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The Only Place In Town in Sierra Madre

4.5 (199) 110 W Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, CA 91024, United States

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Sierra Madre, Los Angeles County, California, US

Phone: +1 626-355-3502
Site: http://theonlyplaceintown.com/

Opening hours

Monday:8 AM–9 PM
Tuesday:8 AM–9 PM
Wednesday:8 AM–9 PM
Thursday:8 AM–9 PM
Friday:8 AM–9 PM
Saturday:8 AM–9 PM
Sunday:8 AM–3 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.5

199 Reviews for The Only Place In Town 2024:

Review №1

2023-07-19 15:56:52

The Only Place in Town is the best place in town for everything!I fell in love with this cozy, friendly diner. The indoor and outdoor seating is great. you can see the mountains while eatingThe food is delicious: my favorite is the avocado toast with lots of extra items for the perfect mix.The salads are delicious, can’t beat the breakfasts too,When I was looking where I was going to live…..one meal at the restaurant made me fall in love with Sierra Madre. I moved there and made life-long friendsI don’t live close to there but I go often and love every moment.Enjoy every moment .. and every bite

Review №2

2023-11-27 02:57:36

Can’t go wrong with this place.We went on a Sunday around lunch time. There was a 10-20 minute wait, but it was well worth it.Service was friendly and helpful.We ordered 4 completely different dishes from 4 different cuisines and they were all great. Specifically, we got the chilaquiles, the eggs Benedict, the stroganoff, and the chicken brie sandwich. We thoroughly enjoyed all of them.My only complaint is that the food took some time to arrive and not all dishes arrived at the same time.

Review №3

2023-12-06 05:40:52

Stopped by for lunch as I happened to working in the area. Ordered 1/2 sandwich and soup. Tuna salad sandwich on reccomendation of the waitress and it did not disappoint. Also got the lentil soup (Tuesdays soup) and that yummy also. Tuna salad tasted great and the veggies in the sandwich were also fresh on a nicely toasted sliced bread. I will definitely be back!

Review №4

2023-02-13 22:04:29

This place is awesome. Great place for a delicious breakfast and lunch. The food was delicious and Carly took care of use super well, she always refilled our cups without us asking and boxed up our leftover food. Great service.

Review №5

2023-05-29 21:31:16

Big dishes with delicious food and great mountain views!Just one but, there is no a draft beer…

Review №6

2022-06-04 00:26:13

This place is the best place in town! Just like the name itself! I ordered the Dutch harbor Benedict, steak salad and Mediterranean pasta! They said it would be a 5 to 10 min wait but infact it was just about 5 min tops. They are very quick to sit you . it did take approximately 20 min for the food to arrive . But the wait is worth it!!The eggs Benedict were so tender !, and the potatoes were crispy and fresh. The salad wasnt what I was expecting because it had an odd ratio of vegetables and meat. The heat of palms were very good but less is more since its got such a mild but strong taste to them. The steak was flavorful though. And the pasta was delicious. It had bitter olive flavor like balsamic vinegar but I enjoyed it. I like that taste so if you want a pasta with that taste this is it. Ir comes with sun dried tomatoes and chicken and artichoke hearts . But if anything the pancakes are the best here! Enjoy!

Review №7

2023-11-19 18:04:07

This restaurant needs a clearer policy on dogs in the outdoor patio section. I have passed by here several times in the past year and have seen dogs there so I decided to stop by to eat here with my dog today. I saw a customer there eating with their dog, so I asked for a table but the server said they didn’t allow dogs. I pointed out that there was already a dog out there but the server said, “I don’t know about that, must be a service dog.” But I did not see a vest or any indication of that dog being a service dog. I have no problem with a no-dog policy but not if it’s inconsistent like this.

Review №8

2022-10-09 18:45:23

Long time restaurant (1945) in old town Sierra Madre. Lots of seating both inside and in covered outside area. Dog friendly outside. Food was delicious. Parking is on street and in a lot next to restaurant. Place is very busy for lunch but wait was minimal. Loved the short rib tacos and porta ella sandwich.

Review №9

2019-07-30 23:22:00

We love this restaurant located in Sierra Madre.They have outdoor shaded patio, where you can see the mountain top in a block. If you also like a small town feel that you can enjoy the breeze or sunshine.Inside the restaurant, they have tables in one side and booth seats on the other side. They also have a room for private party.Food is good from appetizers to breakfast, lunch variety burgers, pasta, sandwiches and entrée for dinner with wines. Salad is tasty, service is awesome. Highly recommended.

Review №10

2020-07-12 22:16:05

First time there, it was delicious! We ate outside, although it was hot we still enjoyed it. The service was great our waitress was awesome, forgot her name but she had a ponytail that was blueish- she didnt miss a beat. Our food was perfect as well. Will be back to try more dishes. Ambiance was nice as its been a while.

Review №11

2023-10-23 00:43:27

Delicious food! Highly recommend the chicken brie sandwich. The ice cream sundae is huge, definitely a two person dessert.

Review №12

2023-07-22 05:32:16

Very pleasant, clean and relaxing. Had a very delicious, huge conn salad and the best iced tea. Our waitress, Stephanie, was super great and funny, too. Was a bit pricey, but worth it!

Review №13

2023-08-06 00:47:27

Quaint setting, no traffic, easy access into buildings view of the mountain. Food was hot and very delicious. Pricing was average. Never been to the restrooms labeled Grinder. Bit confusion on my part. Will do it again. Seating indoors on the lovely surroundings of plants and trees.

Review №14

2023-08-01 20:35:13

Ordered the pulled pork sandwich with fries. That sandwich was a little greasy, but tasty. The fries were the saving grace for sure. Melinda was our server and she was great.

Review №15

2023-10-19 00:10:50

Food and service is always good and the menu has lots of variety. It is a good place to go with a group because everyone can find something they are happy with.

Review №16

2023-09-30 01:06:57

Great food, and excellent service! Get on over to the Only Place in Town! You cant go wrong, whether its for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Review №17

2023-09-07 04:12:31

Its OK if nothing else is open.Our service was lack luster and the food was not only bland, it was also way over priced for the quality.The avocado toast was served on a hogie roll. Really strange.The atmosphere was also blah.I didnt really hate the place it just wasnt anything special.

