L.A.’s signature swaying palm trees and sun-drenched patios beckon even the most hesitant of brunchers to kick back with a Bloody Mary and eggs Benedict from time to time. To some, brunch is a consistent Sunday ritual; for others, it’s an occasional treat accompanied by bottomless mimosas and overpriced breakfast food. I personally find most brunch offerings across the city to be somewhat lackluster. The all-too-often low-quality food and mediocre service make it feel like businesses are simply looking for an excuse to expand their hours and increase revenue, rather than add any heart or soul into the experience. However, several Los Angeles restaurants have put a more distinct spin on this weekend service, curating elegant, innovative menus that avoid boring, overdone dishes.
Sister restaurants Daisy Margarita Bar and Mírate both serve a modern Mexican interpretation of brunch fare, creating a fun culinary complement to their award-winning cocktails. Girl and the Goat whips up some of the city’s most creative omelets, for a twist on the traditional egg dish with ingredients like shrimp fried rice and goat curry. Don’t sleep on the classics, either—for a timeless ambiance in one of L.A.’s most historic restaurants, book brunch at Polo Lounge, and for a multi-course spread that ends with an off-menu cinnamon roll the size of a small dog, visit Baltaire in Brentwood.
From Venice hotspots like RVR and Si! Mon to the Sunset Strip’s Casa Madera and Saltie Girl, these restaurants host an elevated brunch service that’s actually worth your time and money.
The Best Brunch Spots in Los Angeles
Daisy Margarita Bar
14633 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
From fresh-baked pan dulce to a seafood-topped michelada adorned with an entire octopus tentacle, Daisy Margarita Bar serves up one of the most unique and exciting weekend brunches in the valley. Checkered floors, rustic wood-paneled walls, vaulted ceilings and a vintage jukebox create an old-school Mexican cantina ambiance, and though the vibes are consistently great, it’s the food and cocktails that keep loyal regulars coming back for more. Since Daisy is the sister restaurant to Mírate, it shouldn’t be a surprise to learn that the drinks are top-notch. The salsa bar section of the menu is my personal favorite, featuring savory sips like the salsa verde margarita and the famous frozen guacamole marg. Start on a light note with the scallop aguachile and tuna tostada before filling up on heavier plates like the yellowfin tuna birria or the grilled flat iron steak with Chihuahua cheese, a poached egg and corn tortillas.
Daisy Margarita Bar.
Matt Egan
RVR
1305 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
One of the Westside’s buzziest restaurants, RVR offers a Saturday and Sunday brunch service anchored around Japanese flavors. If you can snag a spot on the airy rooftop patio, enjoy a more laid-back setting than the buzzy main dining room. The black sesame pancakes are a beautiful balance of earthy and sweet, but I recommend sticking with savory entrées and ordering some chewy mochi beignets for the table. The tamagoyaki-style omelets are delicate and fluffy, while the katsu sandwiches offer more substance and depth.
RVR.
RVR
Si! Mon
60 N Venice Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
At Venice’s Si! Mon, Panamanian cuisine takes center stage at both dinner and brunch. Don’t expect a ton of breakfast-leaning menu items; the menu leans more toward lunch, with brunch undertones. The menu is pretty seafood-heavy, but if you’re not into raw fish before 5 p.m., stick with dishes like the Caesar salad, gallo pinto and sweet plantain burrito. Kick off brunch with one of the clam and uni shooters, followed by the hamachi tostada, shrimp and scallop ceviche and grilled skirt steak and eggs.
Si! Mon.
Si! Mon
Broken Spanish Comedor
12565 Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066
In May, Culver City’s Broken Spanish Comedor expanded its service to include a Saturday and Sunday brunch. Appetizers range from the dinner-favorite black garlic Caesar to a macha toast with whipped requeson. The main plates include Mexican classics like huevos rancheros, chilaquiles and pozole, along with unique takes such as the chicharron hash and masa pancakes. Round out your meal with a chile-infused Bloody Maria or the zesty margarita topped with a delicate, salty foam.
Broken Spanish Comedor.
Eddie Sanchez
Girl and the Goat
555-3 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Chef Stephanie Izard’s Girl and the Goat has been an Arts District staple since opening in the summer of 2021. This innovative Chicago transplant is located in a bright and airy corner space with industrial bones and a red-brick exterior. Like the dinner menu, Girl and the Goat’s brunch maintains a creative edge with unexpected ingredient combos, best showcased in dishes like the shrimp fried rice omelet, coconut sticky rice yogurt and goat curry omelet. If you’re craving something sweet, order the ooey gooey cinnabon or PB&J sourdough pancakes before cooling off with a mango tamarind scoop.
