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Welcome To Hugo’s
At Hugo's, nestled in the heart of West Hollywood, breakfast and brunch transcend the ordinary. Established in the vibrant community since the 1980s, this LGBTQ-owned gem is celebrated for its inclusive menu, featuring an array of options that delight both vegetarians and omnivores. The cozy, inviting atmosphere complements the high-quality, beautifully presented dishes that keep customers returning. The friendly staff adds to the experience, ensuring each visit feels personal. With accessible seating and a commitment to sustainability, including compostable containers, Hugo's truly caters to all—making it a staple for anyone seeking a feel-good dining experience.
Taste the best
Discover Our Menu
Pasta Mama
Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Breakfast Sandwich
Breakfast Salad
Energy Granola Cereal
Steel Cut Oatmeal
Fresh Fruit Salad
Eggs Any Style with Turkey or Veggie Patty
Eggs any Style with Flat Iron Steak 8oz
About
Hugo’s
Welcome to the vibrant world of Hugo’s, a beloved breakfast and brunch destination nestled in West Hollywood, California. Established in the 1980s, Hugo’s has become a culinary staple, offering an extensive menu that caters to all preferences, from hearty omnivore meals to delightful vegan dishes.
Located at 8401 Santa Monica Blvd, this LGBTQ-owned establishment prides itself on being both welcoming and accessible. With amenities such as wheelchair access, ample parking, and gender-neutral restrooms, Hugo’s ensures that everyone can enjoy a delicious dining experience. Whether you prefer to dine indoors or bask in the warmth of their outdoor seating, the inviting atmosphere is perfectly complemented by cheerful waitstaff.
One taste of their food, and it's easy to see why customers rave about the experience:
- Massive Menu: Hugo’s menu is a culinary treasure trove, with options that cater to vegans, vegetarians, and meat-lovers alike. Diners have praised dishes like their pesto sandwich and homemade pasta, both noted for their high-quality ingredients and thoughtful presentation.
- Family-Friendly Vibe: Families and groups alike will appreciate the bustling yet relaxed atmosphere. It’s a place where kids can be kids, and adults can savor dishes without a hint of pretense.
- Exceptional Service: Patrons consistently highlight the friendly and efficient service. The staff seems genuinely invested in providing a cheerful dining experience, enhancing the already delightful food.
- Happy Hour & Catering: For those looking to unwind after a long day, the happy hour specials are worth exploring. Furthermore, with catering options available, Hugo’s can make your next event deliciously memorable.
But it’s not just about the food and service; it’s also the feel-good atmosphere that keeps customers coming back. As one happy diner put it, dining at Hugo’s feels like an inviting breath of fresh air—a place to relax and escape the hustle of city life.
With enticing dishes, warm service, and a welcoming vibe, it's no surprise that Hugo's has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. So why not stop by with friends or family to explore their menu? Your taste buds will thank you!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ The food here is absolutely delicious! I'm a huge fan of their pasta, but I have tried their salad and other things as well. Service is very friendly and hard-working. Our food was ready quickly. We have died in as well as taken to go in both has been great. High-quality ingredients, beautifully presented at a decent price. Worth checking out. ”
“ I had a great meal today with my wife and daughter...I had lunch, they had breakfast. Our waitress had a great personality and was quite cheerful and spunky. This really adds to the experience. My meal was very good and the portion was perfect size: a pesto sandwich with fries. I enjoyed it greatly! The coffee was also really good and much bett than Starbucks. The only thing I didn't love was being outside: it was NOISY--between babies screaming and the person behind me coughing... It would have been difficult for the restaurant to do anything about it! Overall, I recommend this restaurant! ”
“ How have I been sleeping on this place for so long? 1. Any time there's parking, they get a bonus star in my book. 2. The menu is massive. There's truly something for everyone. It's very rare to find restaurants that will cater to vegans and vegetarians, but also offer regular options for those without restrictions. There were so many options for everyone in my party. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. The waitstaff is very friendly. The food is good. We are already planning on coming back to try more from this extensive menu! ”
“ After the month we have had, we are all experiencing some PTSD in Los Angeles. Having stayed inside for the past couple of weekends, shell-shocked, we had some social obligations that forced us back out into society. Where did we want to go to get that feel-good-everything-is-going-to-be-OK vibe? Hugo's. I don't know why anyone rates this less than 5 stars, honestly. I love everything about it: location (on a busy corner in Hollywood), longevity (yeah, it's OG vintage 1980), the bright, cozy, warm, fresh interior, the incredible menu (especially for a vegetarian like me), and the quality and uniqueness of every dish. I think my photos will speak for themselves. The service was top notch and friendly, the music atmosphere was somehow upbeat and calming at the same time, everything was spotless and it was the kind of place where you can let yourself breathe and relax. Believe me, we all need that. We will be back often. Oh, and, it is super family friendly. Bring the kiddoes. ”
“ So ten years ago I came here for brunch and wasn't impressed. The food was lackluster at the time. Flash forward to today, I'm walking distance to this place and go here at least once a week. The brunch is great. The dinner and happy hour is fantastic. It's literally my favorite spot to dine in. I took my mom and stepdad here the other night and the food is 10/10. No wonder it's been a WEHO staple since the 80's! Food and staff deserve 5 stars. Bravo! ”
“ Came here for breakfast at 8am on Tuesday, everything was excellent. Seasonal pumpkin pancakes and mint Lavendar tea were a great starter for the Flex Hash was super good. Didn't get the servers name but he was great. Nice atmosphere as well, only a few other tables so early in the day and week. ”
“ This used to be a go-to spot of mine, but it's been a while since I've been...now I'm glad I returned! They still serve the Pasta Mama for brunch...thank goodness...and the Maple Old Fashioned was delish! Service was fabulous....shout out to Sophie Z for taking such good care of us...what a gem!! And they've actually expanded the dining area, so more room, less waiting! I'll be back!!!! ”
“ Woo happy hour. For us poor people who eat dinner early. Gonna work my way down the menu. Hugo's has a bunch of vegan gluten free foofoo stuff because it's in WeHo naturally so lots of soy and estrogen flying around here. Not a fan of nachos so I tried the vegan pakoras. Also not a fan of turkey either, it's the grossest meat to me, so skipped the chili and got chicken strips since that's the only other real meat option, with honey mustard. Pakora: tastes healthy and unhealthy at once but nice and crispy. Not much spice or flavor so use the sauce. Chicken strips: also crispy with plenty of chicken and doesn't have the odd gluten free flavor. Comes with fries. This is a full meal. Good ambiance, sat outside at the back corner so got the most people watching in with the least interaction and noise. Perfect. Service was good and we talked dog stuff so extra business points for that. Next time maybe someone will arrive on time to join me for happy hour. Mhm. ”
“ I don't know how this was the first time I've been to this establishment. I'm not sure if they're affiliated with the studio city location. Anyway, it was a great experience. Stopped off on a Sunday which happened to be Mother's Day as well. It was crazy busy as it was early which was nice. Also, they also had happy hour going on during the weekend. The drinks and appetizers specials were nice. And price wise was quite reasonable. The drink special were great and quite worth it. Both the old fashion and mojitos were great. Service was excellent, the gentleman that took care of us was quite friendly and very attentive. Checking up to make sure if everything was great and if we ever needed anything. The springs rolls was bad which the peanut sauce. As well as the pasta, forgot the name but it was great. The flavor was excellent as well as the salmon picatta. The flavors from the capers were excellent and I believe the pasta is made on site. Food was great, service was great and will definitely be back. Happy hour menu was quite nice as well. ”
