Alexander's Brite Spot is a seriously hip(ster) diner. We love the ambience, amber lighting, old wood paneling like your 70's basement, cozy burnt-umber booths, and a menu that pleaseth both the carnivorous and veggie tongue alike. They're open 7am-4am, which is how we likes it, seeing as 99% of our visits occur after midnight and about 3 alcoholic drinks. The crowd can be a bit precious, and the staff often times a little too aloof, but nothing could deter our affections for this joint (which also happens to be walking-distance from home).
Cute Sign, eh?
The menu is your usual diner fare, with comfort food abounding and a great breakfast menu that they serve all day and all night. And pretty much everything can be made into a meat-free delight - even the chicken fried steak, meatloaf, ribs and (you guessed it) sausage gravy. I always get the veggie biscuits and gravy with 2 eggs over-medium, which I then pile on top of my plate o' fantastical greatness. All this costs $3.25 -can you dig it?
Our friend Mike loves the coffee here. So much so that he goes almost every free day he has for some. On the beverage tip, they serve nice big glasses of water and soda, which as any die-hard diet coke connoisseur such as myself will tell you, is a highly underrated benefit. Free refills, folks, and that always brings a smile, doesn't it?
I loves me some Diet Coke!
The biscuits are great. Perfectly layered and buttery, they don't suck up too much gravy but hold their own while the gravy lovingly nestles into the nooks. Speaking of gravy, has there ever been a wonder like this delight? Not at all pasty, the gravy is smooth and mild (and dare I say, velvety?), accented perfectly by the bits of faux (or real) sausage crumbles that are plentifully scattered throughout. With the topping of some perfectly over-medium eggs, creamy yolk spilling into the gravy to add a richness unlike any other, the textures blend like a symphony of brunchiness. I usually ask for a little extra gravy on the side, because sometimes they're a bit skimpy on the pour, but they never upcharge for it or give me static. Truly a breakfast of champs.
Oh so incredibly good.
In my experience (and by me, I mean Hunter), I’m a guy who likes variety and likes to switch it up as much as possible. I don’t want to take any wind out of Dana’s vegetarian sails but Brite Spot definitely does some things better than others. The test of any diner, no matter how hip or authentic, is “Will I always get good breakfast food?” - and have no fear my friends, Bright Spot passes with flying colors. In their other departments it is a little hit or miss. Nothing has ever been “straight up send this back bad,” but when I ordered the Cuban Sandwich it was very dry and I spent much of my meal wishing I had ordered something else. The burger I had during our last trip was pretty good. This is definitely not a burger destination for the enthusiast, but if you are in your seat and want a burger – then go ahead you'll be fine. However, they did overcook mine, and they flavor the meat with some spices that made my burger kind of reminiscent of meatloaf. (I am still trying to figure out if that was a good thing or a bad thing.) The fries are often a touch limp but that said, not one has ever survived an encounter with Tipsy 2am Hunter (although I did think about leaving one on the plate to tell his friends about me). If you want a winning meat-oriented dish I recommend the Monte Cristo: They plop a scoop of cranberry sauce on top of your open-faced turkey, ham, melted cheese on French toast sandwich. And everyone knows that if there was a love contest of meats and condiments, Turkey and Cranberry sauce would make all the other lovers cry and wish they had true love. Over and out.
Bugerrrrrific!
Head on down to the Brite Spot for a great feast at any time of day. Word to the wise: if you've been imbibing into the wee hours, this place will cure what ails ya on the cheap.
Happy Happy Happy!
Brite Spot, 1918 West Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90026-3229 ph: 213.484.9800 www.britespotechopark.com Parking lot attached - woot woot!
Adorable Logo!
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apropos the logo, does anyone know how long the "keep smiling" dog/cat has been associated with the diner?
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