Best Brunches in New York City

This Flushing spot is well-known for its dim sum and authentic Cantonese cooking. Let the feasting begin with memorable crab-and-pork soup dumplings. Dim sum carts are not paraded all day here, so those seeking the freshest and the best of what this kitchen offers should plan to arrive by 10am on weekdays.

With all due respect to Monday through Saturday, the best day may be "Sunday in Brooklyn."—though brunch is served here every single day. A breezy vibe, old-school tunes and stirring sips encourages lingering. Start with pancakes—1, 2, or 3—with hazelnut maple praline and brown butter.

Georgian cuisine centered around meats, cheese and bread is what this bright and modern spot is about. Enter to discover a colorfully scribbled chalkboard as well as a metal-topped bar adorned with Moorish tiles. Brunch favorites are here, but Georgian style—like kikliko (similar to French toast), chiji-piji (like shakshouka), and of course khachapuri, a molten, egg-topped bread boat of cheese.

This Fort Greene charmer delivers a one-two punch of good looks, great food, and a darling patio and garden. Whipped ricotta with brown butter, sage, and honey may just convince you to set aside the flatbread and pick up a spoon, while French toast with raspberry marmalade and labne mousse needs no maple syrup. 

Tucked inside the flagship showroom of ABC Carpet & Home, this restaurant offers elevated vegetarian food in a beautiful, minimalist space. The menu is detailed and clever, offering vibrant dishes for breakfast, lunch and brunch—like a deeply satisfying vegan einkorn pancake with coconut cream, peach compote, fresh raspberries, and maple syrup.

This charming spot from Chefs Ann Redding and Matt Danzer can be spotted from afar by its corrugated metal-and-wood façade. Inside, the design is just as you'd expect—mashed-up diner with Thai accents, like woven bamboo, rattan screens, and a counter with shiny wood seats. Breakfast is served until 5pm; indulge in the Thai tea babka French toast or a cheesy, eggy sandwich on roti.