There may not be an official brunch capital of America, but the locals here will make a strong case for the title.
Sun-soaked patios, avocado everything, and cold-pressed juices define LA's brunch culture. Across Los Angeles, brunch takes on a flavor and pace that you simply can't find in another city. The directory currently lists 56 brunch-friendly restaurants in the Los Angeles, CA area, ranging from neighborhood diners and coffee bars to ambitious bistros that build elaborate weekend menus around seasonal ingredients.
What you order at brunch in Los Angeles is shaped by what's grown nearby, who has cooked here for generations, and what newcomers have brought to the table. Locals here treat brunch as a small celebration: a way to mark the end of a long week, catch up with friends, or simply slow down and enjoy a meal that doesn't have to end on schedule.
Below you'll find a full alphabetical directory of brunch restaurants in Los Angeles, with addresses, phone numbers, opening hours, and notes from the editorial team and local contributors. Use the cuisine breakdown to find a category that fits your morning — whether you want a classic American diner experience, a French pastry-and-coffee morning, a Mexican-style breakfast burrito, or a vegetarian-forward menu.
Each restaurant page includes more detail about the room, the menu, and what regulars recommend ordering. New listings are added every week, and corrections from local readers are always welcome — see the Submit page if you'd like to contribute.
By cuisine in Los Angeles
- American — 20 spots
- Cafe — 16 spots
- Coffee Shop — 11 spots
- drinks — 4 spots
- coffee — 3 spots
- Breakfast — 3 spots
- Bakery — 2 spots
- Diner — 2 spots
Full directory: 56 brunch restaurants in Los Angeles
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Alcove Cafe & Bakery
1929 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Bluestone Lane
950 Westwood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90024
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Bruin Buzz
Los Angeles, CA
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Cafe 451
Los Angeles, CA
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Cafe Audrey
Los Angeles, CA
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Cafe Los Feliz
2118 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Corner Bakery
Los Angeles, CA
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Daily Grill
Los Angeles, CA
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Denny's
3060 North San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90065
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Elysee
1099 Gayley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024
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Figaro Bistrot
1802 North Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Fred 62
1850 North Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Go Burger
Los Angeles, CA
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Greco's New York Pizzeria
Los Angeles, CA
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greenwork
Los Angeles, CA
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Hard Rock Cafe
Los Angeles, CA
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Home Restaurant
1760 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Homegirl Cafe
130 West Bruno Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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House of Pies
1869 North Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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IHOP
800 South Flower Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017
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Jimmy's Coffee House
398 Portola Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
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Kerckhoff Coffee House
Los Angeles, CA
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La Colombe Coffee Roasters
3900 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90026
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Little Dom's
2128 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Marie's Coffee & Deli
731 West 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017
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Maxwell's
Los Angeles, CA
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Messhall Kitchen
4500 Los Feliz Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Modigliani Cafe
430 North Roxbury Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90210
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Musso & Frank
6667 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
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Nickel Diner
524 South Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013
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North Campus Shop
Los Angeles, CA
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Northern Lights
Los Angeles, CA
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Original Pantry Cafe
Los Angeles, CA
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Peet's Coffee
Los Angeles, CA
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Philippe The Original
1001 North Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Prado's
244 North Larchmont Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90004
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Public School 310
Los Angeles, CA
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Roni's
9911 South Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90212-1606
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Sam's Bagels
Los Angeles, CA
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Seasnet Cafe
Los Angeles, CA
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Sharetea
1055 Broxton Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024
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Snow White Cafe
Los Angeles, CA
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Solar de Cahuenga
Los Angeles, CA
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Starbucks
6745 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028
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Ten Forward Coffee and Tea Lounge
1635 Vine Street, Los Angeles, CA 90028
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The California Endowment Courtyard Cafe
Los Angeles, CA
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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
2081 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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The Dresden Restaurant & Lounge
1760 North Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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The Highland Cafe
Los Angeles, CA
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The Park's Finest BBQ
1267 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA
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Trojan Grounds (Illy)
Los Angeles, CA
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Untitled Café
Los Angeles, CA
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Urth Caffé - Melrose
8565 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA
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Windsor Donuts
Los Angeles, CA
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Yard House
800 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90015
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Ye Rustic Inn
1831 Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027