Weekends are short – make the most of the two-day leisure time with brunch. Local chefs deliver the breakfast-lunch goods – like decadent eggs Benedict, brioche French toast, raw bar platters and more – to help extend the AM hours into the afternoon. Below, some Saturday and Sunday spots (and even some every day spots!) where you can unwind with a mimosa and your favorite brunch dishes.
Enjoy a relaxing weekend brunch overlooking the Zakim bridge at Alcove. As you watch the traffic zipping by, you can unwind and recharge over plates of Mediterranean-inspired eats like brioche french toast and a scrambled egg plate.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 11:00am-2:30pm
Alden & Harlow
40 Brattle Street Cambridge, MA 02138 617-864-2100
Hungry in Harvard Square? Let the Alden & Harlow team host you for brunch on Brattle Street, where the mid-morning offerings are scrambled, smoked and skillet-roasted, but most importantly - seasonal.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:30am-2:30pm
Bambara Restaurant
25 Edwin H Land Boulevard Cambridge, MA 02141 617-868-4444
If you've ever stopped by Bambara for breakfast, you know they can hold their own in the early mornings. But their brunch is even better, with an expanded menu, Bambara elevates American breakfast classics to delicious new heights.
Chef-owner Robert Sisca and his team at The Banks Fish House have pooled their collective culinary talents to create an inventive and playful brunch menu that delivers fresh, New England seafood alongside creative cocktails, indulgent pastries and modern interpretations of brunch classics. Get yourself to this Back Bay fave asap – you won't be disappointed.
It's never too early for modern French eats. Batifol offers up weekend brunch with plenty of lunchy and brunchy things to choose from including croissants, charcuterie boards and benedicts to satisfy all your midday cravings.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-3:30pm
Bianca
55 Boylston Street Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 857-576-8300
The options are endless at this casual neighborhood spot at The Street in Chestnut Hill with everything from shakshuka to breakfast pizza. Whatever you pick, the crew has the perfect pairing with brunch bevvies (both boozy and non).
Brunch like the French, and start your weekend morning with croque monsieur or a petit déjeuner flatbread. Bistro du Midi has a wonderful way of showcasing modern Provencal cuisine without forgetting a beloved brunch companion, the mimosa.
Whether you're looking for a classic eggs benny or a breakfast burger, you can sit down to all your favorites at Bostonia Public House. They've even got specialty cocktails and a breakfast shot for an extra boozy brunch.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 9:00am-3:00pm
Branch Line
321 Arsenal Street Watertown, MA 02472 617-420-1900
Start off your weekend morning right with brunch from Branch Line in Watertown. Try their breakfast sandwich on Iggy's bread or the juicy burger with cheddar and their secret special sauce. Their rotisserie chicken is also available if you want to kick-start your day with a whole or half bird.
Spice up your brunch at Burro Bar South End where rich Mexican flavors abound in dishes like huevos rancheros, nachos, and the classic street corn. And tacos for breakfast? You got it. Complete your brunch experience with one of their brunch-time cocktails, that will make you feel like you're south of the border.
Avoid the Sunday scaries and enjoy brunch at The Butcher Shop in the South End. Barbara Lynch's neighborhood restaurant has all the meaty midday classics like steak and eggs and quiche Lorraine plus options like beef tartare and a wagyu burger.
Availability: Sundays 10:30am-2:30pm
Buttermilk & Bourbon
160 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02116 617-266-1122
Get transported to the bayou right from the heart of Back Bay at Buttermilk & Bourbon, where the focus is New Orleans-inspired cuisine. With options like warm, honey glazed biscuits, fresh beignets and pulled pork benedict, it's no wonder this brunch has become a staple around Boston.
Availability: Sundays 10:30am-3:00pm
Buttermilk & Bourbon – Watertown
100 Arsenal Yard Boulevard Watertown, MA 02472 857-760-7128
The brunch menu at Buttermilk & Bourbon Watertown transport you to the marshlands of Louisiana with classics like buttermilk biscuits and gravy and steak and eggs benedict with a few Santos-y twists like a cornflake crusted french toast PB&J style. The New Orleans-inspired breakfast will warm your soul.
