Fried chicken. Waffles. Two foods, neither for which L.A. is particularly known. But put them together, serve them for breakfast, and – trust us – they will come. In a city of macrobiotic diets and Hollywood thin, there is something soulful and unifying about Roscoe's House of Chicken 'n Waffles. No matter who you may or may not be on the social scene, most everyone is happy to wait in line (as is usually the case) for a plate piled high with genuine Los Angeles tradition. Beer available. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner until late night daily.
Where the Locals Eat rating
Best Soul Food
Top 100 Restaurant, Los Angeles
"There's something very spiritual about Roscoe's, and it ain't merely the Southern soul food."
—Los Angeles Times
"The name may sound offbeat, but we assure you that this down-home combination really works, with sweet cinnamon-flavored waffles complementing Southern-style crispy fried chicken."
—Gayot
"Roscoe's is one of those places that you have to visit at least once to see how it works (and judging by the wait, it definitely works)."
—Frommer's
How others rate Roscoe's House of Chicken 'n Waffles
Zagat 2009
20 food rating (very good to excellent)
Frommer's
* (highly recommended)