"Brunch at this loungey Mediterranean spot feels like we’re at some kind of all-inclusive resort. And while you won’t have to deal with the sound of screaming children at the pool at this Atwater Village restaurant, you can still enjoy the sunny weather with their cabana seating and great outdoor bar. The food here also happens to be quite tasty with an Eastern Mediterranean and North African menu that showcases flavors like bright citrus, fresh herbs, sumac, and sweet dates. Their shakshuka in particular stands out with its flavorful tomato sauce. The dish’s base has the sweetness of roasted bell pepper, plus some heat and tang from some aleppo pepper. The yogurt topping definitely comes in handy when the aleppo’s spice sneaks up on us, and we like the choice of charred sourdough on the side for dipping." - sylvio martins