If you want crepes and breakfast pizza to start your morning, Capo may be the perfect place. The South Boston fave definitely leans Italian (there's pizza, pasta and parms aplenty) but they cover all the bases (they've got breakfast sandos, prosciutto benedict, specialty French toasts and the like) so can have a hearty midday meal whatever you're in the mood for.
Reimagine the basic eggs and bloody mary combo with Citrus & Salt's fun brunch menu. The MexiCali restaurant serves up inventive items like soft serve mimosas, fried chicken and tequila waffle tacos, and a breakfast quesadilla. If you've got a hankering for sweets, dive into one of their creative desserts or whimsical cocktails.
Clink offers a unique experience and setting in the historic (and completely transformed) Charles Street Jail. They've perfected classics like buttermilk waffles, eggs benny and slow cooked oats while putting their own modern twists on refreshing brunch cocktails. See what the hype is all about at the Liberty Hotel.
You can get even more award-winning Italian fare from Coppa's talented team by way of their curated brunch menu. The offerings are pared down, but the decision making is still a challenge with choices like hangover pizza and their toast with smoked branzino cream cheese.
Coquette rolls out an array of exciting Mediterranean-inspired dishes for weekend brunchers. Book a table at this stylish Seaport spot to indulge in Capri-style pizzas, benedicts and classic French pastries and maybe add some bubbles or one of their fancy, large format cocktails to enjoy with your whole brunch crew.
Availability: Saturdays and Sundays 11:00am–3:00pm
Davio’s – Braintree
250 Granite Street Braintree, MA 02184 781-843-4810
Braintree's Northern Italian Steakhouse, Davio's, brings you a brunch menu that has something for everyone. From their french toast with Grand Marnier and sautéed berries to poached eggs over filet mignon, the savory and sweet spectrum has a satisfying twist in every corner.
Availability: Sundays 11:00am - 1:30pm
Davio’s – Chestnut Hill
55 Boylston Street Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 617-738-4810
The Davio's in Chestnut Hill takes brunching up a notch (who knew that was even possible?) with options like white cheese pizza with bacon, egg and scallions, and French toast with caramelized bananas and warm maple syrup. Oh, they have make-your-own bloody marys, too.
Availability: Sundays 11:00am-1:30pm
Davio’s – Foxborough
236 Patriot Place Foxborough, MA 02035 508-339-4810
Patriot Place has even more brunch now! Davio's delivers the noms on a delectable menu with sweet favorites like warm donuts and savory treats like the filet mignon with poached eggs, potatoes, goat cheese chive biscuit, hollandaise. In addition, their whole lunch menu is available including their signature spring rolls.
Availability: Sundays 11:00am-1:30pm
Davio’s – Lynnfield
1250 Market Street Lynnfield, MA 01940 781-944-4810
Davio's has all your Sunday brunch needs covered with their expanded menu that includes everything from the classically brunchy (think: french toast with Grand Marnier sautéed berries and Vermont maple syrup) to mouthwatering Italian faves (panini and pizza, pesce and carne, contorni, dolce and more).
If you're looking for some classic brunch dishes, book a reservation at Dryft in Revere. They've got a little of everything whether you're looking for a breakfast sandwiches, benedicts or toasts (avocado or French), there's something for every palate - plus you can enjoy a pre- or post-brunch beach stroll while you're at it.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 11:00am-3:00pm
DW French
1391 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02215 617-865-9900
An exquisite French-inspired brunch is right in Fenway at DW French. Chef Douglass Williams and team have perfected Parisian classics like croque madame and steak frites, and put their own modern twist on classic French cocktails for your midday dining pleasure.
The beloved Fenway spot, now in its new Beacon Street digs, serves up a brunch menu that's just as delicious as their dinner menu. Book your weekend table and dig into plates of comfort eats, pastries, goodies from the raw bar and, of course, brunchy cocktails form their talented team.
Bask in Elm Street Taproom's lively atmosphere as you mix and match their creative cocktails with delicious brunch options. With plenty of fun options to choose from (including their brunch burger with bacon egg and hollandaise), Elm Street Taproom gives you what you need to start your day off on a happy and tasty note.
Head for Downtown Crossing and brunch your way into the afternoon at Estella. The midday offerings will satisfy your sweet tooth with plates of loaded french toast and pancakes, and quell your hankering for savories with breakfast sandwiches, benedicts and other egg-centric options.
