The Zagat Survey once remarked that "breakfast at Hugo's is better than breakfast at Tiffany's," and it seems that a number of Hollywood stars agree.

Comic Jerry Seinfeld is a regular at Hugo's. Denzel Washington, Keanu Reeves, Julia Roberts, Hayden Christensen, Kim Basinger, Jane Fonda, Bette Midler, media mogul Ted Turner, guitarist Eric Clapton, actress Winona Ryder and glam-rocker David Bowie have all been spotted dining at this modest westside restaurant.

It pays to get up early if you want to go star-gazing at Hugo's.

Located along Santa Monica Blvd. in West Hollywood (the cultural center of gay life in L.A.), this casual, little place has become a major "power breakfast" spot for those in the Biz.

The pumpkin pancakes get particular raves from regulars like Lyle Lovett, as does the "Papa" pasta. According to columnist Melina Gerosa, a restaurant employee says that when Lyle and Julia Roberts were married, they used to come here regularly, bring along a candle for the table, and constantly kiss throughout the meal.

Word has it that a big gay crowd turns out on weekends, but that most of the celebs show up on weekdays. Hugo's opens at 7:30 AM for what may be the best breakfast in town (at reasonable prices) - Tuesday mornings are the best for star-gazing. But the show biz crowd also shows up at lunch time for Hugo's pasta.

The price is right. A meal here is likely to set you back less than $20.

Getting there: from Rodeo Drive, take Santa Monica Boulevard northeast (about two miles) to King Road (four blocks past La Cienega). Hugo's will be on your left (north) side.