Loupiotte Kitchen

Picture the quintessential French cafe and you’ll likely conjure something very close to Loupiotte Kitchen. This Los Feliz gem embodies everything you’d expect from a Parisian-style neighborhood spot: wicker chairs spilling onto the sidewalk, an espresso machine hissing away in the back, and an atmosphere that invites you to linger for hours with a good book or even better company.

The real magic happens at breakfast, served until a very civilized 3pm. The house-baked pastries are buttery perfection, but the creamy parmesan polenta topped with mushrooms and a fried egg is the kind of dish that makes you wonder why more places don’t serve breakfast grains. The French toast—brightened with strawberries, orange zest, and basil—walks the line between sweet and savory beautifully. Even if you typically shy away from sugary morning meals, this one might convert you.

Come evening, Loupiotte transforms into a relaxed dinner destination. The salmon is the standout here, cooked to a perfect medium-rare with skin so crispy it practically crackles. Pair it with the ricotta-stuffed zucchini blossoms and a glass from their thoughtfully curated all-French wine list, and you’ve got yourself an ideal casual weeknight meal. The dinner menu won’t necessarily blow your mind, but that’s not really the point.

This is the kind of neighborhood anchor that every block deserves—a reliable, comfortable spot that’s equally suited for catching up with old friends, powering through some reading, or simply watching the Los Feliz world go by with a glass of Beaujolais in hand.