Brunch. The delicious meal, expertly placed between the traditional hours of breakfast and lunch. Whoever invented this smorgasbord of possibilities is absolute genius. While the COVID-19 pandemic stifled New York City’s brunch-eating culture for a couple of years, brunch is back! There are numerous spots across the five boroughs to grab a delicious meal. Follow us as we explore a few of the brunch spots in the Bronx.
Jimmy’s Grand Cafe
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Brunch is the main event of the day at Jimmy’s Grand Cafe. For $24.95, patrons get a choice of brunch entrees that include Jimmy’s Burrito Bowl, Fried Chicken & Waffles, Churrasco & Eggs or a Dominican Burger. Each meal includes your choice of a bellini, mimosa or sangria.
If you have a large group of 35 or more, Jimmy’s can provide you with a brunch buffet for $50 per person. Two hours of unlimited bellinis or mimosas included!
Casa Restaurant & Lounge
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Featuring a large selection of Latin inspired dishes, Casa Restaurant & Lounge offers something for everyone. Some of their popular options include Steak & Eggs, Tres Golpe, Chicken & Waffles, and The Burger. If you are eating with a group of friends or family, try adding one of their appetizers such as Empanadas or Crispy Wings.
Godwin Coffee & Tex-Mex Eats
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For a little bit of everything, give Godwin Coffee & Tex-Mex Eats a shot. This venue serves everything from omelets to pancakes and heros to cheeseburgers. Don’t forget their specialty Tex-Mex dishes. Godwin serves tamales, tortas, tacos and burritos.
Terravita
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Every Saturday and Sunday, Terravita serves a special brunch menu. Be sure to go hungry, as the menu is quite extensive. Terravita offers appetizers as well as full meal options. Some favorites include Seafood Flatbread, Lemon & Ricotta Pancakes, Short Rib Hash, Cheese Steak Panini, Spicy Poke Bowl and Crab Cake Benedict.
Terravita offers a large menu of early morning adult beverages such as Bloody Mary, Aperol Spritz, and Henny Bubbly. If you want a bit more, they do offer one hour of unlimited mimosas and bellinis for $24.95.
The Bronx Public
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Featuring a special Saturday and Sunday menu, The Bronx Public offers a tasty brunch with a southern flair. Be sure to try the Homemade Butter Biscuits. Each batch of biscuits are made by hand and served with fresh butter and your choice of fruit toppings or honey. House specialties include the Chicken Biscuit Sandwich and The Brunch Burger.
Unsure of what to choose? The Bronx Public offers a $40 Brunch Prefixe. This includes your choice of one entree, a homemade buttered biscuit and bottomless sangrias/mimosas/beer for two hours.
Alvin & Friends
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Served on Sundays only, brunch at Alvin & Friends is a unique outing for you and your friends. The menu is heavily influenced by the flavors of the Caribbean and the south. The Mo’Bay Omelet is made of sweet plantains, onions and peppers and your choice of jerk shrimp or chicken. The Buttermilk Fried Chicken comes with smoked turkey greens and cheesy mac and cheese.
The Bronx Alehouse
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Every Saturday from 11-3pm, The Bronx Alehouse serves an array of brunch favorites in a casual setting. Hearty portions are served and each entrée is served with a brunch cocktail or beer. Just a few of the larger-than-life entrees include Jalapeno Biscuits and Gravy, Breakfast Burrito and the Breakfast Burger.
Best Value Brunch
National Restaurant & Coffee Shop
If you want a large selection of brunch dishes for a small amount of cash, National Restaurant & Coffee Shop is a great place to go. They serve traditional favorites such as Egg Sandwiches, Florentine Omelets, Pancakes and Bagels. If you’re in the mood for something a little different, try the Full Irish Breakfast.
National Restaurant & Coffee Shop also offers lunch favorites like Burgers, Hot and Cold Sandwiches, and Wraps. Feeling a little hungrier? Try the London Broil or the Large Sirloin Steak.
Best Brunch Splurge
The Waterfront NYC
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Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday from 12-5pm at this upscale yet casual restaurant. Enjoy gorgeous views while sipping on mimosas or Bellini’s. This waterfront venue serves delicious dishes such as Avocado Toast, Mediterranean Protein Bowl, Vegetable and Goat Cheese Omelets, and Eggs Benedict. The Waterfront NYC also offers Bottomless Brunch Beverage packages.
The Waterfront NYC offers special brunch events on holidays such as Easter and Mother’s Day.
What’s your favorite brunch spot in The Bronx? Be sure to share it with us. You never know-we may feature it in a future article!