Right in the heart of the Back Bay, Eva offers brick oven pizza, fresh breakfast pitas and other brunchy goodies so you can pop-in for a delicious meal while you're out and about on Newbury Street. Book a reservation inside or out on their expansive patio (weather permitting) for some fabulous fare and great people-watching.
Have a lunchy brunch on Newbury Street at Ken Oringer's, Faccia Faccia. Every weekend, the coastal Italian spot serves up crudos, small plates and a few brunchy specials like a breakfast sandwich, pancakes and hash browns — all you have to do is book a res and get down to the Back Bay for a lovely, leisurely midday meal.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 12:00-3:00pm
Five Horses Tavern – Somerville
400 Highland Avenue Somerville, MA 02155 617-764-1655
Get your team together for brunch at Five Horses Tavern. The Davis Square spot rolls out its breakfast-meets-lunch midday offerings every weekend so you and yours can sit down to a spread of goodies like apple-cinnamon donut holes, huevos rancheros and breakfast pizzas. There are adult beverages on offer and lots of coffee, too in case you need to smooth out the hitch in your giddy up.
Imbibe this weekend at Five Horses Tavern. Along with numerous craft beers on tap, this South End spot is pouring bellinis, mimosas, and bloody marys to go along with their menu of classic American comfort food (donut holes, avocado toast, chicken & waffles, egg sammies and more). Looking for a big pick me up? Spike Your Coffee (hot or cold) with your choice of whiskeys, vodkas and flavored liqueurs.
They may be known for their irresistible morning sweets like their croissants and cinnamon rolls, but the team at Flour doesn't mess around with their breakfast sandwiches either. The featured sandwich gives you an option of ham, bacon or breakfast sausage with arugula, tomato and dijonaise.
Grab your brunch crew and head to the Foundry on Elm for a bloody good meal in Davis Square. They have all the essentials from bottomless hot coffee and avocado toast to pork belly benedict and charcuterie boards.
Get yourself over to Brookline for brunch at Garrison House. Available on both weekend days, the broad array of offerings includes savory breakfast treats like short rib hash, chicken & waffles and eggs benedict alongside a slew of lunchier fare like wings, nachos, sandwiches and salads.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-3:30pm
Grafton Street Pub & Grill
59 John F. Kennedy Street Cambridge, MA 02138 617-714-5954
You're all but guaranteed to be stuffed when you leave Grafton Street Pub & Grill. This Cambridge mainstay blends classic Irish comfort foods and New England elements so you can choose between dishes like a traditional Irish breakfast or the OG benny. Plus, they've got free parking all day Sunday at the Harvard Sq. Garage, too so you don't have to worry about finding a spot.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-4:00pm
Gufo
660 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02141 617-945-9734
If you're already a fan of Gufo's Italian cuisine and all-day cafe, then be sure to add their brunch to your weekend schedule. Grab a table in their warm and vibrant dining room or snag a spot outside on their patio (weather and season permitting) to play a game of bocce before sitting down to your meal.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 11:00am-3:00pm
Harvest
44 Brattle Street Cambridge, MA 02138 617-868-2255
With a focus on modern New England cuisine, this Harvard Square stalwart (Harvest has been feeding Cantabrigians since 1975) features the freshest ingredients across all their menus. Brunch is no exception with seasonal versions of timeless dishes like Eggs Benedict and Brioche French Toast.
The award-winning brunch at Henrietta's Table, is the stuff of legends. Dishes do change based on the season, but you can expect the best with fresh soups and salads, hash, pancakes, quiche and their well loved pies of the day. Add on a pitcher of brunch bubbles mixed with seasonal fruit juice for a refreshing and boozy start to your morning.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 12:00pm-3:00pm
Hi-Rise Bakery
208 Concord Avenue Cambridge, MA 02138 617.876.8766
Brunch, all day long. This family owned and operated bakery serves up homey brunch food that you can enjoy while enjoying the aromas of freshly baked breads and pastries. Grab something light and quick like oatmeal or yogurt with granola, or opt for a hearty breakfast sandwich or breakfast toasts. Options vary slightly with the seasons, but with organic wheat ingredients, cage free eggs, and wildflower honey from within state lines, you are sure to leave with a belly full of food made with love and care.
