Comfort Food Restaurants near Glendale, CA

“This has become our unofficial go-to spot for celebratory meals, and the food has been excellent every time. My wife always orders the lule, while I get the chicken breast, both are consistently tender and juicy. Be sure to try the eggplant caviar and caesar wrap, too. A special shoutout to Armen, one of the coolest people around, who takes the time to get to know you while preparing hundreds of orders during the day. He even discussed known allergies with us (only sesame) so our daughter can enjoy their food on our next visit. We’ll definitely be back soon so he can prepare a plate for our daughter.“

“The servers were super warm and friendly, and the restaurant had an amazing vibe! I especially loved that almost every table has a clear view of the open kitchen, so you can chat while watching the chefs showcase their incredible skills!We ordered the Eggs Benedict, breakfast quesadilla, and a breakfast platter. The presentation was gorgeous, with a total 'Iron Chef' style, and every single dish tasted just as amazing as it looked! 😄“

“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.“

“Good food big portions. Fast service.“

“I can’t remember the name of the gentleman who helped me this past Saturday but he was super accommodating to my many allergies and generally pleasant + sweet in spite of how busy it was. The food was also delicious. Looking forward to coming back here.“

“Hardly a wait before 1pm 5-10. The entrance of the place is where the parking lot is, not on the corner of 5th street were I entered from 😅 they are very quick at clearing tables to let in more guests for dine in.

Ordered the brisket and it was delicious. Light and flavorful. Like others have stated, add your green onions and salt pepper or chili to your liking. Their radish and kimchi banchan were fresh and flavorful, my favorite being the radish! The milky smooth bone broth tasted delicious. Not heavy at all and so comforting!“

“Fantastic neighborhood lunch spot. Everything is quick, fresh and tasty! You can really tell how much love and creativity Chef Uyen puts into the menu. There are always new weekend specials and a large vegan& vegetarian selection. Several different types of banh mi sandwiches, al in delicious warm bread. The summer rolls are so refreshing in the heat and a large portion size. Their drinks are delicious too! I always grab a limeade or pennywort juice to complete the meal. I also really admire and appreciate their commitment to feeding and caring for the community through their meal program. All in all, a fantastic, delicious and ethical local spot to support ❤“

“This is our go-to spot for pizza & salad delivery. A Lord Cheezus pie + the house salad with salami & peppadews + house-made ranch dressing= perfection. The crust is wood fired and feels somewhere between Neopolitan and NY style. Chewy, flavorful, not too thick- rly nice. The deep dish is fun as well. We first came here back when the chef who is now known for Two Rose bread started it, and the quality of the food has remained high. If you dine in there are nice wines and the place has a casual, cozy, dark atmosphere.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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 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!“

“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.“

“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!“

“I am a fool for not trying out Chef Arango sooner. I live very close, 10 mins or less away. I also moved to the area 4 years ago and only now am I coming here. After this visit I will easily be back and I will be back often.

Chef Arango is comfort food at its finest. The prices are phenomenal, the quantity is bountiful, the food is made fresh with it still being piping hot, and the food is simply yummy. This restaurant and team is like being cooked for by your family. I really don’t know how else to describe this restaurant and team and food. It’s like sitting down for a meal at your mum’s, or auntie’s or ammachi’s (Indian word for “grandma”) home. Simply a delicious, warming, and hearty meal!

I just can’t get over the fact that I paid $22.50 after tax (2026 prices) and got a very filling meal that was amazing tasting, freshly made, and came with loads of meat. I regret not coming sooner even though I’ve passed by hundreds of time. I will try to atone for my sins by coming back as frequently as possible!“

“A number of vegan choices. I tried cashew cheese empanada and lentil/quinoa. My husband had samosa with mint chutney and mushroom & homemade. All were great, with the exception of the samosa with chutney. But, that’s one persons opinion! Updated from previous review on 2026-08-30“

“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!“

“A MUST!!! CANNOT BEAT THE PRICE ON AUTHENTIC real homemade dishes that soothe the SOUL! A lot of elderly Koreans feasting here, you know that’s a good sign! I was
blown away but the banchan (side dishes) the flavors just explode with depth! Hearty meaty generous portions with every bowl!! Anything you feel like, you’re gonna love it. Amazing owner super kind and humble hardworking. Bring your group of friends and family to pig out on excellent homemade Korean food.“

“I’ve had the breakfast and dinner here. Incredible. The people are so nice too.

The coffee is game changing - get the Vietnamese boba coffee and a doughnut!

It’s also the best bacon, egg, cheese bagel in the area.

Easy to park too! They have a lot and street parking is available.“

“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.“

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

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

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

“What a little hidden gem!!! I am so picky w/my Thai food w/my mother being Thai, but Nong’s food did not disappoint. Everything was fresh & tasty! Service was great as well. If you’re craving some delicious Thai food stop by Nong’s restaurant. I’ll be stopping by the next time I’m in town!“

“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.“

“everything made to order! i don’t mind waiting 15 min to get something absolutely delicious!!!

i recommend the meat pan fried pancakes the most :-)) everything is so affordable n homemade idk how they stay in business. i think their steam bao is okay tbh. beef noodle soup very good just add some chili oil makes it much better.

soy milk is very smooth and the millet porridge very homey. I will definitely come back and bring more friends!!“

“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“

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

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

“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!“

“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 😄“

“Holy Saints! was a fantastic experience! The atmosphere was welcoming, the food was delicious and flavorful, and the service was friendly and attentive. Everything came together perfectly for a memorable visit. I really enjoyed my time here and would definitely come back again. Highly recommended!“

“😋👍good food .and friendly staff“

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“Big portion. Very fresh! Recommend! But the soy marinated crab sold out quickly in the afternoon 😭 we didn’t get a chance to taste that. Spicy crab and shrimp are delicious. We also had the cabbage and beef soup which is very comforting.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Great food, relaxing environment“

“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.“

“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 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!“

“(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.“

“So so so yummy. Please come to SF!“

“Sat in the bar area for Happy Hour. Great drink prices and generous wine pours. Two pulled pork sliders @ $10 was excellent, as were the garlic fries. Also ordered the wings, which were less of a bargain and did not include celery or carrots. Service was prompt and friendly. Volume was loud, and not helped by music from speakers and TV volume turned up over the bar.“

“Oh my gosh! I was searching for a good wang donkatsu place and finally found one. This place is seriously so delicious! 🤤 My mom ordered the spicy jjolmyeon, and she said they serve real Korean food. Everything we ordered was amazing. We’ll definitely be coming back again!!“

“​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!“