A literary themed cafe in West L.A.

Literati Cafe has been a neighborhood favorite in Brentwood, Los Angeles, since 2000. Designed to inspire writers and creatives, Literati is the perfect place to work, meet, or linger with strong Wi-Fi and a little free library.

We’re best known for our organic coffee & tea, breakfast burritos & tacos, plus fresh salads & sandwiches.

Now we’re open for dinner Thursday through Sunday with seasonal entrees plus beer, wine, and cocktails.

OUR STORY

Our Coffee

We proudly serve the highest quality organic coffee because organic farming practices protect the soil, water, and farm workers by avoiding synthetic pesticides. Thus creating a cleaner, healthier cup of coffee for you and a more sustainable future for our planet. It’s a simple choice that reflects the kind of world we at Literati Cafe want to help cultivate.

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Our Food

Some say our breakfast tacos are “the best in town” and we won’t argue. Our breakfast burritos are also beloved along with other simple, satisfying classics like omelettes, Benedicts, fresh salads, hearty sandwiches, delectable pastries, and feel-good food made with quality ingredients. Now, Thursday through Sunday, you can also join us for dinner with a growing menu of seasonal entrees and a full bar.

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Special Events

Literati’s extra large, flexible indoor space with two dining rooms and a full bar, plus our private outdoor heated patio, makes our restaurant an ideal setting for private parties, corporate events, book clubs, and community gatherings. Let us help you host a fun, memorable event with great food, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.

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Join the Team

Our café is a fun and fast-paced work environment which requires focus, commitment, and teamwork. We take pride in building a positive culture where team members support one another and everyone has an opportunity to learn and grow. We are so proud of the people on our team who make Literati a welcoming place for our community every day. Reach out to apply.

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Customer Reviews

★★★★★

“I love this place. I'm a writer. The food is fabulous. Breakfast and brunch is the best on the Westside. The atmosphere is tops.”
— E Douglas Kihn
★★★★★

“Super cool cafe with a delicious breakfast menu and a wide variety of coffee options… The literature theme with the hanging books and wall art was very well executed, great ambiance…”
— Iani Batilov
★★★★★

“A must every time I’m in LA. Food, service, and coffee were awesome.”
— Michele Winchell
★★★★★

“Everything I've had from the Cobb salad to the breakfast tacos to the benedicts and sandwiches has all been phenomenal. One of my go-to spots in LA.”
— Jordan Charter
★★★★★

“I’ve been lucky enough to visit Literati since it opened over 20 years ago. It has consistently been a welcoming, delicious retreat.“
— Melody Godfred