Visiting the Getty Center is about more than just world-class art and sweeping city views. The experience often starts long before you pass through security, especially if you plan your morning right. For locals and travelers alike, finding a great cup of coffee or a satisfying breakfast nearby sets the tone for the entire day.
The neighborhood surrounding the Getty—including Brentwood, Westwood, and Bel Air—is home to a surprisingly diverse coffee scene. From artisan espresso bars to cozy brunch institutions, the area offers options for every kind of morning person. Whether you need a quick pastry to go or a leisurely sit-down meal, you have excellent choices within a short drive.
Because the Getty Center sits on a hilltop with limited dining options inside, eating beforehand is a smart strategy. You will avoid long lines, save money, and enjoy a more relaxed start to your cultural outing. The cafes on this list are selected for their quality, consistency, and proximity to the museum entrance.
This guide focuses on places that excel at both coffee and breakfast. You will find a mix of hidden neighborhood gems, health-conscious kitchens, and classic European-style cafes. Each recommendation balances flavor, atmosphere, and convenience for museum visitors.
We have also considered practical details like parking availability and morning hours. After all, the last thing you want before a day of art is a stressful search for food. These spots are easy to reach from the Getty Center drive or Sepulveda Boulevard.
Below, you will find the best cafes near the Getty Center for coffee and breakfast, followed by practical tips to make your morning seamless.
Garden Terrace Cafe
| Address | 1200 Getty Center Dr #100, Los Angeles, CA 90049 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Phone | (310) 440-7300 |
Expensive for grab-n-go but pretty good offering. Chickpea and greens wrap was quite good. Loved sitting under high ceilinged dining area.
Food is delicious. Staff is very friendly. Great place to hang out and have a good time.
Guys, people leaving bad reviews are so cheeky 😄
The museum is free, so of course the food costs a little more.
You kidding me? For a sandwich that costs 11 dollars, they decide to rip me off with the ham? Holy bejeezus these guys are complete scam artists.
If you are interested in unseasoned food for a premium, then come here!
Cafe at Getty Center
| Address | 1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Phone | (310) 440-7300 |
Decent variety. They offer tons of drinks and snacks along with pizza, pho, tacos, burgers, etc. Service can be slow especially on the pizza. Reason for the 3 stars is the extremely inflated prices. It was about $20 for a small pizza and $15 for a hot dog. Be ready for an expense for somewhat okay food. I would stick to fast food though.
My only gripe w The Getty is the food served here...you would think that for a state that has the largest Vietnamese population outside of Vietnam you would at least think the representative food served at the Getty would be at least decent, but it is not only bland but completely deprived of what pho really even is besides having noodles in a soup. The broth was completely wrong and the flavor was completely off. A big part of chicken pho is the broth!! Anyone who thinks this pho is acceptable has never had a good bowl of pho before and there are plenty of places in LA!
If this was my first time having pho, I would never try it again.
I find it so disrespectful and offensive to a culture when entities outside the culture misrepresent the food to others especially for a world renowned art gallery where people from across the world come together. I know the Getty isn't primarily a restaurant but because it's so far out there, many people choose to eat here. Please do better in your cultural offerings.
While I cannot speak on the other cultural offerings at the Getty, the American food was acceptable.
Hamburger taste like pre-made burgers but the toppings are delicious. The shrimp pilaf is awesome. The chowder was really good. Just added a little salt and pepper. Pretty happy overall
Awful. How could you screw up.a bahn mi? And for $20 it's mostly bread and stale bread at that.
We like the Mexican style rice bowl. We tried each bowl, from fish to chicken to tofu, everything tastes good. Price is reasonable with such wonderful view.
Restaurant at The Getty Center
| Address | 1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Phone | (310) 440-6810 |
Everything that we had here was delicious. It’s a small menu but the quality is better than the quantity of items. Staff all made us feel very welcome, very attentive and warm service. Beautiful dishes and fantastic desserts.
