1. Photographs: Jakob N. Layman
    Photographs: Jakob N. Layman

    Best brunch restaurants in LA: Fig (Mexican)

  2. Best brunch restaurants in LA: Siam Sunset (Thai)

  3. Photograph: Jade Chang
    Photograph: Jade Chang

    Best brunch restaurants in LA: Asal Bakery (Persian)

  4. Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
    Photograph: Jakob N. Layman

    Best brunch restaurants in LA: Huge Tree Pastry (Taiwanese)

  5. Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
    Photograph: Jakob N. Layman

    Best brunch restaurants in LA: Huge Tree Pastry (Taiwanese)

  6. Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
    Photograph: Jakob N. Layman

    Best brunch restaurants in LA: Maison Giraud (French)

  7. Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
    Photograph: Jakob N. Layman

    Best brunch restaurants in LA: Maison Giraud (French)

  8. Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
    Photograph: Jakob N. Layman

    Best brunch restaurants in LA: Maison Giraud (French)

  9. Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
    Photograph: Jakob N. Layman

    Best brunch restaurants in LA: Fukagawa (Japanese)

  10. Photograph: Jade Chang
    Photograph: Jade Chang

    Best brunch restaurants in LA: Little Ethiopia Restaurant (Ethiopian)

  11. Best brunch restaurants in LA: Cafe Verona (Italian)

  12. Best brunch restaurants in LA: Tarte Tatin Bakery (Israeli)

  13. Best brunch restaurants in LA: Tarte Tatin Bakery (Israeli)

  14. Best brunch restaurants in LA: Tarte Tatin Bakery (Israeli)

Breakfast goes global: Best international brunch restaurants in LA

From crispy chilaquiles to twisty Thai crullers, here are the best brunch restaurants in LA to sate your appetite and your wanderlust.
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Eggs Benedict and over-sized pancakes not exciting enough to get you out of bed early? Beat brunch boredom at some of LA's best global breakfast spots. In a city where the cuisine is as varied as the neighborhoods, choices are plenty. From crispy donuts dipped in condensed milk in Thai Town to lamb brain stew in the Valley—we bring you a world-tour of the morning plate at ten of the city’s tastiest international brunch restaurants.

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Mexico

Mexico

Mexico. What's the best brunch in LA for morning tongue tacos? No need to go South of the Border, just head west for Fig's Mexican breakfast.
Thailand

Thailand

Start your morning with a trip to the Southeast at Siam Sunset, our pick for the best brunch in LA for a Thai breakfast.
Iran

Iran

Forget Tehrangeles—for the best brunch in LA with Persian punch check out San Fernando Valley's Asal Bakery.
Taiwan

Taiwan

Hit the San Gabriel Valley for the best brunch in LA with savory Chinese breakfast pastries.
Britain

Britain

Looking for a proper English breakfast? Head to this Westside pub for the best brunch in LA for everything from crumpets to blood pudding.
France

France

Want to start your morning like the French? The best brunch in LA for croque-madame, croissants and more is as close as the Westside—bien sur!
Japan

Japan

Nori, pickled vegetables, steamed rice and eggs—for a traditional Japanese morning spread, the best brunch in LA is at Fukagawa.
Ethiopia

Ethiopia

Who says you can’t play with your food? The best brunch in LA for feast-with-your-hands Ethiopian dishes are at this must-try Fairfax District restaurant.
Italy

Italy

Bon giorno! Wake up to the best brunch in LA for frittatas and espresso on an alfresco patio, Italian style.
Israel

Israel

Homesick Israelis find flaky burekas, homemade hummus and Middle Eastern morning eggs at this best brunch in LA for a taste of Israel.