Best breakfast in Los Angeles

57 people recommend, 17 warn against itcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Cofax is recommended across its Los Angeles outlets, including Culver City. Bacon, hot link and pastrami breakfast burritos attract praise, with one Culver City visitor particularly enjoying the hot link. The citywide response is far from unanimous: critics describe dry filling, uneven assembly and weak salsa, while others find the burritos too small or expensive. Culver City itself has both fans and repeat visitors who were underwhelmed.

Culver City

46 people recommend, 37 warn against itcounted across its outletsvia r/pasadena, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Lucky Boy is recommended across its Pasadena outlets, including Walnut. Supporters value the large breakfast burritos, and some Walnut visitors prefer its flavor to the Arroyo outlet. Other diners make the opposite comparison and describe Walnut as dry or disappointing. Across the brand, recurring complaints concern potato-heavy filling, bland salsa and greasy or overcooked components. It is a strongly disputed choice, not a uniformly praised breakfast.

Walnut

24 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/pasadena, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

BBAD in Pasadena draws praise for breakfast burritos, including the bacon and chile verde versions. Diners repeatedly favor its flavors, and two suggest taking a burrito to the hotel courtyard behind the shop. Value is the main disagreement: some find it expensive or physically small, while one diner describes a dense burrito that was enough to share. A critic found one order ordinary and another unpleasantly dominated by aioli.

Pasadena

17 people recommendvia r/pasadena

King's at Los Robles and Woodbury is repeatedly recommended for Pasadena-area breakfast burritos. The chorizo version gets an enthusiastic first-visit report, and another diner favors the wet chile relleno burrito. The orange sauce draws praise, and one diner particularly likes being able to choose hash browns. Another likes the burritos in person but thinks delivery orders differ.

Pasadena

17 people recommend, 3 warn against itcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Tacos Villa Corona is recommended across its Atwater and Highland Park outlets, with Atwater named most often. Chilaquiles breakfast burritos draw repeated praise, with one diner favoring the bacon chilaquiles version and also finding the papas burrito good value. Other diners share the value praise. Dissent concerns dry or bland filling and modest portions, and one commenter thinks both locations have slipped, particularly Highland Park.

Atwater

16 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Cerveteca in Culver City draws repeated breakfast-burrito recommendations, including favorable comparisons with nearby alternatives. One diner recommends combining chorizo and bacon; another particularly likes the vegetarian version. A former neighbor misses being in its delivery area. Portion expectations are worth tempering: one fan likes the burritos but is unsure they qualify as especially large, and another mentions rising prices.

Culver City

14 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Griddle Cafe in Hollywood draws breakfast recommendations for pancakes and French toast. One diner likes the elaborate pancake choices, another favors the buttery French toast, and a third calls that dish possibly their favorite breakfast item. A visitor includes it among places they would take family. One diner found the room noisy, and a breakfast-burrito enthusiast lists its burrito among their least favorites.

Hollywood

13 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Pann's in Westchester is recommended for breakfast and its old-school diner setting near LAX. Chicken and waffles draw repeated praise; one diner favors fried chicken wings with French toast, and pancakes also receive recommendations. Diners enjoy the retro building and counter-era atmosphere. One former local says breakfast crowds became a drawback, while another likes the classic feel but finds the prices less old-fashioned.

Westchester

13 people recommend, 4 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Clark Street Diner in Hollywood draws breakfast recommendations for pancakes and challah French toast. One diner praises the strong coffee, refills and omelette, while another calls it a favorite breakfast stop despite long weekend waits. A commenter tentatively considers it the city's best diner, but critics find it expensive for diner food. One disliked the meal, and another preferred it under its earlier 101 Coffee Shop name.

12 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/SantaMonica, r/AskLosAngeles

Snug Harbor in Santa Monica is recommended for an old-school breakfast setting, with praise for pancakes and hash. One diner likes the slightly crisp pancakes, and another strongly recommends the hash, pancakes and biscuits. Visitors describe a cozy room and enjoy sitting at the counter. One commenter warns that the small space often means a wait; a former regular finds the breakfast plate difficult to justify at its price.

