The Charlotte food scene is growing by the day and it can be hard to keep up with all the new spots to try, while also still swinging by your old favorites. To help you manage your planning, we’ve created this list of brunch spots in the Queen City. From recently opened to city staples, this list does all the work of finding the perfect place for the best meal of the day — brunch!
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South End & Dilworth
Mamaka Bowls
200 W Tremont Ave #102
If you want a fresh and delicious brunch, head to Mamaka Bowls in South End. This spot has all the beach vibes and a menu filled with acai bowls, smoothies and coffee. Plus, you can even enjoy your food on one of the swings outside the shop!
Chapter 6
2151 Hawkins St
Chapter 6 offers brunch on Sundays from 11AM until 3PM and it is well worth a visit. The Mediterranean tapas spot boasts a brunch menu filled with mezze such as whipped ricotta and deviled eggs, as well as mains such as french toast, frittata and more. But the best part? You can pair your meal with a spritz, sangria or slushie tower big enough for the entire table to share.
El Puro Cuban Restaurant
5033 South Blvd
El Puro serves authentic Cuban cuisine all day, including brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. The menu includes Cuban breakfast sandwiches, tres leches pancakes, a tortilla españa and more. And, you might even catch some live music during your meal if you’re lucky.
Snooze
2041 South Blvd Suite 106
Snooze, which has multiple locations throughout the Charlotte area, has cemented itself as a top brunch spot in the city. Open everyday for breakfast and brunch, Snooze has a menu that has something for everyone. Start with a brunch cocktail then create a pancake flight, mix and match eggs benedicts, or indulge in a hearty breakfast sandwich.
Ruby Sunshine
332 W Bland St.
Choose from starters (we recommend the fried green tomatoes or french toast bites), benedicts, pancakes, french toast, eggs, omelettes, and specialties such as shrimp and grits and breakfast tacos at this New Orleans inspired brunch destination. Yum.
Kid Cashew
1608 East Blvd
Kid Cashew is a family favorite in the QC for every meal and brunch is no exception. With $4 Mimosas & $7 Bloody Marys, it’s hard to beat for a weekend treat.
300 East
300 East Blvd
An OG must in Charlotte’s brunch scene, 300 East offers chicken biscuits, breakfast tacos, breakfast pizza, multiple sandwich options, and bacon a la carte. Adults and children alike are sure to find something delicious on this brunch menu.
SouthPark & Myer’s Park
Salted Melon Market & Eatery
6809-A Phillips Place Ct
The Salted Melon, which also has locations in SouthPark, Eastover and South End, is a great brunch spot. Enjoy something from the all day breakfast menu which includes avocado toast, breakfast bowls, breakfast burritos, bagels and more.
The People’s Market
2820 Selwyn Ave
The People’s Market, which has been a fan favorite among Charlotte residents in Elizabeth, has a newly opened location in Myer’s Park. This casual market is a great place to grab brunch, with an extensive coffee menu and food options ranging from bagels to breakfast platters to pastries and more.
Napa on Providence (or Kingsley or Stonecrest)
110 Perrin Pl
All of the Napa restaurants, including Napa on Providence, Napa at Kingsley and Napa Stonecrest, are serving up delicious brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. From small plates such as herb whipped goat cheese to entrees such as chicken and waffles and short rib benedict, there’s something for everyone at the Napa Restaurants.
Reid’s SouthPark
4331 Barclay Downs Dr
Breakfast is served Monday through Saturday with menu options such as omelettes, burritos and pancakes. On Sundays, Reid’s hosts a Sunday brunch from 10AM until 3PM with dishes including a goat cheese and arugula salad, lobster eggs benedict and a brunch burger.
Cafe Monte
6700 Fairview Rd #108
Cafe Monte is a neighborhood home away from home and a great place to brunch. The croissant sandwiches are absolute must try items, the quiches are fantastic and the bakery is filled with delicious options such as macaroons, beignets and lemon tarts.
Easy Like Sunday
1600 E. Woodlawn Rd.
Easy Like Sunday is a Charlotte staple for brunch. Grab your friends and enjoy sweet breakfast like ricotta stuffed french toast, or savory options like breakfast burritos and brunch burgers. Of course, there are classic brunch cocktails, too, from mimosas to Bloody Marys, and margaritas.
Plaza Midwood & Elizabeth
Biscuit Belly
1949 E 7th St, Suite 2
For a hearty brunch that the whole family will love, head to Biscuit Belly in Elizabeth. From classic biscuit sandwiches, to biscuits and gravy, to coffee concoctions and a kids menu, this spot has something for everyone.
