Ed’s Coffee Shop

You get treated like family here (in a good way). The menu changes almost daily but everyone working here has been here a long time and they get to know your likes and dislikes. Food is pretty good and they also deliver my breakfast at least once per week nearby.

By far my favorite breakfast spot in all of Los Angeles! Great food, great prices and an even better staff. They always remember my boyfriend and I… which is a rare treat in LA!

Wanted to stop in, but they were closed.
I know this is WeHo/​Beverly Hills, and everything closes early, but seriously…
What kind of fucking coffee shop closes at 3 PM?

One of my favorite breakfast places in the area with amazing prices!!! You CANNOT go wrong! The Greek omelet is the best, the trick is to order it «scrambled style» because the cheese melts with everything perfectly…

This place is a historical GEM but you go for the food, not the ambience. It’s very plain inside and my silverware is usually dirty — but they make one of the best sausage bennys in the city. No, it’s not on the menu but they make it special for me and it comes out with perfect soft eggs, flavorful pork sausage and yummy sauce! I usually go alone and sit at the counter where many regulars hang. The owner’s daughter behind the counter is usually stressed out because the phone rings constantly between her family calling and to go orders, and they are always understaffed because they only have one server — but the place is packed every day and the male server is always smiling. It’s also a great people watching place. The last time I was there, someone asked the daughter where her mother had been (she used to hang out and micro manage her poor daughter — and make smalltalk with the customers — her photo is on the wall with her husband) and I overheard she was now in a nursing home and ill. That made me very sad. But overall, this place has sustained its loyal customer base and amazing location for decades, and it closes at 1 and is closed on Sunday — so I imagine the place has done well for the family given the low overhead! A major tip — always call before you head over because they usually close on holiday weekends.

This quaint diner is a throwback to the glory of diners past. The food is made fresh and quick, it is piping hot, portions just right, and prices reasonable. In the background is an ever so subtle sizzle of the griddle. The staff is so nice and courteous as it should be. The owner or manager, wearing a shirt that said old guys rule, spent time chatting with local patrons. I recommend the greek omelette. I wish I could franchise this place throughout the city and tuck it away in many more neighborhoods.

I told Danny — who I find has worked there for 30 years — that I was leaning towards the Turkey club. Then he tells me that they cooked the turkey today– it’s a very good choice. It tasted like those fantastic turkey sandwiches the day after Thanksgiving ! Local artist gallery wall a nice touch. It I lived there — I’d probably eat there all the time. Kitschy handwritten lunch menu !

Second time here and absolutely love their breakfast. Cute spot with seating around the side. Dog friendly, good hardy breakfast with great service. Open 8 — 1pm on Saturdays, closed Sundays.

I first ate here nearly 40 years ago on a rainy day. Im happy to say that nothing has changed at Ed’s! Plentiful plates of eggs, pancakes and toast make Ed’s a total value. Great service and a true diner environment make Ed’s the standard for breakfast in this area.

LOVE LOVE LOVE! Great people, great food, make you feel like you live in a small community.
Warm, welcoming and delicious!

Ed’s Coffee Shop is a great place for breakfast. It’s in a nice location, has friendly staff, and offers a decent sized menu at a reasonable price. The times I’ve been there, weekdays and weekends, I haven’t had to wait for a table. I was always seated right away.
It’s a quiet place known for its old fashioned coffee shop style set up. It looks as if most people are regulars and simply enjoy coming here. The service is quick and you won’t need to wait very long after placing your order.
The French toast with berries is very tasty. It comes with 2 thick slices of toast topped with berries. It was moist and warm. The scrambles are great too. If only I can’t remember which one I had ordered in one of my previous visits. On a side note though, I’m not impressed with the iced coffee at all. I wouldn’t recommend ordering it.
There’s street parking at the meters. $ 1.50/hour. I’m not sure if there’s free parking available anywhere nearby.

This place is great. I usually attend Saturday morning breakfast. Quality is consistent.
The menu boasts simple American breakfast staples. Pancakes, omelets, combo plates, sandwiches, etc. I typically get an omelet, customized with different ingredients based on my mood. The shop is mostly filled with locals. It’s great to see and recognize everyone inside.
The coffee isn’t bad, nothing to write home about. That new coffee machine they bought is not worth the money. The drinks are powder-​based; overly sweetened and lackluster for a neighborhood coffee shop. The breakfast is great. I just wish they would do something more for the coffee.
It’s called Ed’s Coffee Shop; you’d think they had the best coffee available.
The staff are great. I love the outside seating so I can bring along my pups. All in all, I’m glad that this is my go to local spot.
The prices are very reasonable. Make sure you plan accordingly as their hours are short. You won’t be disappointed.

Always a good experience, been going for 20 years. Everyone is attentive, friendly, service is great, so is the food.

Great blueberry pie. The prices are reasonable and if you sit outside you’ll eventually see the kardashians shopping next door.

