When Brunch Meets Boutique Wine: Glassell Park’s Hidden Culinary Gem Raises the Bar
Wife and the Somm, already beloved in LA’s food and wine circles, has unveiled its most elegant addition yet: a decadent, daylight-drenched Sunday Brunch in Glassell Park. For those who crave refinement in every bite, this is no ordinary brunch—it’s a celebration of California’s seasonal bounty, rare wines by the glass, and a chef-driven menu that turns every Sunday into a gourmet ritual.
This new brunch experience invites discerning diners—from Los Angeles to Aspen, Berlin to Manhattan—to gather in a relaxed yet elevated setting that’s equal parts neighborhood charm and Michelin whisper. With its refined comfort dishes, Coravin-accessed premium wines, and a culinary team led by Chef Frank Ryan Saporito, Wife and the Somm is redefining Sunday indulgence.
A Local Favorite Turns Daylight Luxe
Tucked away in Glassell Park, one of LA’s most quietly creative neighborhoods, Wife and the Somm is known for its warm hospitality and sharply curated food and wine experiences. The new Sunday Brunch at Wife and the Somm is a natural extension of that ethos.
“Sunday Brunch was always part of the dream,”
Christy Lucchese
co-owner, the “Wife” in the restaurant’s name.
“There’s something magical about slowing down over really beautiful food in the sunshine.”
Chef Frank Ryan Saporito’s new brunch menu is a thoughtful tapestry of refined comfort food, woven with local, seasonal ingredients. It’s a clear evolution of the restaurant’s dinner offerings—sophisticated, soulful, and unmistakably Californian.
Brunch Menu Highlights: Comfort, Craft, and Caviar
The menu begins with “From the Bakery” delights like warm Clark Street Bakery country loaf and rotating housemade biscuits. From there, it journeys into luxe territory with “From the Pasture” and “Toasts” categories that elevate the usual suspects into gourmet statements.
Among the standouts:
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Eggs with Caviar: Crowned with eight grams of N25 Royal Ossetra.
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Steak and Eggs: Featuring Wagyu flank steak and chimichurri.
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Bone Marrow Toast: A decadent combo of pickled shallots, lemon zest, and house chimichurri.
And for the sweet brunch lover? The French Toast, made with Pullman-style challah, seasonal jam, and whipped butter, is nostalgia done right.
This is brunch for those who collect Michelin guides and vintage Bordeaux.
The Wines: Rare Pours Meet Coravin Luxury
What makes Wife and the Somm’s brunch particularly distinctive is its Coravin Wine Program—a rarity at brunch service anywhere, let alone in Los Angeles. Guests can access premium wines by the glass, carefully curated by sommelier Chris Lucchese.
“Being able to serve rare wines without opening the bottle entirely gives our guests a chance to explore something truly special—without committing to a full bottle,” Chris explains.
Signature sips include:
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Primo Spritz: Treveri sparkling wine with Aperitivo di Vino.
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Classic Mimosa: Made with ultra-fresh Perricone Farms orange juice.
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Full Wine List & Retail Program: Guests can enjoy any wine in-house or take it home at retail price.
This unique offering allows guests to take the Wife and the Somm experience with them—a smart pivot that aligns with LA’s growing at-home entertaining scene.
Beyond Brunch: A Whole Experience Awaits
Though Sunday Brunch is the latest buzz, Wife and the Somm has long been an insider’s destination. From their Somm Table wine tastings to three- and five-course tasting menus, the restaurant offers a continuous evolution of the wine-paired culinary experience.
Their commitment to low-intervention wines and small producers from around the world also makes it a must-visit for oenophiles who seek rarity, integrity, and deep flavor.
This latest brunch addition feels like the final gemstone in the crown—one that was always meant to shine in daylight.
Who’s This For?
This is brunch for the sophisticated palate: a quiet luxury brunch in Los Angeles that feels more Aspen than Abbot Kinney. It’s perfect for:
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Couples seeking a sunlit, indulgent date.
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Foodies who know the difference between brunch and Brunch.
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Solo diners ready to pair a biscuit with a $45 glass of aged Burgundy.
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Stylish groups looking for their new Sunday tradition.
Whether you’re coming from Silver Lake or San Francisco, you’ll find the hospitality here warm, the flavors nuanced, and the wine unforgettable.
Visit Wife and the Somm
Sunday Brunch is now served every Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Dinner Hours:
Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday Dinner: 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
For more information or reservations:
323.739.0058
www.WifeandtheSomm.com
Come Hungry. Leave with a Bottle. Return with Friends.
Wife and the Somm’s new Sunday Brunch isn’t just a meal—it’s a mood. Whether you’re toasting with Ossetra caviar or lingering over a lemon olive oil cake, every detail is designed to slow you down and elevate your day. Reserve your table now—and bring your appetite for flavor, sunlight, and stories worth sharing.
