Nickel Diner Part II: Retro Breakfast Sweets

Feb 3, 2011

by TheFunFoodie
posted in Dining Out

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Yes, research is ongoing for The Fun Foodie. Just wanted to share the latest findings at the downtown L.A. gem, Nickel Diner (read my original review here). We didn't sit down this time. They are very gracious to pack up their sweet treats to go. I think they do it often.

Red Velvet Donuts. A very enjoyable pastry cream, but not any legit "red velvetiness" going on. Still, a great donut!

The Maple Bacon and Nutella donuts were as awesome as I remembered. The Strawberry Crumble was a bit too fake tasting for me.

Their apple-filled house-made Pop Tart is many times better than what we all thought was so wonderful as kids!

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