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Santa Monica - Cafe Zella restaurant
4.3

Cafe Zella

  • Santa Monica
  • $$
  • Breakfast
  • Quick
  • Food
    good
  • Vibe
    bad
  • Perks
    good

Food: Mouthwatering variety on plate

The Breakfast Burrito, Pesto Brown Rice Bowl, and Chicken Avocado Sandwich prove to be crowd favorites at Cafe Zella. With a menu diversely put together, the creativity in every dish is praised. The taste is described as delicious, hitting the mark with every forkful. The freshness of the ingredients is evidently admired with generous portions breathing life to the concept of value. However, some patrons feel the delights on the plate don't exactly justify the dent in their wallets.

  • Great Variety

    Extensive, diverse menu with options for all, exceeding customer expectations.

  • Bad Value

    Some find it pricey for the offered quality, implying a bad value.

Top 3 dishes at Cafe Zella

  1. 1

    Breakfast Burrito 🏆

    Delicious, filling, and a great option for a flavorful breakfast meal.

    Breakfast Burrito dish
  2. 2

    Chicken Avocado Sandwich

    Tender chicken and ripe avocado on perfectly toasted bread, creating a delectable meal.

    Chicken Avocado Sandwich dish
  3. 3

    Pesto Brown Rice Bowl

    Amazing pesto, filling, with a pleasant nutty flavor and nicely cooked rice.

    Pesto Brown Rice Bowl dish

Vibe: Cramped, hot and unpleasant

The ambiance of Cafe Zella leaves much to be desired. The not-so-well-ventilated space creates a discomforting heat, compounded by the close proximity of tables. The outdoor seating, supposedly a breath of fresh air, is akin to dining in a parking lot with a view of a dumpster. The drink selection remains average, trying hard to lift the otherwise dampened spirits.

  • Okay Drinks

    Good drink menu selection, but prices considered average.

  • Bad Ambiance

    Not well ventilated, hot, sparse decor, tables too close together.

Perks: Kid unsuitable but diets abound

The service at Cafe Zella brings back some much needed positivity. Staff is praised for their friendliness and the quick service they offer. The parking situation is a bit of a mixed bag, with a small parking lot but available street parking. The restaurant isn't exactly kid-friendly or clad for groups but impressively caters for many dietary restrictions.

  • Great Service

    Staff consistently praised for friendliness, quick service, and welcoming atmosphere.

  • Okay To Park

    Small parking lot usually full, street parking available as alternative.

  • Bad For Kids

    Difficult to navigate with a stroller; not accommodating for families.