Tuck into the Southern comforts of brunch at Hunter's. With many dishes to choose from, get all your morning brisket and pulled pork needs met or choose something sweet like french toast with Texas blueberry bread and bacon or a fried apple parfait.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-3:00pm
Josephine
515 Somerville Avenue Somerville, MA 02143 617-764-3035
Extra crispy hashbrowns, breakfast sandwiches, burgers and plenty of pizzas – what more could you want from a brunch? The team at Josephine has mapped out the ideal, Italian-centric midday meal for Somerville diners, so all you have to do is a book a res.
Less is definitely more at La Brasa, where the pared down menu keeps things pretty straightforward with simple yet flavorful fare. Go big with the ribeye with green chili hash or keep it light with freshly shucked oysters.
Availability: Sundays 12:00-4:00pm
The Lexington
100 North First Street Cambridge, MA 02141 617-945-1349
Things are getting brunchy in Cambridge Crossing every weekend at The Lexington. With plenty of sweet and savory options plus some menu staples like French onion grilled cheese and fried chicken, this midday menu will satisfy all your breakfast/lunch cravings.
Come the weekend, get yourself to Quincy for a brunch that's sure to leave you satisfied. Liberty Tavern has all the goods on their menu like a breakfast MAC, sweet potato and short rib hash, a lumberjack skillet, plus plenty of boozy bev options.
Let the team at Lincoln Tavern satisfy your mid-week brunch craving. The cavernous Southie spot, right on West Broadway, serves brunch seven days a week so you don't have to wait 'til the weekend rolls around to have all the eggs benny, French toast and fruit pebbles pancakes you deserve.
This beloved Central Sq. spot from Ken Oringer serves up a brunch menu that's as whimsical and delicious as their dinner menu. Seats can fill up fill up fast, so make sure to book a reservation in advance to dig into plates like chicken chilaquiles and miso banana bread, and bowls of boozy cereal.
It's okay to go a little crazy at Loco's Taqueria's brunch. The South Boston restaurant features an eclectic menu of weekend plates, from ceviches to guacamoles to huevos-topped enchiladas, all well-matched by a morning (or midday, if you prefer) margarita.
You don't have to go to Southie to get your favorite tacos! Open all weekend in Fenway, Loco Taqueria offers savory breakfast treats like breakfast tacos and braised ribs tacos alongside a slew of lunchier fare like wings, nachos and salads.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-3:00pm
Lower Mills Tavern
2269 Dorchester Avenue Boston, MA 02124 857-267-4461
You'll find globally-inspired pub-grub on the brunch menu at Dorchester's Lower Mills Tavern. Dishes like cinnamon roll pancakes, ricotta french toast, and pork rib skillet hash pair perfectly with their mimosas and bloody mary specials while vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options will solve any brunching dilemmas.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-3:00pm
LUCIE Drink + Dine
120 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02116 617-425-3400
Fill your belly with all your brunchy faves from the menu at LUCIE at the Colonnade Hotel. They've got everything from eggs benedict, pancakes and waffles to salads, snacks, small plates and pizzas so there's something for everyone at this Back Bay lovely.
This fresh plant-based spot in West Broadway is bursting with brunchy flavors from baked goods like their donuts, macarons and muffins to savories packed with seitan prosciutto, JUST egg omelettes and THE brunch sando packed with chickpea egg, tofu bacon, potato pancake, tahini and hot sauce. Get your healthy and tasty fix on Friday or the weekend with lots of smoothies and GF options.