Review №18

2023-04-02 07:09:53

This is a local tradition, it’s part of what makes Sierra Madre what it is. This is a perfect small town restaurant in one of Los Angeles’ last surviving small towns.They have quite a large menu with really great choices. This is a great family restaurant.

Review №19

2020-10-11 19:54:13

The Only Place In Town is a premier and authentic American Restaurant that has been proudly serving Sierra Madre and the San Gabriel Valley since 1945. Previously they’re known as The Headliner, it was subsequently renamed The Only Place In Town, by the residents of Sierra Madre. I came here for breakfast and sat on their out door patio with mountain view. Once you’ve arrived, you need to check-in inside and see the hostess to be seated. I perused their breakfast menu which has good selections albeit very limited.I ordered their Strawberries a la creme French Toast with mix fruits, coffee and orange juice. Their service was impeccable and food/drinks came fast. Strawberries French Toast was thick, fluffy and flavorful. It’s strawberries and white creme were very good. Coffee was simply okay. And their cold fresh OJ was great. Servers were very attentive particularly Christina. She deserve all the tips and pay raise. They’re all wearing mask and or face shields. Tables/Chairs were far from each other per health protocol. Rear Parking lot and street parking are available. Overall, I had a phenomenal, relaxing breakfast meal and dine-in experience.

Review №20

2023-10-04 16:34:26

We come through the town about once a month and we always go and eat outside the food is good the service is good its just a very nice eating environment

Review №21

2022-12-09 05:04:48

The chicken and brie sandwich was awesome and the Park Avenue salad was fresh and tasty. Amanda was a great server and we had a great time at the Only Place in Town. They played Christmas music and we sat outside under the heaters.

Review №22

2023-06-10 18:15:10

The dining experience at The Only Place In Town was exceptional. Not only did they serve delicious food, but the service was also commendable. The beef corn harsh was particularly remarkable, hitting all the right notes.

Review №23

2023-05-20 21:57:38

This is not the only place in town anymore. There are much better local options available.The good: staff. Outdoor seating is nice.The bad: the food is not high quality. Lots cooked from frozen and hevaily processed. It isnt the caliber of food that should be expensive, but almost every menu item has gone up to $20+. This is well beyond what the recent inflation would cause, and that seems opportunistic to me. The dated interior of the restaurant is desperately in need of a remodel.

Review №24

2023-08-03 00:27:47

Wonderful taste experience. Every component of the dishes unique taste. Very reasonable prices and pleasant service. Best dining experience I can remember.

Review №25

2023-06-28 12:59:24

Great service! Nice outside covered dining area in front.Short rib tacos were tasty and had plenty of meat. Soups are really good, too.

Review №26

2023-07-04 20:18:40

Great food at a reasonable price, and great service. Even with the July 4th crowd, our server (Amanda) was amazing. Will definitely be coming back.

Review №27

2023-01-08 22:36:23

My 1st time there it was Very Cozy and Friendly and the food was Delicious 😋 😎

Review №28

2018-03-29 06:06:03

A perfect ending to a stressful day. Quiet calm setting. Food was perfect, simple and just what I needed. The service was great in fact all the staff was top notch. Will definitely be back on my next trip to the area.

Review №29

2023-09-04 04:19:15

Great food. Went for brunch. Waitress was so much fun and a joy to work with.

Review №30

2021-03-18 19:02:42

Excellent corn beef and cabbage dinner. Waitress very nice and attends to the guests.Love the new outside dining...better than being inside.

Review №31

2020-08-06 06:35:46

Quite frankly it was Charming restaurant and during the covid-19 virus they are serving outdoor do everything they can to protect their customers. The service was excellent the ambiance of the old town was marvelous. Answers to the food it was founded in the menu very eclectic and also most varied I have two soups of the day which was a marvelous lyric chicken noodle redolent with vegetables and noodles in a most rich stock that simply screamed fresh chicken. For my main course I very much enjoyed the braised short ribs to serve beef steps for mouth-watering perfectly seasoned and melted it in your mouth favorite shows tender and that was served with freshly steamed broccoli and mashed red potatoes with the skin beautifully presented and quite an excellent taste combination together. It was who in portions I could barely eat half of what was on my plate so I definitely have leftovers for lunch and even though I was full I had to have dessert. They make their own ice cream on location which is creamy deeply flavored and the chocolate sundae with love chocolate milkshake made with their own chocolate ice cream was delish and huge and I love key lime pie and had to sample their key lime tartlette which was sheer perfection wit a custard that was perfectly smooth and creamy with a slightly tart lime flavor, fresh made whipped cream piped on top and literally dripping butter when you push on the shortbread crust of the tart. All in all, this was without a doubt a wonderful dining experience and one I recommend to everyone at THE ONLY PLACE IN TOWN located in the heart of San Marino

Review №32

2022-09-23 17:20:15

I wish I would have taken pics of my Steak and eggs. It was excellent! Juicy sirloin cooked to perfection and great presentation. Service was Top notch. My coffee cup was never empty. Lovely restaurant with outdoor seating as well. Will definitely be going back!

Review №33

2017-03-05 18:43:39

The food was very good, very fresh. The menu was extensive, just about every type of food is on the menu. The service was friendly and responsive. The food came out quickly and hot. Prices were reasonable. We sat by the front windows and had a great view of the mountains to boot. Good experience, highly recommend it.

Review №34

2022-12-20 01:50:44

Very homey. Indoor and outdoor seating. Outdoor seating had heat lamps. Good food. Service a bit slow.

Review №35

2019-09-02 18:53:02

The Mountain Trail breakfast, which is biscuits and gravy with sausage and egg, is about the best Ive ever had. Service is great and both the inside and outside seating is quite pleasant.

Review №36

2023-04-27 23:39:43

My friend and I met for a late lunch. The food was really terrific and the server was friendly and helpful. We were there at the off-hours and took up the table for four hours and nobody bothered us. We were shocked we were there that long, frankly.

