According to Webster’s Dictionary, brunch is a meal usually taken late in the morning that combines a late breakfast and an early lunch. Throw in a cocktail or 3, and you have my favorite things, yummy breakfast food and drinks, aka – a boozy brunch. We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite boozy brunch spots around LA. Order a ride share, grab a friend or two and enjoy!
Santa Monica gastropub The Independence is serving up a brunch with bottomless mimosas EVERY day. Brunch specials include Coconut-Cornflake French Toast, Breakfast Burrito, Fried Chicken & Waffles, and more! $10+, $20 (bottomless mimosas with 2 hour limit and minimum food purchase of $15 required per guest, food); Wednesday – Thursday, 11:30 am – 8:30 pm, 11:30 am – 3:00 pm (brunch), Friday, 11:30 am – 9:00 pm, 11:30 am – 3:00 pm (brunch), Saturday, 10:30 am – 9: 00 pm, 10:30 am – 3: 00 pm (brunch); Sunday, 10:30 am – 8:30 pm, 10:30 am – 3:00 pm (brunch); 205 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.458.2500
SOL Cocina is known for its warm, welcoming, and friendly vibe. Add that to SOL’s spin on fresh, healthy, coastal Mexican food, and voila, brunch is born. Signature brunch items include the Crab & Shrimp ‘Benedicto and the La Vida Quinoa Bowl. There may not be bottomless, but we hear the Bloody Mary and $5 Mango Mimosas are to die for! $12+; Monday – Thursday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm, Friday, 11;00 am – 11:00 pm, Saturday, 10:00 am – 11:00 pm, Sunday, 10:00 am – 10: 00 pm, Saturday – Sunday, 10: 00 am – 2:00 pm (brunch); 12775 Millennium Dr #160, Playa Vista, CA 90094; 424.289.0066
Sundays at the The Original Farmers Market just got a little more boozy thanks to British gastropub Market Tavern. The pub is serving traditional British Sunday Roast, with items, like: Roast Beef and Horseradish, and Lamb Leg with Mint Sauce. Did I mention the bottomless mimosas? $26+, $22 (bottomless mimosas); Monday – Sunday, 11:00 am – 11: 00 pm, Sunday, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm (brunch); 6333 W. 3rd St., #706, Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.452.9299
Organic Vegan eatery Sun Cafe offers a boozy brunch served on their quaint outdoor patio. Try the Omelette Tofu, French Toast or the Crispy Belgian Waffle. Hungry yet? Wash everything down with one of their delicious cocktails or bottomless mimosas! $14+, $20 (bottomless mimosas, only with entree); Sunday – Friday, 11:00 am – 8:30 pm, Saturday, 10:00 am – 9:45 pm, Saturday – Sunday, 10:00 am – 3: 00 pm (brunch); 10820 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604; 818.927.4100
Take an old bank and convert it into a two story bar/restaurant with a new outdoor dining area and you have The Federal. This may be the best brunch deal you will find – an entree plus bottomless mimosas for $25! Yes, you read that correctly! $25; Sunday – Thursday, 12:00 pm – 10: 00 pm, Friday – Saturday, 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Saturday – Sunday, 11:00 am (brunch); 5303 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood, CA 91601; 818.980.2555
Tucked in the heart of Hollywood is Italian delight, L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele. Their brunch features Italian classics and variations of breakfast items such as Porchetta & Eggs Pizza, and Prosciutto & Uovo. Make sure to try their mouthwatering housemade pastries. The famous pizzeria has a wide array of cocktails and wine that will pair perfectly with your meal. $13+; Monday – Wednesday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm, Thursday – Friday, 11:00 am – 12:00 am, Saturday, 10:00 am – 12:00 am, Sunday, 10:00 am – 11:00 pm, Daily, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm (brunch); 1534 North McCadden Place Hollywood Riviera, CA, 90028; 323.366.2408
Manuela’s brunch may not have a bottomless option, but the menu consists of some of the most fresh produce in So Cal, including the on-site garden from Hauser & Wirth’s . Local beer on tap, cocktails and a carefully selected wine list make for the perfect brunch! Menu highlights are: the Cherokee Tomato Toast and Shrimp & Rice Grits. $15+; Tuesday – Friday, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, Tuesday – Sunday, 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm, Saturday – Sunday, 10:00 am – 2:30 pm (brunch); 907 E 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90013; 323.849.0480