Availability: Fridays-Sundays 9:00am-4:00pm
Mamaleh’s Cambridge
One Kendall Square Cambridge, MA 02139 617-958-3354
You'll find all your Jewish delicatessen faves on the menu at Mamaleh's—fish & bagel plates, along with blintzes, potato knishes and some of the best latkes in town. Don't forget to take home some frozen fresh bagels, everything spice or a quart of sour pickles
Availability: 7 Days a Week 8:00am-8:00pm
Mamaleh’s Brookline
1659 Beacon Street Brookline, MA 02445 617-958-3354
You'll find all your Jewish delicatessen faves on the menu at Mamaleh's—fish & bagel plates, along with blintzes, potato knishes and some of the best latkes in town. Don't forget to take home some frozen fresh bagels, everything spice or a quart of sour pickles
Oysters for brunch? That's a must at Marseille, where you can enjoy fresh shellfish alongside a slew of très français treats right in the South End. The Parisian bistro on Harrison Ave. has everything from quiche and omelettes to moules frites and pain perdu for a perfectly delightful SOWA brunch.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-3:00pm
Menotomy Grill
25 Massachusetts Avenue Arlington, MA 02474 781-648-1775
Have yourself a patriotic morning at Menotomy Grille & Tavern. Located in the former village of "Menotomy" (now known as Arlington) where the Revolutionary War was fought, this rustic tavern is passionate about providing a classic brunch experience. Get a taste of history with their minuteman breakfast plate, or stay modern with their chicken and waffles.
Nothing wrong with pasta for breakfast (especially if it's the painstakingly handmade stuff from chef Douglass Williams) but the brunch menu at MIDA goes above and beyond with goodies like pancakes and bagels and plenty of breakfasty fare that's perfect for midday dining (though there's plenty of pasta, too).
The brunch menu at MIDA's East Boston outpost includes all the deliciousness you've come to expect from chef Douglass Williams and his team just with the addition of spectacular harbor views from their waterfront perch. Whether you want handmade pasta or plates of eggs, they've got you covered.
MIDA Newton's got all the pastas, pizzas and eggs to make brunch the highlight of your weekend. Pair your delicious meal with an espresso martini or an aperol spritz or indulge in specialty sips like their cafe shakerata with iced espresso, toasted coconut and cream.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-3:00pm
Monument Restaurant & Tavern
251 Main Street Charlestown, MA 02129 617-337-5191
Known for having one of the best brunches in Charlestown, Monument Restaurant & Tavern delights their weekend midday diners with classic libations (mimosas and bloody marys galore), specialty cocktails and a mouthwatering mix of breakfast (benedicts, biscuits, bagels and more) & lunch (tacos, wings, sandwiches, pizza and the like).
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 9:00am-3:00pm
Myers + Chang
1145 Washington Street Boston, MA 02118 617-542-5200
This pan Asian South End joint offers Dim Sum Brunch on Fridays & Saturdays. Dive into dishes like fried egg banh mi with soy glazed bacon, sesame cucumbers and this nirvana chicken congee to warm your bones, hearts and souls. Available indoor and outdoors (weather permitting) along with take-out for all your dim sum buffet in bed needs.
Melts, eggs, flatbreads and sweets, Northern Spy has all your brunch cravings covered at their Canton spot, whether you're in the mood for brioche french toast or a double cheeseburger. Try their nitro brewtini or grab a matcha for an extra boost of weekend energy.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:30am-2:30pm
Nosh & Grog
95 Washington Street Canton, MA 02021 508-359-4100
Fill your weekend with locally-sourced farm-fresh fare, mimosas and oysters at Nosh & Grog's Weekend Oyster Brunch. They've got freshly shucked oysters galore (it's right there in the name), mimosas by the bottle (because sharing is caring) and plenty of tasty eats (toasts, hashes, parfaits and more) with which to start your day.
Italian comfort food is the star of the show on Novara's brunch menu, which includes approachable and appealing dishes like chocolate chip cannoli pancakes, Italian sausage friittata and breakfast pizza topped with white garlic sauce, gorgonzola, sunnyside eggs, arugula and truffle oil. Standard fare—avo toast and bread pudding—make the lineup too.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 11:00am-3:00pm
OAK Long Bar + Kitchen
138 St. James Avenue Boston, MA 02116 617-585-7222
Make a beeline for the Back Bay come the weekend, where Oak Long Bar + Kitchen has all your brunching needs covered. Start with a wake up cocktail and just work your way down the menu, which features all the breakfast-meets-lunch deliciousness you could possibly hope for.
Davis Square residents know that the #BurroBrunch is the neighborhood go-to weekend mornings. Many non-locals don't realize this Mexican kitchen offers brunch, which means little-to-no wait time. Start with an iced coffee horchata before diving into meal options like huevos rancheros, chilaquiles or a chorizo & egg torta. Come one, come all, come hungry.
