Paul Mark Morris
Google
Leora is a hidden masterstroke tucked inside the United Talent Agency building in Beverly Hills but feels far more intimate than a corporate café. From the moment you slip through the lobby, it’s clear you’ve found something special—half neighborhood secret, half creative’s lunch haven.
Owners Leor and Laura Klein, known for their acclaimed KleinKitchen private chef venture, have created a place that merges comfort food with chef-level execution. Everything is homemade, vibrant, and impossibly fresh. Breakfast is a standout, with the Leora Breakfast Burrito leading the charge—soft scrambled eggs, bacon, avocado, and cheese wrapped in a perfectly toasted tortilla. The “Alyssa” version adds merguez sausage and herbs for a rich, flavorful twist.
At lunch, the tuna melt has achieved near-legendary status, crisp and buttery on the outside, gooey and tangy within. The chicken sandwich, either pesto or al pastor style, is another winner, and the grain bowls and Greek salad are colorful, wholesome, and deeply satisfying. Even their frozen coffees and smoothies taste crafted rather than blended on autopilot.
Leora attracts an eclectic crowd. One table might host a local Beverly Hills regular, another a film star or agent escaping for an hour. Everyone feels equally welcome. This is the rare place where high-end taste meets low-key charm. Five stars without hesitation.