We set our alarm for 6:15am.

We needed to adjust our Sunday in order to accommodate a 10am NFL kick off.

Getting out early is a dream…no traffic or people. A perfect world.

On my Brunch Bucket List were two new offerings in Venice, Gjusta and Dudley Market.

It took a mere 10 minutes to arrive at Gjusta, the newish marketplace and bakery from Gjelina owner Fran Camaj and chef-owner Travis Lett.

Gjusta was just named one of the top restaurants in the U.S. by Bon Appetit Magazine.

The ambiance inside the 5,000 square foot warehouse is fabulous. Everything is placed just so. The food and decor shine.

Gjusta was empty as it had just opened. Mike was our food guru. His suggestions were marvelous and he was very informative and accommodating.

We made our way to the charming patio in the back.

The only drawback is that dogs are not permitted on the patio.

We started with delicious cappuccinos ($4.36).

The freshly baked scones were stuffed with cherries that had been soaking for ages. The edges were crispy and the middle fluffy, flavorful and a delicious compliment to the capo ($4).

We then sampled the smoked salmon mini toast on black bread with a sweet schmear of cream cheese, accented with dill ($5).

There are so many enticing options including granola, egg dishes, sandwiches, an assortment of croissants, pastries, soups, breads, sandwiches, rotisserie plates, pies and smoked fish.

Gjusta is working on a liquor license which will round out the lunch and dinner selections.

We purchased a fabulous loaf of seeded rye sourdough to take home. 5 days later it was still delicious ($8).

Gjusta is a piece of paradise amongst a depressing backdrop of a homeless encampment on Third Street between Sunset and Rose, renamed Skid Rose.

We then cruised over to Dudley Market just a few minutes away,

The recently opened restaurant is situated on a narrow alleyway adjacent to the funky Venice Boardwalk.

Parking is a challenge. It just seems crazy to spend $20 to park. The beach is right there, but you have to be a tourist or enjoy an alternative lifestyle to want to spend the day on Venice Beach.

We were able to find a spot on Main Street and it was a nice 10 minute stroll on an empty Boardwalk to arrive at Dudley Market, a hip retail shop & eatery for gourmet, grab & go snacks as well as prepared meals in a setting with room for 20.

Dudley Market is chef and owner Jesse Barber’s dream come to fruition. Barber left Barnyard Restaurant, located in Venice,  in March.

As with Gjusta, the decor is attractive and french influenced. There are all types of cooking items and knick knacks for sale.

We dove into our second breakfast. The coffee was strong and flavorful.

We chose the salmon rillette which was presented beautifully. It was a large chuck of salmon on lovely country bread with Italian parsley and juicy pomegranates ($8).

We also selected the omelette with fried crab accompanied by an arugula and tomato side salad. The omelette was creamy and tres French. The crab, marinated in beer, was amazing…crispy, light and flavorful.

Our server, Tommy, was an endearing chap and an accomplished independent film maker.

Tommy deserves a shoutout for asking if we wanted our selections staged. It seems that small plates are all the rage and servers just bring everything at once…I am not on a buffet line. Staging is important.

Also, I need to mention that the breakfast music was as good as the food. I love great coffee with Amy Winehouse.

Satiated beyond belief we strolled along the beach back to the car.

Gjusta and Dudley Market are both enticing samplings of delicious, engaging new breakfast restaurants.

The morning was perfection until I arrived home and watched the NY Giants…a highly unappetizing experience.

Gjusta 320 Sunset Avenue Venice, California. Open 7a,-9pm daily. Street parking as well as a small parking lot.

Dudley Market 9 Dudley Avenue Venice, California. Hours are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., with breakfast and lunch served until 2 p.m. and dinner served from 5 to 10 p.m. On Saturdays and Sundays. the brunch menu is served from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reservations on OpenTable. Limited street parking. Lots available. Parking $20.