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Brunch in New York City

Breakfast and brunch spots people rate highest.

18 places

The top 18

Breakfast and brunch spots with a proven following, ranked by our own engine.

  1. Essex4.8· 8.5kRestaurant · Lower East Side

    1. Essex

    Upscale Mediterranean steakhouse with shareable mezzes, expert cuts, and standout cocktails.
  2. Hole In The Wall4.8· 3.5kCafé · Seaport

    2. Hole In The Wall

    Australian-influenced cafe with hearty plates, excellent coffee, cozy communal seating.
  3. The Horny Ram4.8· 2.9kBrunch · Turtle Bay

    3. The Horny Ram

    Lively American comfort food, creative cocktails, standout coffee, spirited neighborhood vibe.
  4. Maison Close Restaurant4.8· 1.6kFrench · SoHo

    4. Maison Close Restaurant

    Cozy French bistro with pastries, tartines, curated wines—refined yet relaxed spot.
  5. Tartinery Café4.8· 1.2kBrunch · Washington Square Village

    5. Tartinery Café

    Cozy café-bar serving artisanal tartines, great coffee and creative cocktails.
  6. Sir Henry’s4.8· 1.1kCocktail bar · Theater District

    6. Sir Henry’s

    Lively cocktail bar with inventive drinks and elevated comfort food.
  7. London & Martin Co.4.8· 1.1kCocktail bar · Whitehall

    7. London & Martin Co.

    Lively gastropub on Stone Street — craft cocktails, hearty shared plates, live music.
  8. The Dead Rabbit4.7· 8.1kRestaurant · Whitehall

    8. The Dead Rabbit

    Historic, cozy gastropub with award-winning cocktails and lively waterfront atmosphere.
  9. Cafe Luce4.7· 1.3kItalian · Turtle Bay

    9. Cafe Luce

    Cozy upscale Italian spot known for house-made pastas and an extensive wine list.
  10. Big Apple Brunch4.8· 552Brunch · Clinton

    10. Big Apple Brunch

    Trendy, lively spot serving elevated comfort plates, creative cocktails, and great coffee.
  11. Veselka4.6· 7.5kUkrainian · East Village

    11. Veselka

    Cozy East Village spot for hearty Ukrainian classics, homestyle plates, and people-watching.
  12. Russ & Daughters Cafe4.6· 3.5kBrunch · Lower East Side

    12. Russ & Daughters Cafe

    Cozy, historic spot for smoked fish, bagels, and authentic New York deli flavors.
  13. Hole In The Wall4.8· 3.5kBrunch · Williamsburg

    13. Hole In The Wall

    Casual Brooklyn spot serving Aussie-influenced breakfast, strong coffee, and cocktails.
  14. Pastis4.6· 3.0kRestaurant · Meatpacking District

    14. Pastis

    Parisian bistro serving classic French dishes and crafted cocktails in a lively setting.
  15. Crispy Heaven bakery and restaurant4.7· 563Restaurant · SoHo

    15. Crispy Heaven bakery and restaurant

    Cozy neighborhood bakery and pizzeria serving flaky pastries, wood-fired pizza, and great coffee.
  16. Pause Cafe4.6· 1.4kCafé · Alphabet City

    16. Pause Cafe

    Cozy cafe with Moroccan-inspired bites, strong coffee; great for work or friends.
  17. Joseph Leonard4.6· 1.3kNew American · West Village

    17. Joseph Leonard

    Cozy Village New American bistro with inventive comfort dishes and craft cocktails.
  18. Palma4.6· 1.1kItalian · West Village

    18. Palma

    Trendy Italian spot with craft cocktails, seasonal small plates, intimate service.

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