Fox's Restaurant — Restaurant in California

I had to drive an hour and a few minutes west to Altadena to pick up some artwork I bought online and having never been there before, the first thing I did was Google “places to eat in Altadena.” I’m not big on American food, with one exception: diners. I love diners. And I LOVE fish and chips. When I saw this place I knew I had to check it out. I love Foxes too, so the sign immediately got my attention. It’s a tiny little place. I guess it’s been there forever. And it looks like it’s been there forever. Retro furniture, the retro star wallpaper, and the red and black checkered floors were such a welcome sight to my vintage loving soul. The service was friendly. The customers were diverse. All ages, shapes, sizes and colors. All good things. They had a menu board with a variety of different pies but they were all sold out. We went at like 1pm on a Tuesday though so for a place that closes at 2, we showed up too late I guess. And that’s not a complaint. That just tells me that they’re worth showing up earlier for. I got the fish and chips. I get fish and chips everywhere I go that has it more or less and I don’t make this statement lightly- this was the best I’ve ever had. The breading was crisp but soft at the same time, like a funnel cake texture almost. The fries were perfect. They tasted like the fresh cut ones I’d get at the fair every fall growing up. The grilled lemon was a nice touch. My husband had breakfast, French toast, eggs, bacon, and the house made sausage. He loved it. There wasn’t anything left on either of our plates. So how good is this place? Let me put it this way…it took me longer to drive here one way than it did to get my food and eat it, and I work night shift where I usually sleep on my days off till 5-6 pm, and this place closes at 2pm…and I fully intend to make this a regular destination. Five stars, no question! If you love diners, check it out. It wasn’t my reason for coming to Altadena today, but it will be the reason I return. We are new to California and this is definitely going to be one of our spots. Great prices and big...

As a fox lover, this dining location initially presented what would be a personal bias to appreciate the fare offered, but it was more than just a simple name or picturesque appreciation. Upon arriving on a Sunday afternoon, the facility was full on customers, which demonstrated an excellent sense of popularity among the locals, if not visitors from out of town. We were greeted graciously and a table arranged accordingly. The menu was simple in its selection of breakfast and luncheon fare, some of which bore endearing names such as Noah's Ark (two pancakes, two eggs and two bacon strips, with offered substitutes). Drinks were equally balanced in options for quantity and allowing easy decision. Our host was a pleasant individual, keen to share additions with enthusiasm on the part of the cooks who prepared everything, from baked goods to other available cuisine. The results of our requests were met with prompt time that involved little waiting, with attention to detail on concerns such as taking precautions against health hazards, as well as ensuring that all was cooked safely and efficiently. Each of us thoroughly enjoyed the fare to his or her own positive satisfaction. A selection of desserts was offered after the meal, which we graciously declined, with the assurance to sample at a future time, having been pleasantly content with the provided luncheon. The interior itself once bore much decor of foxes, per the facility's name, but after a recent remodeling, the transition to include such wall furnishings was still a lesser priority over serving the customers. It is something this one shall take to mind about assisting where available. Against such barren displays, the atmosphere was endearing to maintain that warm, family-oriented, country style that gives one a relaxed peace of mind while dining. To the owners and staff members of Fox's, thank you for a wonderful first experience. May it be soon that this one returns again, eager to welcome your culinary services, with shared joy...

We were a party of two from out of town. Street parking only. We were seated pretty quickly, INSIDE. Took about 20 minutes from the time we were seated for us to get our drinks and then another 15 or so for our waitress to come to our table. Erin, our waitress, took our order and did not check on us at all after that. She skipped our table multiple times, not making eye contact, nothing. We tried getting her attention multiple times but couldn’t due to her not even looking in our direction. Other tables seated after us had her full attention while we were waiting and waiting and waiting for a coffee refill. I had to get up to get my own coffee refill from a different staff member. That staff member apologized. The food was okay. The bacon and egg omelet had cheese but most of it was unmelted so that was kind of a let down. 6/10. The bacon though was GOOOOD. We also got the French toast. Pretty thick slices so it was kind of dry. The syrup really helped. 7/10. Honestly, I think I we would have enjoyed the food more if we didn’t feel like we were ignored. When we finished the food, the host took our plates away and we were waiting a good 20-30 minutes after for out waitress to come and bring the check or at least check on us. NOTHING. The only way I was “helped” was by standing by the server computer. Erin sounded annoyed and asked which table we were sitting at. WHAT DO YOU MEAN WHICH TABLE? We were INSIDE and you walked by us multiple times. The whole experience just left a bad taste in my mouth and was super disappointing. I’m sure everyone else had a good experience but man… being ignored at a restaurant by our waitress does not make you want to come back. I would have rather gone to Burger King if I knew that’s how we were going...