So, just in time for a certain brunchy holiday, here are 18 favorite Twin Cities brunch spots, as named by you, the readers. Bonus: most of these spots are no reservations, if you still haven't made plans for Mom. (And remember, there's also the Brunch Heatmap, for all your brand-new brunch needs.)
Is your favorite brunch spot missing from the list? Let us know in the comments.
A reader writes into the tipline: "You NEED to check out Wise Acre Eatery. Owned by Tangletown's farm in Plato, Mn they feature all year round grass fed Scottish Highland beef, free range poultry and eggs (literally free), black and Berkshire pork and zero pesticide grown fresh produce. There's a good chance you're eating something harvested that very day. The CSA hash is to die for."
A reader writes into the tipline in favor of this Linden Hills spot, with an important mug/utensil note: "The food is super fresh and uses a ton of natural flavors. Plus their coffee mugs and utensils are the tops."
A number of votes came in for long-time favorite Colossal Café. Zaids writes: "The sandwiches and the pancakes are amazing and the omelets are interesting and different. The portions are healthy and at a great price. Also, house hot sauce is so damn good! No alcohol, oh well!"
SmartCookie shouts out this Southwest brunch spot (with a little nod to new North Loop brewery/restaurant The Freehouse): "Blackbird. Bright, inviting space, great service, and absolutely terrific food, especially the specials. I defy anyone to have better breakfast potatoes, though I have to admit that the Freehouse has great taters too."
A reader writes into the tipline with a vote for Victor's and a few ordering recommendations: "the Cuban style toast with guava jam is really tasty and Cuban coffee is excellent."
Moosiah writes: "Gigi's in SW. The homemade corned beef & braised pork hashes are phenomenal. My wife loves the goat cheese, mushroom & chive scramble. Fresh local meats, veggies & baked goods (lots of GF options). Start off with a tall glass of hibiscus punch."
Sparrow writes: "Hands Down -- Crema Cafe. Especially when the piazza is open. The Green Mountain rocks my world." (Green Mountain = "Lightly dressed organic greens under an organic potato pancake, topped with our famous organic & homemade veggie burger, oven roasted tomato spread, and finished with a perfectly poached organic egg.")
This Eat Street diner got multiple nods, including one shouting out the nighttime scene. Marguid writes: "The Bad Waitress has big portions, great vibe, service is great and unique -- kind of hip & edgy & delicious! Volcano Burger is a smart, spicy Juicy Lucy. Eggs Benedict is light, lemony (w/ rosemary!) and zingy. Coffees are great too. Manager Julia made us these great Lattes with elephants on them. Artist's Corner with great food. Fun place."
Probruncher nominates St. Paul's meritage: "Their brunch is responsible for perfectly poached eggs, the most sophisticated day-drinking, and the best beignets outside France/New Orleans."
A reader writes into the tipline with a nod to East Side spot Ward 6: "I don't know what is in that gravy on the Welsh Rabbit but I want to eat it on everything."
A reader writes into the tipline: "You NEED to check out Wise Acre Eatery. Owned by Tangletown's farm in Plato, Mn they feature all year round grass fed Scottish Highland beef, free range poultry and eggs (literally free), black and Berkshire pork and zero pesticide grown fresh produce. There's a good chance you're eating something harvested that very day. The CSA hash is to die for."
A reader writes into the tipline in favor of this Linden Hills spot, with an important mug/utensil note: "The food is super fresh and uses a ton of natural flavors. Plus their coffee mugs and utensils are the tops."
A number of votes came in for long-time favorite Colossal Café. Zaids writes: "The sandwiches and the pancakes are amazing and the omelets are interesting and different. The portions are healthy and at a great price. Also, house hot sauce is so damn good! No alcohol, oh well!"
SmartCookie shouts out this Southwest brunch spot (with a little nod to new North Loop brewery/restaurant The Freehouse): "Blackbird. Bright, inviting space, great service, and absolutely terrific food, especially the specials. I defy anyone to have better breakfast potatoes, though I have to admit that the Freehouse has great taters too."
A reader writes into the tipline with a vote for Victor's and a few ordering recommendations: "the Cuban style toast with guava jam is really tasty and Cuban coffee is excellent."
Moosiah writes: "Gigi's in SW. The homemade corned beef & braised pork hashes are phenomenal. My wife loves the goat cheese, mushroom & chive scramble. Fresh local meats, veggies & baked goods (lots of GF options). Start off with a tall glass of hibiscus punch."
Sparrow writes: "Hands Down -- Crema Cafe. Especially when the piazza is open. The Green Mountain rocks my world." (Green Mountain = "Lightly dressed organic greens under an organic potato pancake, topped with our famous organic & homemade veggie burger, oven roasted tomato spread, and finished with a perfectly poached organic egg.")
This Eat Street diner got multiple nods, including one shouting out the nighttime scene. Marguid writes: "The Bad Waitress has big portions, great vibe, service is great and unique -- kind of hip & edgy & delicious! Volcano Burger is a smart, spicy Juicy Lucy. Eggs Benedict is light, lemony (w/ rosemary!) and zingy. Coffees are great too. Manager Julia made us these great Lattes with elephants on them. Artist's Corner with great food. Fun place."
Probruncher nominates St. Paul's meritage: "Their brunch is responsible for perfectly poached eggs, the most sophisticated day-drinking, and the best beignets outside France/New Orleans."
A reader writes into the tipline with a nod to East Side spot Ward 6: "I don't know what is in that gravy on the Welsh Rabbit but I want to eat it on everything."
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