Love brunch? The better question is — who doesn't? And while dining looks different nowadays, brunch will always remain a classic. The weekend meal comes in all forms — from tapas to tacos — and here is where to find some of the best from some of the Magic City’s longstanding restaurants. Here are 15 top spots for that next weekend meal.
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A round up of Miami's most perennial brunch go-tos
Pinch Kitchen
This brunch favorite offers something most don’t: a complete brunch menu every Friday, in addition to its Saturday and Sunday offerings. Guests can sip on $25 all-you-can-drink mimosas for up to two hours during brunch service while dining on bites like its popular Pinch burger, guava cream cheese stuffed French toast, and more.
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Caracas Bakery Biscayne
Forget the usual brunch fare at Caracas Bakery. This Miami spot in Doral and Mimo offers a unique, globally-inspired menu. Toast reigns supreme, piled high with everything from creamy avocado and feta to Merguez sausage with harissa mayo and manchego. Craving something more substantial? Dive into the breakfast platter, featuring eggs and greens alongside sourdough toast, or the B.E.C., a sweet potato bun stuffed with scrambled eggs, bacon, and American cheese. Sweet lovers won’t be disappointed – the bakery turns out pastries like banana bread, Nutella cruffins, and apple turnovers.
Phuc Yea
This whimsical Vietnamese-leaning restaurant offers its twist on brunch with decadent dishes like crispy croissant French toast, breakfast Bahn mi, and spicy lemongrass oxtail soup, available from noon to 3 p.m. every Sunday. Wash it all back with bottomless Bellinis, tropimosas, bloody Mary’s, and Maria’s for $35 making for an extra fun Sunday funday.
Blue Collar
In search of a hearty, stick-to-the-bones type of brunch? Blue Collar has got that covered every day of the week. Opt for a breakfast burrito filled with chorizo and eggs or the BC Slam with French toast, eggs, bacon, grits, and toast.
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Little Hen
Miami’s Little Hen isn’t just about the food — it’s an experience. This “English-inspired breakfast and brunch boutique” promises an Instagram-worthy escape with its soft pastel color scheme and homey accents. It’s the perfect spot for a lingering brunch with friends, where you can dine on sweet ricotta pancakes or savory eggs Benedict surrounded by a charming and whimsical atmosphere.
Morgan's Restaurant
A longtime Wynwood gem, Morgan’s offers a daily brunch with hearty American-style options like raspberry and mascarpone stuffed French toast and eggs benedict in a retro-feeling, restored house.
Palace Bar
While every queen deserves a palace, it must be noted that food, drink, and entertainment are also necessities. This legendary gay bar on Ocean Drive has one of the best drag brunches in the country with a lively drag show every Friday through Monday, served with unlimited mimosas for $50.
B Bistro + Bakery (Multiple locations)
This Brickell brunch go-to — expanded to locations throughout South Florida — offers breakfast items daily like steak and eggs, smoked salmon scramble, pastelito pancakes, croissant loaf French toasts, and a variety of decadent pastries that are perfect for adding to the Instagram feed.
Threefold Cafe (Multiple locations)
Dine on a proper "brekkie" like a good Aussie would at this Coral Gables breakfast and lunch go-to. The menu is sweet and simple, with items like Zak the Baker topped "smashed" avocado toast, savory stuffed French toast, a spin on the classic eggs benedict dubbed the "pope benedict" nestled on top of fried hashbrown patties, and more Panther coffee than anyone can drink.
Bulla Gastrobar (Multiple locations)
The Spanish restaurant is known for tapas-style small plates, but the brunch portions are rather hearty. Enjoy a $29.50 prix fixe brunch on Saturdays and Sundays with an appetizer, entree, and sweets selection such as avocado toast, cochinillo hash, and blueberry and ricotta pancakes. Add the two-and-a-half-hour bottomless option for $20, and sip on red, white, and beer sangrias and mimosas.
Rusty Pelican
This Key Biscayne institution serves up its swanky brunch with a side of some of the best views in town. Seafood-heavy classics can be found throughout the menu, like the lobster Benedict and crab huevos rancheros, along with sweeter additions like crusted French toast and fruity pebbly pancakes. Pair with bottomless mimosas made with unique juices like activated charcoal and lemonade. Available Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Tropical Chinese Restaurant
Consider this Miami’s king of dim sum. The popular Chinese restaurant has been going strong for over 40 years, and its brunch is as popular as ever. Its unassuming strip mall location gives way for a buzzing restaurant offering a huge assortment of bao, buns, and dumplings. The Peking duck is a fan favorite, but don’t pass up the perfectly steamed shrimp or leek dumplings either.
Chug's
Coconut Grove’s Chug’s Diner brings a modern Cuba twist to the classic diner experience. Brunch here offers a nice mix of sweet and savory options. Craving something Cuban-inspired? Lechon asado, pan con bistec, and pollo a la plancha are just a few of the dishes available. Quiche, a can’t-miss cast iron pancake, and decadent arroz con leche blintzes provide a more classic brunch experience. Chug’s also boasts a selection of salads and sandwiches for those seeking a lighter option.
Greenstreet Cafe
This tried and true brunch spot in Coconut Grove is a place favored by locals for decades. Be prepared to wait, but many claim the waffles are well worth it.