Cheap and cheerful breakfast place. Pancakes very good with friendly staff. Not expensive

I love this place. It has such an old school feel with great breakfast/​brunch food. The people who work there are super nice and you can tell that the clientele are regulars. Where else are you gonna go in la and be able to have a five minute conversation with the waiter without them tying to squirm away to get about their day? Great experience

Disclaimer: I only ordered a «cappuccino» and lounged here long enough to write a comprehensive to-​do list for myself. I did not order food.
I was not acknowledged for several minutes when I arrived, even though this tiny establishment was ~20% occupied by customers and there were at least 3 employees behind the counter.
When I was eventually asked (in such a way that made me feel like I was burdening the staff) what I would like to order, I asked if they made cappuccinos since I didn’t see it on the menu. The man behind the counter said yes.
What I received was a watered down, hospital-​vending-​machine quality, coffee-​infused $ 4 hot chocolate. Blech. If it’s not your specialty or you don’t have the capability to make something, just say so.
I was never asked how I was doing or if I needed anything else and was unceremoniously asked to close out my check after ~30 minutes. I could have made a stink at the time but some days ya just don’t have the energy to fight the good fight.
Based on other reviews and my own experience, it appears that Ed’s is supported by some weird LA mafia whose members get a regular hankering for greasy food and grungy décor in otherwise beautiful surroundings. Such a missed opportunity for me.

I just had this place for lunch the other day, they had a great turkey club sandwich. The best part was, it wasn’t done up fancy like many places in West Hollywood… some layered wheat bread, lettuce, tomato, bacon, turkey, mayo… perfect.
I also enjoyed that they had sliced the sandwich into thirds which made the large sandwich easier to eat.
I’d come back here, quality good food. Next time maybe I’ll try their breakfast burrito

1. Bring some change for metered parking.
2. Pay your respects to the giant robots outside HLNR around the corner (
). Make sure to do this pre-​meal to cut down on belly bloat in the photo.
3. Do NOT, under any circumstance, attempt to ride the Barbie Hummer sitting outside of Bel Bambini. Trust me, they really hate that.
4. Saunter into Ed’s and take a counter seat. Say hello to everyone working, if they don’t beat you to it first.
5. Take a whiff. Yep, that’s good old fashioned Americana being made.
A decade ago, during a particularly wild stint of being young, pretty and free, my friends and I were fixtures at Ed’s. The first time we walked in, disheveled with torn fishnets and knotted hair, the lil’ ol’ owner sat us right down and brought us coffee without us even asking. I vaguely remember her dipping a napkin in some water and wiping the smeared lipstick off the corner of my mouth as I sat there feeling embarrassed of the cochinadas committed the night before. We always felt welcomed here, no matter what we were wearing, what we looked like, or what we did prior.
Last weekend, I reclaimed my seat at the counter. My bottom is no longer as pert and small as it was back then, but that sucka still slid easily onto those rickety wooden chairs. A dude in a Lakers jersey promptly brought us silverware and took our drink orders. I looked around and saw a lovely young couple behind us checking in on Facebook, a few regulars next to us eying fluffy pancakes being tossed on the griddle and a trio of old grannies at the front table, basking in the filtered sunlight and eating the softest foods known to mankind (cottage cheese, anyone?).
The owners daughter came up to take our orders and then promptly answered the phone, which wouldn’t quit ringing.
«Dammit Phyllis! Stop calling me!», she yells into it, before slamming it down.
Yeah, Phyllis… get off her back already. You don’t know her life!
6. Try the Greek omelet. It wont make you feel like you’re eating in the Greek isles, but it’s stuffed with spinach and feta and tomato and that’s kinda close right?
7. Check yo diet at the door, heffa. This is some real down home good shit, full of butter, grease and sweet baby jesus fat.
8. Fresh squeezed OJ. Need I say more?
9. That super hot Abercrombie looking dude eating an egg white hash? Don’t get your hopes up, ladies… he’s probably more interested in your boyfriend. (Doesn’t hurt to try, though)
10. Ask them to throw some fancy goodies in your pancake batter (bananas, chocolate chips, cinnamon…) and they’ll happily do it. Actually, they’ll pretty much do anything you ask. Seriously. They have a great menu and all, but you could roll up there and ask for whatever your little heart desires and I’m sure they’ll make it for you. Just don’t get crazy. Or do. Whatever.
Fun Tip: Want a little bit of culture shock? Go gallivanting in some of those snotty, pretentious WeHo shops until they completely destroy your wallet and self esteem, and then hop on in here and and let Ed’s lift you up.

Before departing West Hollywood, I wanted to have a hearty breakfast, but away from the «scene.» Ed’s is a nice, refreshing escape from the WeHo craziness that lies a couple of blocks away on Santa Monica Boulevard.
It was Saturday, and when we arrived around 10am or so, Ed’s was buzzing with activity. The coffee shop has deep roots withing the community; its proprietors have been serving up breakfast fare to the ‘hood for over 50 years. When we walked in, it was obvious that the customer base was almost entirely locals.
One of the owners, the daughter, took our order. I decided on the Guacamole & Bacon Omelette with a short stack of pancakes. My breakfast also came with toast. My breakfast companion opted for their special, the chili omelette. My omelette was large and delicious. I devoured every last bite. I snagged a bite of the chili omelette, too, and loved its comforting taste. I wished there were a few more country potatoes on my plate, but with the pancakes, I left completely satisfied and full!
Throughout our visit, one of the original owners was still there, an adorable, older lady that made it a point to greet every customer and ensure the half-​and-​half containers were full at every table. I find it endearing that at her age she is still an active participant in the day-​to-​day operation of the restaurant. All of the staff were welcoming and affable, and it’s easy to see why it’s a locals’ favorite.
Ed’s does up breakfast the old fashion way. Don’t come here if you are watching your calorie intake or weight. They serve up breakfast, and they do it right. If you have the potential to whine about too much butter, salt, or grease, then stay up on Santa Monica Boulevard where catering to your type is the norm.