Girl and the Goat.
Girl and the Goat
Saltie Girl
8615 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Head to the Sunset Strip’s Saltie Girl for a seafood-centric brunch on the airy, pink-accented patio. Even as someone who doesn’t typically go for a sweet brunch item, I was blown away by the buttermilk corn pancake with blueberry caramel. The Eggs and Eggs dish features a soft scramble with crème fraîche, black caviar and buttered brioche. You also can’t go wrong with the splurge-worthy caviar bagel, but the brunch menu’s crown jewel is none other than the fried lobster and waffle—the amount and quality of lobster you get is actually quite generous for the $36 price tag.
Saltie Girl.
Mike Cotrone
Carmel
7383 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
In addition to a lively dinner service and popular aperitivo hour, Carmel on Melrose also hosts an Israeli-inspired brunch with a one-of-a-kind menu created by chef Asi Maoz. The Jerusalem bagel is made with the restaurant’s beloved 72-hour fermented dough and served with labneh, tomato salsa and Syrian olives, but you can also keep things more traditional with a warm slice of babka. The bourekas Benedict is flaky and topped with a rich Egyptian hollandaise, while the wagyu tenderloin and eggs get a unique twist with Japanese sweet potatoes and green chili. Need to cure your sweet tooth? Order the challah French toast with cardamom cream.
Carmel Melrose.
Carmel Melrose
Darling
631 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Virginia-born chef Sean Brock brought Darling to West Hollywood in 2025. Just a couple of months ago, he launched a comforting brunch service with Appalachian flavors and a Southern twist. The tuna belly-garnished deviled eggs are a can’t-miss appetizer, while the breakfast plate keeps things simple with eggs, smoked bacon, a slice of sourdough and creamy grits. The rockfish and grits also shouldn’t be overlooked, but no dish at Darling is more talked about than the signature dry-aged burger, which is only available in limited quantities—make sure to order right after you sit down if you’re interested.
Darling.
Ron De Angelis
Baltaire
11647 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
Brentwood’s Baltaire is known for serving up tender cuts, elegant wines and old-school seafood, but the swanky steakhouse also serves a pretty extravagant brunch. The experience is centered around a $95 family-style tasting menu that starts with whipped feta, gravlax, zucchini bread and mezze. In addition to the shared appetizers, patrons can select their own entrée, with favorites including the Maine lobster omelet, prime filet Benedict and wagyu cheeseburger. Build your own customized Bloody Mary with your favorite hot sauce, skewers and a giant prawn before ending with the massive, off-menu cinnamon roll.
Baltaire.
Baltaire
The Polo Lounge
9641 Sunset Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Brunch at Polo Lounge is an L.A. right of passage. The restaurant’s signature pink-and-green color scheme creates an iconic backdrop in the main dining room, while the bright, whimsical outdoor patio sets a Mediterranean-inspired scene with lush foliage and bright bougainvillea blooms. Don’t be surprised if you spot your favorite A-list celebrity or filmmaker while sipping on a refreshing glass of sparkling wine. The $160 brunch is a multi-course experience that kicks off with your choice of sangria (available in three different varieties), wine or classic cocktail. Starters range from tuna tartare to a seasonal fruit place, while main course options include a crab Benedict, prime steak and eggs and the famous McCarthy Salad.
The Polo Lounge.
The Polo Lounge
Casa Madera
8440 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Admire the Sunset Strip’s sweeping city views while enjoying a stylish Sunday brunch at Casa Madera. This Tulum-inspired restaurant from Noble 33 boasts a bohemian ambiance that pairs perfectly with their creative craft cocktail program. The Jungle Nectar combines agave spirits with fresh passion fruit and guava juices, but for a more traditional brunch beverage, order the Casa Bloody Maria with tequila. Kick things off with the Piña Del Paraíso and the hamachi serrano before indulging in larger plates like the Mexican omelet, Mayan pancakes or truffle scramble.
Casa Madera.
Jessie Co.
Mírate
1712 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Tired of your basic American breakfast staples? Mírate offers a modern Mexican brunch in the heart of Los Feliz. Whether you’re sitting in the lush, open-air courtyard or upstairs on the moody second level, no visit to Mírate is complete without the slightly savory El Taquero cocktail. Expect contemporary takes on brunch classics such as the pistachio and avocado egg toast, chilaquiles and coconut milk French toast, along with more unique offerings like the milanesa suiza and barbacoa flautas.
Mirate.
Robert Campbell
