
Moonlark’s Dinette
Quick info
About Moonlark’s Dinette
Moonlark's Dinette serves breakfast and lunch on the ground floor of a hotel at 1060 S Broadway in Los Angeles, with a menu that runs to 98 dishes. The Breakfast Plate and the Daybreak Burger anchor the lineup, alongside chilaquiles verde and a Denver omelette. Reservations are recommended, though the dinette also seats guests who wait to be called at the door. Families with young children can request high chairs, and groups can book the private dining room. The step-free entrance accommodates visitors with mobility needs, and dogs are welcome at the outdoor seating. Valet parking is offered for those driving in, and diners who prefer to eat elsewhere can order takeaway or delivery. The restaurant is open daily for daytime service only. A 5% fee is added to every bill to cover operating costs.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Paid street parking · Somewhat difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available · Family friendly
- DietaryServes vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
98 dishes · mains $4–39- Lemon Cheesecake$12.00
- Jumbo Slice Of Chocolate Cake$15.00
- Strawberry Cheesecake$14.00
- Skirt Steak + Eggs$37.00
- The Breakfast Plate$22.00
- Daybreak Burger$20.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chilaquiles verde, 5% operating fee, pancakes and denver omelette.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chilaquiles verde, 5% operating fee, pancakes and denver omelette.
Customer Review Summary
Chilaquiles verde draw the most mentions, with reviewers repeatedly calling them tasty and well textured, though one describes them ruined by excessive lime and another found them mostly chips and sauce with barely any eggs. Close behind, the Denver omelette and daybreak burger earn praise, with one reviewer wishing they'd ordered the burger instead of the omelette, and pancakes and French toast are singled out as standouts by several diners. Service draws a split reaction: many describe staff as friendly, attentive, and quick to check back, but one diner recounts a slow, dismissive server who never offered a high chair for a child and rushed to clear menus mid-order, questioning whether treatment differed by race. Recurring gripes include a 5% "operating cost" fee several found misleading, a lack of menu modifications, steep coffee prices, and portions some called small for the cost, like a breakfast plate one compared to a "kids meal" at a premium price. Biscuits are noted to sell out early, prompting some reviewers to suggest arriving right at opening.
Customer Review Summary
Chilaquiles verde draw the most mentions, with reviewers repeatedly calling them tasty and well textured, though one describes them ruined by excessive lime and another found them mostly chips and sauce with barely any eggs. Close behind, the Denver omelette and daybreak burger earn praise, with one reviewer wishing they'd ordered the burger instead of the omelette, and pancakes and French toast are singled out as standouts by several diners. Service draws a split reaction: many describe staff as friendly, attentive, and quick to check back, but one diner recounts a slow, dismissive server who never offered a high chair for a child and rushed to clear menus mid-order, questioning whether treatment differed by race. Recurring gripes include a 5% "operating cost" fee several found misleading, a lack of menu modifications, steep coffee prices, and portions some called small for the cost, like a breakfast plate one compared to a "kids meal" at a premium price. Biscuits are noted to sell out early, prompting some reviewers to suggest arriving right at opening.
Featured reviews
- Jeremy
“Brought a date here for brunch and it was perfect. The food was good, the service was amazing, and the atmosphere was like a modernized diner. My one complaint is that it is pricey: over $20 per dish and almost $10 for drip coffee is insane.”
- Kee Lin Tan
“Came here for a USA Diner experience. Read good review about this place. Truly good. Waiter and waitresses are cheerful and attentive. Checking back with you, to check on how is the food after it’s being served, and if anything else is needed. Food is indeed good, flavourful. Showed the waitress a photo of something which I will like to try. Told me that it’s no longer on the menu and ‘counter suggest’ something similar. Thumbs up for great services provided :)”
- Manuella E
“I would’ve never thought the food would’ve been worse than mediocre. I came here based on other people’s reviews that came out highly disappointed. The quesadilla was no different. If somebody told me it came from Taco Bell. Nothing special to it. The verde chilques were horrible they over did with the lime to the point that is all the flavor it had. Barely any eggs mostly chips and sauce. The coffee tastes worst than a bodegas coffee. Don’t waste your time or money other options out here with better taste and options. For what was paid I could’ve went anywhere.”
- Steven Gonzales
“I visited Moonlark's Dinette for breakfast and had a refreshing start to the day. The restaurant blends the nostalgic charm of a classic American diner with a modern California touch, creating a space that feels both familiar and stylish. We ordered a variety of breakfast favorites including omelets, pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, and coffee. Everything arrived fresh and beautifully prepared. The ingredients tasted high-quality, and each dish offered a comforting yet elevated take on traditional diner fare. The portions were satisfying, and the presentation showed real attention to detail. The atmosphere was bright and welcoming, with comfortable seating and a relaxed energy that made it easy to enjoy a leisurely meal. The staff were friendly, attentive, and kept everything running smoothly throughout the visit. Overall, Moonlark's Dinette is an excellent breakfast destination for anyone looking for classic comfort food made with quality ingredients in a modern and inviting setting.”
- Tiffany Tommasini
“My oat milk latte was great. The menu is diverse and I had a latke with poached egg and smoked salmon. It was delicious. The cucumber snd ranch sauce was de delicious, however it was cool and sweeter than I was expecting. The texture and presentation was nice. Service was friendly and attentive.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Popular for popular for breakfast
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed outside
Show more amenities
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Has bar on site
- Offerings· 10
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Has private dining room
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Parking· 3
- Paid street parking
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
- Valet parking
- Planning· 1
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dining options· 7
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Has counter service
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Facilities· 2
- Has gender-neutral toilets
- Has toilet
- Crowd· 3
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Service options· 1
- On-site services available
- Highlights· 3
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Good for solo dining
- Atmosphere· 3
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
Location
Restaurants near Moonlark’s Dinette
- The Exchange Restaurant4.33390.4 mi$40–50Reservations
israeli-cali fusion cuisine, inventive cocktails, small shareable plates
- Fixins Soul Kitchen4.53,7190.5 mi$20–30Good for kidsReservations
collard greens, mac and cheese, fried chicken
- 0.5 mi$20–30Good for kidsReservations
burger and crispy fries, margarita flight and sangria, cuban sandwich
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moonlark’s DinetteGood for kids · Reservations | 4.81,106 | — | $20–50 | chilaquiles verde, 5% operating fee, pancakes |
| The Exchange RestaurantReservations | 4.3339 | 0.4 mi | $40–50 | israeli-cali fusion cuisine, inventive cocktails, small shareable plates |
| Fixins Soul KitchenGood for kids · Reservations | 4.53,719 | 0.5 mi | $20–30 | collard greens, mac and cheese, fried chicken |
| Lazy Dog Restaurant & BarGood for kids · Reservations | 4.4483 | 0.5 mi | $20–30 | burger and crispy fries, margarita flight and sangria, cuban sandwich |
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