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Welcome to The Pan

The Pan is a popular restaurant located in Gardena, CA, offering a wide range of breakfast options such as Buttermilk Fried Chicken Corn cake and Chicken & Waffles. Known for their unique Specialty Pancakes like Chloe's Blueberry Pancakes and Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, made with in-house batter and fresh ingredients. Customers praise the food quality, service, and homey atmosphere. Despite some reviews mentioning noise levels and wait times, The Pan stands out for its diverse menu, great service, and delicious flavors. With options for vegan and vegetarian diets, The Pan caters to a variety of tastes while providing a comfortable dining experience.

LOCATIONS
  • The Pan
    16601 S Western Ave, Gardena, CA 90247, United States
    16601 S Western Ave, Gardena, CA 90247, United States Hotline: +1 310-329-7266

Welcome to The Pan, a unique dining experience located at 16601 S Western Ave in Gardena, CA. This restaurant offers a wide range of amenities for their customers, including takeout, delivery, reservations, and even vegan options. With a focus on quality and sustainability, The Pan provides compostable containers, plastic-free packaging, and reusable tableware.

When it comes to the menu, The Pan doesn't disappoint. From their Buttermilk Fried Chicken Corn cake to their N'awlins Banana Fosters French Toast, each dish is carefully crafted with fresh, in-house ingredients. One standout item is the Chicken & Waffles, which pairs a crispy fried chicken breast with a fluffy waffle, blackberry butter, and syrup.

Customer reviews rave about the delicious food and homey vibes at The Pan. While some mention the long waits and noise level near the train tracks, others praise the unique flavors and speedy service. Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast or a tasty brunch, The Pan is sure to satisfy your appetite.

So, if you're in the mood for a flavorful and fulfilling meal in a casual setting, be sure to check out The Pan. With a diverse menu, friendly service, and a commitment to sustainability, this restaurant is a must-visit for food lovers in the Gardena area.

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Chi I.
Chi I.

I ordered it through Uber Eats, and the delivery was fast, with the food still hot upon arrival. Loaded Hash Brown - 9/10: Well-seasoned, the potatoes were crispy, and the cheesy egg was delicious. Overall, it was really good. Shrimp & Grits - 8/10: Great flavor, and I loved the sauce. However, there was a lot of sauce, which I didn't mind, but if you're not a fan of saucy dishes, I would recommend ordering this in person and asking for light sauce, as modifications aren't available through Uber Eats. Specialty Pancake (Strawberry and Paradise) - 7.5/10: It was good and not soggy at all. The strawberries could have been a bit fresher, but it wasn't too bad. However, the pancake didn't wow me, and I probably wouldn't order it again. Overall, I'll definitely be back again and again, as this is my third time ordering, but I felt the need to write a review since I haven't been disappointed yet.

Allyssa C.
Allyssa C.

Food was great! Long wait and very noisy since the restaurant is near train tracks. Not really made for large parties. Loved the pancakes. Definitely have unique flavors that weren't too sweet. Food came out pretty fast over all. Must try the pozole! It's so good. The pizza was flavorful, just a little doughy.

Zan L.
Zan L.

They have another location about 2 miles away from this one, although this location is definitely their most popular. It's somewhere in between a traditional diner and standard breakfast restaurant. Our server was very polite, although it took quite a bit of time for all of our food items to come out. They have a very small free parking lot attached, and we were lucky enough to find a space for our Sunday brunch, but most other people I noticed had to do free street parking which is fairly plentiful in this part of town. I'm giving it a 4/5 because the flavors were good but not great, I have had better recently, but I am still happy that we tried it. For my meal I chose the Short Rib Benedict and thought it had some nice flavors although I was surprised it did not come with a side. It was just the Benedict. I have to give it a 3/5 though because the eggs were completely hard-boiled and any true good Benedict has to have poached eggs or at least a soft boil. That really took away from the flavors. I also ordered a Cinnamon Roll Pancake on the side and was sad to see it was full of nuts. It really took away from the cinnamon flavor and I felt like I was eating a nut pancake. The caramel latte was nice and I would recommend ordering that. Overall a decent breakfast spot, but considering I drove down from West LA specifically for it I don't plan to be back. The flavors were good, but not great.

Bernadette
Bernadette

Delicious food, good quality service and very homey vibes. We will definitely come back for more.

Agustin R.
Agustin R.

My to go spot for some bomb breakfast they have really good food with great service . I'm never came here and had a bad experience it's always been great service today " Jesica G took care of us she was on it took really good care of us thanks till next time

Paulette D.
Paulette D.

I went to this place on a Saturday with a medium sized party (3 adults, 2 kids). I would recommend making a reservation. We got there around 9:30am and the wait was about 20-25 minutes. The parking lot is VERY small and you are better off finding street parking. The server was nice and checked up on us twice after we got our food and we did not wait too long for our food. I got the guava n cream crepe and a side of hash browns. I really enjoyed the guava purée. If they sold a jar of it, I would buy it. I did not enjoy the cream cheese on the inside. It was WAY TOO MUCH. I ended up taking out most, if not all, of it out (just used my fork and knife). I think if you are like me, the guava pancakes would be the better option. The whipped cream was amazing and very tasty. It was light and I ate most of it (the three dollops was the perfect amount). I got a side of hash browns because there were $5 and it is pretty much what you pay for. I have no complaints about it, it hit the spot!

Savvy G.
Savvy G.

Wow what a variety they have on this menu ! Depending on the days and times you come, it could be very crowded and parking is limited. Small lot with neighborhood street parking. My 1st time coming here it was a weekday morning and it was fairly empty with no wait. We sat inside at a table to the right. That day I tried their Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, and they were very filling, but delicious. They did take a long time to come out though. My 2nd time coming it was a Sunday morning, so it was a bit crowded, which was expected. The wait was about 30-40minutes, but once seated, the waiter was very attentive. She came to check on us many times. We were seated to the left which is partially outside. The food came fairly quick considering the amount of people that were there. We ordered steak (medium well) and eggs (poached) with shrimp & grits. Everything was pretty good and flavorful. However, the eggs could've been made better and drained of the water. Other than that, the place is small and cute and has cute decor. I would come back.

Peter C.
Peter C.

I'm in an unfamiliar part of town, skipped dinner last nite and dying for a good breakfast. With Yelp to the rescue, I found The Pan and luckily it's only 5 minutes from where I happen to be in Torrance. There is A LOT to like about The Pan! 1. The menu is really large you are certain to find something you like. 2. The coffee is REALLY good! I ended up drinking 2 cups, and I don't often do that. 3. The decoration is a throwback for some things that look like they are from the 70s or 80s, and they are super cute. The outdoor area has more personality than inside, so I recommend sitting outside. Sorry I forgot to get pictures of this. 4. Food not only came out fast, but it's REALLY good! I almost got the fried chicken on top of biscuits and gravy, but somehow scrambled eggs, potatoes and a side of biscuits and gravy sounded better. It was delicious and I ate every last bite of food. Honestly, I wish The Pan had a location in Pasadena because I'd be there all the time. The upside is that now I know a very reliable location whenever I'm in Gardena!