Claudine Kitchen and Bakeshop

OH Claudine.. So close to a 5 star location but 4-4.5 is what will be given for now until future visits. I will do a pros and cons to make it easy for people. Pros- easy to find restaurant/bakery with free underground parking - the selection is quite great from the pancakes to avocado toast to the sides to much more. - The pancakes are quite delicious. Almost like melted biscuits put together with butter and syrup. Quite tasty. - the employees here are quite awesome. Extremely nice and let me know the specials. -Make sure to get a side of the russet potatoes and ask for extra crispy and small pieces if possible Cons - It is a bit on the pricey side - The billionaires bacon is not close to how good the original in SF at Surisan. They need to modify it a bit.- it was quite difficult to get some extra syrup as it was busy. Took a good minute Other than that, this place truly serves some delicious food and definitely deserves a visit if you are nearby More...

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I've been here a few times and for the most part, everything is pretty tasty! They have underground parking that is usually easy to find a spot. When you enter, you order at the counter and then you have a seat and they bring you your food. They used to have a creme brûlée French toast here that was absolutely amazing! They have since taken it off the menu but their tres leches French toast is pretty good as is their truffle mushroom toast! This time around, I ordered their breakfast egg sandwich, but it was very dry and not very flavorful at all. So while they do have some great items on the menu, there are other items that are just okay. They do have a decent amount of vegetarian options on their menu and this restaurant also lends itself to be a good study spot with free WiFi and lots of bakery snacks and drinks! More...

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Delicious and well-presented food. Seating both inside and outside. Busy cafe. We wanted to order the quiche but they had run out. Also, I was given two water cups and I asked where to fill it and the guy said they will bring it to us, which didn't happen. I later realized maybe he misunderstood my accent and thought I had said "where do I get my order" (not "water") lol. A helpful tip would be if they could advise at the beginning where to get your cutlery/ silverware and where to fill up water, as we got to our table and food came out and we didn't know about these things, so had to get them after food arrived. I notice that outside it seems pretty stroller friendly, too. Overall a positive experience. More...

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The Z's Fried Chicken Sandwich is incredible, as are the BLAT Salad, the potato wedges, and the craft soda fountain. Our office orders from here very often and thankfully, the quality hasn't gone down. My only feedback is that the restaurant should seriously consider opening a little bit earlier. A lot of us in the area have to be at the office by 8:00, which is when the restaurant currently opens, so stopping by for breakfast beforehand isn't possible and I really wish I had that option. More...

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Damn Baby Breakfast was never this great in the SFV until now    Went with a couple friends tried the avo toast which was fantastic but then tried the breakfast burrito and it was HEAVEN. As we are leaving we are praising them all telling them this is fantastic food. Later that day, I tell my friend living nearby they have to postmates the burrito immediately and to try the Truffle toast because even though I hadn't tried it that seemed to be getting good reviews. I got back a text saying that was the best breakfast they'd had in months and they are so happy!!! So 4/4 people I know are DIE HARD FANS of this place. Seriously insane. Going back soon. More...

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Still absolutely love this place!! Check out these gorgeous, yummy cakes! Check out the Nutella crunch cake and the s'mores desserts.

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Delicious! This place is truly a hidden gem. The one thing I always worry about when getting brunch in LA on a weekend is the lines and long wait. We came here on a Sunday morning ordered from the counter and was able to find ourselves a table for four right away. They brought out our coffees almost instantly followed with our food. The iced vanilla latte with almond milk is a must! Perfect amount of sweetness that is not overbearing to the good coffee they have. The chorizo breakfast scramble was delicious! The potatoes on the side were seasoned and cooked to perfection! Can not wait to return here soon! More...

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Fabulous!! Great restaurant to go with a group as everyone can order at the cashier and thus no one is haggling over the bill at the end of the meal. I had a Mediterranean bowl and thought it was super tasty.  Tasted the pancakes (light and happy-making), the (beyond meat) gyro looked great and the review was good on it.  So many places in the Valley seem to go for heavy food.  This place makes you feel happy about your life choices.  Highly recommend. More...

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This is a nice go-to for breakfast and brunch! Very bustling spot on the weekends, and since you order at the counter and find a table for yourself, can be tough to find a spot if you go at peak times (10:30am-noon). When I was there I saw a mix of families, younger people, and older people. The food here is yummy and filling, and I loved being able to watch them bake while waiting in line to order. Free parking in a lot downstairs off of Ventura was a nice treat! Metered parking is also available right in front on Ventura (though it's hard to come by).They also have beer, wine, and mimosas/bellinis/bloody marys! More...

