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Santa Monica - Flapjax restaurant
8.3

Flapjax

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

Food: Delightfully unique, but pricey

Flapjax sets a high bar with its creative menu and outstanding taste. The Pancake Breakfast Combo and Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are a must-try. They are lauded for their freshness, large portions, and the extensive variety of their offerings. However, be prepared to shell out a bit more for your pancakes.

  • Great Variety

    Menu has great variety and something for every taste preference.

  • Bad Value

    Overpriced menu items, including $19 pancakes, draw customer dissatisfaction.

Top 3 dishes at Flapjax

  1. 1

    Pancake Breakfast Combo 🏆

    Pancakes are huge, fluffy, and consistently the highlight of the breakfast.

    Pancake Breakfast Combo dish
  2. 2

    Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

    The glaze and fluffiness are frequently praised; described as 'absolute highlight'.

    Cinnamon Roll Pancakes dish
  3. 3

    Patatas Bravas

    Crunchy, well-seasoned, with a delightful spicy kick, utterly delicious.

    Patatas Bravas dish

Vibe: Charming but not for date night

Boasting a chic ambiance, Flapjax definitely scores high on the trendy meter. The decor creates a cozy and comforting vibe which makes your dining experience all the more enjoyable. For those seeking a romantic date venue, however, the noise levels may put a dampener on the mood.

  • Great Ambiance

    Chic ambience with cozy, trendy decor enhancing the dining experience.

  • Bad For Dates

    Indoor dining room quite loud; not conducive for romantic date experiences.

Perks: Efficient service with ample choices

Flapjax caters to the needs of their patrons effectively. There's mixed feedback on parking but the positive outdoor setting, accommodating service for large groups, healthy dietary options, and pet-friendly approach outweighs any minor issues. Just don't plan on having a quiet conversation over your pancakes.

  • Great Outdoor

    Quiet, peaceful back patio area with cute decorations, enhances dining experience.

  • Okay To Park

    Mixed experiences with metered parking, both on street and dedicated lot.

  • Hard To Hear

    Hard to concentrate or work due to the loud, disruptive noise levels.