Max and Helen’s
A classic diner that just opened in Larchmont LA in November 2025.
Investor: Phil Rosenthal
Executive chef: Nancy Silverton
Head Chef: Mason Royal, husband of Lily Rosenthal
The diner is a project envisioned by Phil Rosenthal with help from Nancy Silverton. It is named after Rosenthal’s parents Max and Helen Rosenthal.
MAX AND HELEN’S
Inspiration: Palace Diner in Biddeford, Maine
Space area: 6,100 square feet
Location: longtime space of Le Petit Greek restaurant
Classic diner breakfast menu: eggs, bacon, toast, potatoes, coffee
Also on the menu: patty melts
Milkshake recipe: half & half, milk powder, thrifty’s ice cream
A patty melt is an American grilled sandwich that consists of a ground beef patty topped with melted Swiss cheese and caramelized onions, all sandwiched between two slices of griddled rye bread (often caraway-seeded). It is a cross between a cheeseburger and a grilled cheese sandwich, traditionally made without condiments, and known for its savory, slightly sweet flavor from the caramelized onions.
Anyone been yet to Max and Helen’s?
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