Tommy's Family Restaurant

All this time I have been going to to MPK Mexican restaurants and I miss this one. With Armando's gone this is the last sorry one next to mexicatesant. Great food and service. It's got that American diner mexican food flare.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Going here reminds me of an older style diner. The waitresses knew the names of most of the customers and even knew their orders.

The food was pretty good. Easily 4 out of 5 stars. 4.5 more like it.

Again, I can express how great the service was.

Parking: I have a large 4 door pick up. The spaces there are a bit tight but doable.

What makes it tough to find parking is because right next to them is the Hat. And their customers end up parking in Tommy's spots.

Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs. So no problems.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Fries, Club Sandwich

I love that I said no meat on my menudo & it was no Problem! Food & service is great!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pancakes, Chorizo Plate, Albondigas Soup, Cocido, Beef Soup

Friendly attentive service, delicious menu and they even serve BEERS!?

THE GOOD
The salsas are great. Nacho chips can be skinnier n crispier. I had only been there for breakfast and liked it. This time we went for lunch.

My dish consisted of a wonderful big chile Verde burrito which was great. THE BAD
The other dish however, was carnitas. This was NOT regular carnitas. It frankly was un edible. Texture and taste was horrid. I did not complain because I just wanted to be in n out of there. I had to share my burrito w my friend which was fine but the 2 unedible tacos were left.
THE UGLY
1 male server mopped w strong fabuloso cleaner right as we were eating. I could "taste" the chemicals w my food. At this point I was mad because I had bragged to my friend that this place was awesome. Also, the male server was singing so loudly that I felt uncomfortable. He just belted out the tunes as if in the shower...loud and outa tune. This was not professional and I was bummed that this experience here might just be my last. I wouldn't be surprised if this place loses business...they couldn't bother to bring me my bill either as they all chatted w one customer at once.

I really liked the Asian waitress from the last couple times, she was attentive, courteous and professional. Please get it together Tommy's. Will upgrade this review if I come back.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Recommended dishes: Chili Verde with Pork and Egg

It was my first visit. Unfortunately, my order was Not to my liking. I don't recommend the meatloaf. My friend enjoyed his meal, which looked tasty. I would definitely go again to try something different to be fair.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: French Fries, Chile Verde Breakfast

They take too long. The orders are wrong, different prices when paying (apart from the tax) But the food is very good. We ordered a chicken sandwich and they thought it was beef and chicken, we ordered carne asada nachos, and they brought nachos with fries and no guacamole when the price and dish included it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 1

This is one of my favorite places to go on my days off! I go there for breakfast it's perfect to just sit and have a cup of coffee with your best friend or your mom. It's a fun place to have dinner with friends and you can also grab a drink during happy hour there

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

OMG! Excellent! Recommend this place, hands down!

Decided last-minute to try this place out. My work partner and I were working on a project nearby and were hungry but pressed for time. As soon as we walked in, we were hit with smiles from the staff, cooks and a happy atmosphere and vibe by the patrons. We were sat down right away by the super-sweet lady, promptly handed our menus and brought our coffee we'd asked for! Awesome!

We both ordered traditional breakfasts to include the usual ham, eggs, toast and the most amazing shredded potatoes cooked to perfection! We both wanted crispy potatoes and that's what we got. My partner got french toast and she said they were spot on. The coffee was hot, fresh and there was no end to the refills.

The menu includes all kinds of Mexican dishes as well. If only we lived in the area, we'd surely try them out!

Eating area is truly set up as a diner. Very open, cozy and a variety of types of seating, including counter-eats-style. Nice family atmosphere is tangible! The staff chatting and interacting with the patrons is such a great vibe. Makes you feel like you're hanging out for lunch with family.

The bathroom was the only thing that we could make suggestions about (not complaints). A fresh coat of paint, brighter lights, deep clean the floors and this would have been a five-star!

Parking is pretty good, private/attached lot. Wheelchair accessibility seems okay too getting to/into the diner, and seating areas.

As we were leaving, even the kitchen cooking staff gave us a wave and a smile good-bye. Now that's what I call customer-focused!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The breakfast is good, though a bit pricey. The service is good. My only gripe is getting my toast way before the rest of my order.

THE GOODThe salsas are great. Nacho chips can be skinnier n crispier. I had only been there for breakfast and liked it. This time we went for lunch.

My dish consisted of a wonderful big chile Verde burrito which was great. THE BAD The other dish however, was carnitas. This was NOT regular carnitas. It frankly was un edible. Texture and taste was horrid. I did not complain because I just wanted to be in n out of there. I had to share my burrito w my friend which was fine but the 2 unedible tacos were left.
THE UGLY 1 male server mopped w strong fabuloso cleaner right as we were eating. I could "taste" the chemicals w my food. At this point I was mad because I had bragged to my friend that this place was awesome. Also, the male server was singing so loudly that I felt uncomfortable. He just belted out the tunes as if in the shower...loud and outa tune. This was not professional and I was bummed that this experience here might just be my last. I wouldn't be surprised if this place loses business...they couldn't bother to bring me my bill either as they all chatted w one customer at once.

I really liked the Asian waitress from the last couple times, she was attentive, courteous and professional. Please get it together Tommy's. Will upgrade this review if I come back.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Recommended dishes: Chili Verde with Pork and Egg

It is good food. I found they catered to Senior clientele with their low salt in the food. Yet they know how to make good on spiciness of the food.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chile Verde Breakfast, Chili Verde with Pork and Egg

We ate here twice on our stay in Monterey Park, once just wasn't enough. The service was great, we got seated fast, server took our order, and the food out quickly. Food was excellent. The chilaquiles con huevos, chili verde con huevos, breakfast burrito, and quesadilla's were all great. Definitely recommend if you are in the area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good freshly cook food, very friendly service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It used to be good . We were regulars but now the food is hard , salty or not well cooked .