Horseless Carriage Restaurant

Best hidden gem. Been coming here for lunch birthday and Christmas celebrations. Great food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Horseless Carriage restaurant is an American diner located at the Galpin Ford dealership serving up large portions of old fashioned and modern comfort food for reasonable prices.

I came to visit Galpin Ford recently after visiting the nearby Sepulveda VA center to look at a pickup trucks for my elderly veteran friend's 5th wheel. Afterwards we were in the mood for a good old fashioned American breakfast and this place really hit the spot!

Pass the big American flag just east of the dealership where a cute sunny patio, counter seating, cozy booths and well spaced tables are all available and wheelchair accessible.

There's an early bird breakfast special which offers light breakfast for under ten dollars for early risers.

We ordered French toast with eggs, bacon and sausage. The French toast was drenched in eggy batter, the bacon was lean and crispy, the eggs were cooked to perfection.

Our server was friendly and service was fast. Everything was wonderful. I highly recommend this restaurant to you fellow world travelers.

Fun inside scoop. I was in a band when I was teenager and the owner of this dealership was often in the crowd singing along. He's an awesome guy. I'm not surprised this restaurant is so beloved by everyone!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Awesome place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Today we visited the Horseless Carriage Restaurant in Van Nuys, California — a truly charming and nostalgic spot tucked right inside an auto dealership. The moment you walk in, you’re transported back in time. The décor is a warm throwback to the 1950s and ’60s, with classic diner touches that make you feel like you’ve stepped into a piece of history. There’s a comfortable buzz in the air — the kind of place where you can imagine families and car enthusiasts gathering for decades.

The food was absolutely on point — hearty, flavorful, and cooked just right. Though the service was a bit on the slow side, the relaxed atmosphere and vintage vibe more than made up for it. Between the retro charm, the good food, and the nostalgic setting, it’s one of those rare local gems that feels like stepping into another era — in the best way possible.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 2

Exceptional service today! Yahaira my server was A-MAY-ZING!!! She was bubbly, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. She’s a SUPER hard worker and was running around juggling like 9 different tables and didn’t miss a beat! I ordered the Galpin Cobb Salad which was HUGE… Nice balance of greens, meats, cheese, egg, etc. It was an extremely tasty Cobb Salad… I’d definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who’s going to be in the North Hills/Van Nuys area for lunch or dinner… Apparently, they have live music sometimes as well, tonight was one of those nights!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First time eating there. The staff was amazing. The food was very good. Big portions

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I’ve been eating at the Horseless Carriage almost every week for the last 15 years and it’s always the best service! The food is amazing and their menu never disappoints. They have everything from great salads to dining options. I usually try the daily specials which they always prepare with nothing but the best taste and ingredients. And to top it off, their staff are always welcoming. Feels like right at home :)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Melissa K was my server. Me and a buddy came in for work from Florida and she was super friendly. She gave us ideas to do around the city as its our first time here and we will be visiting often for work. She is the best!

Food was amazing!!! Cant wait to return!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

What a hidden gem! My buddy Eddie took me to the Horseless Carriage, a restaurant inside Galpin Ford in the San Fernando Valley, and I was blown away. I ordered the tri-tip sandwich, and it was absolutely amazing—tender, flavorful, and perfectly done.

I couldn’t believe how clever it is to have a full restaurant inside a car dealership. Even if you’re not there to buy a car (we weren’t), it’s absolutely worth stopping in just for the food and the unique atmosphere. Highly recommend this spot—you won’t be disappointed!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The Horseless Carriage isn’t just a diner—it’s a time capsule with an engine. Built into the beating heart of Galpin Ford, it’s the kind of place where you can order a burger, drink your coffee, and still feel the hum of a showroom filled with Mustangs just a few steps away.

I had the Black and Blue burger—perfectly charred, the blue cheese melting into the beef like it had been waiting for this moment its whole life. My dad went for the steak, cooked spot-on, the kind of straightforward plate that doesn’t need theatrics to impress.

Service? Friendly without being cloying. You get the sense that everyone here is part of the same machine, tuned and polished over decades.

After lunch, Beau Boeckmann himself walked us through the 2025 Mustang GTs—sleek, fast, and unapologetically American. Only at Galpin can you go from a forkful of blue cheese-laced beef to running your hand along the fender of a car you didn’t even know you wanted until that moment.

Come hungry. Leave dreaming of horsepower.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I'm hearing VERY PROMISING reviews about the quality of the waffles here, yes. I'm being told that the waffle quality is near (or surpassing!) the standards required.

The service ranges from old school diner (read: Flo) to lean at the counter and stare at you while talking to their coworkers (unless you work at the dealership or are a regular). A few servers have some hustle though.

That said, the food is great and nice ambiance and kind of cute and retro. Would come back again, just don't be in a hurry or expect friendly service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

Impressive attention to detail and comfort.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food is great here. Always fire great quality. Service is a hit or miss. You either get the 5 star or you get that 1 star wait for 1 hour for your food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

Horseless Carriage says it.all. There was a time when people moved at a slower pace and cared. This place allows you to step back. Without sacrificing great food and good value. Loved the chicken tortilla soup!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5