Millie's Restaurant & Bakery

The Scene – Millie's is like a 1950s housewife who deserted her family, started chain-smoking and joined a hard-core band. Yet to her kids, she's still a sweetie. Belly up to the counter to watch cooks at the old stove or sit in the side room hung with aprons embroidered with nasty slogans. – – The Food – The menu features eggs and pancakes with personality. The Devil's Mess scramble is loaded with Cajun-spiced turkey sausage and white-cheddar cheese. The Marsala-sweetened Hangtown Fry boasts a truckload of bacon and oysters. On the lunch side, sandwiches are also…

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Know Before You Go:: This spot is for leisurely meals. Unless you're dining at 8am on a Monday, don't expect things to happen fast.
The Extras:: Burn off the homemade biscuit calories by strolling down the street to the treasure trove of Den of Antiquity.
Parking:: Street parking is difficult, particularly during peak brunch hours (10am to 12:30pm) on weekends. Some people risk parking in the 99-Cent Store lot.

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ambiance	88.88999938964844% positive	“Great food really cheap, great location, and a huge pile of magazines to peruse.” “It's true the place is not pristine, and that parking can be a hassle, but the food is good, the prices are reasonable, and the service is dependable.” “For years I enjoyed the food at Millie's sister location in Richmond, VA.”
dessert	100.0% positive	“suggest the Millie's Special -- and egg scramble with cream cheese and spinach.”
drinks	66.66999816894531% positive	“Service is much better than it used to be, but unfortunately the coffee isn't nearly as good as it used to be.” “But forget the service and coffee, for a kick ass breakfast that's more addictive than crack, try the Devil's Mess.” “The service is great--they are very attentive and always ready to give you more water or coffee.”
food quality	88.88999938964844% positive	“(I swear the people there must recognize our faces since we are always at the counter--its the best place to see what kind of dish you want to order for the next time your are there).” “recommend the pork chops and eggs.” “Bad, bad service, awesome food.” “Good food” “The food was so bad I had to write a letter to management reminding them they were in the taste business.” “For years I enjoyed the food at Millie's sister location in Richmond, VA.” “On top of the food, it's a great spot to enjoy the sunshine at one of the sidewalk tables.” “suggest the Millie's Special -- and egg scramble with cream cheese and spinach.” “Great food really cheap, great location, and a huge pile of magazines to peruse.” “And the food is fabulous.” “The apple juice is very fresh.” “I've noticed this is a favorite of local starz like Vince Gallo and Long Duck Dong from 16 candles - so odd star sightings might accompany your yummy pork chop and egg breakfast.” “Nice people great food” “The food is as delicious as the service is horrible.” “But perfect breakfast/brunch food when you've got the craving.” “Food is delicious, and ample.” “Maybe its all that time sitting at the counter where you watch those cooks working up a sweat to conjure up plates after plates of good ol' comfort food.” “=) I'd still go just because the food's that good.” “It's true the place is not pristine, and that parking can be a hassle, but the food is good, the prices are reasonable, and the service is dependable.” “Any of the egg breakfasts with potatoes are great.” “think the food is pretty darn good.”
overall	100.0% positive	“(I swear the people there must recognize our faces since we are always at the counter--its the best place to see what kind of dish you want to order for the next time your are there).” “Hands down the best place for brunch on the Eastside.”
service	85.19000053405762% positive	“(I swear the people there must recognize our faces since we are always at the counter--its the best place to see what kind of dish you want to order for the next time your are there).” “The food is as delicious as the service is horrible.” “If you don't mind a little attitude w/ the servers (there are a couple who are really cool) and a little grime on the streets, check it out!” “Nice people great food” “Bad, bad service, awesome food.” “The service is great--they are very attentive and always ready to give you more water or coffee.” “It's true the place is not pristine, and that parking can be a hassle, but the food is good, the prices are reasonable, and the service is dependable.” “Our server was very nice, although a little overwhelmed, but it didn't seem to affect things too much.” “But forget the service and coffee, for a kick ass breakfast that's more addictive than crack, try the Devil's Mess.”
value	91.66999816894531% positive	“Great food really cheap, great location, and a huge pile of magazines to peruse.” “The prices are reasonable considering they give you a pretty hefty portion.” “The portions are huge for little money.” “It's true the place is not pristine, and that parking can be a hassle, but the food is good, the prices are reasonable, and the service is dependable.”