Availability: Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-3:00pm
The Painted Burro – Brookline
1665 Beacon Street Brookline, MA 02445 617-277-0427
Painted Burro Brookline brings Mexican inspired brunch options to Washington Square. With plenty to choose from, they're a quick solution to a dull morning with their Bottomless Brunch for $25 per person. Pair a bloody maria (with mezcal, of course) with a big plate of huevos rancheros.
Gather a hungry group of friends and indulge in bottomless brunch at Painted Burro Waltham. Choose between tapas, tortas, tacos and lots of brunch classics like benedicts, french toast, pancakes and more. If it's too early for a marg (is it ever too early?) try their horchata iced coffee with rumchata, espresso liqueur and a cinnamon sugar rim.
Get your brunch game on at the Envoy Hotel with some Latin-inspired dishes at their on-site go-to, Para Maria. You can have your pick from dishes like smoked salmon and avocado toast, Mexican hot chocolate French toast, loaded patatas bravas and more.
Next time you need a quick getaway to France, make your way to Petit Robert Bistro in the South End where they're serving brunch staples like omelettes and avocado toast. If you're looking to indulge in something new, don't miss your chance to try their potato waffles.
Enjoy panoramic views of the harbor and city skyline over brunch at Charlestown's Pier 6. There are lots of brunch classics to from which to choose or, if the all that water put you in the mood for seafood, you can opt for selections from the raw bar or go all-in on a lobster roll.
It's never too early for tasty Italian eats. Prima in Charlestown is offering up weekend brunch with plenty of lunchy and brunchy things to choose from including toasts, eggs, breakfast pastries, pasta, chicken parm and more. They've got plenty of brunch bevvies, too including specialty cocktails and a bucket of bubbles if you're with a group.
Availability: Saturdays and Sundays 9:00am-3:00pm
Puritan & Company
1166 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02139 617-615-6195
Brunch is back at Puritan & Co. in Inman Square, and you won't want to miss this special Sunday menu from chef-owner Will Gilson and his team. There'll be pastries aplenty, lots of brunchy bevs and, of course, breakfast & lunch sandwiches to get your Sunday off to a great start.
Availability: Sundays 10:30am-2:00pm
Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar
Boston Landing, 96 Guest Street Boston, MA 02135 617-254-0044
Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar brings the weekend brunch game to a whole new level with their menu full of comfort food. With no short supply of eggs, sandwiches and even fire grilled pizza, there is something delicious for everyone. Build your own omelette or go for the Rail Stop Burger with cheddar and tomato jam with a side of hand-cut fries.
Availability: Saturdays 11:30am-3:00pm and Sundays 12:00-3:00pm
Catch brunch at Rail Trail Flatbread, where they've got approachable and modern classics (like pancakes, cinnamon buns, and avocado toast) fresh from their wood fired oven. They've got flatbread, too (it's kind of their thing) so there's something for everyone, casual diners and foodies alike.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-2:00pm
Ravello Italian Kitchen
136 Belmont Street Watertown, MA 02472 617-393-1568
This cozy Watertown spot offers a weekend brunch menu that's bursting with Italian flair and flavor. Available in addition to their regular offerings, the midday selections include goodies like Frittata Verdura (pancake-style omelet) and Limoncello French toast as well as brunchy cocktails to round out your whole meal.
Elevate your brunch game at Reelhouse in East Boston, where you can choose between sweets and savories, towers of seafood, benedicts and more. Try to get a table next to a window (or outside, weather permitting) so you can soak up the spectacular views of the city and harbor.
Enjoy brunch right on the water at Reelhouse Marina Bay. Choose from seafood-centric dishes, sweet brunch treats, benedicts and more. Book a reservation and enjoy views of the city from teh Quincy side of Boston Harbor.
Get your French brunch fix in at Rochambeau in the Back Bay. Offering a slew of French classics (croque monsieur, French omelette, and a breakfast tart flambee), the stylish Boylston Street brasserie will make you feel like you're in Paris. Add some bubbles or treat your brunch crew to a crystal punch bowl for a très amusant weekday or weekend outing.
At Quincy's Rozafa Bistro the brunch offerings are just as good as they look. Take your pick from options like Texas toast, Tuscan breakfast (three eggs with tomatoes, baby spinach, gorgonzola and crispy prosciutto), corned beef hash and omelettes galore. Maybe just leave some time for a post-brunch afternoon nap.
