Chez Melange – As surprising as it may seem, you can indeed get a wonderful brunch at the South Bay’s most famous restaurant for less than fifteen dollars per person. The kitchen puts the same care and creativity in this meal as they do at dinner – the menu changes not just seasonally but weekly, and includes eclectic ideas from around the globe. They boast that their cuisine is local, simple, rustic, and seasonal, and though some may quibble about the simple part given the more exotic items on offer, there’s no question about the rest. Chez Melange’s brunch is a gift to this community, a chance to enjoy high style at a modest price.
Chez Melange: 1611 S. Catalina Ave., RB. (310) 540-1222. www.chezmelange.com
Runner-up: Martha’s 22nd St. Grill: 25-22nd St., HB. (310) 379-7187.