Review №37

2022-12-25 05:07:49

Poor service but the food was pretty tasty. We had the Ruben and eggs Benedict. It took a long time and our particular waitress basically never came around. The other waitress was working hard though. I’d recommend to friends and family

Review №38

2023-02-12 17:25:31

Friendly staffs. Yummy food.We came for dinner. I wanted the marsala chicken and the other ladies decided to order the same thing! All three of us got the marsala chicken but I added pasta to my dish and got two different veggies as my sides. I also added a soup. My plate came out super good with pasta. The chicken was very tender, not dry at all! The veggies was done nicely not too soggy. The soup was a bit on the salty side.All and all, I like this place! Will come back.

Review №39

2023-01-20 03:41:18

I had the Brie Chicken Sandwich, and it was perfect. The onions were grilled but still crunchy, which is a huge deal for me. The patio has a beautiful view of the hills, and the staff was great.

Review №40

2023-02-06 15:57:26

This is a popular restaurant for the locals of Sierra Madre. Weve gone there for years and the food has always been excellent and the service excellent as well, the people working there are friendly. There was alot of parking available but was nearly full, and we had to wait 10 minutes for a table.

Review №41

2023-08-28 17:07:44

Great breakfast (chorizo and eggs) and atmosphere (we sat outside).

Review №42

2018-04-27 01:44:00

Great service, bomb ass food, decently priced. Hats off to our waitress whom had to sit through my father in laws Spanish speaking indecisiveness.

Review №43

2022-08-22 15:59:09

First time there for dinner (1st week in August). We ate outside, nice atmosphere. I ordered Short Ribs but was given Pot Roast!Not here to complain about the food but the service was awful! Waitress was very rude and NOT attentive to our needs. We were still waiting for our extra plate 10 minutes after our dinners were served. I signaled my waitress to come over when I saw her taking orders next table from us. She came over in a few minutes, I indicated the extra plate that we asked for never came. She threw a fit at me! Complaining about how busy she was and had inside and outside customers to take care of. “I don’t care”! I just wanted an extra plate, my food was getting cold! No ways to be rude to your customers!! Be aware next time you planned to eat there!

Review №44

2023-04-22 21:30:16

So bad.I went to this restaurant,The waitress gave the bill when We were still eating,and asking how many boxes do we need?I really didn’t want to pay the tip,but I paid fully enough.Because the restaurant is the one my kids school order food.But today We got treated rudely and discriminated,the waiters didn’t treat other clients this same way like treating us,it is because we have Asian faces?it is not deserved for We loved it so much for long time.Hope their boss can teach the staffs how to treat clients no rudeness and discrimination.I may defend my right for no discrimination.

Review №45

2023-06-26 02:21:33

Good place for brunch and some out of the ordinary breakfast items. Crab cakes based eggs Benedict for example.

Review №46

2023-03-05 17:50:16

Been coming here for years. Came by on a Saturday morning with our dog and was told no dogs out on patio! Patio was almost empty. This is Sierra Madre, what a biz kill. So we walked on down the road to Nano Cafe. It was packed outside and dogs are welcome.Had a great breakfast.

Review №47

2023-02-04 18:59:29

Nice atmosphere and good food, but severely lacking in kitchen staff. I eat here often and there is always lots of available empty tables and always a 10 to 20 minute wait. Not much of a fan.

Review №48

2022-10-20 11:26:22

This is a moderately priced place that has been in this location for many years. It is a cut above a coffee shop, but not a gourmet restaurant.We have received friendly, attentive service each time weve chosen to eat here. My companion was impressed that the burger ordered rare actually came rare, so the kitchen does seem to pay attention to diners requests. There is no espresso machine, so you will not be able to get a latte or cappuccino, just a cup of hot, pretty good java. The brunch menu offers the usual fare that is a bit more expensive than someplace like Mimis in nearby Monrovia, but Sierra Madre is an arty town, so things tend to be a tad more pricey, but not exorbitant. A big plus is that there is a lot of free parking in the town. There is nice outdoor seating on the sidewalk in front of this restaurant with a view of the San Gabriels. Sierra Madre is a slow-paced pleasant little town, and this is a no-friils pleasant place to eat.

Review №49

2023-06-07 21:38:44

Food and service were great. I highly recommend the chili and the Mediterranean pasta.

Review №50

2022-09-17 15:21:45

Love coming here for the Champagne Soiree and brunch foods. The view is nice outside and they seem to be keeping the patio that they added during pandemic times. This, however, was on a 105 degree day, so sitting outside was basically out of the question.

Review №51

2023-07-28 22:02:40

Great food. My recommendation would be the banana French toast.

Review №52

2023-06-12 21:54:09

Great burger and fries, zucchini bread is amazing and you can buy a loaf to go.

Review №53

2020-01-26 20:12:41

Good food but the place is a little outdated. I got the Eggs Baja. Potato pancakes are an game changer.

Review №54

2022-09-04 05:30:49

The food was okay. The onion rings are good but the honey chicken was not to my liking. The chicken is in the same batter as the onion rings. The brie sandwich had good flavor but was still too oily.

Review №55

2023-01-30 18:03:00

A classic American restaurant. It isnt literally the only place in town, but its busy enough you can understand the hyperbole. Its nothing fancy, but definitely a solid place for standard, unpretentious meals.

Review №56

2020-09-05 16:57:48

Chilaquiles was tasty. Portion is good. Setting and atmosphere were delightful. Service was prompt. Clean.

Review №57

2021-04-17 18:05:17

This very pleasant restaurant offers plenty of spacious outdoor dining. The menu is expansive and many of the items are eclectic versions of familiar dishes. I and my fellow diners all enjoyed our meals and the portions were large, everything was tasty and the quality of the food was excellent. Service was great and this place is definitely to be recommended.

Review №58

2023-03-29 22:30:02

It was good. A bit disappointing that they ran out of the special prime rib. It would be nice for restaurants to use seasoning on hamburgers.

Review №59

2022-10-29 22:11:37

Decent mid-range nosh. No complaint really. Not as expens8ve as some Sierra Madre eateries, and some of rhe grub is better. Service was a little distracted, but aga8n, not bad. A solid B/B+.