Santa Monica

12 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Cafe Los Feliz is repeatedly recommended for breakfast burritos. Three diners particularly favor the soujuk version; one also finds the regular burrito acceptable, while another praises the breakfast croissant sandwiches. A different commenter highlights Armenian sausage with homestyle potatoes. The dissent is narrower: one person found their order unremarkable, and another considered the cafe too far away for a particular meeting rather than criticizing the food.

11 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Delia's in Highland Park is repeatedly recommended for breakfast burritos. One regular finds them inexpensive and tasty, and another suggests pairing one with freshly squeezed orange juice. A fan cautions that the burritos are ordinary-sized rather than especially large. One commenter describes it as cash-only and another wishes mobile payments were accepted. These are past reports rather than a guarantee of current payment options.

Highland Park

11 people recommendvia r/SantaMonica, r/FoodLosAngeles

Shoop's on Main Street in Santa Monica draws repeated breakfast recommendations. Two diners single out pancakes, one favoring the banana version and another the bacon pancakes. A separate recommendation highlights the salmon scramble, while another fan usually orders a sandwich. The favorable comparisons are personal preferences, including one diner who ranks it above nearly all alternatives, rather than a measured citywide ranking.

11 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Venice Bakery & Restaurant draws enthusiastic recommendations, with the chilaquiles divorciados called out as the order to get. One diner praises the chilaquiles and cafe de olla, noting the restaurant serves only black beans, and another highlights the sweet bread. One visitor loved the protein breakfast burrito with egg whites and avocado and suggests grabbing pastries too, while one commenter calls the food very good and the service great.

11 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

La Azteca Tortilleria in East Los Angeles draws repeated breakfast-burrito recommendations. One diner favors chorizo with extra potato and cheese and praises the tortillas made there; another recommends asada and egg. A separate suggestion combines chile relleno, egg and chorizo. Other supporters simply name the business in breakfast-burrito discussions, while one particularly favors it over a more expensive alternative.

East La

10 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Republique draws breakfast recommendations for French toast, a breakfast sandwich and pastries. One diner says the line moves more quickly than it looks and recalls manageable waits, rather than promising a short wait on every visit. Cost is a recurring reservation, including from an otherwise enthusiastic fan. Another commenter finds the restaurant merely acceptable overall but prefers its breakfast to its other meals.

10 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Macheen draws repeated breakfast-burrito recommendations for Boyle Heights and East Los Angeles. Two diners single out its birria breakfast burrito, and another praises the longanisa. It also appears in lists of personal breakfast-burrito favorites. The birria and longanisa suggestions give a more specific starting point than the shorter endorsements that simply name the business.

10 people recommendvia r/SantaMonica, r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Tarzana cafe listed as Lady C's, formerly Cici's Cafe, is recommended for pancakes. One diner loves its souffle pancakes, two particularly praise the matcha version, and a visitor looking for a familiar outing mentions Dutch babies and souffle pancakes. A commenter says the broad menu has worked well for them. The pancake varieties draw the most specific enthusiasm.

Tarzana

10 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/pasadena

Connal's in Pasadena draws breakfast-burrito recommendations for value and flavor. One fan particularly likes the chorizo version and green salsa; another praises the California burrito. Comparisons are not uniformly glowing: a diner describes its burritos as drier and more potato-heavy than Tops, while another does not think Connal's belongs among the best. A further commenter finds a recent order merely acceptable, with the sauces doing much of the work.

10 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Bea Bea's in Burbank is repeatedly recommended for pancakes and waffles. Diners favor different flavors, including green tea, Thai tea and blueberry macadamia, while another praises the strawberry French toast and country Benedict. One visitor recalls an off-menu pancake sampler for trying smaller portions, rather than promising it remains available. Dissent includes a disappointing omelette visit and a commenter who considers the place overrated.

Burbank

9 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/SantaMonica, r/AskLosAngeles

Tacos Por Favor is recommended across its local outlets, including Venice. One diner specifically favors the Venice chorizo breakfast burrito. Other recommendations leave the outlet unspecified and favor carnitas or jalapeno-cheese burritos; another fan calls the breakfast burritos a top choice. A separate diner praises the Pico outlet in Santa Monica in a chilaquiles discussion.