Russell House Tavern's brunch game is strong all week long so you can extend your brunching beyond the weekend. Try their farmstand omelet, Nutella-stuffed French toast, extra dirty Caesar or shakshuka. And don't miss the house-made blood mary if you're in the mood for a little hair of the dog.
Next time you need a mini weekend trip to the Italian Riviera, make for the Seaport for brunch at Serafina where goodies like frittatas, breakfast pizza and bubbly brunch beverages await. Dine outside when weather permits or post up in their waterfront dining room for the perfect midday escape.
Get an early start to your weekend brunching at Shy Bird in Kendall Square. With all things chicken (and plenty more!), there's plenty to choose from including fried chicken benedict, overnight oats and yogurt parfait (if you want to keep it light). You can even build your own mimosa or get an aperol spritz pitcher to share (if you want to keep it a bit boozy).
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 8:00am-3:00pm
Shy Bird South Boston
12 Old Colony Avenue Boston, MA 02127 617-766-8309
If you've ever thought about indulging in a whole rotisserie chicken for brunch, then Shy Bird South Boston is your spot. They're serving up their classic rotisserie chicken along with fried chicken and egg sandwiches, benedicts and some lighter brunch fare to cater to all your weekend brunching needs.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-3:00pm
Sloane’s
197 N Harvard Street Allston, MA 02134 617-693-8220
Offering brunch every day of the week, Sloane's has a slew of satisfying comfort foods from chef-owner Sarah Wade. The menu features lunchy dishes (soups, salads, sandwiches) and breakfast-y items (eggs, pancakes, shakshuka), plus Wade classics like her iconic mac & cheese.
Sofra bakery in Cambridge helps you start the day whether you're flushed with time or on the go. They may be well known (and well-loved) for their sweets and baked goods, Sofra also offers plenty of savory breakfast options including a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich and a Turkish-style breakfast (soft-boiled egg, cucumber, tomato, olives, feta, yogurt, seasonal spoon sweets).
Newbury Street stalwart, Sonsie, will keep you coming back week after week with traditional dishes from burgers to pancakes. Pick a table by the sidewalk-facing front windows to add a side of people watching to to your weekend dining.
It may be your regular stop for a cup of coffee and an on-the-go nibble, but come Saturday and Sunday mornings, the South End Buttery serves a full-on, sit down menu with all your go-to favorites. Just be sure to save room for a cupcake.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 9:00am–3:00pm
State Park
One Kendall Square Cambridge, MA 02139 617-848-4355
Calling all Bodega Brunch fans, the team at State Park is keeping the Vincent's tradition alive every weekend with breakfast tacos, plates and kolaches. Plus, you can enjoy all the dive bar vibes at State Park with pool, pinball, morning cocktails and more.
Savor your weekend in the city with a stroll on the Greenway or along the waterfront, followed by brunch at State Street Provisions. They've got an expansive menu that includes everything from oysters to cheese & salumi plates, blueberry pancakes and burgers so you're sure to find something to love.
Modern yet rustic, Milton's Steel & Rye brings its culinary version of Americana to its perfectly pared down brunch menu. Order their chilaquiles or brisket hash with fried eggs, or indulge in a ham & cheese croissant or a slice of banana bread with whipped marscapone. Either way, the end result is satisfaction.
You can add a slew of comfort food to weekend brunch at chef Sarah Wade's Stillwater. Located just off the tail end of the Rose Kennedy Greenway, the lively restaurant offers updated takes on the classics featuring seasonal, local ingredients and an extra dash of brunchy fun with skillets full of crispy tater tots and plates of fluffy pancakes.