Review №60

2019-04-13 02:46:30

This place has breathtaking views and is a quaint find in Sierra Madre! We went for breakfast which hit the spot! I ordered corned beef and hash!

Review №61

2022-06-24 21:25:07

Large menu with an array of good choices. Has an outdoor area to eat. Friendly service. Prices for meals starting around $18 upward. They serve breakfast until 2:00 if you like a late breakfast.

Review №62

2022-07-03 20:18:48

Small wait for big reason: absolutely delicious food with friendly service. Recommend the banana-nut French toast (so good!!) and the corned beef hash. Huge portions too!

Review №63

2023-01-05 23:11:59

Nice place to grab lunch. The servers were nice. The wait wasnt too bad and we all enjoyed our food.

Review №64

2017-11-06 18:12:44

Great breakfast spot, was taken there for the first time by regulars. It was one of the best breakfasts I have ever had. I had the Mediterranean Omelet with a side of Turkey Sausage,Hash Browns and Buttered Rye bread. Everything tasted excellent and the portions were very filling. Their coffee is awesome, you have to have multiple cups, its that great. I look forward to coming back soon.

Review №65

2018-12-20 19:02:13

Ive been to Only Place probably close to 50 times or more. My family that is local visits there weekly. The food is delicious and the staff is sweet. If you go in a couple of times, the servers really try to get to know you which makes small talk between orders and meals delightful. I love the Maggie Wongs salad but the Meatloaf dinner is absolutely delicious! It is a large meal! Their passion tea is fresh and comes out cold. I suggest heading to Only Place in Town if you are ever in the area! Breakfast is yummy as well! The breakfast enchiladas hit the spot.

Review №66

2021-02-23 20:57:22

We were driving through the quaint town of Sierra Madre, Ca. We stopped at a restaurant that caught my eye. A cute little place with a nice outdoor seating area. My daughter got the Bourbon burger. It was big enough to serve 4 people. They also have yummy fries. Why not stop at The Only Place In Town?

Review №67

2019-11-24 19:56:36

The Only Place in Town is fantastic! Friendly staff, excellent cooks, and great variety make this one of our favorite spots. The servers make you feel like you are at their home for a good meal with friends. They have terrific breakfasts with the best Greek omelet I have ever had! Visit soon!

Review №68

2021-07-16 22:43:05

We were there three weeks ago, the place was very good,The food was very good,The best thing about this place to me was the waitress, her name is Hena.Each time she spoke with us, she had a sincere smile on her face, not a fake one, and we could tell the difference, she showed a wonderful personality. Perhaps all the California girls are beautiful.

Review №69

2020-10-21 05:25:34

Unique and peaceful place to have a meal. This restaurant is good for breakfast with a friend or a business meeting. With the outdoor dining nowadays, the dining scene is even better. We came here for breakfast with a friend and I was surprised by how pleasant this place is. The neighborhood is quite nice. I felt like I was in a town in Sacramento near the mountains feeling the freshness of the air from the the forest.Adding to the pleasantness, the food here is also amazing. On the lighter side, the avocado toast is one of my favorites. The portion is just enough for a good breakfast. The taste of the foods is fantastic. I was surprised by how good the breakfast burrito was. The burrito is big and tasty. I can only finished half. During this time, the restaurant serves delicious pumpkin pancake. This cake is heavenly. You got to have it.The service is friendly and efficient. Got our food very quickly and the waitress refilled our coffees without asking.Parking is easy with parking spots on the side of the restaurant.

Review №70

2021-11-08 10:51:54

Pricey. Ive had good food here even though the price for a 2 egg omelette is exorbitant, between $15 & $17. They have an okay chicken teriyaki bowl thats close to $18. Not really great, especially when theres lots of other teriyaki bowl places nearby, where you can get a similar plate for approximately $8. The wait staff is great, but theyve had problems with chefs making undercooked food or using a correct ingredients. Theres some other good dishes there, but the big problem is how extremely expensive and slow this restaurant can be.

Review №71

2017-03-12 23:04:57

Ill start by saying the food was terrific - served piping hot and tasty - all 4 of us enjoyed our meals. The service and attentiveness were spot on - refills thankfully kept coming. The wait for food for over an hour and ten minutes was totally unacceptable. The Wisteria Festival was taking place directly outside so there was no reason to be understaffed. Be sure to ask how long it will take to get your food when stopping by.

Review №72

2023-05-13 13:47:06

Its my dads favorite place in Sierra Madre. Offers all the classics but also a few ethnic dishes to cover all the bases. Lovely outdoor seating.

Review №73

2023-02-05 21:42:16

Food was delicious and staff was friendly and attentive! Its in a cute little area of downtown.

Review №74

2021-08-27 16:12:28

It’s not the ONLY place in town,,, but it is the best and their recent upgrades make the place even better. We love the people here and the WIDE food selection. The Ahi Tuna bowl seems a strange choice here but it’s still one of my favorites.

Review №75

2015-07-15 20:01:20

Very dirty. The carpet is old and very dirty. The upholstered benches are filthy. They need to upgrade this place to better floors and upholstery. The owner just spent a mint on his home upgrade, now its time for the restaurant. The food is good and they will make it anyway you want. The breakfast menu could use an upgrade but tastes good.

Review №76

2018-06-17 15:39:58

Took my daughter and her friends here for lunch. They were very impressed! Large portions, great service and the fact that they are all athletes who have dietary restrictions didnt bother the staff one bit. What a pleasure, oh and the menu is full of variety.

Review №77

2022-12-05 19:14:46

Great place! Breakfast is fantastic. Small town feel. Great food. Good service

Review №78

2022-05-07 05:32:34

Great customer service and the food is delicious cant go wrong with any choice. Food portions are on the bigger side. Highly recommended 👌

Review №79

2019-09-22 13:14:08

I like this place for the pleasant family friendly staff, variety of seating arrangements, and a relatively wide selection of offerings. If a group cant decide, the menu will have something for everybody. Quality of food not bad but not that good either. Shall we say good enough.