Venice

9 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Nick's Cafe near Chinatown draws breakfast recommendations for banana pancakes, chilaquiles and a ham-and-egg burrito. One diner calls its banana pancakes the best they have tried, while another particularly likes the chilaquiles. A fan finds it a little expensive but still worth it. Other diners simply recommend it as a classic breakfast choice near downtown.

Chinatown

9 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Corner Cottage in Burbank draws repeated breakfast-burrito recommendations, with fans particularly praising the salsa. Diners describe orders with extra bacon, well-cooked potatoes or an extra egg. One visitor finds the burrito large and affordable but warns of a line and an early breakfast cutoff. Dissent concerns a disappointing burrito and dry, plain filling apart from the green sauce; one disappointed visitor wonders whether they caught a bad day.

Burbank

8 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/SantaMonica

Jyan Isaac Bread in Santa Monica is recommended for breakfast, especially bagels. In breakfast discussions, one diner favors its bagels over the shop next door, while another names it as a clear favorite. A diner who enjoyed a fully topped bagel nevertheless found it expensive. Other breakfast recommendations favor the bread or suggest combining a visit with nearby coffee and pastry stops.

Santa Monica

8 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Taqueria Los Anaya is recommended for Mexican breakfast, with chilaquiles drawing the most specific praise. A few people call the chilaquiles fantastic, really good or great, and one says they might be their favorite in LA. Another commenter describes the breakfasts as solid, and one calls the place excellent.

8 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

A Mexican breakfast spot in Lincoln Heights that diners recommend for chilaquiles, including a mole version, along with cafe de olla. One first-hand visitor calls the chilaquiles delicious and loves the cafe de olla, while another commenter says the wet burrito is a favorite. Others back the recommendation for anyone seeking Mexican breakfast in the area.

Lincoln Heights

8 people recommendvia r/SantaMonica, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Bluey's in Santa Monica is repeatedly named among breakfast favorites. One diner particularly recommends its breakfast burrito, while another likes the pancakes as an alternative to a missed favorite. Two people place it near the top of their own breakfast choices. The specific burrito and pancake recommendations offer more guidance than the shorter endorsements that simply name the cafe.

Santa Monica

8 people recommendvia r/pasadena, r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Cordova Cafe & Bottleshop in Pasadena draws breakfast recommendations for both burritos and sandwiches. One diner loves the breakfast burrito, another calls it a favorite and praises the coffee and atmosphere, and a third prefers it to better-known burritos. Three commenters recommend the breakfast sandwich, with one also suggesting street toast.

7 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/pasadena

Russell's is a breakfast spot people point to for a morning meal, with one diner calling its Belgian waffle the best they've had and another noting croque monsieur and croque madame on offer. Others name it as a must for breakfast. The main caveat is that it can get very busy, and one diner finds the food only fine and thinks the waits make it seem more special than it is.

Pasadena

7 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Larry's Chili Dog in Burbank draws repeated breakfast-burrito recommendations. Two diners call the burrito exceptional, including one who was surprised by a breakfast favorite at a business with this name. One fan adds extra cheese and bacon or sausage, and another makes it a regular stop. A less enthusiastic visitor thought it good but not a personal favorite. These are diners' orders, not a promise of current customizations.

Burbank

7 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/pasadena, r/SantaMonica

Tartine is recommended across its local outlets, including Santa Monica. A visitor to that branch calls it lovely and particularly likes its croissants. Other breakfast recommendations leave the outlet unspecified and mention a breakfast sandwich, omelette and pastries. One diner includes it among a personal top three, while another especially likes the breakfast atmosphere but finds the yogurt bowl expensive.

7 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Benny's is recommended across its local outlets, including the one near Third and La Cienega. One diner names that location for solid breakfast burritos. Other comments leave the outlet unspecified: one favors the regular and steak-and-egg versions, another calls the breakfast burritos hefty, and a diner describes sharing an order with their spouse. A fan also praises the value. These are city-brand experiences rather than size or filling guarantees for the Third Street outlet.

