LA Haute Cuisine: Best Brunch

Scarpetta Beverly Hills

225 North Canon Drive

Beverly Hills, CA 90210

(310) 860-7970

Ambiance

Adjacent to the Beverly Canon Gardens, Scarpetta’s al fresco dining augments the Mediterranean-inspired experience, creating an enchanting backdrop for brunch with family or friends.

What to order

Start with the espresso bar. The seafood is second to none – fresh shrimp, crab and seafood and a raw sushi bar. Wash it all down with mimosas, Bloody Marys or mojitos.

Who comes here

Neighborhood regulars, family-oriented travelers, business executives and industry people.

Sweet Tooth

Executive Pastry Chef Richard Ruskell’s Vanilla Caramel Budino served with Gianduja chocolate sable cookies.

Geoffrey’s Malibu

27400 Pacific Coast Hwy

Malibu, CA 90265

(310) 457-1519

Ambiance

Oceanside, open-air dining. This upscale yet casual eatery is warm, friendly and celebratory.

What to order

Try one of their popular seafood dishes like the Ahi Tuna tartar, Paella or sea bass filet.

Who comes here

Guests celebrating special events, business executives, Malibu locals, celebrities.

Sweet Tooth

Crisp warm Apple Tart, Crème brûlée.

The Polo Lounge

at The Beverly Hills Hotel

9641 Sunset Boulevard

Beverly Hills, CA 90210

(310) 887-2777

Ambiance

A beloved brunch spot and watering hole for generations of stars and Hollywood dealmakers, The Polo Lounge features a seasoned Maître d’ who guides guests to indoor or outdoor seating while jazz music plays in the background.

What to order

The McCarthy Salad, Traditional Eggs Benedict or the Smoked Salmon.

Who comes here

Hollywood’s movers and shakers.

Sweet Tooth

Mocha Ice Cream Pie or the warm Rocky Road brownie sundae.

The Ivy

113 N. Robertson Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90048

(310) 274-8303

Ambiance

Low-key, neighborhood restaurant.  You’ll love the one-of-a-kind combination of fresh food and great music over late breakfast in the sun-drenched rose garden.

What to order

First and best grilled vegetable salad in town – try it with lobster.  Late breakfast classics include fresh lobster hash and home baked brioche fresh toast.  A killer Bloody Mary or fresh mint Ivy Gimlet is a must.  Everything is served with our hot-from-the-oven homemade currant scones and fresh raspberry jam.

Who comes here

Darling, we never tell.

Sweet Tooth

Homemade triple-layer chocolate cake with homemade vanilla gelato or freshly baked Tart Tatin with house whipped cream or à-la-mode.