10/03/10

Brunch Good for Me, but not my Buddy

by VitaLusty

I showed up Sunday morning around 11:30am and waited to be seated outside for only a few minutes.

I asked the waitress if she would recommend the vegetarian reuben. She barely said a word about it other than it was a sandwich (brilliant). So I ordered the tofu scramble.

My dish was delicious; spinach, tofu and peppers with a little spice. No tabasco needed. It was one of the better tofu scrambles I have had and it was a healthy serving for $9.

My friend ordered a BLT and was shocked it didn't come with turkey. In addition to that, it was not the type of sandwich that was worth $10+

She requested turkey and they brought her a side with a ton of turkey on a plate and tried charging her $4.50 for it. She got it docked down to $2.50.

She felt the waitress was inadequate . . . she was purely functional. An empty vessel with no soul.

There was a gentleman that checked on us, gave her dog water, went out of his way to make sure we were happy. I wish he got our tip.

I also liked everyone that sat next to us, so its a neat little spot.

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06/25/08

Bad, bad service, awesome food.

by Tinarocks

The food is as delicious as the service is horrible. Every single time I've gone I've sat at a table for at least 10 minutes before a server even came by the table (even if there are less than 5 tables sat!). Once the order is taken don't expect to see the server again until your food comes. Once they bring the food ask for anything you'll need cuz you won't see them till they drop the check. The bussers are awesome! They help you with everything else if you give them puppy dog eyes. =) I'd still go just because the food's that good. I just wish I could tip the bussers instead of the servers. They seem to do alot of nothing.

Pros: Price, Food, Coffee
Cons: Service, Parking on the Weekends, Ambience, Line on Weekends

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05/06/08

come hungry, leave slowly

by feedmedrinkme

omigod i'm full.

Happy mess, devil's mess, rosemary potatoes, coffee, bacon. And waffles, too.

This is breakfast, and really done right.

Our server was very nice, although a little overwhelmed, but it didn't seem to affect things too much.

Food is delicious, and ample. You actually get what you pay for.

Millie's has a neighborhood feel, and you find yourself in conversations with those around you as you pass the tapatio and syrup back and forth; this is a good thing, unless you're the hollywood type that avoids talking to lesser beings.

Perfect on any sunday, or any day you want to feel like sunday.

Pros: amount of food, casual, friendly, endless coffe, delicious delicious.
Cons: might have to wait for a table. do it.

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03/16/08

Great Breakfast/Lunch Spot in Silver Lake

by greensubmarine

Millie's is a fantastic choice for breakfast or lunch in Silver Lake. Try the Eleanor R. special for breakfast -- the rosemary potatoes with eggs, cheese, guacamole, salsa and sour cream will get you coming back for more. Another highlight are the banana walnut pancakes -- yummy! I've also had the BLT for lunch, which was fantastic.

On top of the food, it's a great spot to enjoy the sunshine at one of the sidewalk tables. Also great for Silver Lake people watching. One tip -- like all breakfast spots in Silver Lake (and probably everywhere else on the planet) get there early or late unless you want to wait for a table.

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07/10/07

The only place to have breakfast in Silver Feliz

by buck29

For years I enjoyed the food at Millie's sister location in Richmond, VA. So, when able to visit Los Angeles I had a destination in mind. Neeedless to say I was not disapppointed, but I will say it anyways, I was not disappointed! Everytime I make the trip to see the women I love (i am from Utah) I grab my fiance by the hand and we go visit my second love MILLIES. Try the turkey tacos and bring an appetite.

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10/03/10

Brunch Good for Me, but not my Buddy

by VitaLusty

06/25/08

Bad, bad service, awesome food.

by Tinarocks

05/06/08

come hungry, leave slowly

by feedmedrinkme

03/16/08

Great Breakfast/Lunch Spot in Silver Lake

by greensubmarine

07/10/07

The only place to have breakfast in Silver Feliz

by buck29

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