Claudine Kitchen & Bakeshop

Delicious Food, Busy AtmosphereI visited Claudine Kitchen in Encino and had a great experience with the food! I ordered the truffle mushroom toast, which was simple but packed with flavor, and it came with a fresh side salad--such a great combo. I also tried the coffee cake muffin, and it was one of the best I've had! Not too sweet, perfectly moist, and topped with a delicious crumble.A big plus is the validated parking--there's an underground lot, and Claudine has a validation machine by the entrance for two hours free parking. However, if you're going on the weekend, be prepared for crowds. It was tough finding a table, and open seats were gone in seconds. Inside, it's pretty loud because the space is packed. They also have wifi.Overall, fantastic food and a great spot, but if you're looking for a quiet, relaxed meal, it might be tricky during peak hours! Would definitely come back for the food, though.

I visited Claudine's while waiting for my sister's cataract surgery across the street.The coffee was excellent, the service friendly and warm. The meal (breakfast) was quite good with one exception. I ordered the eggs poached and they were nearly hard cooked.Will I return? Probably.

Oh Claudine! The "it" spot for breakfast/ brunch! I've been going here for years and it never disappoints. Great food and drink options, friendly service and cute decor. Our kids loved all the holiday decor this year. You stand in line to order your food then find seating. They bring your food to your table once ready. Since I am on a health kick, I ordered the egg white burrito. Very delicious and filling. The brisket breakfast burrito is probably the best seller. You can never go wrong with an omelette, avocado toast, or chilaquiles. A must have for a dessert which we like to share is the churro tres leche French toast. Enjoy!

We met my brother here for breakfast before we had to make our way back home to AZ. Claudine has a great variety on the menu to please everyone. I appreciated that they let me order just one malted pancake instead of the three shown on the menu as I can never finish off that many. I only wished they were a bit more generous with the blueberries (as it's a $2 upcharge to add them) but at least they sprinkle a couple on top. My husband and brother were both happy with the brisket breakfast burrito they ordered. It's kind of a beast! Overall it was a good place to meet up.

This place cranks out high quality food for the masses everyday. If you want to eat light, you're covered. Heavy? Covered. Sugar bomb? Covered. They are holding prices in line with the market. You can usually find a seat. Lunch rush is significant so plan to wait 10-15 mins for food. Enjoy.

Finally able to sit down and try this place as I've ventured in several times on weekends, and it was way too packed. Still surprisingly busy on a weekday afternoon, but there were plenty of tables both inside and outside. We sat outside and enjoyed the tasty coffee. They have good choices, but wouldn't say it was super strong. Menu is large as well and has both breakfast and lunch options. The baked goods also have quite an assortment. We shared the caprese sandwich and Chinese chicken salad. Both were good, but the red velvet donut for dessert is what truly made the meal. Definitely want to return and try more caffeinated beverages and food options!

Apparently I only eat at great places. Yes; I do my research beforehand because let's face it everything is getting pricey and if I'm going to spend my money on eating out it had better be good which brings me to Claudine. It gets crowded here and with good reason. You go into this busy, light, and airy cafe and line up like you're in a school cafeteria. Grab a menu while you're waiting so you're ready to order when you get to the front. They know their bake goods are the bomb so you are lined up beside all the deliciousness tempting your tastebuds. You literally start to think, "It's breakfast time should I really get a huge slice of strawberry cake?" Well the answer is yes!!! I have no pics of my food because I inhaled it but lo and behold bring on the baked goods!!! A great place to check out for good eats and will definitely go on my return list the next time I'm in the area...

I loved this cafe and bakery in Encino. The baked goods are what drew me in but their food was yummy too! They have a wide assortment of baked good everything from pumpkin coffee cake to fruit filled tarts and danishes.I started with a slice of banana bread, the pumpkin coffee cake, and a raspberry tartlet.The coffee cake was super moist, great fall flavoring with the pumpkin and spices, and it was topped with a delicious crumble.The banana bread was equally moist and very good.I loved the raspberry tartlet you could tell it was made with fresh ingredients and the raspberry filling was really zingy.I got an egg white breakfast burrito which also tasted really fresh and came with a side of salsa. The burrito was filled with fresh spinach and feta cheese so it almost had a Greek twist. I really enjoyed it.Will definitely be back for more, their baked goods are especially irresistible!

Chicken sandwich, Nashville style. I stand by my 2022 review, five stars. Wedges were also perfect.

This local spot is a hidden gem! They have great house made pastries and treats and create some of the freshest breakfast and lunch dishes in all of the valley! The service was pretty good, the chef/owner came out to check on people which was fun to see. There is a lot of seats inside when you walk in, along with cute tables on the sidewalk too. Took home some tasty treats, like the pop tart and a brownie. Ordered the croissant sandwich and some hashbrown. So fresh and delicious! Cooked perfectly! Can't wait to go back and try more!