Wonderful day spent at the Getty with great views, amazing artworks, and good food. Perfect place on a beautiful day with lots of umbrella stations to grab whole exploring the grounds to keep you out of the sun.if you haven't been then go see what you've been missing out on before they close of renovations!
We have a fantastic lunch in the elegant and breathtaking spot at the Getty. We shared the gaspacho on a warm day which was the perfect way to start our lunch. My partner had the shrimp salad starter which was a large portion and great for lunch and I had the mary's chicken cobb which was really nice. They have a great wine by the glass selection and our waiter Siso was always there for whatever we needed and very helpful throughout the meal. We felt like we were dining in Tuscany more than Los Angeles. A truly memorable lunch!
Pricey $$$. $20 for cocktails, $27 eggs Benedict, $9 side potatoes, $13 glass of sparkling water. Eggs Benedict was good, the salad it came with tasted like actual dirt, potatoes were tasty, and the cocktail was not worth $20…..cocktail was not balanced with the flavors just overwhelming taste of whiskey.
Had lunch here before heading into the Getty Center, and it was a perfect choice. The restaurant has high ceilings and big windows all around, letting in tons of natural light and offering great views. 
The menu was straightforward but had enough variety to choose from.
• Getty Cobb Salad: Loved the addition of apple and blue cheese—it added a nice twist.
• Crispy Pork Belly Bun: Totally forgot to snap a photo, but my friend couldn’t stop raving about it. The pork belly was tender and moist.
• Pasta with Braised Short Ribs: The meat was tender and flavorful, and the pasta was perfectly al dente.
• Organic Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Thyme: This was the standout dish. The skin was crispy, and the meat was juicy and flavorful. It came with a vegetable shepherd’s pie that had sweet diced veggies under mashed potatoes and carrots—really tasty.
Service was friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better.
Overall, a great place to grab a relaxed lunch before exploring the museum.
The Cafe
| Address | Getty Villa, 17985 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Phone | (310) 440-7300 |
This is a lovely cafe for lunch and/or coffee. There staff is very friendly and helpful accommodating our requests for additional salad dressing. However it closes at 3pm, at which time you can no longer refill your fountain drinks. The view and the ambiance is absolutely amazing. The outdoor seating areas are well spaced out and shaded. The Villa Burger is a good balance of gruyere cheese, beef patty, Arugula, onion jam and brioche bun. Three garlic fries are perfectly seasoned with garlic and parsley. The Market Salad with apple, quinoa and chicken is generous and well dressed with shallot vinaigrette. The prices are definitely 10-20% higher but the ambiance is worth it.
Was very surprised at the quality of the food! We ordered burger and apple salad - both were flavorful and fresh. Staff are also super nice. Would recommend lunching here after completing exposition viewing in the morning.
The cafe was another of the highlights of the visit to the villa. We had the antipasto platter which was perfect as a snack after the visit. But all the food looked great. They offer free water from a container but also offer sodas, beer, and wine. It's an awesome setting and food was fast. Great place!
Food was delicious and out of what the group ordered, most bang for your buck would be the wrap. We noticed the salads were quite large as well
Our lunch was tasty and healthy! We ordered a salad (ricotta, pistachios and artichoke), a margherita pizza and a chicken wrap. Portions were alright, but could have been more generous with the cheese on the pizza and the chicken inside the wrap. Some might find the food to be light-flavoured, but it was alright for us.
Prices are alright, about the same as any other cafe in LA.
Garden Tea at the Getty Center
| Address | 1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Phone | (310) 440-6810 |
I went with my daughter, and everything was absolutely outstanding. The food was delicious, the service was marvelous, and we had such a lovely time enjoying afternoon tea at the Getty Villa. It was a truly special experience.
