The Abbot Kinney institution that made LA's dining scene
Must-try: Mushroom Pizza, Kale Caesar, Burrata Toast
📍 1429 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
The best brunch spots in Venice — curated from over 200 LA restaurants.
3 picksVenice is one of LA's strongest brunch neighborhoods — the kind of place where Saturday morning starts with a wait and ends with a second cocktail. These 3 picks cover everything from full bottomless spreads to serious eggs-done-right spots. All come with TikTok previews so you can check the vibe before you commit to a wait. Top picks: Gjelina, Great White, Zinqué.
Venice balances beach-town ease with serious culinary ambition — Abbot Kinney and Rose Ave are two of the best restaurant streets in the city.
The Abbot Kinney institution that made LA's dining scene
Must-try: Mushroom Pizza, Kale Caesar, Burrata Toast
📍 1429 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
Venice's all-day cafe with a California-cool aesthetic, excellent breakfast burritos, and brunch energy that defines the neighborhood
Must-try: Breakfast burrito, Ricotta hotcakes, Salmon mezze plate
📍 1604 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291
Parisian wine bar on Abbot Kinney — all-day rosé, croques, and golden hour
Must-try: Croque Monsieur, Salade Niçoise, Tarte Flambée
📍 1319 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
Gjelina is the one everyone keeps coming back to — consistently great food, a lively crowd, and a room that makes you feel like you're doing the weekend right.
Several spots on this list offer bottomless options — Gjelina is a solid pick if that's what you're after. Check their current menu as offerings change seasonally.
Weekend brunch without a reservation is possible but expect a wait. Most spots take reservations — book a few days ahead for Saturday and Sunday. Weekdays are much easier to walk into.