Brunch is by far the best meal of the day. Usually a special occasion saved for friends and family on the weekends, brunch allows you to enjoy the best of both breakfast and lunch. If you’re in Boston and roll out of bed late one Sunday morning and are craving the most delicious brunch in the city, keep reading to find the best places to eat.
Wait…what even is brunch?
Brunch, a combination of the words “breakfast” and “lunch,” varies dramatically depending on where you’re eating. Typically, restaurants and small eateries offer a brunch menu, sometimes available everyday but often reserved for a special day of the week, usually Saturday or Sunday.
It’s the perfect mix of breakfast and lunch:
- eggs benedict
- sandwiches packed full of the best meat and cheese that Boston has to offer
- fresh fruit
- cocktails that will make you try day drinking again (even if you’ve sworn it off forever)
As previously stated, it truly depends on which restaurant you go to.
At more expensive restaurants, you’ll find huge menus including:
- pancakes with chocolate chips or fruit
- toasted sandwiches with your personalized ingredients
- made-by-request omelettes, smoothies, frittatas
- sweet treats like tarts and parfaits
- and all the coffee, tea, and juice you’d ever need
Typically, brunch is served from around 11am to 2pm on the weekends. If possible, make a reservation, since most brunch places are packed at all hours.
Best Brunch in Boston!
La Saison Bakery
La Saison Bakery opened near Fresh Pond in November of 2020. The owner Soheil Fathi’s roots are in Tehran, where he originally supplied his baked goods to his mother and local cafes. After ten years of hard work, Fathi and his mother came together to build their bakery, and now they run La Saison together. Check out their fresh sourdough bread and croissants, as well their cappuccino with the most delicious thick foam.
Turenne Bakery and Café
Turenne Bakery – which operates in Unionville – has one of the most unique brunch menus in Boston, with wood-fired bagels, French-inspired baked goods, salads, and smoothies. Your brunch meal here won’t only be delicious, but also healthy, since Turenne prides itself on its fresh and natural menu. Check out their famous bagels topped with smoked salmon, cream cheese, red onions, and cucumbers. The perfect way to start any weekend.
Beatrice Cafe
This new Boston cafe was recently opened by chef and owner Wil Gibson. It’s one of the most popular brunch spots in Boston. Its customers return weekly to try all the different things on the cafe’s incredible menu. Beatrice Cafe has great brunch treats, like cinnamon rolls, brioche, mushroom and mozzarella tarts, and omelettes. We highly recommend checking out this awesome new Boston spot before it becomes too popular.
Oblique Donuts
If you’re worried you won’t be able to find Oblique Donuts, don’t worry, you won’t miss it. No one can! This unique Boston spot offers simple, but incredible, brunch, perfect for a relaxing weekend. This mini donut chain’s new location just opened in Beacon Hill, so you’ll have even more opportunities to dish out on their delicious treats. Their specialty teas and coffees are also perfect for any chilly day in Beantown.
Villa Bakery Cafe
This Brazilian spot is both cafe and bakery, giving you the best of both baked goods and caffeinated beverages. This bakery has just opened this past October, making it an awesome small business to support. Villa Bakery Cafe specializes in their unique pastries. On of them is the pao de quiejo, a Brazilian delicacy combining both cheese bread and chocolate cake in an unexpected but incredible combination. If you’re feeling less adventurous, check out the smoothies or acai bowls.
Third Rock Bakery
Located in Jamaica Plain, this new bakery has only been in the area for a few months. However, it’s already become one of the best brunch spots in town. You’ll find the most decadent pastries and bread here, as well as a massive beverage menu. If you’re looking for the best brunch meal, check out their famous croissant. It can be paired with anything from cheddar cheese to kimchi. But if you have a sweet tooth, make sure to check out their five spice apple cake, another famous treat not to be missed.
