If you follow me, you know brunch is my love language. I’ve tried a lot of patios in this city, and these are the spots I keep going back to. Hours and menus change, so always check before you go. — Cami Del Toro
République (La Brea)
The most beautiful room in LA, hands down. High ceilings, stone walls and a pastry counter that should be illegal. I order the croissant and whatever seasonal toast they have, and I always end up taking a pastry box home. Go early on weekends; the line is real.
Gjusta (Venice)
This is my post-beach-walk spot. It’s a bakery and deli with a sunny back patio, and it’s always buzzing. The smoked fish plate and a fresh juice after a morning by the water is my idea of a perfect Saturday.
Joan’s on Third (Third Street)
Cute, casual and perfect for a weekday catch-up with a friend. Grab a sandwich or a salad, a cookie for later and sit outside. It’s right near some of my favorite shopping, so it turns into a whole afternoon.
The Ivy (Robertson Boulevard)
The flowers, the white picket fence, the people-watching. The Ivy is a little bit of a scene, and that’s the point. I save it for birthdays and big celebrations and dress up for it.
Blu Jam Café (Melrose)
The crunchy French toast is famous for a reason. It’s a cozy, no-fuss spot that feels like comfort food, and it’s where I go when I’m craving something sweet after a long week.
My brunch order formula
One sweet thing for the table, one savory thing for me and an iced latte. If it’s a celebration, a mimosa. I always try to sit outside. LA patios in the fall (and in an LA winter) are the best seats in the city.
What a California girl wears to brunch in LA
Brunch outfits are their own category. I love a slip skirt and a fitted knit, a little black dress with loafers, or a matching set with sneakers. Sunglasses are required. You’ll find more looks on my fall outfit ideas page.
How brunch fits into my week
Brunch usually lands right after a workout and a shower, so I’m hungry and in a great mood. See where it falls in my full LA routine, and what I do at the gym beforehand in my workout routine.
Tips for brunching like a local
- Go before 10 AM on weekends or after 1 PM to skip the rush.
- Book ahead wherever reservations are an option.
- Park once and walk: Melrose, Third Street and Abbot Kinney are all great for a post-brunch stroll.
- Bring a light jacket. Patios get breezy in the fall.
Send me your favorites
I’m always adding new places to this list. If you have a brunch spot in Los Angeles I need to try, send it to me on Instagram, TikTok or X at @Camiibby3. I read everything, and you might see it on my stories.
Brunch by neighborhood
If you’re visiting Los Angeles, pick a neighborhood and make a morning of it. On the Westside, Venice and Santa Monica are perfect for a beach walk and brunch combo. In the middle of the city, La Brea, Melrose and Third Street have great food and even better shopping. West Hollywood is where you go to dress up and people-watch. My favorite move is brunch, a walk and then a coffee to go, so the whole morning feels like a mini vacation.
For more of how I live in this city, open my Los Angeles guide.
FAQ
Where does Cami Del Toro get brunch in LA?
Her favorites include République on La Brea, Gjusta in Venice, Joan’s on Third, The Ivy on Robertson and Blu Jam Café on Melrose.
Where can I see Cami Del Toro’s brunch posts?
She shares her brunch spots on Instagram and TikTok as @Camiibby3. All her official links are on Cami Del Toro’s Linktree.