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Made a quick stop here today and the place is so cute! As you walk in you are greeted by a number of scrumptious looking pastries. I ordered the Turkey caesar club and wow...! The turkey was nice and juicy, the lettuce blend/tomato was crisp and fresh, the bread was perfectly toasted and the Caesar aoli was so delicious. I will definitely be visiting this place more often. I'm looking forward to trying everything else on the menu! More...

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Country chicken and eggs was GREAT. The Juice is fresh squeezed and is delicious.

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Very cute place! The food is delicious and the staff was nice. I had the brisket burrito which is big enough to share and the tres leche  French toast. The French toast was not too sweet which is perfect for me. Will come back again! More...

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BEST BREAKFAST BURRITO EVER!!! Burrito was amazing and very filling. Nice clean restaurant with a cute and trendy look. Would definitely return!

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Just found another awesome breakfast spot! The hash browns were perfectly crispy (as hash browns should be) without even requesting them that way! I ordered the shakshouka dish which was really tasty And my husband enjoyed the chilaquiles! Love that they have gluten free and vegan options to boot. We'll definitely be back! More...

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The tres leches french toast is so good. There's free underground parking on the weekend, plenty of seating, and free wifi. This is abgreat spot to get some work done or brunch with a group. The pastry chefs decorate their cakes in behind a window so you can watch.  Yummy food, cute atmosphere, and beautiful pastries. More...

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Food is yummy  - service amazing !!!! The set up is super cute inside & if it's a pretty day the outside area is gorgeous- right on Ventura. .. I had the Z's chicken burger but I swapped the chicken for the impossible patty & it was superrrr yummy! I'll def be going back = ) More...

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I love Claudine's. I come here at least once a week. You absolutely have to try their Spinky's Chocolate Chip Cookies!! Trust me, they are the best! I also love their s'mores cupcakes. Usually we come here for brunch, which their food it great, and we never leave without treats! It's also a super cute little spot with indoor and outdoor seating. More...

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Let me get straight to the point. The brisket burrito is a "must try" item. It's chock full of tender, succulent brisket, scrambled eggs, hash browns, two kinds of cheese and served with salsa verde and sour cream on the side (for delivery). It is so very tasty and very filling. You may need a nap afterwards.The second recommendation is the Z's Fried Chicken Sandwich. A perfectly fried chicken thigh (not breast) means extra flavorful chicken, perfectly fried, topped with a delicious slaw and house cheese sauce, served on a brioche bun. Flavor bomb! The russet wedges are a nice addition but if I had to nitpick, they could use a little more seasoning.These items are so good it's all I've ordered since I discovered this place on Grubhub for delivery. I plan to sample many of their other amazing-sounding breakfast items very soon. They are only open for breakfast and lunch.Not cheap but the prices reflect the high quality ingredients and can be justified by the creative, tasty flavors the menu delivers. Enthusiastically recommended! More...

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MY GO TO BREAKFAST PLACE!Any time I have out of town guests, this is where I take them for breakfast. That's because I want them to be 1) impressed, and 2) full and sated so that no matter what else may or may not happen in LA, they will remember it fondly. First, there's a wide range of really delicious baked goods. But leave those till last. First, you'll want to order breakfast, which may very well leave no room in your stomach for any more deliciousness.Egg sandwich - a breakfast staple taken to it's elegant conclusion. Brisket Burrito? You becha -- slow cooked brisket, hash browns, scrambledeggs, cheddar and jack cheese, salsa verde (not spicy), crema, served wet! For the less adventurous but still picky, there's always Newton's 7am Breakfast which is 2 eggs any style, buttered toast, crispy russet wedges, house breakfast sausage or nitrate free bacon (excellent, thick, crispy bacon). Oh--and the build your own omelette is excellent, too, for when you want something simple yet indulgently meaty and cheesy (if you so choose).But, my true guilty pleasure here are the Churro Pancakes. I normally don't have carbolicious breakfasts, but I can always make an exception in this case. Yes, they are what you think they are--what you DREAM they are. They are crisply cinnamon sugar coated pancakes with chocolate ganache and real Vermont maple syrup. They are to die for, without actually having to die, which is convenient. They're filling without making you need a long nap, and, obviously, once consumed, you will have no room for any other baked good unless you need to buy a couple for the road, which is a very real possibility.OK, just writing this has made me hungry again. Oh--and there's easy free parking under the building, an added bonus. And a nice staff (order at the register then they bring you the food when it's ready), a pleasant place with other nice people. GO. EAT. You can thank me later. More...