Review №80

2023-03-28 19:07:47

Avoid this place overheard the manager named Bill telling employees to not sit black or Latino people on the patio because they don’t pay there checks it’s 2023 why is this still allowed ? Wish I got a picture of the manager middle aged white male with short hair

Review №81

2021-07-12 18:24:33

I love brunch here - never been disappointed in my choices. My friend says their oatmeal is the best, but I cant bring myself to get that when there are so many other exciting things to order!

Review №82

2021-04-29 06:02:20

Always filling meals and by far the best fried calamari in so Cal, that is no exaggeration, I’ve tried from Long Beach to Oxnard and from places near and far. But this spot has the most exquisite calamari along w a great selections of wine and beer!

Review №83

2021-04-30 20:27:11

It was so wonderful being able to go there and actually dine inside! Love that place and the service.

Review №84

2018-04-09 01:37:15

The food here is fresh and yummy. This morning I had the veggie omelette. It was full of spinach, mushrooms, etc. The staff is friendly. They lost 1 star because of the coffee. If you are a coffee drinker, you know how important this aspect is to a successful brunch/breakfast. The coffee is awful. Im sorry to say this. Then to make matters worse, Stevia and/or Sugar in the Raw were not part of the offering. Delicious food, though!

Review №85

2021-06-14 23:02:33

Very reliable eatery. Havent been for years but the service and food yesterday were as good as I recalled. Inside seating is a little dark but there is plenty of covered seating outdoors. Smaller menu.

Review №86

2021-10-09 15:18:31

Full disclosure, we didnt get to eat here. Just wanted to let other dog owners know that they are NO DOGS, even on the outdoor patio. They still consider it inside.Looks super cute and yummy though!

Review №87

2019-08-21 00:37:57

I like this restaurant a lot. breakfast was great and the view of the mountain was awesome. you could ask to sit outside at the patio and enjoy quiet street and enjoy the scenery. After breakfast you can have a nice walk to mountain, park or local store.

Review №88

2019-03-20 03:04:24

Visiting family here in CA. They suggested we go to this establishment for a family dinner. Our party of six had beef stroganoff, soup, meat loaf, portabello mushroom ravioli, and a couple of burgers. Everyone was well pleased with their food. Our server Ashley was friendly and offered suggestions on various menu options. The entire Staff was quite attentive even though the place was busy. Look forward to our next visit when we return.

Review №89

2019-08-13 15:16:10

The name is not completely true, but this is a good choice for a meal. There are other eating choices in the vicinity. The menu runs the gamet of food items providing a plethora of options. Choices cover anything from standard American fare, to Chinese, to some Latino dishes. Staff were cordial and attentive. This restaurant is certainly one to check out if passing through Sierra Madre.

Review №90

2021-08-17 19:10:13

The only Place in Town is Wonderful. You can sit out side and look at the mountain view or sit in side in a private booth with high backs. I love the breakfast. They have really good pancakes and the bacon is delicious.Even the Hamburgers are great. Big and juicy and a good portion of meat.Try the homemade Apple Pie. It is simply the best place around.Rambo

Review №91

2021-05-17 01:54:42

Great service. Wonderful menu. Good Cobb Salad. We dined indoors and felt safe but there is also outdoor seating. Good Brunch menu too.

Review №92

2022-02-26 14:02:04

Nice outdoor dining area, big choice of interesting dishes. Our table had the ahi salad and the beef stroganoff and all were pleased.

Review №93

2021-07-14 14:31:07

Nice outdoor seating area with good view of foothill. Fair prices, I guess (although being raised broke, my family would have said too expensive). Large portions, and morning alcoholic drinks.

Review №94

2019-07-14 06:35:34

This is a girlfriends lunch spot for me. On the main street of a small-ish community, this restaurant was once really The Only Place in Town to eat. Classic breakfasts and a good lunch menu - my favorite is the Chinese Chicken salad. (It comes with a piece of zucchini bread!). Nice wait-staff in a classic restaurant/cafe setting.

Review №95

2020-03-11 21:39:25

Should be called the best place in town! Service is always amazing, personable workers, and great atmosphere. Prices fit exactly what you get and portions are pretty big. I would 100% recommend.

Review №96

2019-11-18 16:40:00

Sunday service was fun and friendly atmosphere was great. Add to meatloaf sandwich it was as good as mom could make. This is a great place on 5th good food loved every bit of it. I dont like its 4 hours

Review №97

2019-05-27 00:11:35

Such a beautiful restaurant I tried the other day. My booth had such a beautiful view of the mountains. Very friendly staff and the food is delicious and the portions are huge. I would definitely say a must try 5 stars

Review №98

2018-12-20 05:04:38

Been there twice. Always good food and friendly service. Not the super high quality / expensive restaurant. Ideal for an evening when you dont wanna cook. The cowboy burger was awesome!

Review №99

2023-03-15 03:35:30

A great lunch and the waiters are also very nice, will come again

Review №100

2019-03-25 06:10:53

I walked into this restaurant 5 years ago and it immediately became the only place in town. The perfect lighting, friendly staff, diverse menu and fresh tasting food!. Good every day ♡

Review №101

2022-01-05 05:17:29

Still great food, wonderful menu & views, but the service is ridiculously SLOW. Just dont go when youre super starved, or youre likely to get Hangry!! ;-)

Review №102

2022-11-13 22:47:05

Great food. Make sure you put your name on the list when you get there!

Review №103

2022-08-15 20:44:27

Great food, lovely atmosphere. Had a nice breakfast with the wife and had a great time.

Review №104

2015-06-08 13:50:42

Atmosphere was nice and the food was okay - the service was not good. I had the steak and gorgonzola wrap. The steak was done nicely, but the gorgonzola had been replaced with cream cheese. We had waited quite a while for our food, so although the waitress offered to redo it, I passed so my friend and I could eat together rather than sequentially. We asked for both coffee and water. The first cup of coffee was hot and good. No one came around to offer a second cup and no water was forthcoming. When we finally got our waitresss attention, she asked the bus boy to get us coffee refills and some water. He came by with a water pitcher, but no glasses to put the water into. He then refilled our coffee cups with what turned out to be cold coffee and never returned with the water. Altogether, it was disappointing.

