Traffic Jam serves up some tasty food, but is somewhat lacking in organization and atmosphere. Does this stop me from eating there regularly? Absolutely not.
Tucked away by the 101 side of the Raintree Strip mall level of hell, Traffic Jam is the very definition of a mom and pop shop. As in, it looks like a nice older couple run the place.
The food is well prepared and tasty. They actually roast turkey breasts for their turkey sandwiches, and it really creates a rich flavor. Pea soup is one of my personal obsessions, and it's handled perfectly at Traffic Jam. I've found myself stopping in at least once a week just to bring some soup back to work.
While the food is good, the service, decor and organization are somewhat disjointed. Plastic cars cover the walls, and they don't really tie into the theme of the food. Though it pains me to say it service is slow. On nearly all of my visits one delightful woman is working the register and preparing all of the food. If there are more than two or three customers the wait tends to grow.
I wholeheartedly recommend grabbing a bite at Traffic Jam, just plan accordingly.