Miami’s Favorite Brunch Spots

It’s no secret that Greater Miami and Miami Beach loves brunch. An excuse to hang out with friends and family during the day to eat, drink and talk? Count us in. 

With year-round sunshine and plenty of indoor and outdoor options, the destination is full of great brunch spots. From soothing comfort food to sushi with water views and a spot that feels like Paris, these are the best places for brunch in Miami.

Blue Collar

Weekends: 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

At Blue Collar, one of Midtown Miami’s most-popular restaurants, brunch dishes include all of the comforting favorites – some with a twist, like a shrimp Benedict and a massive breakfast burrito – served in large portions, making it easy to share your meal with a group or maybe just fill up for the day ahead. Shrimp ‘n’ grits, spicy oxtail and even chicken parm are also on the menu if you prefer lunch to breakfast foods. Check the chalkboard for the daily specials. Blue Collar offers both indoor and outdoor seating.

Pastis

Weekends: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

If you’re looking for a brunch where you can dress up a little and feel fancy while dining in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere, Pastis is the place. This New York transplant serves everything from French pastries and Quiche Lorraine to French toast with strawberries, and its main menu features a cheeseburger, chicken paillard, oysters, shrimp, king crabs, mussels with fries, a Croque Monsieur and more. Dine outside for cafe-style charm in the heart of Wynwood.

R House

Weekends: 11:15 or 11:30 a.m. | 2:30 or 2:45 p.m

You’ll have a wild time at R House in Wynwood, which hosts two epic brunch drag shows a day on weekends. It’s the kind of spot where you’ll find large groups celebrating birthdays and bachelorette parties, dollar bills flying and everyone have a great time. 

Of course, there’s also plenty of food and drinks. For $60 a person, you get bottomless mimosas, sangria and soft drinks (with the option to upgrade to fancier offerings), plus a family-style food menu with fried chicken, a seasonal salad, French toast, avocado toast and more.

Pinch Kitchen+Bar

Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

A casual neighborhood spot that's easy to miss when you’re driving down Biscayne Boulevard in the Upper East Side, Pinch Kitchen+Bar is a cozy, family-owned restaurant that’s been a favorite for over a decade. 

While the menu has many options, there are two that you must try: the juicy, perfectly dressed Pinch burger with Swiss cheese and aioli on a brioche bun and the massive, guava-stuffed brioche French toast with whipped cream and maple syrup. It’s a small spot, best for tables of two to four and ideal for those who want to take advantage of the brunch with bottomless mimosas package.

Zuma Miami

Saturday: noon to 3 p.m. |
Sunday: 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

In Downtown Miami, along the Miami River, you’ll find Zuma Miami. While it’s a hot date-night spot with gorgeous views, brunch is something you don’t want to miss. 

Perfect for smaller groups or elevated daytime dates, this lavish brunch features three options:

• $98 for unlimited food
• $148 for food, Champagne, a wide selection of drinks and cocktails and welcome caviar
• $168 includes all of the above plus rosé
• $358 allows you to sip Dom Perignon with your brunch
• $58 for a food-only kids’ brunch (ages 5-12)

Indulge in a hot bar, cold bar, raw bar, sushi stations and live cooking stations, where you’ll find expertly cooked steaks and fish. Save room, if you can, for the deluxe dessert platter.

Phuc Yea

Sunday: noon to 3 p.m.

Sunday brunch is anything but ordinary at Phuc Yea. The perfect mix of cozy and funky, this Viet-Cajun restaurant in the Upper East Side serves a menu filled with bold flavors and fun dishes inspired by co-owner Ani Meinhold’s Vietnamese background. 

From a lemongrass fried chicken banh mi and French toast made with croissants and topped with bourbon custard to freshly shucked oysters and massive bowls of shareable sancocho-style pho, Phuc Yea has one of the most-fun brunch menus in Miami. Plus, there are $35 bottomless Bellinis, tropimosas, Bloody Marys and Bloody Marias.

Eating House

Weekends: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

You can’t talk about the best brunches in Miami without including Eating House. This Coral Gables staple is the brainchild of “Chopped” champion Giorgio Rapicavoli, and while it’s matured quite a bit from its early days, there are still plenty of fun brunch options, like the legendary Cap’n Crunch pancakes, crispy tater tots with black truffle ketchup, a frita burger with guava bacon jam, and a breakfast sandwich with fluffy eggs and Vermont cheddar. Equal parts lively and relaxing, this is a solid brunch option for large groups, friends catching up or celebrations.

Tinta y Café

Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | weekends: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sometimes when it comes to brunch, you’re looking for a really laid-back spot where you can talk with a friend or two as you sip your coffee and catch up. No frills, no fanfare. Just casual vibes and good food. At Tinta y Café, you’ll find just that every day of the week. 

This MICHELIN Bib Gourmand recommendation for quality and value is ideal for coffee paired with salads and sandwiches made with simple ingredients but big on flavor. Fan favorites include the cafe con leche, the ham and cheese tostada and the Callejero made with chicken, prosciutto, cantimpalo, manchego cheese, caramelized onions and house-made cilantro mayo. There’s a Coral Gables location and another in Miami Shores, a true neighborhood gem where everyone is treated like a regular.