10 Best Ideas for Brunch in Los Angeles

Set inside a historic building in the heart of LA, Republique serves brunch-goers with delectable French-inspired fare. Step inside, and you’ll find yourself in a castle-like indoor courtyard, complete with banquet-style tables and patterned floors.

The menu is extensive, with breakfast staples such as French toast and chia seed pudding. Patrons love the potato pancake, piled high with smoked salmon and salmon roe. Don’t forget to try some of their award-winning breads and pastries. Croissants, tarts, quiches, they have it all.

Head to the trendy The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker, also known as BBCM, for modern Californian dishes steeped in European influences. Vibrant yellow decor and large windows make this a bright and cheery spot for brunch. You can even sit outside under the shade of olive trees to people-watch with a cup of coffee in hand.

Savor their Parisian soft omelet, topped with beurre blanc and chives, or try the Butcher’s Benedict which comes with bacon and buttermilk biscuits. Pair your meal with a craft cocktail, artisanal coffee, or even one of their extremely photogenic hand-painted colorburst lattes.

Around since the 1920s, Millie’s Café has been a mainstay on the LA brunch scene. Both its Pasadena and Silver Lake locations have cozy interiors with a vintage feel.

This spot is committed to using fresh and healthy ingredients, and you’ll find plenty of vegan options. You can’t go wrong with the Devil’s Mess: scrambled eggs with spicy turkey sausage, white cheddar, fresh salsa, and guacamole. If you have a sweet tooth, try their pancakes, which come with an array of toppings such as bananas, walnuts, and toasted coconut.

This laidback, family-owned cafe in West Hollywood is a dream come true for coffee connoisseurs. It offers a plethora of specialty brews, from classic espressos and macchiatos to tasty concoctions such as their salted dulce latte and Madagascar vanilla latte. Regulars rave about the Kyoto cold brew: ice coffee which is slow dripped to give it more flavor and depth.

Dialog Cafe’s food menu is just as impressive as its beverages. Kick off your day with their signature breakfast burrito, stuffed with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, and hashbrowns. Indulge in their grilled croissant slathered with Nutella.

Serving Spoon is the place to go for hearty Southern meals in a homey setting. Settle down in one of the retro-style red leather booths and enjoy old-school R&B tracks as you dig into a delectable brunch.

The brunch menu is extensive. This eatery serves everything from pancakes and French toast to catfish and steak. Try the Spooner Breakfast Platter, which lets you combine a protein, side, and bread of your choice, and be sure to ask your server about the Daily Special.

Escala offers a unique fusion of Korean and Colombian cuisine in an eclectic LA neighborhood. Bedecked with posters, graffiti, and disco balls, the atmosphere here is fun and lively. Drop by on the weekend for bottomless tropical mimosas, which come in refreshing flavors such as mango chili and passionfruit.

Sample the best of Korean and Colombian fare with their signature platter, piled high with BBQ short ribs, sweet plantains, pinto beans, and much more. If you’re looking for a great hangover cure, order the Rice con Pollo: coconut fried rice with kimchi, chicken, and eggs.

Bottega Louie is a swanky spot that encompasses a restaurant, market, patisserie, and cafe. Tucked inside a beautiful historic building, Bottega Louie is perfect for a special occasion brunch.

The menu is packed with breakfast classics such as French toast, Belgian waffles, and avocado toast. Alternatively, you can opt for their signature lobster hash, which comes with poached eggs and a potato galette stuffed with leek and scallion. For drinks, if you’re torn between coffee and cocktails, go for the Start Me Up, which combines vodka with espresso and coffee liqueur. Bottega Louie gets crowded on weekends, so be sure to book a table in advance.

Head to Homestate for some of the city’s best Texas-style breakfast tacos and stay there for the vibe. This spot is all about community connections: it showcases music and artwork by local artists and even hosts the occasional live performance.

Homestate’s breakfast tacos, stuffed with eggs, beans, cheese, and other tasty toppings, are a perennial fan favorite. Pair yours with a “Frito Pie in the Bag”: corn chips loaded with chili, cheddar, and veggies, served straight from the bag. Wash it all down with a homemade margarita. Homestate has several locations across the city.

With numerous locations across LA, Blu Jam Cafe is synonymous with New York’s brunch scene. Savor gourmet breakfast dishes inspired by cuisine from around the world, all in an airy and laidback setting. 

This cafe is touted to have the best French toast in LA. It’s made with brioche soaked in batter and cornflakes, drizzled with bean sauce, and topped with fresh berries. Other popular items include their burgundy omelet and brunch carbonara. For drinks, you can choose from an array of teas, coffees, and cocktails. Try the BJC Michelada: Mexican lager mixed with tomato juice, and sauces, and topped with crispy bacon.