Dune brings Middle Eastern brunch to Atwater Village

Dune sits on Glendale Blvd in Atwater Village and has built a steady following around the kind of food that makes you slow down: shakshuka, falafel, hummus, grain bowls loaded with seasonal vegetables, and lavash flatbread that earns its place on the table. The 4.6 rating across over 800 reviews tells you this is not a new discovery for the neighborhood.

Weekend brunch is when the place really finds its rhythm. The shakshuka is the signature, and the soft-boiled egg dishes and morning drinks give you enough reason to show up before noon. Weekday lunch runs quieter, which has its own appeal if you want a seat without the wait.

The food leans Middle Eastern-inspired without being rigid about it. Grain bowls change with the season, and the vegetable sides are worth paying attention to. Prices are moderate, portions are honest, and the atmosphere stays relaxed without trying too hard. If you live in Atwater Village and have not made it here yet, it belongs on your regular list.