Clark Street Diner
Restaurant · Hollywood Hills
6145 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068
Highlights
Retro Hollywood diner with classic comfort fare & pastries
Retro Hollywood diner with classic comfort fare & pastries
"Sometimes it’s nice to be alone with one’s thoughts — and a giant stack of buttermilk pancakes. Sidle up to a counter seat at this beloved retro-styled Hollywood diner, taken over by the Clark Street Bread group in 2021, and sip on a hot black coffee between bites of updated greasy spoon classics like eggs Benedict, waffles, or biscuits. For lunch, try the cheeseburger, the egg salad sandwich, or a Caesar. With hours extending into the evening on most days and no reservations, Clark Street offers a good all-day option for solo diners looking for a nostalgic breakfast situation. Plus, the parking lot in back makes it even easier to drop by." - Rebecca Roland
"Considering Clark Street Bread is the owner, anything served on a house-made loaf or with toast is outstanding at this historic diner in the former 101 Coffee Shop in Hollywood. The nearly cinematic vibes of the restaurant make this one of the most stylish places to get brunch in Los Angeles, with its formica countertops, midcentury modern lines, and well-placed ceiling mirrors. Diners can also make a feast of pastries, pancakes, eggs Benedict or Florentine, and hash browns. Wash it all down with strong coffee served in thick mugs." - Rebecca Roland
"To the untrained eye (or out-of-towner), Clark Street Diner doesn’t look like a revival. This all-day Hollywood spot was the iconic 101 Coffee Shop in a previous life before it was brought back from the dead by the Clark Street Bakery people. The good news is old-timey charm remains—from the tan leather booths to the sticky carafes of maple syrup—and the food is better than ever. Juicy, beefy patty melts are made with griddled rye, avocado toast comes on inch-thick seeded sourdough, and the beautiful pastry case is full of croissants and sugar-dusted cardamom buns. Weekends are particularly busy at Clark Street Diner (expect to wait 20ish minutes for a booth), but weekday walk-ins are a breeze." - brant cox, sylvio martins, garrett snyder
"Taking over the historic 101 Coffee Shop space, Zack Hall’s Clark Street Diner had a lot to live up to. Luckily, the restaurant took great lengths to preserve the vintage feeling of the space, opting to keep its camel-colored banquettes and iconic ‘60s stone walls. Hall’s years of experience with Clark Street Bakery comes through in the menu featuring fluffy pancakes made with Sonoran wheat, a breakfast sandwich on sourdough bread, and biscuits served with eggs and gravy. Lunch options include a diner burger, a patty melt, and grilled cheese. Breakfast is available all-day, and even into the evening on days Clark Street Diner is open late." - Rebecca Roland
"Known for its classic diner offerings, favored by Gary Baum." - Eater Staff
