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CJ's CafeB+
3655 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90016
· Cafe, Breakfast restaurant, Soul food restaurant
· Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw
Community-loved breakfast and soul-food cafe with fresh juices and big plates; expect friendly service, occasional inconsistencies, and a bustling, casual vibe.
The verdict
CJ's Cafe delivers reliable neighborhood breakfast appeal through strong food quality and genuinely warm, attentive service that keeps regulars returning. However, inconsistent execution on doneness and order accuracy during busy periods, combined with worn diner aesthetics, prevents a higher grade. Fresh-squeezed juices and generous portions offer solid value for a casual La Brea breakfast destination.
One caveat: Occasional undercooked or overdone items reported
What to order
- Fried chicken
- Fresh juices (Vampire, OJ)
- Grits
What diners say
- That first hot plate arriving fast
- Fresh juices like Vampire and OJ
- Mix-and-match soul and Mexican American breakfasts
Opening Hours
Monday06:30–17:00
Tuesday06:30–17:00
Wednesday06:30–17:00
Thursday06:30–17:00
Friday06:30–17:00
Saturday06:30–17:00
Sunday06:30–17:00
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