Top 6 Lunch Spots in West Hollywood Where You Might See a Celebrity

Let's be honest: part of the fun of eating in West Hollywood is glancing at the next table and wondering, "Wait, is that…?" Nobody can promise a sighting, but these six spots serve a great lunch and have long track records with the famous crowd.

1. Cecconi's

Venetian roots by way of London, Cecconi's on Melrose Avenue draws a chic crowd to its elegant, relaxed dining room and patio. It's open for lunch every day and brunch on weekends, and royals have been known to drop in.

2. Hugo's

A West Hollywood institution on Santa Monica Boulevard, Hugo's has been a power-breakfast and lunch spot for the entertainment industry for decades. The menu is fresh and California-driven, with plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.

3. SUR Restaurant & Lounge

Lisa Vanderpump's SUR became world famous on "Vanderpump Rules," and fans still make the pilgrimage. Come for the weekend brunch on the patio and the cocktails. It's also a favorite stop for our own Brianna.

4. Gracias Madre

LA's leading vegan Mexican restaurant proves plant-based food can be indulgent. The patio on Melrose is one of the prettiest in the neighborhood and a well-known celebrity lunch spot. Gracias Madre is also one of the tasting partners on Brianna's Drag Food Experience.

5. Granville

Granville calls itself LA's favorite neighborhood spot, and the relaxed, come-as-you-are vibe makes it an easy lunch. It regularly turns up on local lists for celebrity sightings.

6. Urth Caffé Melrose

Casual, organic, and always buzzing, Urth's Melrose location is where stars grab a matcha and a salad between meetings. Stake out a patio table and people-watch.

Celebrity-spotting etiquette

• Enjoy the moment, then let them enjoy their lunch. A smile goes further than a photo.
• Weekday lunches are often better for sightings than weekend brunches.
• Keep your eyes peeled on Robertson Boulevard and Melrose Avenue between stops.

Hours, menus, and storefronts change often in LA. Check before you go.