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Santa Monica - Cafe Zella restaurant
5.7

Cafe Zella

  • Santa Monica
  • $$
  • Breakfast
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    good
  • Perks
    great

Food: Food is great, but a little pricey

Cafe Zella serves up a breakfast burrito that’s filling enough to fuel a marathon, alongside a pesto brown rice bowl bursting with nutty flavors. Generous portions and fresh ingredients create a flavorsome journey, but diners might find themselves clutching their wallets tighter than anticipated.

  • Great Variety

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

  • Okay Portions

    Shareable portions indicate they might be more than adequate, but context varies.

top dish at Cafe Zella

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    Breakfast Sandwiches 🏆

    Breakfast Sandwiches dish

Vibe: Mediocre ambiance with minimal appeal

The atmosphere at Cafe Zella has seen better days. It suffers from poor ventilation and sparse decor, creating an environment that feels more cramped than cozy. With tables too close together, patrons might struggle to avoid eavesdropping on neighboring conversations while they eat.

  • Great Drinks

    Drinks prepared to liking, amazing options, nicely made.

  • Okay Buzz

    WOM lacks bite-sized context to explain the neutral Buzz sway.

  • Bad Aesthetic

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

Perks: Friendly staff, but parking mishaps

Friendly service brightens the experience, making guests feel welcome. There’s a decent effort in accommodating dietary preferences, but finding a parking spot can feel like a game of musical chairs, as the lot is usually full. The outdoor seating could also benefit from a view enhancement.

  • Okay for Diets

    Variety of healthy menu options with inconsistent kitchen and long wait times.

  • Bad Staff