Brunch Restaurants near Santa Monica, CA

“The owner and the atmosphere is 10/10. She loves working there and locals like her too. The music and the vibe are great - its cozy and warm inside. My bagel was 4/5 - I wish it had pickled onions instead of the raw ones and a better dressing for the salad - it was bland. The bagel was tender and the amount of smoked salmon was right. I might come back to try something else next time“

“First time going to this tiny spot. It shares the location with a few other businesses in a very trendy outdoor location. The moment you walk inside the quad it smells amazing in there! They have a tent set up and almost a taco stand like feel. The service was very good and the food even better! I ordered the carne asada breakfast burrito and it tasted amazing!! Strongly recommend and will be back the next time I'm in the area!“

“great food and huge servings.“

“Great food and even better service.“

“Sweet Maple was absolutely amazing! The food was delicious, the vibes were on point, and the staff made my birthday feel extra special. They even came out singing “Happy Birthday” to me and surprised me with the cutest dessert!Everyone joined in and sang along, and it honestly made the whole experience so memorable. The energy was definitely HIGH, and I felt so celebrated! I would absolutely recommend Sweet Maple and will definitely be back!“

“REALLY delicious food. Menu is cozy brunchy with a few Turkish influenced dishes via Ebru, the owner. My favorites are the menemen (vegan - tofu) and the chilber. Wonderful outdoor dining patio under a big tree :)“

“Went there twice during our 2 day trip. Biscuits are amazing. Maxie was our server, and she remembered us when we returned! She was very sweet, and the owner came out and chatted with us about the history of the restaurant.“

“I just ordered for the first time today and I must say your food is fantastic! Generous portion with pickles and delicious soft boiled eggs, pickles, puréed fresh tomatoes and a small amount of hot sauce that isn’t too hot. Just right. Went to your place near corner of Van Nuys and Burbank. HIGHLY RECCOMENDED“

“Maxine's was wonderful! It was like going to your neighborhood breakfast place and enjoying a perfect Morning Breakfast. We sat up to the counter on wonderful big chairs, so great! Staff was engaging and helpful and took just wonderful care of us.
I highly recommend that you go and visit Maxine's for breakfast you will not be disappointed whatsoever.“

“Far too packed inside, makes for an extraordinarily loud and less than pleasant dinning experience. Better to eat on the patio, not on the street. The food portions are a little lackluster but the options are expensive. Get water and your drink for there are too few servers to attend to timely refills. This is the type of place you would expect to have carafes of juice and personal pots of coffee but nah, cant be bothered. Cocktails are whats on one of the two menus, so that accounts for part of the noise, too.“

“Fun place, great food/coffee , great energy without all the excessive pretentious weirdness. The most authentic and sincere business in that area.“

“1st time there and food was amazing specially the churro 3 leches French toast.“

“We dropped in to this little cafe after landing at LAX. It was surprisingly good!! The employees were also super nice & accommodated my onion allergy. I had tacos that were amazing. My kids shared their fries with me and they were the good, thick battered style of fries. So good.I also got a big iced coffee to go. Total one stop shop. And it was very very clean. 10/10!!! Might come back for breakfast if we have time.“

“The diner was great and the service was superb. Our server was Pablo and he treated us well. I loved it
I would recommend this diner to anyone wanting a good place with a welcoming feel and servers with a servant spirit. There were also other servers that had a great attitude. 5 stars!“

“Café Fresco es una joya en Los Ángeles. La comida está deliciosa, todo preparado con ingredientes frescos y sabores auténticos. El ambiente es acogedor y el servicio muy amable. Cada visita es una experiencia única, ya sea para un desayuno tranquilo o un brunch con amigos. ¡Definitivamente lo recomiendo y volveré muchas veces más! Café Fresco is a gem in Los Angeles. The food is delicious, all made with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. The atmosphere is cozy and the service is very friendly. Every visit is a unique experience, whether you’re there for a quiet breakfast or brunch with friends. I’ll definitely be coming back again and again!“

“Excellent food and service!! Fresh hot quiet. Very friendly attentive staff!“

“We drive from Northridge to eat at Tatas. The food is fabulous and the service is A1. Have to try it!“

“We ordered:
Kimchi Butter Fried Chicken Benedict
Toffee Banana French Toast
Bacon Jam Burger
Potted Plant Latte
Grapefruit Juice

If you’re in Melrose and looking for a fun brunch spot, Popping Yolk Cafe is the spot! The menu has such a fun mix of sweet and savory options, making it a great spot whether you’re craving a hearty brunch or something sweet!

The kimchi butter fried chicken benedict is such a fun, delicious twist on a classic benedict with crispy fried chicken and flavorful kimchi flavor! The toffee banana french toast is was perfectly sweet, indulgent, and the perfect brunch treat!

The bacon jam burger is a must-try as well! It was savory, juicy, and packed with delicious flavor.

The potted plant latte is not only adorable but such a fun drink to order! The grapefruit juice is also very refreshing.

The place is also super aesthetically pleasing, making it the perfect brunch spot for cute pictures and delicious eats.“

“The food is good, had the Eggs Benedict was average but good. Service was excellent. This is a great little counter top restaurant, small and quiet but full. Dress is super casual, with stellar service from the entire hotel staff. It’s a fun place to eat and will be returning.“

“Really Best waffles in America.“

“The whole experience indoors or outdoors it is always wonderful“

“Best brunch party! I wasn’t expected to be this crazy on a Sunday afternoon. We came for a birthday and the birthday girl had a blast. I mean we all had such a good time. The food and good but the drinks are better! Get bottle service for costume “

“excellent food..simple menu,great service“

“First time here. I love the french toast 😋 and coffee ☕️“

“The best soufflé pancakes the best servers ever.. thank you so much for the warm welcoming.“

“2nd time back, this place is incredible. Me and my husband have devoured every dish we’ve got here for breakfast. Fresh food, incredible house made sauces. Delicious coffees. The staff is very polite and the owner is working in the kitchen and goes out of his way to be friendly with customers.“

“This is a great spot for breakfast. They open at 9 a.m., so if you go early on a weekend, you get a leisurely start to your day, before the Farmers Market/Grove area gets too crowded.

The food is always great. Highly recommend the french toast (super moist and nicely custardy in the middle), hotcakes, and corned beef hash. The eggs are super tasty too. Everything’s never too greasy or dry. Prices are reasonable, by L.A. standards. And the service is consistently friendly. It’s open seating in the farmers market area; you order at their counter and pick up your food when your name is called.

Just be aware that if you park in The Grove garage, you have two hours free with validation at the Monsieur Marcel french market at the other end of the Farmers Market. One minute over and you pay a whopping $20 for parking, or more if you linger!“

“The food is so delicious and filling.“

“Had an amazing time celebrating a 50th birthday hosted at Cafe Crave last night! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the food was delicious, and everything was well presented. A special shoutout to our waiter CLEMENT, he was absolutely outstanding. Friendly, professional, attentive, and always checking in to make sure we were happy. He really helped make the evening feel extra special and stress-free. Thank you Cafe Crave for a wonderful night! We’ll definitely be back, especially for that Caramel Cheesecake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Todo muy rico, pero mi favorito es Panini de carne y camote frito.“

“Excelente lugar, excelente servicio, todo muy Rico ❤️ muy recomendado.“