Clark’s Snack Bar
3001 Central Ave
The Good Wurst Company’s original owner opened up a new restaurant in the original Plaza Midwood location that is serving up egg sandwiches all day, as well as a full breakfast menu on the weekends until two. Order a sandwich, sit outside, and soak in the nostalgia of an original Charlotte spot here.
Supperland
1212 The Plaza
Supperland’s infamous buffet is an absolute must try for brunch lovers in Charlotte. Start your meal with a brunch cocktail, such as a mimosa or a Kentucky coffee. Then, for a set price you can eat as much as your heart desires from the delicious buffet. Enjoy passed cinnamon rolls, oysters and shrimp cocktail before heading up to the buffet and indulging in frittatas, benedicts, skewers, sandwiches, eggs, pastries and more.
Puerta
1961 E 7th St
Puerta’s Mexican-inspired brunch is a fun spin on the traditional breakfast meal. Visit the restaurant during brunch hours and sample dishes such as sweet potato empanadas, avocado tostados, breakfast quesadillas, carne asada & huevos and more. Not to mention, the brunch menu at Puerta even has desserts, so you can end your brunch on a sweet note.
Rosemont Market & Wine Bar
1942 E. 7th St, #101-H
This all-day restaurant and wine bar is a great place to take the family for brunch. Share avocado toast to start, then choose from brunch favorites like breakfast burritos, peach pancakes, bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches and chicken biscuits. For mom and dad, there’s a brunch cocktail list with tasty choices like mimosas and a limoncello spritz.
The Wafflery
1020 E 10th St ST3
This breakfast restaurant opened in Elizabeth earlier this summer and is the perfect place to go when you want a traditional brunch. The menu features mostly waffles, grits and biscuits, with the options for each plentiful. Plus, if you have children, the kids menu is perfect for your little one to dream up their own waffle or biscuit creation for brunch.
NoDa
Chief’s
3024 N Davidson St
This newly opened cocktail parlor in NoDa has recently begun serving coffee and pastries in the mornings in addition to their nighttime fare. It’s the perfect place to stop in and grab a casual espresso or latte. Pair it with overnight oats, yogurt, a danish or a muffin for a light but delicious brunch.
Tipsy Pickle
201 Camp Rd #120
While you might not think of these Camp North End pickle ball courts as a place to have brunch, Tipsy Pickle offers an extensive coffee menu including a rotating seasonal menu and year round coffees such as the churro latte and pistachio latte. Grab the breakfast burrito stuffed with eggs, hash browns and your choice of steak, fajitas, bacon or vegan chorizo to fuel up for a morning on the courts.
Ever Andalo
3116 N Davidson St
This Italian restaurant in NoDa is known for its legendary pasta dishes, but did you know they also have a weekend brunch menu? Start your brunch with a pastry board that includes ricotta zeppoles, biscotti and cannolis. Then, choose your favorite among brunch entrees such as wagyu steak & eggs, ricotta pancakes and a zucchini frittata. Pro tip: pasta is also available during brunch, too.
Uptown
Coquette
400 S Tryon St #101
Since coming onto the Charlotte food scene about two years ago, Coquette has quickly become a favorite spot for many, and for a good reason. All meals are delicious at Coquette but the brunch, which includes fare such as quiche, croque monsieur, crepes and more, is a real standout.
Church & Union
127 N Tryon St #8
This classic Uptown spot serves brunch on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Try any selection of brunch dishes, including avocado toast with ricotta, lemon zest, everything bagel seasoning and an egg, or the french toast with banana flambé, chai, whipped mascarpone, honey and toasted walnut.
Sweet Crunch Waffles
224 E 7th St
At Sweet Crunch you can build your own waffle or select a signature creation off the menu. For those who prefer a sweet breakfast the s’mores waffle with chocolate drizzle, graham crackers and roasted mini marshmallows is the perfect order. For the savory lovers, try the bacon, bacon waffle with brie cheese, bacon crumble and hot honey drizzle.
La Belle Helene
300 S Tryon St Suite 100
Have a classy brunch at La Belle Helene in Uptown. In the elegant restaurant you can dine on French fare such as crepes, croissants, quiche, croque monsieur and more. Don’t forget to pair your dish with a mimosa.
Author’s Note: This article was written by Alex Maloney. You can find her chatting more about Charlotte food, drinks, and events on Instagram, @slicesandsushi.
