Checkin Clifton’s Cafeteria Checked into Clifton's Cafeteria Dining at an LA institution for the first time. Clifton’s Cafeteria exterior a stunningly large bison keeps watch over the back corner of the cafeteria I had to try the meatloaf on my first trip. Life is not complete without Clifton’s Mac & Cheese A well sculptured alligator loaf of bread. Other than a few blackouts and air raid drills during WW2, this neon sign has always been on at Clifton’s They had some interesting baked bread sculptures throughout the cafeteria displays Dessert display you hit before the main entree lines A specialty cake Creative pineapple owl under a cloche Belly up to the counter with your own massive cafeteria tray. View from the second floor of Clifton’s: Trees, nature, and quirky unnatural lighting Old school decor in the cafeteria Bar menu Neon sign in the front of the house Converted Wireless Clifton’s: Cafeteria line starts here 34.0454628-118.2531391