7 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/pasadena, r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Superba is recommended across its local outlets, including Arroyo in Pasadena, which a diner identifies for a breakfast sandwich. Other comments leave the outlet unspecified and praise a nontraditional breakfast burrito, pancakes and chilaquiles. One person describes the burrito as merely decent, and another notes that it contains tots. Those mixed burrito opinions sit alongside the more enthusiastic recommendations.

7 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Cafe de Olla in Burbank draws breakfast recommendations for chilaquiles. Several diners enthusiastically back the choice, with one specifically praising the divorciados and seasoned rice. Another particularly likes the huevos sinchronizados. A separate diner also likes the food but warns of a wait.

Burbank

7 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Little Dom's is recommended for its blueberry ricotta pancakes, which one diner calls some of the best they have ever had and others describe as very good. The rest of the brunch menu draws weaker marks, with one visitor finding most other items underwhelming and another reporting overcooked eggs. One diner says a past visit did not leave a lasting impression but would return.

7 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Sobuneh draws breakfast-burrito praise, including one diner who particularly liked the flavor and texture and another who calls it their top option. One person suggests the veggie version for a lighter appetite. Dissent focuses on value and execution: a diner finds the burrito expensive for its size, another reports bland, dry filling and soggy tots, and two mention waiting as a drawback.

6 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Tacos Tu Madre is recommended across its local outlets, including West Hollywood. One West Hollywood diner repeatedly enjoys the breakfast burrito with honey sriracha chicken, though they find it more expensive than before. Another diner leaves the outlet unspecified and recommends fried chicken with chipotle aioli. One liked a breakfast burrito with tots but was uncertain about the truffle guacamole. A separate fan likes the vegan Korean BBQ burrito.

6 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Picaresca in Boyle Heights is recommended for breakfast burritos and coffee. One commenter calls it a cute spot with excellent burritos, another rates the cafe highly, and a third includes it among personal breakfast regulars. A diner also mentions chilaquiles but only guesses at their popularity. The burrito recommendations are firmer evidence than that unverified menu-popularity claim.

Boyle Heights

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Saby's in Mar Vista draws breakfast-burrito and chilaquiles recommendations. One diner prefers its range of burrito variations to Cofax, while another specifically recommends the chilaquiles burrito. A separate commenter suggests combining red and green salsa on chilaquiles. The specific chilaquiles suggestions sit alongside shorter endorsements from people comparing breakfast burritos.

Mar Vista

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Nat's Early Bite in Sherman Oaks draws recommendations for diner breakfasts. One diner names the waffles as a favorite, and another calls the breakfast excellent while warning of long waits and suggesting an early arrival. A commenter considers it worth a special trip, and another prefers it to Mel's. Those are individual comparisons, not a claim that everyone makes a special journey.

Sherman Oaks

6 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/SantaMonica, r/AskLosAngeles

Cafe Vida is recommended across its local outlets, with Culver City named most often. Several people favor Culver City for pancakes, including one who particularly likes the almond version. Other comments leave the outlet unspecified and praise brown-rice pancakes or a fluffy, crisp-edged texture. A Palisades visitor separately favors that branch's buttermilk pancakes and chicken sausage.

Culver City

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

La Carreta in East Los Angeles is recommended for Mexican breakfast and egg dishes. One diner who stopped after a parade calls its huevos divorciados a favorite, and another describes that dish as their usual order while noting they have not visited recently. Other endorsements are brief and often just name the restaurant. The specific egg-dish praise is more informative than those general mentions.

East La

6 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Jumpin' Java on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City draws breakfast recommendations for pancakes and other morning dishes. One diner particularly likes the blueberry pancakes, and another enjoys grits with a sausage accompaniment and sweet coffee. A further visitor says the food has repeatedly been good and likes the atmosphere.

Studio City

6 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Tacos Delta on Sunset in Silver Lake is recommended for breakfast burritos and chilaquiles. One diner describes it as a go-to after a morning visit, and another calls it a neighborhood gem. Other supporters mostly name the business without adding dish detail. Those shorter endorsements support the choice, while the specific breakfast and chilaquiles comments explain its place on this map.

Silver Lake

6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/SantaMonica, r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Huckleberry in Santa Monica is repeatedly recommended for breakfast. Two commenters call it their clear top choice, while another includes it among a personal top three. The caveats concern crowding and changing impressions: one diner says tables can be difficult to get, and another thinks it used to be better. Those accounts support an established breakfast favorite with trade-offs, not a promise of a particular wait or unchanged quality.