Review №105

2022-10-29 02:27:30

Carly and the crew excellent customer service and support. I always feel like family. Thank you so much for everything

Review №106

2015-11-19 06:55:51

Horrible, Horrible, Horrible Experience – Will NEVER Go BackWe had heard good things about Barney’s Only Place In Town from people who had not been there in a while. We journeyed to Sierra Madre (a town super-well-known for its dog friendliness). Our friends said they remembered seeing dogs allowed on the outside patio. We set a date and met our friends at the restaurant expecting a great experience—that’s the only good part of our experience. We had toy poodles housed in a pet stroller (fully contained). The restaurant manager told us that although they had allowed dogs on the patio in the past, that it is no longer true, and we could not have the stroller/dogs on the patio. We then moved the dogs off the patio and onto the PUBLIC sidewalk. We were then told that we could not have the stroller on the public sidewalk either. Now, of all the possible ironies: as they were informing us we could not have the stroller on the sidewalk because it would impede pedestrian traffic and be a safety concern, an elderly woman, using a walker passed by the stroller with ease. I mean there was tons of room for her to pass even with the stroller on the sidewalk, parallel parked to the patio fence. I have included a photo of the extra wide sidewalk. Why they have taken this, IMHO, ridiculous stance against dogs in a town where six doors down, there is a dog bowl full of fresh water for any dog to drink from (set out by the business owner), I’ll never know. Additionally, the public park only a block away had provisions for dogs including, city-supplied, doggie waste bags available. Okay, but you want to know about the food. Mediocre, at best! My Caesar salad was small and less than ordinary, had no anchovies, and seemed to me to be an overpriced dinner salad with a few croutons and cheese. After I started eating the salad, I noticed there was DIRT, in the salad! They took the salad away and brought me a new one.I write very few negative reviews, but this place really needs to clean up their act. Had it not been for our friends being there, we would have walked away. We REALLY REGRET we didn’t!

Review №107

2017-11-22 18:35:55

We ordered two avocado omelets and the avocados on top were old, brown, disgusting. Unfortunately, it is not the first time. The food is overpriced. In the other side the restaurant is clean and the staff is very nice.

Review №108

2018-03-10 19:35:13

We had it catered to an event at a meeting and the salad and zucchini bread was great. The bread was moist and flavorful. My fiancé and I went for dinner and ordered a chicken sandwich and I ordered the fish tacos. We also ordered a side of zucchini bread. The zucchini bread was dry and not flavorful at all. My finance’s sandwich was quite greasy and plain. Sadly, I could only eat half of a fish taco as it tasted very strongly like unflavorful fish and was extremely dry. Neither of us ate very much of our food and left quite hungry.

Review №109

2013-04-30 02:49:19

I am very hard to impress, and when it comes to restaurants I tend to be picky. My fiance and I searched diligently for a new, very quaint place with a good atmosphere. I read the previous reviews, and then decided to try for myself. We had breakfast on a Sunday morning at this nice little hidden treasure trove. In my own words, here is my take on the whole matter.The place was busy and parking was a challenge. After making a u-turn we got lucky and found a parking space right in front of the restaurant. There were people sitting outside drinking their Sunday morning beverages and everyone seemed very happy and relaxed. After getting out of the car, it took about 5 seconds to discover where the entrance was. It was right in between the two outside patio seating area. The moment we opened the door inside, we had a very warm and fuzzy feeling. Regardless of how busy it was, service was great and attentive. The décor is splendidly simple and inviting. There is booth seating as well as table dining areas. Booth seating is very child proof, noise proof, and vibration proof, to the point that you will not be disturbed by the small children make faces at you from the booth directly behind you or in front of you.The food was absolutely and impeccably superb. The menu is vast but not over bearing. The food items include elegant recipes to fit my sophisticated palate, and range all the way to good ol’ American down home cooking (try the corned beef hash. Your stomach will thank you). The coffee is better than many 4 star hotels I have been to. In a word the coffee is brilliant. The pictures in the booth that we sat sat in will entice you as you are transported back in time to witness the good ol’ American classic cars in their true state. And to see a store from 1907 displaying a Coca Cola sign…just splendid.Some of the reviews I read stated that it is on the pricier side of food. In reality, breakfasts range around the $9.95 to $15 area; not pricey unless you are looking for a 99 cent menu. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner from 8 am to 9 pm every day. On Sundays they have a brunch menu up through 2 pm, but all other menu items are still available.Simply stated, for me it’s the only place in town that scores very, very high in great atmosphere, great service, great food, and wonderful prices. Ironically, the place is called…”The Only Place in Town”. Go ahead, pamper your appetite.

Review №110

2022-07-29 22:07:43

Really good Crab Cake Benedict and their iced tea is delicious. Waitress is always nice too ☺️

Review №111

2021-08-07 16:04:27

I really liked the atmosphere. The way booths are setup, its more private. I enjoyed my ribs dinner a lot, and the service was great.

Review №112

2021-03-28 20:38:13

Good quality food and airy outdoor seating available. Most people in the area were respectful and wear masks and do not argue about it. Nice little neighborhood spot.

Review №113

2016-11-11 22:49:42

Lunch: had a wrap, it was bland. tasteless. It came with slaw, also ordered ice tea both of which tasted like they needed to sanitize something, had a really nasty taste that I dont want to even think about.If I want American comfort food again Im not going there. Ever.

Review №114

2020-11-17 05:53:49

To have your bill folder placed on the to go container (???) How disgusting, and during this Pandemic! Oh I paid the bill, the food was good, but the waitress actions. Twice she placed it on the container. Never going back!

Review №115

2017-02-24 17:12:15

Great food at a reasonable price. Many of their selections are very unique and always give you that nostalgic feeling of comfort food. The staff is always super friendly.

Review №116

2019-11-15 21:58:56

The food was fabulous! The service was friendly and wonderful. The menu is huge! I definitely want to return someday when we are in the area.

Review №117

2019-02-25 21:39:13

Amazing food, their chocolate hip pancakes are amazing😂 I went with my mom yesterday and she really enjoyed it, they take long enough to cook the food that you can tell it’s good and fresh and wasn’t just microwaved. Also not overpriced 👌

Review №118

2023-11-07 05:28:09

When the weather is good they have a wonderful little outdoor patio we love to go there and eat and look at the mountains

Review №119

2017-05-25 17:18:13

My friends and I love coming here fir lunch after church. Theres often a waiting list, but its worth it. As many times as weve eaten here, weve never had an issue.

