Best Instagram Worthy Restaurants in Brentwood
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Pop’s Bagels – Brentwood
Modern LA bagel shop with standout pressed deli-style sandos.
Notable Picks
8.6
A polished neighborhood bagel shop known for nicely fermented, airy-chewy bagels and inventive pressed breakfast/lunch sandwiches. Locals line up for the classic schmears but also for the deli-style builds that feel built for Brentwood mornings. Strong execution across flavors, including a well-liked gluten-free program.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nova Lox on Everything Bagel, Pastrami, Egg & Cheese Bagel, Pressed Reuben on Plain Bagel
What Makes it Special: Modern LA bagel shop with standout pressed deli-style sandos.
8.3
A high-energy Italian-American diner that pulls serious crowds for breakfast, anchored by fluffy pancakes and craveable egg dishes. It’s louder and more scene-y than a classic café, but the cooking stays consistently strong at scale.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pancakes with berries and maple butter, Breakfast Pizza, Spicy breakfast sandwich
What Makes it Special: Destination-level breakfast from one of LA’s most popular local groups.
8.2
An airy, all-day bakery-café known for naturally leavened breads and polished viennoiserie with a light California touch. The menu reads simple, but execution stays sharp across breakfast pastries, toasts, and seasonal specials.
Must-Try Dishes:
Country sourdough loaf, Ham & cheese croissant, Seasonal fruit danish
What Makes it Special: Artisan bread program anchored by strong daily pastry execution.
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Sweet Treats Escapes
Business Lunch Power Players
Instagram Worthy Wonders
A Japanese-French patisserie operating in Brentwood since 2002, built on scratch-made laminated doughs—the kouign-amann and almond croissant are the draws that keep regulars returning across two decades. Counter service moves quickly during the morning rush, though the pastry case thins out by late morning, so timing matters. The ivy-covered storefront and colorful display set a charming tone for a neighborhood bakery at moderate prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Almond croissant, Ham & cheese croissant, Croque monsieur
What Makes it Special: A rare Westside café where serious French viennoiserie meets reliable all-day dining.
Worthy Picks
7.9
A Brazilian-born gelato chain that makes everything fresh each morning using traditional Italian technique — the texture and richness read as genuinely artisanal, not mass-produced. Brentwood regulars treat it as a reliable sweet-tooth stop on San Vicente, though repeat customers learn quickly to skip individual scoops (notoriously small) and go straight for pints. Expect premium pricing for the quality, and budget for metered parking that fills fast at midday.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cioccolato Belga (Belgian Chocolate) Gelato, Pistacchio Gelato, Affogato al Caffè
What Makes it Special: Ultra-creamy, low-air gelato with standout chocolate and pistachio.
7.6
An Australian-rooted all-day cafe that pairs wood-fired pizzas and farmers market plates with natural wines and solid flat whites, running from morning through evening without dropping the thread. The Brentwood location draws Westsiders who want polished outdoor seating and a shareable menu without full-service formality. Reviews run polarized—regulars swear by the brunch lineup, but a notable minority report misses, so set expectations for a place still finding its groove at this address.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smoked Salmon Pizza, Breakfast Burrito, Avocado Toast
What Makes it Special: Australian all-day cafe blending LA farmers market ingredients with wood-fired pizzas, shareable plates, and natural wines from morning flat whites through evening cocktails