Cat Café, Farm-to-Table Brunch, and Melrose’s Iconic Flea Market
It’s hard to think of a better way to spend a Sunday morning. You’ll start with brunch at Blu Jam. Down the street is Crumbs & Whiskers, a cat café where you can sip coffee and play with kittens that have been rescued from euthanasia. End the afternoon with a trip to the Melrose Trading Post to discover vintage and handcrafted goods from local merchants.
1. / Sit down for brunch at Blu Jam Café
📍 7371 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
At Blu Jam Café, there are no freezers. You’ll find only fresh food with high quality ingredients. We’re talking eggs Benedict that’ll make your shoulders slump and French toast that’s extra crunchy.
💡 Know before you go
- Crowds here get big – add your name to the Yelp waitlist to skip the lines.
- Seriously, try that French toast.
2. / Drink coffee and play with kittens at Crumbs & Whiskers
📍 7924 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Crumbs & Whiskers partners with rescues who save homeless cats and kittens at risk of euthanasia in high kill shelters, and house them in their cafes. Guests can reserve a time to come in, drink coffee, and play with the cats for 30-70 minutes.
💡 Know before you go
- All of the cats are available for adoption.
- Each person needs a ticket, which you can get on their website.
3. / Explore vintage goods at the Melrose Trading Post
📍 7850 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Every Sunday, the Melrose Trading Post offers a continuously evolving experience, including a curated selection of handcrafted artisan goods, eclectic arts and craft, vintage fashion, antique furniture and countless one-of-a-kind treasures. The popular weekly market also features local performers including music, dance, theater and spoken word to raise funding for Fairfax High School’s arts programming.
💡 Know before you go
- Open every Sunday at Fairfax High School from 9AM to 5PM.
- Admission is $7 – you can get your entry online ahead of time