Well, I found my new favorite lunch spot… and in a city full of cafes and bakeries, and places that want to be known for the best lunch in town, that’s a pretty bold statement! The Sycamore Kitchen, located in Fairfax on La Brea, is an adorable cafe that is most popular for breakfast & brunch. There are countless NOBREAD approved options, including a flourless lemon custard cake and a flourless chocolate brownie, that will have you agreeing with my bold statement after just a few bites!…
For breakfast, I HIGHLY recommend the house-made coconut pecan granola with toasted pepita and cold milk. The granola is 100% gluten free, and really awesome. Unfortunately, there is no gluten free bread offered at the restaurant, so tartines and sandwiches are off-limits. All sandwiches, however, can be made gluten free if you ask for no bread! For breakfast/brunch, I also highly recommend the pork hash which is served with roasted peppers and onions, russet potatoes, two fried eggs, and spinach. I have a little secret for you! There is a veggie hash alternative to the pork belly hash for the vegetarians out there! This option isn’t on the menu… it’s one of Sycamore’s best kept secrets! For lunch, you HAVE to order a salad. The salads are unique and inventive, and both filling and flavorful to top it off! The curry roasted cauliflower and butternut squash salad is one of the best salads I have ever had. It’s finished with avocado and grapes, and perfect for vegans/vegetarians, too! Lastly, The Sycamore Kitchen might have the best brussels sprouts in LA!! The sprouts are roasted and drizzled with maple glaze and rosemary. They ARE subject to slight cross contamination risk, however, so if you are ULTRA sensitive you will have to skip this phenomenal creation.
What’s better than delicious, nobread friendly food, while sitting outdoors?! The Sycamore Kitchen has the most amazing outdoor patio, so you can enjoy your A+ meal in the A+ weather. I’m still learning the LA landscape, but the location seems pretty amazing, too! La Brea is quite the street with several awesome shops and restaurants, so it’s no wonder this restaurant skyrocketed to success. I will 1000% be back soon!