Santa Monica

6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/pasadena

Oh La La in Pasadena draws breakfast recommendations for croissant and brioche sandwiches, alongside broader praise for bread and pastries. One diner especially likes the almond chocolate croissant, and another mentions scones. The response is not unanimous: one French commenter is unimpressed, another finds the pastries cold and soggy, and a fan of the bakery disliked a greasy croissant breakfast sandwich with soft bacon.

6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Cilantro Mexican Grill in North Hollywood is repeatedly recommended for breakfast burritos at its gas-station-market location. One diner calls its burrito their favorite in Los Angeles; another particularly likes serrano pesto with bacon and mentions large portions. A critic found the breakfast burrito greasy and underwhelming and thinks the unusual location attracts more attention than the food merits.

5 people recommendvia r/SantaMonica, r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Rae's on Pico is recommended as a Santa Monica breakfast diner, with one commenter favoring it for a carb-heavy start and another finding the hobo breakfast relatively affordable. Visitors praise its classic appearance and outdoor patio. The trade-offs are atmosphere and choice: one diner finds it less suited to lingering than other favorites, while another likes the specials but describes a narrower menu.

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Undergrind on Robertson draws breakfast-burrito recommendations, including a diner who names the bayou burrito as a favorite. Another visitor reports consistently good experiences, and one prefers it to Cofax. A more qualified fan calls it probably the best burrito they have tried while still hoping to find a stronger breakfast burrito elsewhere. The comparisons are personal and tentative, not a definitive ranking.

5 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Go Get 'Em Tiger is recommended across its local outlets, with Culver and Larchmont named. Diners praise the breakfast burrito, including one who calls it solid and another who particularly enjoyed it. A separate person suggests a bean-and-cheese burrito alongside the breakfast burrito for a morning meal. Most recommendations leave the outlet unspecified, rather than describing different experiences at each branch.

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Provecho Calimex is recommended for breakfast burritos and chilaquiles on the Westside. One person suggests it for larger burritos, while another recommends the breakfast burritos as an alternative near Cofax. In a chilaquiles discussion, a diner says they keep craving its version and two others endorse the restaurant. A separate commenter had tried its burrito but preferred another business; trying a place is not itself a recommendation.

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Pete's Blue Chip in Eagle Rock draws breakfast-burrito recommendations. One diner particularly likes a bean-and-egg order, another calls it a regular stop with good value and tasty food, and a third praises the broader menu. The budget appeal comes from that personal value report rather than a current menu price. The sources support a neighborhood breakfast choice without establishing every possible filling.

Eagle Rock

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Frank's on Fairfax draws breakfast recommendations, including one diner who orders a chorizo burrito and another who especially likes the machaca breakfast. Other comments name it as a breakfast choice in the area. One visitor likes the overall atmosphere. The specific dishes are individual recommendations, not evidence that every diner favors the same order.

5 people recommendvia r/pasadena, r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Bad-Ass Breakfast Burritos, Dog Haus's breakfast program, draws citywide recommendations, with Old Pasadena the only outlet explicitly named. One visitor particularly enjoyed the Wurst Burrito at that location; another fan leaves the outlet unspecified but liked the fried-egg option. Other diners praise the breakfast burritos without much additional detail. The Wurst order is the clearest specific suggestion tied to Old Pasadena.

5 people recommendvia r/pasadena

Lee's Hoagie House in Pasadena draws breakfast-burrito recommendations. Two diners call it their best local choice, and another specifically praises a bacon breakfast burrito as well made. A separate commenter finds the breakfast sandwiches decent and inexpensive. The protein breakfast burrito also appears in a personal ranking. These reports concern diners' experiences rather than guaranteed current prices or all-day availability.

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Eggslut is recommended as a breakfast option across Los Angeles. The Grand Central Market outlet is explicitly named, but most recommendations leave the outlet unspecified. Two diners name it when asked for a sausage-and-egg breakfast sandwich, while another describes it as a simple, pleasant choice. The comments offer little dish detail beyond that breakfast-sandwich context.