This is an elegant and exclusive way to enjoy your visit to the Getty Villa. Seating is reserved and limited to nine tables per day. When we visited, only seven tables were occupied. We were seated and served promptly and graciously. Our corner table had a wonderful view overlooking the museum and grounds. The food was traditional finger foods, well executed and delicious. A variety of teas were served. We highly recommend.
We had a wonderful time experience High Tea at the Getty on a beautiful Friday afternoon. The sandwiches and pastries are exceptional. And its a huge amount of food. We loved the scones and banana bread at the beginning and the egg and chicken sandwich were both incredible to name just a few. It's best to be hungry when you get there as there are so many items to try. The french dip sandwich and salmon on cucumber both also outstanding. And the chocolate cup with edible flowers and cherry treats at the end were just perfect. Also shout out to our server Sisu who made us feel like we were dining at the Ritz in London. The whole experience was incredible!
Cafe Belen
| Address | 11925 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Phone | (424) 293-0193 |
Omg! Amazing food and service. One of the best in the Westside. High end, restaurant level dishes. The brekkie sandwich and french toasts were heavenly and Mimosas are super fresh. Highly recommend it 11/10!
Overall decent food and ambience. Expected food to be slightly better for price. Great service. Atmosphere friendly informal homely. Good place to grab a quick bite once or twice if you are in the area.
Cafe Belen is neighborhood gem. The food is delicious and their presentation is artistic. The ingredients are fresh and the meals are creative.
The atmosphere is relaxed, with extra ambience at night. The owner and staff are super friendly. They all go above and beyond..
I highly recommend Cafe Belen. Excellent value for the portions and quality of food they serve.
Good location with free parking.
Try the breakfast potatoes with onion and bell pepper. They're so good. I order them at dinner too!
We love Café Belen. They have the best salads. They also have a full menu which is great, but we really go for the salads.
Their Chicken Quinoa Salad, which is grilled free range chicken, organic baby arugula, endives, red organic quinoa, avocado, cherry
tomatoes, red onions, and feta cheese all tossed with champagne vinaigrette is ever so great. We also get the Chopped Cobb Salad which has chopped hearths of romaine, avocado, bacon, hard boiled eggs, blue cheese, red onions, chopped tomatoes, and ranch dressing. I hate ranch dressing and they are very nice to give me the dressing I like.
The service there is great and the place is just beautiful. The prices are fair and they will take very good care of you.
Besides their salads try their burgers, they are great, especially their bacon cheese burger.
They even have a kid's menu and they are kid friendly. There is nothing not to love here.
Stopped by for brunch and had Belan’s Favorite from the menu, pancakes and sausage links. The sausage was super flavorful! The pancakes were a bit doughy for my taste, but the Eggs Benedict that my husband got was really good, and the side of lemonade made it extra refreshing.
Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, so it’s great for both small and large groups.
Way Home Coffee
| Address | 11049 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Phone | (310) 486-4682 |
Got the Houjicha Latte, Espresso Tonic and Spam Croissant. The Houjicha Latte was earthy and a great non coffee option, while the espresso Tonic had a bright coffee notes with a refreshing zesty tonic that makes for a wonderful pick me up in the afternoons. Spam croissant was warmed up and delicious. Overall great place for drinks and parking was readily available when I arrived!
We just stop by to get a coffee and this is amazing place and delicious drinks. Also they have some bakery so you can take a quick break or get your morning coffee. Feel free guys I recommend this place
Just like the cafe's name calls out, the ambiance gave that relaxing homey space. It suited solo visitor or 2-3 people group max per table and the place was pretty busy. Nonetheless, ordering process was speedy including getting the drinks ready.
Their favorites appeared to be their specialty einspanner drinks as well as the seasonal menu particularly the creamsicle. We had their Sweet Potato Einspanner and Creamsicle Latte, both of which came with cream top, but surprisingly still let the bold coffee flavor stood out despite being very creamy at the same time so you got the two great things in one go. If you preferred something less creamy you might wanna go with the latter, but bear in mind the orange flavor was tad strong.
