Slapfish

Uhm ya I put no tip on the receipt and they still auto grat you. They don’t even do service unless you sit at the bar. Not sure how they get away with this.

Slapfish is my LAX go-to, and yes, it started because I’m a full-blown pickle fiend. The fact that you can order an entire tray of pickle spears- not fried (though they have those too and they are great!), not fancy, just straight-up pickles- is already elite behavior.

But let’s be clear: that’s not why this place is special.

What makes Slapfish an absolute gem is Esme, their main bartender. She somehow remembers exactly what I get every time, which makes walking in feel less like an airport stop and more like seeing a friend. She’s warm, kind, and consistently goes above and beyond anything I’ve experienced at an airport bar (or honestly… most bars, period).

If you’re lucky enough to catch Esme behind the bar, you’re in for great drinks, great vibes, and the comforting feeling of someone friendly in the chaos of LAX. Pickles brought me in. Esme is why I love coming back. (pic of said pickles included- don’t sleep on these if you are a pickle fiend like me!)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The most disgusting chips and salsa I have ever had. Totally stale. I’ll be lucky if I don’t get food poisoning. They charge you an 18% gratuity to sit and don’t offer any service. The bartender/server never checked on me to ask if my food was good or to offer anything. It must be nice to get paid to do NOTHING.

Absolutely avoid.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Food wasn't bad when I put enough sauce on it but the portions are ridiculously small and no where did it say gratuity was automatic for an order-at-the-counter spot WTH!! I spent $35 for a cereal bowl filled half full with a bit of chicken and brown rice and a tiny square of coffee cake. Go to Jersey Mike's across from it if you're eating because you're hungry this was such a mistake!! 🙄

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 5

Waited for long minutes before anyone noticed me standing there at the cashier.
Later on the cashier placed a 18% tip without asking on a soda bottle with no service.
I’m just amazed by the audacity.

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

No cocktail menu, and the bartender/cashier had a completely ridiculous attitude toward us. $52 for a single Tito’s, while the nicer bar with the friendly bartender charged only $23 for a full cocktail 🫠.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 1

Ordered the sourdough turkey sandwich. They hardly put any turkey in it. Fries were burnt to a crisp. Added a drink and it totaled $34 should’ve went to Jersey Mike’s across the hall.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 3

The most expensive bloody Mary I've EVER had $70 for 2.......omg CRAZY!!

Tip is already included

Service: 1

Overcooked and dry lobster roll. 2 drinks and a beer later my bill was $126. Never again.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 2

Luke warm burger. Mushy fries. They don't ask for a tip, they include it automatically.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 2

First of all I can't believe I automatically had a 18% tip on top of my bill That is ridiculous If I need to trip someone I will do ...it makes me even madder when that happens
.. Also you have ridiculous Ridiculous plastic forks and Knives The stuff you use something that you would get at a taco stand in Mexico you can't even eat your food with that stuff If you're gonna use plastic get some decent utensil You can take the 18% of gratitudeand let us pay tip what we want

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Poor quality food, majorly overpriced and forced tip. Would never eat here again.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Tried of everyone whining about airport prices.
You should know that it's always been this way in airports and giving a low review just because of that is vicious. Shame on you.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Slooooooowww. The place was almost empty on a Saturday morning (now I understand why), and yet it still took 30min to get a simple breakfast sandwich. Should've paid attention to the other reviews.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1