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I stand by my original review (below) but now feel that they shouldn't be docked for loud acoustics and kids running around. .. because I guess that's just the place they are.  Don't eat there if you don't like that... but you'll be missing out on some great food.Went there with a friend.  It was so loud inside that we actually chose to eat outside in 87 degree heat.  We actually chose to eat outside, 12 feet away from the traffic on Ventura boulevard because it was quieter than inside.But I tried their salmon tacos (maybe not a regular menu item but kudos for doing it) and they were revelatory.  I added some red wine to the lunch and it was really great... and the guy that was server/cashier and maybe everything else was running around (he might be a manager or owner or something but i seem to recall seeing him there a year or two ago) being SO damn pleasant... it's the difference between a good experience and a bad experience, people like that.Anyway... if they softened the acoustics, made it a touch darker and provided some sort of muzzle for the kids, I'd be in there all the time.  And, by the way, I don't mean some sort of child abuse muzzle... that would be wrong and kids have to eat, too.  But maybe something that would stop them from yelling and eating at the same time.  Strictly optional, of course.  What kind of animal forces a parent to muzzle their kid?  But IF the parent agreed that some sort of head-mounted mouth governor was preferable to having their child ruin other peoples lunch... it would be there as an option.  Or Ritalin pills that came in, like, Lion King Pez dispensers.  Again, not mandatory... but you could place them with Tapatio bottles near the water refill so they didn't have to be asked for. More...

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You have to try the Nashville Hot Chicken & Eggs. It's the best chicken I've had in a long time. It's a nice place to hang out and eat breakfast or lunch and nice environment. Highly recommend it.

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A cute cafe with outdoor seating right on Ventura street! It was quite busy at around 1:30 and I was super surprised, but we were lucky to get a table! It is an order up at the counter, and find your own seating cafe. I ordered the brisket burrito which is wet and comes with cheese, hash browns, and eggs. The burrito is MASSIVE!!! I love the salsa they have on it and the melted cheese. The brisket itself isn't that great but overall, the burrito was really flavorful and super filling!!! Would highly recommend, and the drinks look great too! More...

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This is a cute breakfast/ brunch place and their food tastes pretty good! Their fries are amazing! I got one of their mousse puddings and the whip cream on it was to die for and the chocolate part was also good as well. Also the egg plate is a lot bigger than you'd think, it looks smaller in pictures. The latte was good, not too sweet but a little bitter. Overall, this was a great place to eat and the prices were decent. More...

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Nashville Fried Chicken, sunny side Eggs with hash browns and brown gravy was delicious!

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Came here for a mommy date with my youngest. I wasn't sure if I would get him to be willing to try 'new things'. We ordered the turkey chorizo and the churro pancakes. We couldn't have made a better choice!  So yummy!  Perfectly fluffy pancakes and perfectly spiced chorizo. And the potato wedges delish. I also got a oat milk latte. Perfect date with my little guy. We love it. We will be back. More...

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This place is so good! I had one of their season salads (forgot the actual name) so refreshing, filling, healthy and delicious! !! I also ordered the turmeric chai latte which really did not disappoint, it exceeded way beyond my expectations since I was just looking for a healthier pick me up. They have a cool points system where if you come enough times they give perks and free stuff (who doesn't want that?!) Whenever I'm in the area I'll definitely come back!! More...

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Great quality and excellent tasting food. Relaxing atmosphere.

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Excellent all the way around!!!

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I decided to walk to work today and stopped by here looking for a quick meal. I ended up getting the turkey chorizo scramble and coffee, it was very delicious and didn't have a tummy ache after it! I also ordered banana bread to go because it looked so good!-- I will come back here again and hope you try their banana bread like I did. More...

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A very creative menu, and amazing pastries. The staff is helpful and pleasant. But, man, I wish they had more vegetarian and vegan options!