I came here specifically for the strawberry matcha latte, and the matcha quality was really good. I just wish the cup size was a bit bigger. The service was very fast, which I really appreciated. The atmosphere is quite nice overall. I came hoping to get some work done, but the tables were a bit low and not very comfortable for writing. I’d definitely come back again, but more for a date than for working.
Amazing unique drinks!!! Esther and Jay really articulated well the craftsmanship of these drinks. I haven’t had anything I didn’t like. Obsessed is an understatement. Whipped honey plum tea was my favorite. Bought two on the same day. Thank you!
Bonsai Coffee Bar
| Address | 11573 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Phone | (424) 209-8395 |
This one is a winner! The banana cream coffee was 11/10! 😋 omg! It is seasonal so try to get over there before they change the menu. The other time I visited I had their Okinawa latte which was also lovely! There are lots of diff seating options and is a great place to work or study. It was poppin both times I visited but each time I was able to find space to read and work. You get a 2 hour WiFi code when you purchase. Not sure about outlets bc my laptop was charged. Street parking was free after 6pm which was nice! Will definitely be back 🫶🏽 OMG! Almost forgot about the caramel cornflake ube browniiieeee!!!! How freaking delicious 🤤
It's the best matcha in LA! I come to this coffee shop every day and I am more than grateful for this most amazing matcha! The other day I spilled my matcha latte and just when I thought my day won't get better they were so kind to offer me a new one! There isn't anything like its Okinawa matcha latte. I just can't say enough.
Large coffee shop with a cozy and lively vibe. Beautiful space, lots of people, and a good energy inside. It feels active but still comfortable to sit and relax. Matcha bad, tiramisu latte good. Nice place to spend time, work, or just enjoy a calm break during the day.
Rear parking. Loud.
Busy cafe, a student magnet. Hoodies and laptops everywhere. Fortunate to snag a table when we arrived, not everyone did. It was a weekday afternoon. I found it too busy. My partner liked the young vibe.
Good matcha.
WiFi - You ask the barista for a code. It appears on the tablet. Works for two hours, then you ask for another. Kinda clunky. FYI to use someone else’s code, you need to use their email too. Whoever logs in first with the code, use their email.
Parking - there is free garage parking nearby. Some spots are marked for Bonsai, others for different establishments. Some are marked for Bonsai AND/OR other shops. Signs are color coded (I think red = Bonsai.) Not a ton of spots are reserved for the coffee shop—check on levels one and two (underground).
I got there around noon and it was pretty busy, so I had to wait in line for about 10 minutes. I was able to find a seat at the large shared table, which was okay. They do have free Wi-Fi, and I came hoping to get some work done, but it was a bit too crowded and lively to really focus. I tried the strawberry matcha latte, it was slightly bitter for my taste, but that’s probably because I prefer sweeter drinks.
The Shack in the Back
| Address | 662 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: Closed |
| Phone | (310) 440-5546 |
Located next to, and attached to the "76" gas station's driveway, "THE SHACK IN THE BACK" is not really a shack. It's a uniquely styled, small, contemporary coffee shop that produces really good drinks, sandwiches and salads, for which you pay a premium price.
The eatery is split in two by refrigerated display cases. The wheelchair accessible, customer side is tight. A half dozen strangers will soon became close friends. The open kitchen side is much larger.
Many refrigerator cases, which span the customer's side wall, are stocked with the usual drinks and a few high end specialty flavors. The selection of candies and treats, on the opposite wall, would make Whole Foods blush. Outside, a few wheelchair accessible tables hug the edge of the gas station's driveway. There is no inside seating.
The wheelchair accessible restrooms, located North, across the concrete pad, are part of the "76" service station. This is an upscale neighborhood, so gasoline is priced accordingly. The limited no charge parking has a single wheelchair accessible space that is located next to the bathrooms.
