In this town, brunchin’ ain’t easy but it’s necessary. Whether you’re on the hunt for fluffy eggs, fried chicken and waffles or mind-blowing bloody marys, the options can get as overwhelming as the lines at times. 🍳
Luckily, you have us to scout things out. We listed a whole bunch of brunch options (26 total), along with menu recs and pro tips. Plan your weekend and pour those mimosas.
Note: All times listed are brunch-only.
Price estimates are based on general entrees, and don’t include drinks, tax, or tip.
$ ~ $20 or less per person
$$ ~ $20-40 per person
$$$ ~ $40+ per person
Weekday wonders
Dine in style at The House of Marigold.
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The House of Marigold , 10310 Shelbyville Rd. | $ | Daily, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Order Southern-inspired plates — like build-you-own deveiled eggs and breakfast biscuits — in this Instagram-worthy restaurant.
Eggs Over Frankfort , 2712 Frankfort Ave. | $ | Monday-Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | If classic breakfast entrees are what you seek then this is your ticket to a cozy, traditional breakfast.
The Café , 711 Brent St. | $ | Mon.-Wed., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. + Thurs.-Sun., 8 a.m.-9 p.m. | The most important meal of the day starts with The Café’s twice-baked French toast.
The building of the Norton Healthcare Boulevard location was built in 1919 and was originally the Von Allmen Dairy Farmhouse.
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Big Bad Breakfast , 984 Barret Ave. + 5050 Norton Healthcare Blvd. | $ | Daily, 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | A few of our must-trys from the menu crafted by New Orleans Chef John Currence include, the Tabasco brown sugar bacon + the mother of all biscuits.
Highland Morning , 111 St. Matthews Ave. | $ | Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-3 p.m. + Sat.-Sun., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | This family-owned restaurant specializes in breakfast and just so happens to have items with the same names as us — Sarah’s Southern pecan waffles + Katie’s leaning tower of waffles. We’re big waffle gals, apparently.
Gralehaus , 1001 Baxter Ave. | $ | Daily, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Order through your phone + snag a seat on the patio of this Victorian-home-turned-cafe.
Con Huevos , Multiple locations | $ | Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-2 p.m. + Sat.-Sun., 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Try the signature huevos rancheros with refried black beans and avocado mousse or dig into a stack of pancakes — either tres leches or classic.
Weekend musts
Visit the 24-hour, free art museum at the 21c Hotel Museum post brunch at Proof on Main.
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Proof on Main , 702 W. Main St. at 21c Museum Hotel | $$ | Saturday + Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Dine in style at this art hotel’s restaurant with upscale dishes like charred octopus and brisket burnt end hash, and bourbon chocolate mousee on the menu.
The Village Anchor , 11507 Anchorage Rd. | $ | Saturday + Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | This restaurant and bar combines the vibes of a Parisian Bistro and an English Pub between its 60-seat patio + menu items like a grilled filet mignon on bleu cheese biscuits.
Copper & Kings , 1121 E. Washington St. | $ | Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Dig into Southern-inspired dishes like pimento cheese pancakes on the rooftop of this industrial-chic brandy distillery.
North of Bourbon , 935 Goss Ave. | $$ | Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Start small with New Orleans-style beignets and ball out on the buttermilk fried rabbit — which comes with cajun ranch + house hot sauce.
The Silver Dollar , 1761 Frankfort Ave. | $ | Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Get a hearty mix of breakfast and lunch with dishes like French toast casserole and the house-made black bean burger.
Daytime party
The Hub , 2235 Frankfort Ave. | $ | Saturday + Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Try fun brunch plates like Eggs in Purgatory made with skillet braised eggs, tomato fondue, and whipped ricotta on a spacious, dog-friendly patio.
CC’s Kitchen @ The Marketplace , 800 S. 4th St. | $ | Catch some of the city’s best drag talent at this nationally-recognized drag brunch with kitschy menu items like the hangover garbage plate.
Morning Fork , 1722 Frankfort Ave. | Wed.-Sun., 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | Enjoy themed brunches around a variety of topics from holidays to TV shows.
Bottomless mimosas
Chik’n & Mi , 1765 Mellwood Ave. | $ | Saturday + Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | On the menu you’ll find The Cure to last night’s party — a bowl of buttermilk biscuits, bacon + sausage, eggs, and jaew bong hollandaise smothered in sausage gravy. It’s saved my life more than once.
Naive , 1001 E. Washington St. | $ | Saturday + Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | In addition to bottomless mimosas, get your hands on fresh-pressed cocktails, and CBD brownies to add something sweet to your plate.
For a special occasion
Le Moo , 2300 Lexington Rd. | $$ | Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | This classic spot is synonymous with drag brunch as divas from across the region perform during a decadent brunch buffet — though Le Moo offers a less sparkly, non-drag brunch as well.
bar Vetti , 727 E. Market St. | $$ | Saturday + Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Try the tiramisu pancakes or a classic breakfast plate with grilled Blue Dog Bakery sourdough bread. The only challenge is trying to not come back for dinner.
Mesh , 3608 Brownsboro Rd. | $$ | Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. + Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Elevate your brunch experience with steak and eggs + smoked salmon benedict.
J. Graham’s Cafe , The Brown Hotel, 335 W. Broadway. | $$ | Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-2 p.m. + Sat.-Sun., 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Try the iconic Hot Brown the way chef + inventor Fred K. Schmidt intended at this glamorous in-hotel restaurant.
Cask Southern Kitchen & Bar , 9980 Linn Station Rd. | $ | Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Nosh on southern classics like biscuits and gravy, shrimp and grits + chicken and waffles.
Pastry paradises
Wiltshire Pantry , 901 Barret Ave. | $ | Mon.-Sat., 7 a.m.-2 p.m. + Sun., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Nosh on classic croissants and inventive seasonal treats + wash it down with a locally-roasted Good Folks espresso drink.
Blue Dog Bakery & Cafe , 2868 Frankfort Ave. | $ | Tues.-Sat., 7 a.m.-4 p.m. | Try a vegetable strata, morning glory muffin, or expertly-laminated croissant + take home a baguette of the delightfully crusty bread this bakery is known for.
Butchertown Grocery Bakery , 743 E. Main St. | $ | Open daily, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Get a thick and gooey brownie, a melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chip cookie, or a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich on a scratch-made buttermilk biscuit.
Quick and easy
Try the goetta biscuits and gravy — they’re Senior City Editor Katie’s favorite.
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Biscuit Belly , 900 E. Main St. | $ | Mon.-Thurs., 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. + Fri.-Sun., 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Biscuits are the star of the show at this all-day breakfast restaurant. Can’t decide on what gravy to get? Try three when you order the Gravy Train.