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Best Breakfast Restaurants in Mid-Wilshire

3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

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Our Top Pick
Met Her At A Bar
Line-worthy waffles and brunch plates in a tiny, lively cafe.

Notable Picks

$$ Mid-Wilshire American, Breakfast
Met Her At A Bar is a compact, high-energy brunch cafe known for crisp Belgian-style waffles, over-the-top breakfast plates, and steady lines down La Brea. Since opening in 2017, it’s become a go-to for locals who want sweet-and-savory brunch with strong coffee and a social, buzzy room.
Must-Try Dishes: Crispy Belgian Waffle with Fried Chicken, Strawberry Nutella Waffle, Breakfast Sandwich on Brioche
What Makes it Special: Line-worthy waffles and brunch plates in a tiny, lively cafe.
$$ Mid-Wilshire American, Breakfast
Three Borders Brunch & Grill is a family-run spot where chef Yanira Vanegas blends Latin American flavors with American brunch staples on a low-key stretch of Olympic. Diners come for pupusas, chilaquiles, and pancakes that feel homemade but dialed up, served by a warm team that remembers regulars.
Must-Try Dishes: Pupusa Brunch Plate, Chilaquiles with Eggs, Dulce de Leche Pancakes
What Makes it Special: Latin-influenced American brunch from a tight-knit family kitchen.

Worthy Picks

$$ Mid-Wilshire American, Breakfast
Inside the Petersen Automotive Museum, Meyers Manx Cafe serves New American café fare with nods to California comfort—think breakfast burritos, sandwiches, and salads—in a bright, auto-themed space. It’s a convenient, surprisingly thoughtful option for museumgoers and neighborhood regulars who want something better than standard museum food.
Must-Try Dishes: Meyers Breakfast Burrito, Nearburg Chicken Sandwich, Seasonal Grain Bowl
What Makes it Special: Car-museum cafe with upgraded American comfort food and daylight.