Bring a Knife, Fork and Your Hungry Stomach to These 8 Cities in LA County for a Healthy or Hearty Brunch
Written By: Chad Chisholm and Julia Edelman Breakfast in Los Angeles
A bowl of Cheerios, a frozen waffle and instant coffee—many Angelenos suffer during the week, eating heartless breakfast meals that fit their on-the-go lifestyle. You deserve better! These decadent brunch spots will surely make up for any generic cereal you ate earlier this week. Prepare your palette for bottomless mimosas, fluffy eggs and delicious gluten-free pastries. Brunch o’clock starts now!
Redondo Beach Breakfast in Los Angeles
Waterside Dining
BALEENKitchen is an upscale, waterfront brunch spot with cornmeal pancakes and a great view of the Marina. They do not mess around on their brunch cocktail options either—be sure to check out their bottomless mimosa deal on the weekends.
BALEENKitchen
260 Portofino Way
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Manhattan Beach Breakfast in Los Angeles
A Dash of Love & Salt
Order a warm Nutella Italian donut, lightly dusted with crunchy brown sugar, or a duck egg pizza and fall in love with breakfast again! Love & Salt gets pretty packed for brunch, so be sure to make a reservation.
Love & Salt
317 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Stranded by the Beach
Get a fancy view of the beach while enjoying The Strand House’s Chicken and Waffles or Stuffed French Toast—both local favorites. Request to sit on the second floor by a window to guarantee that you have a good view of the beach for your entire breakfast.
The Strand House
117 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
310.545.7470
Long Beach
Hear Our Brunch Prayers
You know you’re in for a food awakening when religious terminology is involved. At Saint & Second, regulars praise the breakfast sandwich and iced Irish coffee combo. The Tri Tip Breakfast is a close second.
Saint & Second
4828 E Second St
Long Beach, CA 90803
Breakfast in Los Angeles
Up in The Attic
A modernized, Southern brunch at The Attic includes vegan and gluten-free options. The Blue Bayou, an omelette with blue crab, shrimp, jack cheese and avocado, is a must-try. Request a patio seat if you want to bring your dog along for this brunch adventure.
The Attic
3441 E Broadway
Long Beach, CA 90803
562.433.0153
Breakfast in Los Angeles
Venice
Like a Good Neighbor, Brunch Is There!
Charming and comfortable, these filling brunch dishes are the heart of Neighbor. The aged cheddar polenta is highly recommended. Or, go sweet with the buttermilk pancakes, adorned with blueberries, walnuts, coffee butter and maple syrup.
Neighbor
1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice, CA 90291
Like Butcher, Like Daughter Best Breakfast
Take people-watching to the next level with a live view of Abbot Kinney at The Butcher’s Daughter. Live like a true Santa Monica native with their matcha pancakes (which are gluten-free, of course). Take it to an even higher level with a fresh juice flight.
The Butcher’s Daughter
1205 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice, CA 90291
       |
Santa Monica Brunch in Los Angeles
Elephante in the Room Best Brunch
Step up your brunch game with the Italian spot that everyone won’t stop Instagramming about—Elephante! The Green Eggs totally ups the ambiance and ocean view. Make reservations in advance and clear out space in your photo albums.
Elephante
1332 2nd St
Santa Monica, CA 90401
424.320.2384
Clair de Lunetta
Lots of parking at Lunetta All Day—need I say more? The Lemon Ricotta Pancakes and Chicken Fried Sandwich are bomb. It’s a very clean, cute brunch spot along the beach with indoor and outdoor seating.
Lunetta All Day
2420 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310.581.4201
Cheers, Mate!
Transport yourself to Australia as you dine in this laid-back beachy cafe. The flavors of the locally sourced produce and fresh ingredients come to life in each and every dish—especially in the sweet halloumi toast, Bondi breakfast and classic avo toast.
Blueys Kitchen
1814 Berkeley St
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Hollywood Brunch in Los Angeles
Ciao Down
Take your brunch the Italian way—you can enjoy a pairing of classic espresso beverages and flaky pastries or indulge in their Crostone del Campione, a specialty made with toasted Tartine sourdough, ham, Swiss cheese, truffle cream and egg.
L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele
1534 N McCadden Pl
Los Angeles, CA 90028
They Walk Into a Bar…
Boy meets girl and they open a restaurant called Met Her At A Bar. Brunch with your SO and try the “You Make Me Wake Up Happy” breakfast: waffles, scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage. Re-cap: homemade Belgium waffles, curated coffees and an opportunity to fall in love? Count me in.
Met Her At A Bar
759 S La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323.847.5013
Bonjour, Mes Amis
An LA staple, Republique has long lines that can turn some brunchers away—but the wait is well worth the mushroom toast or Croque Madame, which is a slice of house-cured ham, gruyère cheese, baby green salad and fried egg.
Republique
624 S La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Downtown Breakfast in Los Angeles
And the Best Girl Goes to… Breakfast in Los Angeles
“You bring your own cup or whatever vessel you would like—a cereal bowl maybe or a bucket—and that will be a dollar,” Tommy Kieley of Best Girl says. Translation: bring in your own mug and enjoy $1 coffee. That’s an easy way to start a power brunch. Powershot your coffee in between bites of fluffy, Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes. If you’re looking to take your brunch into the evening, Best Girl also offers $1 oysters Sundays through Fridays from 3-6 p.m.
Best Girl
927 S Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213.235.9660
Vera Nice Breakfast in Los Angeles
“Being as fresh as possible” is a huge part of the Veranda’s brunch menu according to Nick Biglari, Senior Vice President of Food and Beverage. The Veranda takes freshness to the next level with their superior cocktail menu and poolside views. Even your Instagram will look fresher after a Pompeii Freeze, poured with Blanco Tequila, Bordiga Bianco, Fresh Lime, Mango, Peach and Thai chili—served frozen. Have you ever eaten breakfast in front of a coffin-shaped pool? There are so many photo spots! Check out the staircase inside of Hotel Figueroa for more optimal angles.
Veranda
939 S Figueroa St, Ste 500
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213.660.3032
Dekka-dent Food and Dancing Breakfast in Los Angeles
Breathtaking views of downtown paired with a pretty extensive menu—can’t go wrong with that! Customize your own omelet or ask your waiter about their bottomless mimosa options. Also inquire as to why the restaurant is called Dekkadance and on the 69th floor—the answer will surprise you!
Dekkadance
900 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90017
213.688.7777
A Taste of Italy Breakfast in Los Angeles
Must-Order Brunch Item: Salmone Affumicato
This isn’t the Italian countryside, but Terra’s view of the Hollywood Hills is almost as nice. Located on the third floor of Eataly, enjoy classic brunch dishes with an Italian twist, like their avocado toast with wood-fired prawns and chickpeas, or their frittata with robiola cheese and coal-roasted peperonata. Oh, and did we mention there’s a build-your-own bloody mary bar?
Terra at Eataly L.A.
Eataly Westfield
10250 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90067
213.310.8008
About the author
This article is brought to you by one of the many talented writers associated with Locale Magazine! We are a group of locals (whether born and raised or transplanted) who love this county we now call home!
