Best Brunch Restaurants in Santa Monica (90405)
4 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.3
European deli and market serving innovative breakfast since 2000, known for house-smoked salmon and savory pancakes. This family-owned spot doubles as a Scandinavian, Dutch, and German import market with extensive cheese and charcuterie selections, creating a unique neighborhood cafe that serves breakfast and sandwiches alongside hard-to-find European specialty foods.
Must-Try Dishes:
Savory Salmon Pancake, House-Smoked Salmon, Green Eggs n' Ham
What makes it special: House-smoked salmon and European market with 24+ years of neighborhood service
#2
Urth Caffé
8.0
LA institution serving exclusively organic, heirloom coffee with health-conscious California cuisine in Spanish-style building. Founded in 1989, Urth pioneered the organic coffee movement and offers extensive breakfast menu featuring everything from vegan options to decadent pastries, all made with sustainable ingredients in a European-style coffeehouse setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Spanish Latte, Sticky Buns
What makes it special: America's first exclusively organic coffee company with celebrity following
Worthy Picks
#3
Kafe K
7.9
European-style cafe serving health-conscious organic breakfasts on a sunny outdoor patio. Women-owned and locally operated, this Main Street spot emphasizes fresh, farm-to-table ingredients with extensive vegetarian and vegan options alongside classic breakfast sandwiches and Mediterranean-inspired salads.
Must-Try Dishes:
Organic Poached Eggs, Smoked Salmon on Toasted Bagel, Acai Bowl
What makes it special: European cafe atmosphere with locally sourced organic ingredients
7.9
Surf-and-skate culture cafe in the landmark Jeff Ho Zephyr building serving health-conscious breakfast burritos and organic micro-roasted coffee. Pet-friendly patio celebrating Santa Monica's iconic skateboard and surfing heritage.
Must-Try Dishes:
Munchies Burrito, Main Street Slider, Acai Bowl
What makes it special: Historic Dogtown Z-Boys surf shop location with locally micro-roasted organic coffee and extensive vegan options