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I tried the fried chicken sandwich the first time I was there.  I don't often eat that sort of fried food but it came highly recommended, and I can see why!  It was delicious.  The potato wedges were also great.  The chocolate chip cookie I had was probably one of the best I've ever had.  Thank goodness, there was only one, because I could have eaten a dozen!For my second visit, I decided to have the kale and brussel sprouts salad.  Alas, I was pretty disappointed.  I am used to salads that are rich with goodies -- nuts, fruit, cheese, and although all of these were present (fuji apple, sunflower seeds, parmesan), they were scant. I'd be surprised if there was even a quarter of an apple in the big bowl. In fairness, there was more avocado than expected, but it was not of high quality.  Bottom line, I would have a much better meal if I'd brought my own lunch that day.  I do recommend the restaurant, but am unlikely to order a salad again. More...

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Unique little spot with a lot of great food items.  Their breakfast burrito is the best!!!Give them a try, you won't be disappointed

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Get the honey almond latte with oat milk it's life changing! They're super good about letting me modify certain dishes to make them vegan not to mention the vegan options they do have are so good. The vegan carrot cake oatmeal comes in HUGE portion so you definitely get your money's worth. More...

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Great place for breakfast or lunch! Only have been once but will be back again!

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Everything here is delicious. Feel lucky to have this tummy and adorable spot in our hood. Taste and looks good enough to be anywhere else is LA but right here in Encino. Free parking underground. Go now

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Would definitely come back here if I'm craving some brunch. The wait here isn't bad because they have lots of tables! We ordered a cappuccino, breakfast burrito, sausage patties, and French toast. All the dishes were pretty good except the sausage patties were way too burnt. We brought our dog which was nice they have some out door seating for us. We also ordered some vegan cookies to go, cause our friend is vegan, and she said they were delicious! More...

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I think I would like to consider myself a "Claudine's Regular" because it's true. I am there every week but that is because this place is amazing. I first experienced Claudine's from a company catered lunched and was so surprised with how the staff handled the event and how amazing the food was. The staff is so friendly and the restaurant itself is so cute and clean! Shout out to Everett, Lea and Eric but the whole staff at Claudine's for everything! More...

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Not a bad brunch place. Seating can get hectic but for the most part shouldn't be an issue. They have lots of different desserts. They have a solid selection of food. There's also some beer / wine. All of the employees were really great, they provided exceptional service. I'm taking one star away because the chilaquiles and cookie I got weren't good. I'm guessing I should have probably gotten something else? My wife liked her omelet. More...

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Best breakfast in the Valley.  I love this restaurant and come here a few  times a week for lunch and brunch. A true neighborhood gem!

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This place is so awesome..people don't really realized that their quality of ingredients are superb, their chicken or meats are organic and so are most of the vegetables. That justifies the price .. I've been there several times and never got disappointed. Sunday brunch is yummy!!! More...

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I am in charge of feeding anywhere from 5-25 people in our office each day.  I have used Claudine's weekly.  They NEVER miss.  Great food, well made with the emphasis on home made taste, healthy but always delicious.  Amazing baked goods--from evil to vegan and gluten free. Their service is superior--always prompt, set up for me, easy serve.  Highlights - Fantastic fried chicken picnic with home made lemonade and the most luscious mac and cheese in town. Their fried chicken is NO. #1!!I have gone in for lunch (brisket breakfast burrito OMG) and the service is always wonderful.  Go here.  Cater from them.  Can't say enough.Sallie S. More...

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HIGHLY RECOMMENDI have been to Claudine Kitchen several times now and there food and service is outstanding.  The restaurant is clean and I love the fact that I can order breakfast or lunch all day.  The desserts are the best Desserts I have ever had.  They even make Gluten Free which is good for my daughter who is Gluten Free.  I have used them several times now, for my daughters house warming party and my 50th Birthday party. I am booking them for my daughters Bridal Shower and she is booking them for her Wedding.  Lea is so sweet and helpful and has been spot when helping order my occasions. More...

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Came here for brunch for a little breakfast date and my partner loooooved the Green Chilaquiles, drooling over it lol. We'll be back again, if you're ever in there area I'd recommend dropping by. And they have mimosas!

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I enjoyed the food! Fresh baked goods. Street parking only.

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Explain this place in one word? Superb! Seriously everything from service to food to desert and coffee was on it's A game. My breakfast entree (the chilaquile) was big enough for 2 people- it came with a bed of tortilla in verde sauce with some tossed chicken and stuff and an egg on top. Next time I would ask for an extra egg. The tres leches French toast is out of this world if you too have a sweet tooth.And my tumeric latte was different but good- I made it a dirty tumeric latte More...

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