The Top List of Best Brunches - Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN
Today's brunch offering is a fantastic spread of trendy breakfast delectables. by Jake Kulju & Lisa Brecht
Sunday brunch; a most delightful way to dine-out among family and friends. Time away from the kitchen is time well spent; especially when the menu is smothered eggs Benedict, fresh baked muffins and mimosa champagne. No longer a breakfast buffet limited to French toast and maple syrup, today's brunch offering is a fantastic spread of trendy breakfast delectables. The competition to offer the best and the most is a photo finish. With champagne accompaniments, brunch is refined yet affordable. Relaxed yet delightful. With something for everyone, a good brunch offering will please even the most discriminating of palates; from children to the most sophisticated diner. The Minneapolis/St. Paul area has a vast variety of choices that make brunch a bit more elegant than a trip to the local diner. Brunch in the Twin Cities calls to those who seek rich, gourmet dishes and sweet delights served up with all the comforts of home; minus the dishes!
BUTTER 3544 Grand Avenue S., Minneapolis, MN 55408 (612) 521.7401
Hours: 700AM-630PM Sunday Brunch: 800AM-200PM
Butter is South Minneapolis’s premier brunch bistro. The bakery and coffee shop opens its breakfast kitchen exclusively on the weekends to crank out the tastiest, butter-filled brunch in Minnesota. The name of the restaurant is no coincidence—Butter doesn’t skimp on the flavor intense ingredients that make your belly burble!
THE SUNSHINE FACTORY 7600 42nd Ave. N Mpls, MN 55427 (763)535.7000 Hours: (Mon-Sat) 1100 AM -100 AM, (Sun) 1030-1200 AM Sunday Brunch hours: 1030 AM - 230 PM Ask anyone in the Minneapolis area where to go for a nice, casual brunch and the answer is often The Sunshine Factory. Bistro Style dining, The Sunshine Factory offers a casual atmosphere with a nice selection of breakfast delights. Reservations are not required.
Sunday Brunch: $12.95 per person.
Holiday schedule: New Years' Day - Closed, Valentines Day - open, Easter - open, Thanksgiving - closed, Christmas Eve - open, Christmas Day - closed, New Years Eve - open.
THE NICOLLET ISLAND INN 95 Merriam St. Mpls, MN 55401 (612) 331.3035 Hours: (Mon-Thur) 700 AM - 900 PM, (Fri) 700 AM - 900 PM, (Sat) 800 AM - 1000 PM, (Sun) 930 AM - 900 PM Sunday Brunch - 930AM - 200 PM Reservations required. The Nicollet Island Inn offers great views of the Mississippi combined with pure elegance. Romantic and serene, The Nicollet Island Inn offers a quiet and very cozy atmosphere perfect for celebrating special occasions. A graceful decor of white linen and tasteful elegance, The Nicollet Island Inn will welcome diners dressed to the nines in the evening while simple casual wear is fine for brunch or afternoon dining. Jeans and tennis shoes are not permitted. The Nicollet Island Inn specializes in heartland fare such as pork, duck and prime fillets of beef. Brunch serves world class egg dishes, fresh muffins, champagne, fruits and meat dishes.
Sunday Brunch: $26 per person/includes Mimosa champagne
Holiday schedule: New Years' Day - Closed, Valentines Day - open, Easter - open, Thanksgiving - closed, Christmas Eve - open, Christmas Day - closed, New Years Eve - open.
LORD FLETCHERS' ON THE LAKE 3476 Sunset DR Spring Park, MN 55384 (952) 471.8513 Hours: Sunday brunch hours are from 1030 AM until 230 PM. Fletchers, as it's referred to by the locals is a landmark in Minnesota dining. Located on the beautiful and prestigious Lake Minnetonka, Fletchers is indeed a hot spot for trendy eats any time of year. The outdoor patio is situated right on the lake and boat traffic brings in many locals. The indoor dining room atmosphere is elegant enough for quiet dining, yet relaxed and purely casual. Reservations for brunch are taken for parties of five or more but are not required.
