If you're an east sider, or making the long distant drive from the west side, these burritos are the ones to try. From Echo Park, Pasadena, DTLA, East LA, Atwater Village, and more.
Welcome to our definitive ranking of the 5 best breakfast burritos on the east side of Los Angeles. Every burrito on this list has been personally tested and tasted on-site for maximum freshness and accuracy. From Pasadena to Echo Park, the east side has quietly become the epicenter of LA's breakfast burrito renaissance, housing not just some of the city's best options, but including what we consider the single greatest breakfast burrito in all of Los Angeles. Here are the spots that have earned their place at the top.
What's inside: Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Cheese, Hot Sauce, Flour Tortilla, Chipotle Aioli, Potatoes Pavé
This unassuming Pasadena spot doesn't just claim the top spot on the east side, it's officially the best breakfast burrito in all of Los Angeles (according to us). BBAD keeps things simple with only four options, but their "Basic Bae-con" is perfection. The secret weapon? Their signature potatoes pavé: paper-thin potato layers pressed, baked, and crisped to buttery excellence that elevates perfectly scrambled eggs and crispy bacon into something transcendent.
The generously sized burrito will definitely fill you up. The chipotle aioli can be heavy-handed (ask for it on the side), but the hot sauce and green salsa are excellent. BBAD proves that mastering one thing beats trying to please everyone, and they've mastered the city's finest breakfast burrito.
What's inside: Scrambled Eggs, Tater Tots, Cheese, Avocado, Toasted Tortilla, Steak, Hot Sauce Side, Crema Side
It's impossible to make an east side list without mentioning the original king. Wake and Late built its reputation on a stellar bacon breakfast burrito that combines crisp strips of bacon, crunchy tater tots, fluffy eggs, and fresh avocado in a warm flour tortilla. The flavors remain as impressive as ever, with each component working together seamlessly.
However, this former champion has been dethroned by newer contenders who've raised the bar. Adding insult to injury, Wake and Late has also succumbed to massive shrinkflation over the years. While it remains one of the tastiest breakfast burritos in town, the price continues to climb as the size continues to shrink, making the loss of its crown sting even more.
What's inside: Scrambled Eggs, Chorizo, Cheese, Salsa Side, Untoasted Tortilla, Roasted Potatoes, Refried Beans
While most places treat the tortilla as an afterthought, La Azteca makes it the main event. Watch through the window as skilled hands roll and press fresh masa into tortillas throughout the morning, creating something genuinely special. These aren't your typical flour wraps; they are hand crafted, lard-infused tortillas with a flaky, substantial texture that elevates every bite.
The chorizo burrito with cheese and potatoes showcases these exceptional tortillas perfectly. The spicy chorizo and creamy potatoes shine, but it's that incredible handmade wrapper that sets this apart from every other breakfast burrito in the city. Fair warning: expect a 20 to 30-minute wait, but witnessing the tortilla-making process makes the time fly, and that first bite proves every minute was worthwhile.
What's inside: Cheese, Onions, Toasted Tortilla, Roasted Potatoes, Fried Eggs, Pork Shoulder, Cilantro, Smoked Chili
This Echo Park gem elevates the breakfast burrito concept with sophisticated touches that never feel pretentious. The star move here is using fried eggs instead of scrambled, creating rich, runny yolk pockets that add luxurious creaminess throughout. The slow-cooked pork shoulder melts in your mouth, delivering serious flavor depth that most breakfast spots can't match.
What sets Doubting Thomas apart is the careful attention to balance. Every component gets its moment to shine without overwhelming the others, resulting in a burrito that feels both hearty and refined. It's proof that breakfast burritos can be elevated without losing their soul, making this a standout choice for those seeking something a little more special than the usual morning grab.
What's inside: Bacon, Sausage, Cheese, Toasted Tortilla, Salsa Side, Hashbrowns, Ham, Over Easy Eggs
This USC institution harbors a secret weapon known as "The 78," an off-menu tribute to a former Trojan football player who made this massive burrito his go-to fuel. Packed with eggs, hash browns, cheese, avocado, bacon, sausage, and ham, it's an exercise in breakfast excess that somehow works (especially for hangovers).
The concept is brilliant, but execution holds it back from greatness. Those hash browns have a tendency to migrate south, creating an uneven distribution that leaves some bites potato-heavy while others lack that crucial crunch. The salsa disappoints too, offering little of the bright acidity needed to cut through all that richness. Despite these shortcomings, there's something irresistible about The 78. It's a flawed masterpiece that captures the spirit of indulgent college eating while hinting at what could be with just a few tweaks.
Other great breakfast burritos on the east side:
Egg Tuck: This Korean chain brings their signature soft-scrambled egg expertise to Echo Park's burrito scene (with plenty of other locations, too). The Original Eggcellent with bacon and avocado showcases impossibly creamy, custard-like eggs, while the Royal Burrito features their distinctive Korean sausage patty that adds sweet, savory complexity you won't find elsewhere. It's an unexpected fusion that works, proving sometimes the best innovations come from applying one cuisine's techniques to another's format. 2213 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Tacos Villa Corona: Tacos Villa Corona - Simple and Smart
This Atwater staple strips breakfast burritos down to their essentials: fluffy potatoes, melted cheese, and your choice of protein wrapped tight. The portions are on the smaller side, but the rock-bottom prices make ordering a pair both affordable and advisable. It's not trying to reinvent anything, just execute the basics well at a price that lets you indulge without breaking the bank. Sometimes the best strategy is keeping things simple and cheap. 3185 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039
Lucky Boy - The Customizable Classic
No east side breakfast burrito list would be complete without mentioning Lucky Boy, the Pasadena burger legend that's been feeding locals since 1961. Their breakfast burrito philosophy is refreshingly accommodating: pick almost anything from their extensive menu and they'll wrap it up for you. The result is a hefty, no-nonsense burrito loaded with melted cheddar and a solid balance of eggs and sausage. They wisely opt for hash browns over regular potatoes, though they could use more crispness. It's classic American diner comfort food in burrito form, satisfying and filling without any pretense.
