Surrounded by media giants like Warner Bros, ABC Studios, and The Walt Disney Company, Burbank, California is recognized as the ‘Media Capital of the World.’ Alongside this evolving entertainment is a city that features great places to eat. Check out our picks for the best brunch spots.
Porto’s
Burbank’s food scene would not be complete without a touch of Cuba from Porto’s. The cafe might seem spacious if not for the long lines that often flow out the door. Don’t worry — you won’t have to wait long for Porto’s most popular items; the meat-stuffed potato balls and meat pies fly off the display counter. The aroma of cumin-spiced sandwiches like the ropa vieja — made with tender, thinly shredded flank steak — fills the air. Porto’s bakers prepare dough to make a variety of sandwich breads daily. Polish it off with a guava and cheese pastry, a cheese roll, or take the sweet and spongy Tres Leches sheet cake home.
From Matcha Green Tea Pancakes to S’more’s Pancakes to Chocolate Tuxedo pancakes, Bea Bea’s flips some of the most interesting flavors on the griddle. It doesn’t skimp on the good stuff, either. Fresh mascarpone cream, whipped cream, and cream cheese take Bea Bea’s pancakes to the next level. With an extensive menu, consisting of salads, sandwiches, and the popular, Mexican-style Volcano Scrambled Eggs, there is something for everyone. Even hard-to-please vegans will enjoy a good brunch with the tofu scramble and the Vegan Wrap.
Another Broken Egg Café
Cafe, Restaurant, American
With locations in 10 states, Another Broken Egg Café has brought its famous Southern flair to Burbank. Aside from classic breakfast items like eggs Benedict, some brunch favorites include Crabcakes Cavallo dressed in Andouille-infused hollandaise and Shrimp n’ Grits. The lobster and brie omelet is another popular item, filled with loads of brie cheese and lobster meat and drizzled with a champagne butter sauce. The Southern spices featured in classic egg dishes, burgers, and more earns this cafe a spot in the Burbank foodscape. Lobster and Brie Omelet | Courtesy of Another Broken Egg Café
Café de Olla
Cafe, Restaurant, Mexican
The digs are humble, but Café de Olla‘s charm comes from the quality Mexican food it puts on the table. From green poblano chilaquiles, sopes, and tacos to classic breakfast burritos, Café de Olla offers the best Mexican brunch in Burbank. Enjoy your meal amid the earthy aroma of traditional Mexican coffee.
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Romancing the Bean
Cafe, American
Courtesy of Romancing The Bean Café
Magnolia Park is home to several quaint, family-owned cafes. With its notable black-and-white striped awning peeking over the front of the cafe, Romancing the Bean Café captures the vintage vibe of Burbank. Tossing fresh organic ingredients in its farm fresh salads, wraps, and sandwiches, Romancing the Bean makes it easy to eat clean. Indulge in the famous chicken curry or a simple caprese. This cafe upholds its name with a wide selection of coffees and teas, and the baristas put the same level of care into the beverages as the cooks do in the kitchen.
Café Magazzino
Cafe, American
What started as a small neighborhood cafe has become a new and improved establishment, just a short distance from Warner Bros studio. Café Magazzino’s well-rounded menu includes a vegan Sloppy Joe, curried egg salad, and grilled chicken ciabatta. The Soup of Day is always a fresh helping of vegan goodness, and the famous Egg In A Pastry is a must-try. This dish is a fried egg nestled in a flaky cheesy puff pastry.
Granville Café
Cafe, American
With a focus on gourmet foods, Granville Café is a go-to for conscientious eaters. The food is made fresh daily with organic ingredients. Try the tasty hot cakes, drizzled with real maple syrup, or the Uptown Mac and Cheese, made with melted gruyère. For a large appetite, the sweet chili-marinated New York steak or a sesame-crusted ahi filet are sure to hit the spot. Aside from the food menu, Granville has a wide selection of handcrafted cocktails, wines, martinis, and craft brews.
Corner Cottage
Food Kiosk, American
Overlooking Victory Blvd is a hole-in-wall joint that is home to the best burritos in Burbank. The Corner Cottage kiosk may be small, but its food portions are mighty. They inspire a steady line of loyalists, especially over the weekend. It may be a while before you can sink your teeth into the starchy, meaty breakfast burritos stuffed with eggs, potatoes, and fiery salsa, but it’s well worth the wait. The goods don’t last, so get there before it closes around 3.30pm daily.
Castaway
For champagne and fancy spreads, indulge in the weekend buffet brunch at Castaway. Perched high upon the Burbank hills, Castaway has been nicknamed ‘The Jewel On The Hill’. Both the San Fernando Valley and the sprawling city of Los Angeles are beneath it, which means incredible views. The brunch buffet is only available on weekends and offers many menu options, like the Maryland-style crab cakes and the seafood pasta.
Harry's Family Restaurant
Diner, Restaurant, American
This list would not be complete without a 24/7 diner that is ready to serve breakfast even at two in the morning. The ‘take it easy’ feel of Harry’s Family Restaurant has 1970s nostalgia, right down to the turquoise vinyl upholstery. Breakfast time is busy, but the service is usually quick and cordial. Whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, enjoy diner classics like eggs, waffles, or a mighty slab of sirloin.
A passion for food and a desire to share her Pakistani heritage has lead Izzah to make cooking videos on YouTube. She believes that food and language are two of the most important factors that allow one to transgress the physical space and develop real connections. Until she learns all the languages of the world, she' will continue tasting culture in her kitchen.
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