Breakfast Restaurants in Los Angeles

Jerry's Famous Deli has numerous locations, a particularly convenient one is located next to the Beverly Center in West Hollywood at 8701 Beverly Blvd.  I spent a very long election night there in 2000 and never fail to see some lesser Hollywood light when I visit.  The food is good but not outstanding, selection is abundant and prices moderate.  There can be a wait for seating during peak periods but often times you are seated as soon as you walk in. Still, it has a franchise feel and non-descript waiters and service.  Credit cards are accepted.  Parking at this particular location is very limited and difficult to access. 

If you crave the true deli experience, Nate & Al's at 414 N. Beverly Drive in Beverly Hills is the must visit.  The lines are always long though so go prepared to wait and don't expect to be coddled.  Listen for your name and make your way quickly when it is called or your booth will be given away.  Also, absolutely no rubber necking for the first rank stars who often drop in for a meal or some over breakfast business.  They're on their home turf here and bothering them will make you persona non-grata.  If you don't get pickles and kraut when you sit down be sure to ask for them, they are a highlight.  Like Jerry's, the menu is vast and even though it's not exotic, it is very, very good.  Credit cards accepted.  Parking during the week can be a problem and generally requires using the garage down the street but Sunday afternoon is a breeze.  If this is your first visit to L.A., Rodeo Drive is just around the corner and don't miss the lobby of the Regent Beverly Wilshire at 9500 Wilshire Blvd.