Review №120

2018-07-23 22:30:47

This is a terrific spot in Sierra Madre. Staff was very helpful, offered suggestions after asked. Food was delicious for both myself and partner. I consider it to be a Go to dining spot with an extensive menu.

Review №121

2021-04-17 21:10:43

Great food, great selection, and we love the indoor and outdoor dining. Gotta purchase the olive oil, too. You wont use another after you try it.

Review №122

2019-07-31 08:06:09

We needed a quick meal at home. Only Place was a phone call away. We picked up a delicious corned beef sandwich and potato salad to die for in 20 minutes!

Review №123

2023-03-12 14:06:34

Great local restaurant! Food was top notch.

Review №124

2022-02-24 20:56:30

This is my local go to. Great food, friendly service and great views of mountains. Price are reasonable.

Review №125

2019-10-16 04:05:06

Really good food. Service was a little slow but they were busy. Waitress was excellent. Great place!!!

Review №126

2017-04-06 22:33:22

Food is DELICIOUS! Service is AWESOME. Ive been here a couple of times and have never had a dish I disliked....every thing is hearty and great tasting.👍😀

Review №127

2022-09-19 20:45:13

We sat outside which was nice. Good food. Will be going back again.

Review №128

2018-12-20 07:47:27

The Fish and chips was good. However my friends Roast Beef was way too salty. So she took it home to see how to tone it down.

Review №129

2023-01-10 04:13:33

Really enjoy the food, service and atmosphere seating outside.

Review №130

2019-04-21 22:04:31

I had the corn beef hash with poached eggs. Was not all that great. Even though I ate it all because I was so hungry, I dont think I will be going back very soon. The we sat at a booth, which was not comfortable and was very dark (had to use the flashlight on my phone).

Review №131

2018-07-22 22:03:19

This place is great. The menu has pages of options for you to select. And there is always a chalkboard special. Today I ordered the Auburn Omelet, it was perfect.

Review №132

2016-11-05 17:21:59

Place is good not great. There are better breakfast restaurants in neighboring cities. Good selection of food but needs an update. Coffee if good as well which is a plus because many breakfast restaurants have bad coffee.

Review №133

2020-09-09 00:24:09

For having to eat outside during a pandemic and local smoke from fires, this place really deserves 5 stars. Ambiance is 5⭐, attention from wait staff is 5⭐, food is 5⭐, its all 5⭐!

Review №134

2021-03-21 00:31:02

I been going there for 35 years. Every day take my daughter to Maranatha high school, and my husband and I would spend time there,🌹 now he gone😪 married him March 22 1962 and come and eat there every year on this day.❤🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹😎

Review №135

2017-12-31 01:11:48

Warm, family friendly restaurant in the heart of Sierra Madre. Food very comforting and classic. Service is friendly and prompt. A great place any time of the day!

Review №136

2021-08-16 00:38:28

Enjoyed patio dining, great selections on menu. Really liked the food, service and the atmosphere.

Review №137

2021-12-30 16:31:36

Delicious food in setting reminiscent of 50 years ago.Very relaxing with exceptional service.

Review №138

2019-07-03 22:31:02

Busy wait on weekends, but easy to get into on weekdays. Food and service are good. Food tends to be salty so if youre low sodium, go elsewhere.

Review №139

2017-11-26 20:27:05

My favorite spot for lunch. Staff is friendly and I have never ordered anything I didnt love. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Review №140

2018-07-15 21:24:23

This used to be a favorite of mine. Not as good as it used to be. The salsa tastes like it had sugar in it instead of salt & the server acted like she was too busy even though it was not a busy time.

Review №141

2019-02-05 16:31:49

Great service and great food, exactly what I look for in a restaurant, the price wasnt bad either. Definitely going again when I have the chance.

Review №142

2018-05-06 14:46:13

There were 3 adults in our party, the food and service were good, more food than I could eat, nice atmosphere which could be a romantic setting for a couple, would like to go again when in this area.

Review №143

2018-05-28 22:53:17

Um,well...A friend took me here,we sat in front of the window,I was facing the cashier area where you pay before you exit. The reddish Hugh of the curtain was,COVERED IN DUST a curtain rod that is separated for you to walk through... as I was sitting there I looked at the top of the curtain rod,And its filled with dust (and its months worth of collected dust) also on the frames of the wood around the door you can see just gobs of dust ...(made me wonder what the kitchen look like!)And there were cobwebs in the corner of the window on the left side...really gross.The food we had was some Asian chicken salad that was like $13 something almost $14 the chicken was hard and old,it was not freshly cooked that day it had to be from yesterday or nost likely the day before and it just wasnt what I was expecting for a place in Sierra Madre... Also I had a bite of food in my mouth and the waitress who was an older female took my plate away, without even asking and I couldnt even speak cuz my mouth had food in it.. I wasnt finished... The cheese garlic bread was way over buttered and very greasy... And it was a very bad from the get go.... Just saying I could have went to Carls Jr and had better food.

Review №144

2018-11-27 20:52:09

Food was good, service was ok. Tri-tip diphad a very generous serving of beef, which was nice. Would go back, though not if Im in a hurry.

Review №145

2013-07-22 14:53:20

Had lunch here with a friend while in town. I had the Thai steak salad, which was superb. Zucchini bread was a nice surprise, too.

Review №146

2019-02-27 05:32:05

Best place in town. Most extensive menu anywhere. I got the Maggie Wong Chinese chicken salad. Everything I have ever had is great.

Review №147

2018-02-23 04:34:35

The food was o.k., the service was slow. The Lettuce wraps could have been so much better had they used butter lettuce instead of head lettuce. Yuck.

Review №148

2022-03-05 01:58:32

This place has a great breakfast menu and the best Bloody Marys in the area

Review №149

2019-02-01 02:10:55

Great place to take your family for a nice old fashion sit down dinner. Great tasting food along with great service.

