
Brunch in NYC is an iconic tradition that's worth celebrating as you settle into your new address. Our real estate agents recommend that you immerse yourself in the local lifestyle with a delicious brunch at one of these wonderful restaurants near New York County homes for sale.
- Mom's Kitchen & Bar - 701 9th Ave., New York, NY 10019
Mom's Kitchen & Bar is leveling up your childhood favorites with some 21st-century twists. Comfort food goes decadent with mac & cheese pancakes topped with Cholula honey and bechamel sauce, while hearty shrimp & cheesy grits gets a touch of elegance with a Gruyere cream sauce. Signature cocktails include the Cinnaboozy latte, finished with a sprinkling of Cinnamon Toast Crunch. The best part? Brunch is served all day. Hours are 8 a.m. - midnight weekdays and 7:30 a.m. - midnight weekends.
- Jack's Wife Freda - 226 Lafayette St., New York, NY 10012
Yes, Jack's Wife Freda was a real person. Owner Dean Jankelowitz emigrated from South Africa, home of his grandparents Jack and Freda. New York Magazine has dubbed the restaurant's style as "South African Israeli Jewish Grandmother Cuisine." NYC favorites such as matzo ball soup sit side-by-side on the menu with green shakshuka, a dish of two soft-baked eggs and green tomatillo sauce. Jack's Wife Freda is open 8:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday.
- Russ & Daughters Cafe - 127 Orchard St., New York, NY 10002
The backstory of Russ & Daughters Cafe stretches back more than a century to the early 1900s, when Polish immigrant Joel Russ operated a food cart. Russ eventually saved enough to open a brick-and-mortar location, where he incorporated his three daughters in the name. Now in the hands of the fourth generation of the Russ family, the beloved restaurant offers dishes such as potato latkes, babka French toast, and blueberry blintzes. Hours are 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday.
- Citizens of Chelsea - 401 W. 25th St., New York, NY 10001
Tuck into a Down Under "brekkie" at Australian-themed Citizens of Chelsea. The Big Brekkie features a little bit of everything, with a lineup of poached eggs, multigrain toast, bacon, chicken sausage, chorizo baked beans, and hash browns. Vegetarians will find plenty to love, such as the meat-free Morning Glory Bowl and Plant-Powered Big Brekkie. Citizens of Chelsea is open daily from 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. except weekends, when closing time is 5 p.m.
- Jacob's Pickles - 509 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10024
When you're in need of some Southern comfort, head over to Jacob's Pickles for a brunch that nurtures body and soul. Choose from three varieties of mac & cheese, a wide array of biscuit sandwiches, and entrees such as catfish tacos and shrimp & bacon grits. Add sides like collard greens & black-eyed peas, fried green tomatoes, and Jacob's signature pickles. Hours are 10 a.m. - midnight daily, with doors opening at 9 a.m. on weekends.
- Jams - 1 Hotel Central Park, 1414 6th Ave., New York, NY 10019
Legendary celebrity chef Jonathan Waxman, winner of countless industry awards, brings his five-star cuisine to Jams. Their brunch menu takes advantage of the freshest seasonal ingredients. Representative dishes include wild mushroom frittata, lobster Benedict, and kale salad. Brunch is served on weekends from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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