Brunch is our favorite meal of the day. Whether we’re out with the girls, going on an early morning date, or accompanied by the entire family, there’s nothing better than sipping on a mimosa and dining on a delicious brunch dish. Fortunately, Charlotte has lots of great options for brunch — and we’ve rounded up all our favorites right here.
South End & Dilworth
Salted Melon Market & Eatery
100 W Worthington Ave Suite 107
(new at 815 Providence Rd, no brunch yet)
The Salted Melon Market & Eatery is the perfect place for brunch in South End. The central location can’t be beat and you get to pick between counter service and sit down service depending on your need. For a quick option head to the counter and order a bagel sandwich or breakfast burrito to go. If you have more time, sit down at the restaurant and grab a mimosa carafe and avocado toast or steak & eggs.
Lebowski’s
1524 East Blvd
Grab brunch and a beer or cocktail at Lebowski’s this football season, with brunch happening on Saturdays and Sundays, from 11AM until 3PM. With options such as a hot honey bacon, egg and cheese, avocado hash brown toast, breakfast burritos and corned beef hash, brunch at Lebowski’s is guaranteed to be both filling and fun.
Snooze
2041 South Blvd Suite 106
Snooze, which has multiple locations throughout the Charlotte area, has cemented itself as a top brunch spot in the city. Open everyday for breakfast and brunch, Snooze has a menu that has something for everyone. Start with a brunch cocktail then create a pancake flight, mix and match eggs benedicts, or indulge in a hearty breakfast sandwich.
Toastique
1120 S Tryon St Suite 150
This new South End breakfast and brunch restaurant is serving up a unique menu with toast-focused creations, all-natural smoothies, cold-pressed juices and smoothie bowls. The toasts are the stars of the menu with options such as tuscan tuna, spicy crab, tomato burrata and PB crunch available. Pair your meal with a smoothie, juice or iced collagen latte.
SouthPark & Myer’s Park
Reid’s
4331 Barclay Downs Dr
Reid’s SouthPark has an all-new brunch selection. Breakfast is served Monday through Saturday with menu options such as omelettes, burritos and pancakes. On Sundays, Reid’s hosts a delectable Sunday brunch from 10AM until 4PM with dishes including a goat cheese and arugula salad, lobster eggs benedict and a brunch burger.
Napa on Providence & Napa at Kingsley
110 Perrin Pl & 1310 Broadcloth St, Fort Mill, SC
Mark your calendars for Sept. 21st, when the Napa restaurants are rolling out a brand new fall brunch menu. Except items such as a sausage skillet with house-made sausage, scrambled egg, tomato gravy, wilted spinach and goat cheese, as well as cinnamon monkey bread, croque madam and a Napa Benedict with prosciutto di parma, grilled tomato, poached egg, hollandaise, avocado and breakfast potatoes. Our mouths are watering just thinking about it.
Cafe Monte
6700 Fairview Rd #108
Cafe Monte is a neighborhood home away from home and a great place to brunch. The croissant sandwiches are absolute must try items, the quiches are fantastic and the bakery is filled with delicious options such as macaroons, beignets and lemon tarts.
South Charlotte
The Lights Cafe
16631 Lancaster Hwy #107
For a locally sourced, sustainable brunch head to The Lights Cafe in Ballantyne. We love the smoothies, pastries and main courses such as acai bowls, Spanish tortilla, chia parfait and avocado toast. After brunch at The Lights Cafe you’ll leave ready to take on the day.
Plaza Midwood & Elizabeth
Supperland
1212 The Plaza
Supperland’s infamous buffet is an absolute must try for brunch lovers in Charlotte. Start your meal with a brunch cocktail, such as a mimosa or a Kentucky coffee. Then, for a set price you can eat as much as your heart desires from the delicious buffet. Enjoy passed cinnamon rolls, oysters and shrimp cocktail before heading up to the buffet and indulging in frittatas, benedicts, skewers, sandwiches, eggs, pastries and more.
Puerta
1961 E 7th St
Puerta’s Mexican-inspired brunch is a fun spin on the traditional breakfast meal. Visit the restaurant during brunch hours and sample dishes such as sweet potato empanadas, avocado tostados, breakfast quesadillas, carne asada & huevos and more. Not to mention, the brunch menu at Puerta even has desserts, so you can end your brunch on a sweet note.
The Wafflery
1020 E 10th St ST3
This breakfast restaurant opened in Elizabeth earlier this summer and is the perfect place to go when you want a traditional brunch. The menu features mostly waffles, grits and biscuits, with the options for each plentiful. Plus, if you have children, the kids menu is perfect for your little one to dream up their own waffle or biscuit creation for brunch.
DTR Plaza Midwood
1413 Central Ave
Dilworth Tasting Room’s newest location in Plaza Midwood is officially serving brunch! Starting Saturday Sept. 14, you can get brunch at the Plaza Midwood location from 12PM to 3PM on Saturdays and 11AM to 3PM on Sundays. Except delicious dishes such as french toast, parfait bowls, chicken and waffles and more.
NoDa
Ever Andalo
3116 N Davidson St
This Italian restaurant in NoDa is known for its legendary pasta dishes, but did you know they also have a weekend brunch menu? Start your brunch with a pastry board that includes ricotta zeppoles, biscotti and cannolis. Then, choose your favorite among brunch entrees such as wagyu steak & eggs, ricotta pancakes and a zucchini frittata. Pro tip: pasta is also available during brunch, too!
Haberdish
3106 N Davidson St
Grab a good ole’ fashioned Southern brunch on the weekends at Haberdish. Brunch cocktails include classics such as mimosas and bloody marys and unique options such as the drunk elephant with cold brew, amarula cream liqueur and burnt sugar syrup. After you order your cocktail, try dishes such as cinnamon rolls, biscuits & gravy, quiche and chicken & waffles.
Local Loaf
800 E 35th St
Local Loaf serves weekday breakfast/brunch on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays as well as a weekend brunch. Get classic breakfast options such as bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches on freshly made bread, pancakes, muffins, eggs benedict, omelettes and more.
Uptown
Sweet Crunch
224 E 7th St
At Sweet Crunch you can build your own waffle or select a signature creation off the menu. For those who prefer a sweet breakfast the s’mores waffle with chocolate drizzle, graham crackers and roasted mini marshmallows is the perfect order. For the savory lovers, try the bacon, bacon waffle with brie cheese, bacon crumble and hot honey drizzle.
La Belle Helene
300 S Tryon St Suite 100
Have a classy brunch at La Belle Helene in Uptown. In the elegant restaurant you can dine on French fare such as crepes, croissants, quiche, croque monsieur and more. Don’t forget to pair your dish with a mimosa.
Church and Union
127 N Tryon St #8
This classic Uptown spot serves brunch on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Some of our favorite brunch dishes include the avocado toast with ricotta, lemon zest, everything bagel seasoning and an egg, as well as the French toast with banana flambé, chai, whipped mascarpone, honey and toasted walnut.
Author’s Note: This article was written by Alexandra Maloney, a local Charlotte foodie and professional content strategist. You can find her chatting more about Charlotte food, drinks, and events on Instagram, @slicesandsushi.
