Best Brunch Restaurants in Pacific Palisades

228 restaurants available nearby

1. Hank's Palisades

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Palisades

Booked 2 times today

Hank’s is located next to the Bay Theater at Palisades Village and offers a full menu of elevated American classics for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Guests can choose from a wide array of dishes from seafood, steaks and ribs, to Hank's Double Diamond Burger, starters and sandwiches, complemented by Hank's cocktails, extensive wine & beer list, shakes and housemate floats.Seating is available in our main dining room, Hank's Bar counter giving guests a front row seat to our open kitchen and full cocktail bar, or bustling pet friendly patio. We are happy to accommodate any vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dietary restricted guests. Pacific Palisades is a small beach community known for spectacular ocean views, hiking and biking trails near Malibu, Santa Monica, and the Santa Monica Pier. This neighborhood is also home to the stunning Getty Villa Museum which features Roman-inspired architecture and gardens.

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2. The Penthouse Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(4237)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 30 times today

The Penthouse Restaurant is a popular brunch spot in Santa Monica, known for its stunning ocean views and unique rooftop dining experience. Customers have praised the fresh and delicious food, as well as the excellent service and beautiful ambiance. Many reviews highlight the great brunch options and emphasize the fantastic views, making it a popular choice for brunch.

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3. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

4.3

Awesome(792)

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 33 times today

Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge is a unique spot offering a 'legendary brunch' that guests love. They describe it as a 'fun brunch place' with an 'amazing brunch buffet' featuring a variety of foods such as omelette station, bacon, sausage, salads, steak, fish and chips, fried chicken, and different pizzas. The reviews consistently mention the great service, ambiance, and vibe, making it a highly recommended spot for brunch.

4. AOC - Brentwood

4.6

Exceptional(3317)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Brentwood

Booked 29 times today

A.O.C is a small plates restaurant driven by seasonal ingredients, locally sourced. Our California French cuisine was developed by Chef Suzanne Goin, and has some Mediterranean influences as well. We have a large selection of wines by the glass and over 150 bottles chose from, curated by Caroline Styne, all of witch are either organic, biodynamic or sustainable. Featuring a full bar with premium spirits and specialty cocktails.

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5. Water Grill - Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(5889)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Monica

Booked 68 times today

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Water Grill Santa Monica is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located on Ocean Ave. across from the Pacific Ocean and steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, Water Grill Santa Monica is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Santa Monica’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill Santa Monica also offers customizable private dining options for business meetings and special events.

6. Fia

4.6

Exceptional(2471)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 37 times today

Hidden inside a lush, secret garden in the coastal enclave of Santa Monica, Fia is the first collaboration between hospitality trailblazer Michael Greco and celebrated Chef Brendan Collins. A venue designed by acclaimed designer Matt Winter ~ Fia is an urban oasis, where Greco's service mantra is rooted in a dedication to hospitality... Service, Service, Service. Collins' craveable menu delivers on flavor & execution, highlighting the freshest seasonal ingredients, inspired by California & Italian Coastal Cuisine, that will satisfy all. Add to the equation, carefully crafted cocktails, and old & new world wine list. Maximum reservable table size is for eight persons, see Fia website for event/catering inquiries. Weekend Brunch with Bottomless Mimosas & Margaritas (2 hour time limit per booking)We do not allow dogs (excepting certified service animals)We allow one special bottle for a $45 corkage as long as we do not carry that same bottle in our award winning wine cellar.

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7. Élephante - Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1123)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 231 times today

Élephante is an Italian restaurant in Santa Monica with stunning ocean views. It's praised for its great food, service, and ambience, with many reviews mentioning 'brunch' specifically. It's a popular choice for birthday celebrations and visiting guests. The cocktails are also highly recommended.

8. Massilia

4.5

Awesome(796)

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 8 times today

Massilia is a Marseille-inspired brasserie with culinary influences from the South of France, Italy, Spain & North Africa. SUN – THURS Bar open til 11pm / Kitchen open til 10pm | FRI + SAT Bar open til 12am / Kitchen open til 11pm | MON – FRI Enjoy 50% off all craft cocktails & wines by the glass from 11am – 6pm

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9. RED O Cantina - Santa Monica

4.2

Awesome(835)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Santa Monica

Booked 11 times today

What better location to enjoy award-winning cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails, than sitting directly across from the legendary Santa Monica pier? This vibrant city-meets-the-ocean destination is a local favorite. With a beautifully appointed interior and an intimate back patio, RED O Cantina is an oasis of elegance, comfort and beauty. Our culinary team and waitstaff work hand-in-hand to deliver an unforgettable dining experience to each and every one of our guests.

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10. North Italia - Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1457)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 28 times today

Everyone has a favorite dish at North. Every day, our Chefs start from scratch to create handmade pizza and pasta using only the best ingredients to craft inspired dishes from the garden, farm, and sea. North defines the standards for handcrafted Italian. Our menu offers a great selection of antipasti (daily soup, charcuterie, bruschetta), salads full of seasonal ingredients, and a main entrée menu driven by both traditional Italian cuisine and lighter fresh fish dishes. North is a great neighborhood spot for family and friends to meet and share a handcrafted experience. From the food to the service, at North every detail matters. Due to recent current events, we will be only open for to go sales only at this point in time. Thank you for your understanding

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Best Brunch Restaurants in Pacific Palisades

Price

Cuisine (20 of 65)

228 restaurants available nearby

1. Hank's Palisades

2. The Penthouse Restaurant

3. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

4. AOC - Brentwood

5. Water Grill - Santa Monica

6. Fia

7. Élephante - Santa Monica

8. Massilia

9. RED O Cantina - Santa Monica

10. North Italia - Santa Monica

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