Brunch in New York

A selection of the best brunches in NYC

Brunch at Pastis – $30/$50 – Meatpacking District

Posted by Thomas Adamski 3 COMMENTS
Rating: ★★★½☆

You’ll love or hate this ultimate place to see and be seen. For fans and hanger-ons, it’s THE spot for celebrity runins – we saw Jude Law and Sienna Miller! (No autographs, please).

In the heart of the *too* hip Meatpacking District, across from the Gansevoort Hotel, Pastis was a Meatpacking pioneer but lost some of its edge due to stellar reviews in every guidebook and magazine. Its French Bistro style was an immediate success, and drew big crowds from the very start. Read the rest of this brunch »

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Brunch at Cafe Pick Me Up – $15 – East Village

Posted by Thomas Adamski 2 COMMENTS
Rating: ★★★½☆
Facing to Tompkins Square Park, with large windows and a cozy terrace, The « Pick me Up » is a great brunch spot on a sunny day. But don’t skip it even if the weather isn’t perfect – the anti-modern wood interior offers a real charm with its ten rustic tables.

The clientele might be browsing a free newspaper, working on their laptop or chatting with friends. It’s an authentic East Village atmosphere with courteous young staff. There’s no table service for food – you have to order at the counter. Read the rest of this brunch »

All the brunches, Low prices, Manhattan Downtown, Terraces

Brunch at Extra virgin – $20/$30 – West Village

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Rating: ★★★½☆

Your mission: to land a table on the sidewalk. On a sunny day, perusing the menu under a canopy, soaking in the scenery on this lovely stretch of West Village, you’ll feel like you’re in a Mediterranean country.

Varieties of olive oils from all around the world are the speciality of this restaurant, which offers an amazing brunch. Our favorites dishes are the caramelized bananas with french toast and mascarpone ($11) and the roasted artichoke provencal with poached egg and pancetta ($12). Read the rest of this brunch »

All the brunches, Low prices, Manhattan Downtown, Terraces

Brunch at Grey Dog – $15/$25 – Greenwich Village

Posted by Jessica Guerrero 1 COMMENT
Rating: ★★★½☆
At Grey Dog, the prices are good and the food is even better ! It’s more of a breakfast stop than a real brunch, but you can find a spread of old standards with some original twists (like challah French toast).
Their baked goods and takeout options are a tasty alternative to those on the go. To top it off, both of the Grey Dog locations offer a chill and modern ambiance that makes you feel right at home – not pretentious at all. But it can get a bit loud, and you might have to fight for a table. Read the rest of this brunch »

All the brunches, Low prices, Manhattan Downtown

Brunch at Eat here now – $15/$20 – Upper East Side

Posted by Thomas Adamski 2 COMMENTS
Rating: ★★½☆☆
An antiquity! Well-appointed on Lexington Avenue, this neighborhood canteen looks like a midwest diner rather than an Upper East Side restaurant.

This is not the place for fine food, lounge atmosphere or sexy young waitresses but it’s not a problem.

Barely inside, you’ll hear a cute “Hi sweetie” over the noise of the kitchen in the main room. Like in every American diner, you can choose what you want in any style for less than 10$: eggs, pancakes, waffles, French toast, you name it!  Read the rest of this brunch »

All the brunches, Low prices, Manhattan Uptown

Brunch at Rafaella on Ninth – $15/$25 – Chelsea

Posted by Thomas Adamski 1 COMMENT
Rating: ★★★½☆
Generous portions and fresh ingredients are the secret to the success of this little Italian place with a loyal following.
In the heart of Chelsea, a few meters away from the art galleries, you just have to taste the Vesuvius Cake, a delicious blend of chocolate mousse with caramel, nuts and vanilla cream (5$). To die for!
If you like desserts, you’ll enjoy your time here. Among the savory menu, choose from Bruschetta (7$), more than ten styles of salads (10-12$) and sandwiches/paninis (10$) : chicken parmesan and smoked salmon with avocado are delicious! Read the rest of this brunch »

All the brunches, Low prices, Manhattan Midtown

Brunch at Blue Water Grill – $25/$35 – Union Square

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Rating: ★★★½☆

The first impression of Blue Water Grill is that it is a well-oiled machine. A perfect location on a busy corner of Union Square, a solid reputation, a carefully designed cruise ship decor. Our expectations were high, and they were met: Impeccable presentation, a pretty, chic atmosphere, and professional service. Read the rest of this brunch »

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Brunch at Penelope – $15/$20 – Murray Hill

Posted by Thomas Adamski 1 COMMENT

Fruits, nutella and toasts...

Rating: ★★★★½

We found it ! A nice place to brunch without any tourists. Penelope is a tiny New Yorker oasis in the heart of Murray Hill.

Very discreet, this place is “the” spot of the neighborhood. On the weekends, you might have to wait 40 minutes to have a seat. It’s the only negative point (along with the cash only policy) but coffee is offered while you wait. Prices are more than reasonable : 14$ prix fixe with Apple Cider Mimosa or coffee/tea and orange juice.  Read the rest of this brunch »

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