This place is an absolute gem! My husband and I have been coming here for a few years now, and we still love it every time. Even our toddler happily eats everything, and my very picky parents are fans too—which says a lot!
At most restaurants, there’s usually just one standout dish I’ll return for, while the rest are forgettable. But here, everything I’ve tried has been excellent: the enchiladas suizas, chilaquiles, burger, tacos, pancakes, and the burrata toast—every single one has been a hit. And don’t miss the café de olla—it’s delicious.
Definitely give this place a try if you haven’t already, but come early. It’s small and fills up fast, and street parking can be tough!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Ford
Another Sunday morning motorcycle ride on a beautiful, clear day. This time we stopped at Gloria's for the coffee we dream about and some pastries alongside. Hot or iced Cafe de Olla is worth the stop and any wait. As always, it's the staff that sets a place apart, and this one does not disappoint. We don't know her name, but we were treated with energy, kindness, and time to just sit and enjoy the view. While nothing beats the coffee, the food is a pleasant surprise in its originality, flavors, and presentation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Connor Duermit
This cozy and well curated restaurant is nestled behind an exterior of bougainvillea and has the feel of a little cafe in the park. The menu offers a variety of options without feeling overwhelming and the staff and owner/chef are sweet and sincere. I dined here twice (both times for breakfast) during my stay in Highland Park and both times I felt so welcomed and nurtured by the whole experience. I highly recommend the handmade corn tortillas and Ahogados - they’re delicious and go straight to the soul. Also, after a brief conversation outside where I thanked him for the experience and told him how delicious the food was, the chef was kind enough to send out Gloria’s Flan for me to try. I don’t usually order flan, but even after a full breakfast and two cups of coffee, I enjoyed it so much that I ate more than half and took the rest home to enjoy later. Overall, a truly delicious and heartwarming experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
SC
Best churro waffles in town! And their breakfast tacos are delicious!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
J-ROD
Mine was pickup but the food was delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Joe Gunawan
Gloria's Cuisine LA is a cute, busy spot that is vibrant and lively, but mixed opinion with the food I ate.
More than just a hole in the wall, Gloria's is popular especially on an early Sunday afternoon with a decent waiting list outside (sidewalk seating need more shade). Inside, the waiters are friendly and the decor and vibe are lively.
When it comes to the food, though. I really only like the platano . It's hard to mess fried plantain bananas but they do change it up a bit with the goat cheese, and the cream sauce they added. They make the dish a bit more interesting although the cream sauce can be a bit heavy if you dip into thst cream a bit too much.
Sadly the avocado toast is somewhat underwhelming. Avocado toast seems like a straightforward dish, but it can easily be too one-note in flavor like it is here. The tomatoes, chili, and pickled sweet peppers do little to add a bit of intrigue and delight to the tastebuds, as they are overtaken by the over abundance of avocado that is surprisingly a bit flat. It's almost like it's missing some salt, pepper, or something to kick up the flavor a bit more. So yes, the avocado toast is nice to look at, but underwhelming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Sylvia flores
This review is long overdue! I’ve been to Gloria’s five times now, and trust me, it would be even more if I were a local. Gloria’s was recommended by a family member who is local, and honestly, I can’t imagine my life without it.
Each time I’ve gone, the food has been consistently amazing, and the staff is incredibly friendly. My husband is obsessed with the chipotle chilaquiles and swears by them for anyone who loves chilaquiles. He says they have the perfect blend of sauce and crispy tortilla crunch.
If you haven’t been to Gloria’s yet, you’re missing out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ent-inc
I have been a loyal patron of Glorias for quite some time, but my recent experience has left me disappointed. On my last visit, I arrived with my family, including a young child, and was told that we would have to wait for a table to be prepared. After 15 long minutes of waiting, I was hopeful when the staff assured me that they would have a table ready shortly. However, to my dismay, a group of four people, who appeared to be acquaintances of the staff, arrived and were promptly seated at the very table we had been told was being cleaned.
This was incredibly frustrating, as we ended up waiting a total of 37 minutes, all while standing outside in the scorching sunlight. Unfortunately, Glorias does not have a shaded waiting area, and the heat made the situation even more uncomfortable for my child. While I understand that restaurants have their policies, I believe they should show more consideration for families, especially those with young children.
Given the poor customer service and the lack of courtesy we experienced, I cannot recommend Glorias to others.
Kid-friendliness: Not kid friendly
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Norma Martinez
It is a very busy restaurant, it is the best in food in the area but you have to wait to be served and the waiting time is 30 minutes
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Mariana Cueto
The food was ok, I tried the Chipotle chilaquiles and they were just ok. To me, it was missing flavour!
What a phenomenal place, the portions are quite filling and the taste is amazing. I loved the enchiladas, the sauce in the side of plantains also was incredible
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Denise Bray
Always enjoy the service, atmosphere, and most importantly the food. YUM. And they brew good coffee. Simple and delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Virginia Masrquez
Good service and very tasty food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Glorias Café, Tostada
Daisy Solís
Popular spot to say the least! Especially on Sundays!! I had their chilaquiles plate and what seemed like bottomless cups Café De Olla. It's a very warm atmosphere. I would honestly just stop by for a cáfe de olla.. And I totally have!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Chilaquiles, Burrata Toast, Chilaquiles, Chipotle Chilaquiles
Ricki G
Great hidden gem in Highland Park. The scrambled eggs were amazing. The barbacoa breakfast tacos are super delicious. Definitely on my list to return
This place is an absolute gem!