I had the Torta Chingona
Delicious torta with stacked meats and cheese
Gave this place a third chance and was disappointed yet again. The burger and bacon were undercooked, and that burger plus a drink came out to nearly $30. Food is underwhelming in both taste and portion size for the price. Also noticed an unmarked step where someone almost fell, which feels unsafe. Unfortunately, not worth it.
nice staff but shockingly expensive. i always vow to never come back but....its convenient. highway robbery here
Stumbled upon this place getting gas on the way out of Los Angeles. Wide variety of snacks and drinks for grab and go. Also a nice menu to chose from. I got a bean and cheese burrito and it was delicious. There did appear to be only one person working so if there’s a longer line expect more of a wait. Great place to grab a sandwich or burrito when on the go. If I lived closer I could see this being “my spot”.
Grove Coffee Cart
| Address | 1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
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Avoid this place. I’m ok with $20 turkey sandwich that usually costs $2 but they don’t offer warm it up plus they charge tips. Go to the restaurant on the other side of the entrance building instead. They have warm food with same price and don’t charge tips.
I haven’t even got my coffee yet, but one of the thrown a quick review because the employees were super nice and considerate. Another customer accidentally took my drink and they quickly made me a new one and even remembered my order. I really appreciate service like this, especially as small coffee carts where it can be extra difficult to prioritize service thank you so much appreciate it
Bad service with bad matters.
The girl with blond hair pick and choose who she wants to serve. And it’s racial profiling.
I saw her ignoring this Hispanic lady for a good ten mins and I asked what’s going on and it was my turn and she ignored me as well. Then a different skin color came and she right away cut me off and take their order
The staff attitude was terrible and the service was awful. I don’t feel like giving a star, but the experience was very disappointing.
Came to the Getty a bit hungry so decided to give this a try. The breakfast burritos were unexpectedly cheap. They were out of the chorizo but the veggie one was amazing! Iced mocha was also very well done
Tips for a Great Breakfast Before the Getty Center
To make the most of your morning, a little planning goes a long way. The Getty Center is a popular destination, and the surrounding neighborhoods can get busy during rush hour. These tips will help you avoid common pitfalls and enjoy a better start to your visit.
Arrive early or beat the brunch rush. Most cafes near the Getty get crowded between 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM on weekends. If you want a table without a wait, aim to arrive before 9:00 AM. Weekdays are generally quieter, especially in Brentwood.
Check parking before you commit. Some cafes offer small private lots, while others rely on street parking or metered spots. A few spots on San Vicente Boulevard have limited free parking for 30 minutes. Always check the cafe’s parking situation online or call ahead if you are driving.
Order takeout for a picnic-style breakfast. The Getty Center has beautiful outdoor seating areas and gardens. While outside food is not allowed inside the galleries, you can enjoy a coffee and pastry at the tram plaza or in designated outdoor spaces. This saves time and lets you soak in the views.
Ask about dairy alternatives and dietary options. Most specialty cafes in this area offer oat, almond, and soy milk. Many also have gluten-free pastries, vegan breakfast burritos, or egg-white options. Do not hesitate to ask the barista for recommendations.
Factor in the Getty’s security line. Even with a reservation, you may wait 10 to 20 minutes to board the tram or pass through security on busy mornings. Eat before you arrive, or give yourself a buffer. A rushed breakfast is not worth missing your timed entry slot.
Use a navigation app with live traffic. Sepulveda Boulevard and the 405 freeway can back up quickly, even on weekends. Check traffic before choosing a cafe. Sometimes a spot two miles away is faster to reach than one directly at the bottom of the hill.
Planning your morning around a good cafe transforms a museum visit into a full sensory experience. The right coffee and breakfast give you energy for the long galleries and hillside gardens without feeling rushed or overpriced.
Whether you choose a quick espresso and croissant or a full avocado toast brunch, these cafes deliver quality that matches the artistry you are about to see. Enjoy the calm before the crowds, savor your meal, and then head up the hill ready to explore.
