J Nichols Kitchen is a true gem in the West Los Angeles dining scene. Whether you’re stopping in for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this spot delivers consistently great food, warm service, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again. One standout on the menu is their Reuben sandwich—hands down one of the best I’ve had. The corned beef is perfectly tender, the sauerkraut is just the right balance of tangy and crisp, and the Swiss cheese melts beautifully into the toasted rye bread. Every bite is packed with flavor, and it’s clear that they take pride in using high-quality ingredients. Beyond the Reuben, the entire menu is well-crafted, offering a mix of classic comfort dishes and fresh, modern takes. The service is always friendly, and whether you’re dining in or taking food to go, you can expect a great experience. If you’re looking for a reliable, delicious spot in Los Angeles with a laid-back yet elevated feel, J Nichols Kitchen is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

Stopped by here after a flight into LAX and loved the open sunny vibes of the restaurant. Really beautiful interior and great staff. Food wasn’t super cheap but plating was vibrant and food was clean and very enjoyable! Would certainly go back again if I’m in the area. Do check it out for breakfast / brunch with friends.

This is the most stingy Panda Express I ever been to! purposely they try to give you as little as they can! or side of shrimp they couldn't fill the little box, I why, the answer was side of shrimp is 7 pieces! they should advertise on the price, 7 pieces! order 4 combos, got 3 napkins! who ever owns this franchised is just Nickle and dime the customers !

LOOK AT HOW MUCH FOOD THEY GAVE ME!!! Never going back to this location, bigger plate was small

Although price was very reasonable, food was not that good. This dish cost me like $12, so price is good. And waitress looks harsh, but she is actually nice, and the way she talks to other customers who may be regular was good too.

Food is good, generous portion. Unassuming yet far exceeds expectations.

Mini size portions served without rice. It’s not ridiculous it’s outrageous. See photos of full orange chicken portions delivered in containers that maybe fit for 1 pice of sushi.

A solid choice if you want a Chinese option that isn’t a hipster, modern style joint or that isn’t Panda Express. The fried rice, chicken, and chow mein were good. The chow fun was a tad too salty.

This comment is for food only as I had someone do the pickup. The two-item combo is $11.99 and five-piece wing is $10.38, not a bad deal given the inflation era we have been living in. We ordered: Combo 1: Fried rice/Singaporean noodle half half, Orange chicken, Spicy fish tofu. They all have excellent tastes and texture. The fish and tofu has a little numbing pepper in it which tastes legit and I really like it. Combo 2: Chow Mein, mixed veggie, black pepper chicken, salt pepper shrimp. Again, the taste hit the spot. The shrimp is crispy enough to chew and eat the shell too. 5-piece wings: the wings are crispy outside and juicy inside. The original flavor makes it mild and not overall salty. Perfect for fried chicken. In my opinion, the food is much better than Panda Express as they are less greasy and way less saltier. If you crave for a quick bite of fast food Chinese, I would highly recommend Golden Scoop!

We're from out of town and happened to stop in right at the lunch rush. Despite that, we got our food extremely fast and experienced great service! The food was very delicious and reasonably priced. We forgot to take pictures of the food before we started eating because it looked so tasty! We'll definitely be coming back here again before we leave town! Parking can be a bit of a challenge, but it just depends on what's available when you get here. Plenty of parking within walking distance though. Excellent food, fabulous service, and great price. Highly recommended for your top-notch American Chinese!