Brunch is easily my favorite meal — I mean, bacon, eggs and champagne?! Count me in!
The only thing better than brunch, is bottomless brunch. There’s no better way to get your day-drink on, while simultaneously curing a hangover. And when it comes to boozy brunch, New York City does it like no other place in the world.
I’ve cumulated a list of my all-time favorite (and affordable) brunch spots in the city — they’re in order from cheapest to most expensive (“most expensive” being $35).
Hope you enjoy, and let me know if I missed any other brunch gems!
Carroll Place – Greenwich
Price: $27.00 for entrée + bottomless mimosas
When I first went to Carroll Place, it was only $20 for bottomless! Though they raised their prices, it’s still one of the best brunch spots because your mimosa glass is never empty, and they have delicious wood-fired pizzas.
San Marzano – East Village
Price: $27.00 for entrée + bottomless mimosas
The nice thing about San Marzano is that you can order lunch instead of brunch if you wish, so there are a ton of options. Also, amazing pasta is a plus.
Tre – Lower East Side
Price: $27.95 for entrée + bottomless mimosas or champagne
I’ve celebrated my birthday here, which was perfect because of its location in the LES. There are a ton of bars to bar hop after an Italian, carb-loaded meal at Tre.
Docks Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill – Murray Hill
Price: $28.00 for entrée + unlimited Bloody Marys or mimosas + coffee + mini muffins + fruit salad
On top of all that is included in the brunch deal, this place also has live jazz! Also, oysters.
Calle Ocho – Upper West Side
Price: $29.95 for entrée + unlimited sangria
The first brunch I’ve ever had in NYC was at Calle Ocho, and this place really set the bar high for me ever since. Best selection of sangria (4 whites and 4 reds) and the best complimentary bread (also served in a variety). Make a reservation because this place can get booked.
PMF Pardon My French – East Village
Price: $29.95 for entrée + unlimited mimosas or Bloody Marys
This place gets lit for brunch. Solid food/drinks, hot waiters in suspenders, and the cutest outdoor seating area. What more could you want?
Philip Marie – West Village
Price: $29.95 for entrée + unlimited mimosas or Bloody Marys
Another solid brunch spot, with outdoor seating for people-watching while you enjoy your meal/mimosas. This place also has brunch almost every day of the week (Tues-Sun).
Blind Pig – Gramercy
Price: $30.00 for entrée + unlimited mimosas or Bloody Marys
Unique food selection, so there’s something for everyone. BBQ pulled pork sliders and chicken & waffles were both delish.
Café Cortadito – East Village
Price: $31.95 for entrée + bottomless tropical mimosas, red/white sangrias, champagne mojitos, champagne margaritas, Bloody Marys or house beer
If you love variety, and Cuban food, Café Cortadito is your new favorite brunch spot. They have the biggest selection, plus your meal is served with mixed greens and black beans.
Lasagna Ristorante – Chelsea
Price: $32.95 for entrée + unlimited mimosas, Bellinis, screwdrivers or Bloody Marys + coffee or tea
Okay, all other brunch places need to take notes from Lasagna Ristorante when it comes to the mimosa juice-to-bubbly ratio. They pour a whole bottle of Prosecco in each pitcher. Also, free garlic bread.
Agave – West Village
Price: $32.99 for entrée + bottomless mimosas, wines or frozen margaritas
This is a tequila bar, so I definitely recommend the frozen margaritas here, especially if you’re sitting outside on a nice day. And order the lobster benedict.
Poco – East Village
Price: $35.00 for entrée + bottomless mimosas, sangrias or Bloody Marys
Spanish, tapa bar that quickly turns into a fiesta during brunch. I did my birthday here once too, and it was poppin’. Good music, food and vibes.
Fonda – East Village, Park Slope, Chelsea
Price: $35.00 for entrée + choice of unlimited frozen hibiscus rosalitas, margaritas, mimosas, Bloody Marys or beers
This place is legit. I’ve been here for dinner as well as brunch, and both times was a success. Get the rosalita (house cocktail w/ hibiscus).
Vamos! Tacos & Tequila – Gramercy
Price: $35.00 for entrée + 5 frozen margaritas or sangrias
Though this place isn’t exactly bottomless, 5 of their margs will get you feeling nice for sure. If you finish 5 (each at $7), they comp your meal.
Happy Brunching!
Joyce aka Brunch Queen
