is fantastic and there’s always a cool vibe from the crowd. It’s a wide room so you can see well from anywhere. Food is very good (I LOVE the cheesesteak sandwich and shrimp salad) and great drinks. So many popular musicians got their start there and you never know who’ll pop up on stage or in the audience. Really fun! Highly recommend 😄“

“LATE REVIEW.

Finding little neighborhood gems when it comes to food has always been an exciting experience for me. Having family alongside makes the journey more special. We chose Holy Saints to announce our baby's gender with our parents and we had an amazing time during our intimate dinner here.

The restaurant's ambiance was the perfect combination of homey and inviting. It is a smaller place and the number of tables are limited so I highly suggest making a reservation when dining here. During our dinner, it was a bit difficult to have a full blown conversation as the place was packed with guests when we came plus the loud background music that was playing the whole night.

Service and food were nothing but amazing! Their menu is very limited. Maybe not everyone will appreciate that, but I think it is more intentional on what is being served to the table. Our highlight of the night was the Grandpa's Pan Roasted Duck Magret Au Poivre for sure. It was so tender on the inside and crispy on the outer edges! We never had a meal like that elsewhere and we will for sure be back just because of it.“

“It is your typical mom and pop's Korean soup joint. The atmosphere is like a cafeteria filled with photos of the past, simple and clean. It has a small menu, but the soup base is amazing. The beef broth has tremendous amount of flavor, clean, rich, the beef and tendons are succulent. The soup is not seasoned (salted) so you can taste the original beef flavor, and you can add the salt as you like it. The simple meal for two is about $50. It was a great find for us.“

“😋👍good food .and friendly staff“

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“10 out of 10 completely. if you're looking for that chicken that just falls into pieces as you take a bite this is a spot to go to it is amazing and tender“

“I absolutely love the flavor of this chicken. Great customizable heat. I've ordered both the mild and the medium and both are delicious. Tiny little hole in the wall so I always get the order to go. My only issue is the chicken portion seems to keep getting a tad smaller with each visit. Probably more a sign of the times than an actual complaint.“

“I saw a Groupon for Lobos Truck the other day and I had to buy it. It was $13 for 2 entrees and 2 drinks! What a steal! They stop by in front of my work building every now and then so it was pretty convenient for me to check them out.The Chinook: 1/3 lb. American-Kobe beef burger with garlic aioli, cheddar, lettuce, and tomato on a fresh Brioche bun. The burger was nothing special - just average. It was cooked medium rare as requested and it was well seasoned.OG Wachos: With everything. What are Wachos you ask? Waffle Fries + Nacho Toppings = Wachos. Came with Avocado, Cheese, Onions, and much more. It was amazing. The waffle fries were crisp and flavorful and it went well with all the toppings. I wish there was some heat to it though!“

“There are four restaurants that share this space: Sumac, Habibi Burger, Saucy Greens, and Soupchu. Each is great.

Saucy Greens makes delicious salads. This place is great for vegetarians, vegans, and omnivores. The sumac vinaigrette on the falafel salad is refreshing. There are no bad choices on the menu.“

“(Translated by Google) Great service! The food is very well prepared / Great Service! Food is very well cooked and the tamales are delicious.(Original)Buen Servicio! La comida esta muy bien preparada./ Great Service! Food is very well cooked and the tamales are delicious.“

“Great food, relaxing environment“

“A 4 in one location! Loved the variety of the different type of foods! The soups were delicious, the smash burger smelled good(didn’t taste it was for my young son) which he said was good, the arugula salad so tasty and the pink power salad was indescribable(that good) definitely coming back again. The young lady who took our order was so kind too!“

“I stopped in while waiting for an appointment to grab a drink and a snack for the drive back. I tried their boba taro slushie and a cronut filled with Nutella my first time trying one and it was so soft, layered, and really delicious. The boba was made well, the place was nice, and they even have a full menu, which was a great surprise. I’ll definitely keep this spot in mind on my next trip.“

“Good food fast service. Bronzed Aussi meat pies were ok. Beef was the best I would get that again and eat 10 , lamb was good . , a little heavy on the rosemary...I can still taste it 30 min. later , same for the sausage . The chicken musroom and bacon was bland.“

“So so so yummy. Please come to SF!“

“is very good in the best restaurant it made me feel like I was at my own kitchen“

“QUALITY AUTHENTIC KOREAN FOOD AT KOREA TOWN. PORK NECK SOUP THE BEST“

“The food here was excellent, but the reason I’m taking the time to write this review is because of one of your employees.

I come from a serving background myself, and I’m also a business owner, so I tend to notice things that most customers probably don’t. Great employees are much rarer than people realize, and I genuinely believe this young man deserves recognition.

While I was there, I watched him cleaning around the beer and slushy machines. What stood out wasn’t simply that he was cleaning—it was how he was cleaning. He treated the restaurant as if it were his own home, paying attention to details that most people would overlook. There was a level of care and pride in his work that you simply don’t see very often.

At the same time, every 10 to 15 seconds he would naturally scan the dining area, constantly aware of the customers around him. His awareness was incredible. I never had to wonder where my server was or try to flag someone down because he always seemed to know when someone needed assistance before they even asked. That’s a skill that can’t easily be taught.

What impressed me even more was that the restaurant wasn’t particularly busy, and I didn’t see an owner or manager standing over him. In my experience, that’s usually when many employees slow down, check their phones, or simply wait for the next customer. He did the exact opposite. He stayed productive the entire time, continuously looking for ways to improve the restaurant and take care of guests.

To me, that speaks far beyond good customer service. It reflects character, integrity, discipline, and genuine pride in his work. Those qualities are incredibly valuable and increasingly rare.

I’ve been to many Korean restaurants, and it’s uncommon to come across someone who works with this level of professionalism and ownership. He’s exactly the type of employee I would want if I were opening a restaurant myself.

I hope management recognizes the value they have in him because employees like this are difficult to find and even harder to replace. He deserves to know that his work doesn’t go unnoticed.

The food was fantastic, and I’ll absolutely be coming back. But what left the biggest impression on me was watching someone who genuinely cared about doing an exceptional job, even when nobody seemed to be watching.

To the employee who was working so diligently that day (in the photo): thank you. Your work ethic stood out, and I hope you’re recognized for it.“

“​We had a great time at Mr. Banks, and a huge part of that was our server, Azza! She was incredibly sweet, welcoming, and attentive to our table the entire time. She made sure we had everything we needed without ever being intrusive. Excellent service!we will definitely be asking for her next time we visit Commerce Casino!“

“We sat in the bar area on tables located there. It was a nice comfortable booth. Lots to choose from on the menu. I ordered the meatloaf with mashed potatoes and stream carrots. The mash potatoes were delicious and so was the meat loaf. It was a nice hearty portion. The carrots were also well cooked and flavorful. They weren't overcooked.

My cousin had the fish and chips. Came with 3 nice size pieces of fish and great sauce. Great portion of french fries that were nice and crispy.

The service was great and the food was excellent. We will be coming back to try breakfast next time. Would give it 4 1/2 stars...“