Satisfy all your weekend hankerings for fish, shellfish and more at Summer Shack Back Bay. Nosh on treats like the Seafood Benedict Trio, Shack Lobster Hash, or Chicken & Waffles. There’s even a make your own Bloody Mary Bar with add-ons that include everything from the basics (celery, olives and horseradish) to the extraordinary (crab claws, fried chicken and candied bacon skewers, and mini lobster rolls.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 11:30am-3:00pm
The Tip Tap Room
138 Cambridge Street Boston, MA 02114 857-263-7614
Book a reservation at the Tip Tap Room on Cambridge Street to dig into some classic brunch dishes like avocado toast and Benedict's plus some inventive brunchy faves like french toast doughnut holes or an everything bagel with horseradish, bacon & cherry pepper cream cheese.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 11:00am-3:00pm
Town Meeting Bistro
2027 Massachusetts Avenue Lexington, MA 02421 781-301-6655
Looking for a Sunday excursion? How about brunch at the Inn at Hastings Park. Every weekend the luxurious hotel in Lexington hosts a lovely midday meal with sharable goodies. There’s bubbly to be had, as well as mimosas and bloody marys too!
Availability: Sundays 10:00am-3:00pm
Tres Gatos
470 Centre Street Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 617-477-4851
Mix it up with your typical brunch routine and check out Tres Gatos. Their Spanish style brunch takes on traditional brunch fare with their sourdough waffles and bruléed grapefruit. After, walk off your full belly and check out their unique set up with attached book and music store.
Small plates, large plates and whole bunch of sides make Viale's brunch come to life. The Central Square restaurant brings innovation to the table with ricotta fritters with cinnamon and sugar, but also makes sure to offer up classic standbys like eggs Benedict, shrimp n' grits, breakfast sammies and smoked pork hash with poached eggs.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:30am-2:00pm
Waverly Kitchen & Bar
231 Bunker Hill Street Charlestown, MA 02129 617-380-6500
You don't have to wait till the weekend to treat yourself to brunch at Waverly. Available every day, the menu at this Charlestown favorite includes goodies like breakfast wraps and sandwiches, pancakes and if you're looking to try something new, check out their baklava french toast.
Availability: 7 Days a Week 8:00am-3:00pm
Waypoint
1030 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA 02138 617-864-2300
Brighten up your weekend eats with brunch at Waypoint. Michael Scelfo's coastally-inspired Cambridge spot offers sweets and savories including breakfast pizzas with bacon & eggs and a fantastic range of plates from crab and torched avocado benedict and Snickerdoodle pancakes with whipped ginger brown butter, spiced honey.
Get all your bloody mary-loving besties together for brunch in Belmont. The Wellington serves a delicious combination of crowd-pleasing breakfast favorites, classic dishes and seasonal specials every weekend so everyone – friends, family, first dates or whoever! – will find something to love.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 11:30am-2:00pm
Woods Hill Pier 4
300 Pier Four Boulevard Boston, MA 02210 617-981-4577
Wake up and head for the Seaport to enjoy Woods Hill Pier 4 selection of sweet and savory small plates and shareable larger dishes. Choose from classics like eggs benedict and cinnamon swirl French toast, or get creative with their signature lobster popover. Dine inside or out on their spacious waterfront patio (weather permitting) to watch the comings and goings on the water while you sip boozy brunch beverages.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 11:00am-2:00pm
Woods Hill Table
24 Commonwealth Avenue Concord, MA 01742 978-254-1435
Head out to the 'burbs and dig into farm-to-table bites at Concord's Woods Hill Table. The menu balances sandwiches and salads with brunchier items like French toast, chicken & biscuits and eggs benedict, made with eggs from their very own farm. Whatever you choose, it's worth the visit.
Worden Hall's streamlined brunch menu covers all the bases so everyone in your group will find something to love. Fans of sweet can go for the french toast waffles while those who lean savory can opt for breakfast sammies and brunch wraps. For those who'd prefer a boozier note, there's a whole list of cocktails from which to choose.
Availability: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00am-3:30pm
Yellow Door Taqueria – Lower Mills
2297 Dorchester Avenue Boston, MA 02124 857-267-4201
The fiesta starts early(ish) at the Lower Mills location of Yellow Door Taqueria with brunch chimichangas, tacos, churros and mezcal. The stylish little Mexican spot on Dot Ave—with some of the city's best tacos and an array of brunch cocktails—may be the best reason to get out of bed on the weekend.
Don't expect your basic brunch at Yellow Door Taqueria. The menu at the South End outpost of this hip taqueria features goodies like birria benedict, chimichangas, patatas bravas, tacos and more so you can take a break from omelettes and avo toast to mix up your regular brunch routine (there's an avocado tostado 'though).