My husband and I have been coming here for a few years now, and we still love it every time. Even our toddler happily eats everything, and my very picky parents are fans too—which says a lot!
At most restaurants, there’s usually just one standout dish I’ll return for, while the rest are forgettable. But here, everything I’ve tried has been excellent: the enchiladas suizas, chilaquiles, burger, tacos, pancakes, and the burrata toast—every single one has been a hit. And don’t miss the café de olla—it’s delicious.
Definitely give this place a try if you haven’t already, but come early. It’s small and fills up fast, and street parking can be tough!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Another Sunday morning motorcycle ride on a beautiful, clear day. This time we stopped at Gloria's for the coffee we dream about and some pastries alongside. Hot or iced Cafe de Olla is worth the stop and any wait. As always, it's the staff that sets a place apart, and this one does not disappoint. We don't know her name, but we were treated with energy, kindness, and time to just sit and enjoy the view. While nothing beats the coffee, the food is a pleasant surprise in its originality, flavors, and presentation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This cozy and well curated restaurant is nestled behind an exterior of bougainvillea and has the feel of a little cafe in the park. The menu offers a variety of options without feeling overwhelming and the staff and owner/chef are sweet and sincere. I dined here twice (both times for breakfast) during my stay in Highland Park and both times I felt so welcomed and nurtured by the whole experience. I highly recommend the handmade corn tortillas and Ahogados - they’re delicious and go straight to the soul. Also, after a brief conversation outside where I thanked him for the experience and told him how delicious the food was, the chef was kind enough to send out Gloria’s Flan for me to try. I don’t usually order flan, but even after a full breakfast and two cups of coffee, I enjoyed it so much that I ate more than half and took the rest home to enjoy later. Overall, a truly delicious and heartwarming experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best churro waffles in town! And their breakfast tacos are delicious!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mine was pickup but the food was delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Gloria's Cuisine LA is a cute, busy spot that is vibrant and lively, but mixed opinion with the food I ate.
More than just a hole in the wall, Gloria's is popular especially on an early Sunday afternoon with a decent waiting list outside (sidewalk seating need more shade). Inside, the waiters are friendly and the decor and vibe are lively.
When it comes to the food, though. I really only like the platano . It's hard to mess fried plantain bananas but they do change it up a bit with the goat cheese, and the cream sauce they added. They make the dish a bit more interesting although the cream sauce can be a bit heavy if you dip into thst cream a bit too much.
Sadly the avocado toast is somewhat underwhelming. Avocado toast seems like a straightforward dish, but it can easily be too one-note in flavor like it is here. The tomatoes, chili, and pickled sweet peppers do little to add a bit of intrigue and delight to the tastebuds, as they are overtaken by the over abundance of avocado that is surprisingly a bit flat. It's almost like it's missing some salt, pepper, or something to kick up the flavor a bit more. So yes, the avocado toast is nice to look at, but underwhelming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
This review is long overdue! I’ve been to Gloria’s five times now, and trust me, it would be even more if I were a local. Gloria’s was recommended by a family member who is local, and honestly, I can’t imagine my life without it.
Each time I’ve gone, the food has been consistently amazing, and the staff is incredibly friendly. My husband is obsessed with the chipotle chilaquiles and swears by them for anyone who loves chilaquiles. He says they have the perfect blend of sauce and crispy tortilla crunch.
If you haven’t been to Gloria’s yet, you’re missing out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have been a loyal patron of Glorias for quite some time, but my recent experience has left me disappointed. On my last visit, I arrived with my family, including a young child, and was told that we would have to wait for a table to be prepared. After 15 long minutes of waiting, I was hopeful when the staff assured me that they would have a table ready shortly. However, to my dismay, a group of four people, who appeared to be acquaintances of the staff, arrived and were promptly seated at the very table we had been told was being cleaned.
This was incredibly frustrating, as we ended up waiting a total of 37 minutes, all while standing outside in the scorching sunlight. Unfortunately, Glorias does not have a shaded waiting area, and the heat made the situation even more uncomfortable for my child. While I understand that restaurants have their policies, I believe they should show more consideration for families, especially those with young children.
Given the poor customer service and the lack of courtesy we experienced, I cannot recommend Glorias to others.
Kid-friendliness: Not kid friendly
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
It is a very busy restaurant, it is the best in food in the area but you have to wait to be served and the waiting time is 30 minutes
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
The food was ok, I tried the Chipotle chilaquiles and they were just ok. To me, it was missing flavour!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chilaquiles
Restaurantji Recommends
What a phenomenal place, the portions are quite filling and the taste is amazing. I loved the enchiladas, the sauce in the side of plantains also was incredible
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always enjoy the service, atmosphere, and most importantly the food. YUM. And they brew good coffee. Simple and delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good service and very tasty food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Glorias Café, Tostada
Popular spot to say the least! Especially on Sundays!! I had their chilaquiles plate and what seemed like bottomless cups Café De Olla. It's a very warm atmosphere. I would honestly just stop by for a cáfe de olla.. And I totally have!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Chilaquiles, Burrata Toast, Chilaquiles, Chipotle Chilaquiles
Great hidden gem in Highland Park. The scrambled eggs were amazing. The barbacoa breakfast tacos are super delicious. Definitely on my list to return
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