Review №150

2023-09-14 16:40:33

Good food and nice service

Review №151

2019-02-11 03:48:12

Very clean. Very friendly service. Good food .excellent hot chocolate with whip cream .cozy place to dine in the rain

Review №152

2022-03-27 21:59:56

Nice outside dining experience with good food and great coffee. Nice service.

Review №153

2020-10-04 23:24:17

Loved the steak salad! Great job on modifications for outdoor patio on account of Covid. Great menu selection.

Review №154

2016-09-18 03:12:33

This restaurant has extensive menu. They Serve breakfast lunch and dinner. If you go for dinner ask for the table by the window. The table features one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.

Review №155

2021-04-24 14:38:01

They have outdoor seating, a very full menu and a good wait staff. I hope they keep the outdoor seeting after the precautions are through.

Review №156

2021-12-01 17:18:28

Whats not to love about the only place in town, food is great, service is great, and the view is Incredible!

Review №157

2020-08-29 18:02:04

Food and service is always excellent. Theres outdoor dining and is very spacious; very comfortable

Review №158

2019-12-03 23:33:22

Went to a birthday party there .the food was great portions were huge . And the waitresses were hella cool.

Review №159

2021-12-28 01:36:06

My wife and I travel to Los Angeles periodically and this is our favorite place when visiting. Great service and food

Review №160

2022-04-03 00:56:30

Our server was wonderful 😊...very attentive to our needs. Very personable🤗Anxious to go again!

Review №161

2018-04-06 02:10:15

Its a little gem of a restaurant, l had an excellent eggs Florentine with great zucchini bread and a huge amount of hash browns!

Review №162

2023-01-24 21:31:58

Fabulous European imports. Could eat every item in this store!!

Review №163

2021-07-18 23:28:31

This place lives up too there name most definitely, at first I was sceptical, but after the third visit, Im a believer, I definitely recommend this location.

Review №164

2017-12-13 19:49:13

Good food, nothing extra special. It was fine but I wouldnt go out of my way to eat here.

Review №165

2019-09-07 05:58:12

The service is fast & friendly. Nice ambience too. I enjoyed the fish tacos: delicious!

Review №166

2018-01-31 00:17:28

If youre looking for a place to eat and run, this may not be the right place especially on a Saturday around 12:30pm. Place seemed busy, took awhile to order and receive meal. But when the food came, it was a eating frenzy.

Review №167

2021-01-16 15:56:55

Ordered online for pick-up and the food was ready at the time requested. Service was fast and friendly.

Review №168

2018-01-07 15:19:59

Food is good - nothing special. But the staff was extremely friendly and service was fast.

Review №169

2018-03-10 18:54:43

Breakfast is pretty delicious.

Review №170

2016-04-30 01:16:15

The wrap with shrimp is amazing the,service was perfect ..each and every time ...so go there enjoy the wonderful food.

Review №171

2018-09-21 03:57:49

Great Food, Great Prices! Warm and welcome staff and quaint patio dining option.

Review №172

2017-01-05 17:15:41

The food is a 4 star however my waitstress was slow. The place us old and very nice.

Review №173

2021-07-22 09:56:26

Well, all I can say its that it was so good I cant remember having it. But for sure I will come back to it and at that time not only Ill enjoy it but for sure savour it as well.

Review №174

2018-09-10 20:36:55

Good place, good food, good customer service.

Review №175

2018-11-10 06:05:27

Nice place to bring family and friends.

Review №176

2018-02-17 01:00:33

Great food Some delicious unique choices and a great friendly staff

Review №177

2022-09-06 21:39:13

About the best burger I ever had. It was the Bourbon Burger.

Review №178

2019-09-22 19:16:18

Lots of choices on the menu. Pleasant staff in a warm environment. Consistently good.

Review №179

2018-08-20 02:48:54

Good food, large menu. I think staff, owner etc could be better. Just be genuine & care.

Review №180

2018-11-05 21:48:32

I love the big salads. The omelets are wonderful. My husband loves cheeseburgers and sandwiches

Review №181

2023-09-12 12:07:07

A hidden gem of the foothills of Sierra Madre

Review №182

2020-10-10 02:39:03

Great service good food, almost got run down by a skate boarder when leaving.

Review №183

2022-01-27 20:39:07

Its decent fare in a cute town. Youll find something on the menu for everyone!

Review №184

2016-12-04 14:09:24

This is one of our go to places in Sierra Madre. They have good food and a large menu. Something for ever one for all meals.

Review №185

2019-12-23 22:53:05

Also the best place in town. Friendly service and a very wide, good menu.

Review №186

2016-07-16 19:35:06

Very good breakfast. I had the breakfast burrito and it was delicious. Also tried the Baja breakfast and it was amazing as well.

Review №187

2017-12-12 00:06:34

We enjoy the food here and the welcoming feeling we get each time we visit!

Review №188

2016-11-16 23:32:26

Love this place. Been coming here since I was a little girl. Zucchini bread is absolutley superb.

Review №189

2023-02-18 00:58:27

Technically its not the only place in town but it is delicious!

Review №190

2021-05-08 05:20:50

Service was excellent. Food was perfect. Will be back very soon

Review №191

2018-11-28 19:03:31

Good food nice atmosphere ....inside and outside eating areas...friendly courtous staff

Review №192

2021-11-10 15:56:54

I had the best chicken sandwich . It was so good and juicy .

Review №193

2018-03-05 07:31:30

Yummy food, interesting menu, comfortable surroundings but showing a little wear & tear.

Review №194

2018-05-07 12:36:01

Awesome food, great prices, and amazing service! What more could you ask for?

Review №195

2017-05-30 00:43:59

I had the tilapia with Mango. It was delicious!! Beautiful views of the mountain from the patio.

Review №196

2018-09-21 18:49:30

An outstanding, friendly atmosphere with a great staff and a great selection of food.Highly recommended.

Review №197

2018-09-05 03:01:45

Great breakfast. Tons of options, including gluten free options, and all of them are good.

Review №198

2021-04-16 21:20:53

Oh my God... This place looks really amazing. Cant wait to go back and try something.

Review №199

2023-01-27 22:34:13

Nice place... good burgers!