Brunchin' in Brooklyn: The Ultimate Guide
Ever since day drinking became socially acceptable, I have fully embraced it. What’s better than sleeping in late on a Saturday afternoon? Eggs at 2pm, that’s what. Hungover on the Lord’s day? Recuperate with bottomless mimosas. Here’s a collection of my favorite (and, in my opinion, the best) brunch spots in Brooklyn, organized by neighborhood.
Salud Bar & Grill
Three hit wonder
Salud serves up gourmet Dominican food being one of the very few restaurant of its kind in Brooklyn. The atmosphere is lively and set in an industrial style space, where all the fixtures you see were repurposed from salvaged goods. The delicious menu features classic Dominican dishes with a modern twist. They also won “Bushwick’s Best Wings of 2018” by Bushwick Daily. Check them out during the warmer months where they have live spanish music on the outdoor deck.
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Drink: Red sangria or bottomless mimosas
Food: Tres golpes (aka three hit wonder), yuca fries, chimi sliders, salud wings
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 11am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Shrimp & grits
Sweet Anaelle
A new Latin bistro steps from the Myrtle/Broadway JMZ stop, their outdoor patio is a must on warm days.
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Shrimp ceviche
Yuca fries
Crispy chicken sandwich
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 12pm-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Eggs merguez
Mominette
This romantic bistro serves up delicious French fare in a lowkey, chill atmosphere. Be sure to check out their beautiful garden in the summer.
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Drink: Mimosa or Lavender 75
Food: Eggs merguez, duck hash confit & eggs, croque madame
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: daily, 11am-4:30pm | View the menu | Map it
Painkiller
Sea Wolf
While the restaurant’s specialty is seafood, they have a variety of dishes with a little something for everyone. The vibe is always great at Sea Wolf with crowds of people lining up to get in.
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Painkiller cockail
Devil’s mess: eggs, shrimp, veggies and jalapeño
Chicken and waffles
Fish and chips
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 11am-3:30pm | View the menu | Map it
Breakfast pizza
Union Pizza Works
Unique industrial space serving amazing Italian cuisine. Their front patio screams summers and it’s a nonstop lively scene. Important to note: cash only.
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1/2 liter of the pink sangria
Steak and eggs
Breakfast pizza
Nutella french toast
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 12pm-5pm | View the menu | Map it
Huevos rancheros
Harefield Road
One of my top 3 brunch spots due to their consistent food quality and cheap menu! For $18 you get: an entree, unlimited coffee or tea, and a mimosa or bloody mary. Can’t beat that.
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Huevos rancheros
Cajun chicken sandwich
Challah french toast
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 11am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Chicken enchiladas
Zona Rosa
This multi-level, corner spot is inside repurposed shipping containers and has a food truck within the restaurant where the chefs cook up delicious brunch dishes. Snag a table on the rooftop and people watch.
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Drink: Try any of their delicious margaritas or mimosas with fresh squeezed OJ
Food: Huevos rancheros, brunch burrito, strawberry and banana pancakes, enchiladas
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 11am-5pm | View the menu | Map it
Tres golpes: eggs, fried cheese, mashed plantains (aka mangu), and salami
Carneval
Dominican brunches are slowly making its way from Washington Heights down to Brooklyn. This lively spot serves a variety of Dominican and Latin food. They have a bottomless option for $47 and it includes an entree and bottomless mimosas or sangria.
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Chicken empanadas with guava sauce
Tres golpes
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 1pm-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Seasonal, fun cocktails
Sunday in Brooklyn
Popular place in Williamsburg that delivers on atmosphere and food quality. The space itself is a mix of rustic and modern, with wooden beams and marble accents. The cocktail menu is extensive and fun. Some drinks come in a mini tub or teddy bear honey bottle.
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Drink: Polar bear club, hai violet, champagne problems
Food: Cheddar scramble, egg and sausage sandwich, malted pancakes
Price range: $$$ | Brunch hours: weekdays 10am-4pm, weekends 9:30am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Hot chix sandwich
Egg Shop
This loft-style space is one of the few places serving up a daily brunch from early in the am. You can find eggs in almost every dish, but uniquely crafted in various ways.
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Drink: Spa water cocktail
Food: Pepper boy, hot chix sandwich, truffle hash browns
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: daily, 8:30am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Avocado toast
Reunion
This small cafe serves up delicious Mediterranean inspired brunch dishes. The space has a feature wall that displays a variety of cool, antique and vintage trinkets.
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Drink: Iced latte, Mimosa
Food: Avocado toast, shaksooka, herbs omelette sandwich
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 11am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Grilled cheese and tomato soup
The Bedford
This Bedford’s menu serves up a variety of dishes with a bold, creative twist. The service is so friendly, you’d think you’re eating at your friend’s house.
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Drink: Mimosa
Food: Truffle egg toast, grilled cheese and tomato soup, mac and cheese burger, french toast fritters, fried chicken sandwich
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: daily, 11am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Cafe Mogador
The food and cocktails here are consistently good and the ambiance never disappoints. The homey, vintage vibe is so hipster but it works.
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Drink: Spring break, mimosa
Food: Chicken or lamb tagine, middle eastern eggs, herb and cheese omelette
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 9am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Pancakes
Cafe Luluc
Super popular place serving up what people claim are the best pancakes ever. Go check it out and be the judge but be prepared to wait! The menu serves classic breakfast dishes and they have daily specials as well.
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Drink: mimosa
Food: pancakes, chilaquiles
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekdays 4-7pm, weekends 8am-5pm | View the menu | Map it
SoCo
If you’re looking for comfort Southern food, look no further. SoCo has a variety of hearty Southern and Creole dishes packed with flavor and all served in generous portions.
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Drink: Mardi gras (get the pitcher)
Food: Fried chicken and red velvet waffles, mac and cheese, lobster and shrimp grits
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: Saturday 12-3:30pm, Sunday 12-9:30pm | View the menu | Map it
Huevos rancheros
Walter’s
Super tiny space but the menu is packed with delicious dishes. If you do have to wait, just wander around the beautiful neighborhood or large park across the street!
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Drink: Mimosa
Food: Fried chicken and waffles, chickpea and tomato stew, huevos rancheros
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: daily/weekends only, 11am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Green eggs and lamb
Olea
Head over to Olea to take a mini vacation to the middle east. The greenery and decor can easily make you feel like you’re not in Brooklyn.
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Drink: Pomegranate mimosa, white sangria
Food: Green eggs and lamb, goat cheese croquettes, almond stuffed bacon wrapped dates
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends, 10am-4pm, Breakfast served Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
French toast
Saraghina
Saraghina is one of those solid neighborhood spots that you keep going back to because they know how to be consistent. The ever changing menu still manages to deliver great food options. Be prepared to wait on weekends, but check out their tapas/cocktail bar or the bakery both next to the restaurant.
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Drink: Margarita Italiano, francesco
Food: Eggs benedict, french toast, havana panini
Price range: $$$ | Brunch hours: weekends, 10am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
Tostones benedict
Pilar Cuban Eatery
Want a filling, flavorful meal? Pilar is the spot. They serve a variety amount of Cuban brunch dishes that makes you want to try them all. The space is open, large, and inviting, making it great for groups.
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Drink: Mango passion fruit bellini, cafe con leche
Food: tostones benedict, yuca hash brown & cheddar scramble, vaca frita, huevos Cubanos
Price range: $$ | Brunch hours: weekends only, 11am-4pm | View the menu | Map it