Sunday Brunch: $14.95 adults, $6.95 children, ages ten and younger
Holiday schedule: New Years' Day - Closed, Valentines Day - open, Easter - open, Thanksgiving - closed, Christmas Eve - open, Christmas Day - closed, New Years Eve - open.
SUNSETS 700 E. Lake St. Wayzata, MN 55391 (952) 473.5253 700 Commons Dr. Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 735.1997 Hours: (Mon-Sat) 1100 AM - 100 AM, (Sun) 1000 AM - 1200 AM Sunday Brunch 930 AM -200 PM Reservations recommended but not required One look at this phenomenal layout of food and all you can say is wow! With brunch selections ranging from Augratin Potatoes, Shrimp Creole, and fresh veggies to soups, pastry items salads and fruit, it's hard not to get caught up in the vastness of it all. One wonders how you're going to pack it all in and still have room for the ice cream pie for dessert. Sunsets is purely casual; offering a sports bar environment tastefully done to accommodate families and guests of all ages.
Sunday brunch: $13.95 adults, $6.95 children 5-12, ages four and under are free.
Holiday schedule: New Years' Day - Closed, Valentines Day - open, Easter - open, Thanksgiving - closed, Christmas Eve - open, Christmas Day - closed, New Years Eve - open.
KINCAIDS 8400 Normandale Lake Blvd. Bloomington, MN 55437 (952) 921.2255 380 St. Peter's St. St. Paul, MN 651.602.9000 Hours: (Mon-Thur) 1100 AM - 1000 PM, (Fri) 1100 AM -1100PM (Sat) 4-1100, (Sun) 1030 AM - 1000 PM Sunday Brunch 1030-200 Located in an office tower atrium, Kincaids is a hallmark for fine dining. The indoor trees are decorated with lights and make the place seem magical. Serving solid American cuisine, Kincaids boasts an impressive wine list to accompany such a gourmet touch. Sunday brunch is served off the main menu; there is no buffet style dining at Kincaids. Brunch includes mimosa champagne, fresh fruits and muffins. When calling for reservations, you will be asked if the gathering is for a special occasion (birthdays and anniversaries). If yes, then you will be served a special desert on a decorative plate.
Estimated cost per person for brunch is $11 - $18. Children are $4.95
Holiday schedule: New Years' Day - Closed, Valentines Day - open, Easter - open, Thanksgiving - closed, Christmas Eve - open, Christmas Day - closed, New Years Eve - open.
CHEZ' DANIEL 2800 W. 80th St. Bloomington, MN 55431 (952) 888.4447 Hours: (Mon -Sat) 1130 AM -1000 PM (Sun) 530-900PM Sunday Brunch: 1030-200 Located in the Embassy Suites Hotel, Chez Daniel is a french style dining experience that awaits any diner looking for brunch away from the ordinary. Peaceful dining with a French appeal combined with easy accessibility from Interstate 35 and the Minneapolis/St. Paul airport make Chez Daniel an easy choice for brunch. Chocolate dipped strawberries, champagne and France-inspired delectables give Chez Daniel it's world class appeal. Casually styled and comfortable, Chez Daniel comes highly recommended by locals.
Sunday Brunch: $18.95 adults, $8.95 children
Holiday schedule: New Years' Day - Closed, Valentines Day - open, Easter - open, Thanksgiving - closed, Christmas Eve - open, Christmas Day - closed, New Years Eve - open.
CHAMPPS AMERICANA 8010 Glenlane Rd. Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 942.3331 13531 80th Circle N Maple Grove, MN 55369 (763) 494.4515 1641 Plymouth Rd. Minnetonka, MN 55305 (952) 546.3333 790 W. 66th St. Richfield, MN 55423 (612) 861.3333 Hours: (Mon-Sat) 1000 AM - 100 AM, (Sun) 1000 AM - 1200 AM Sunday brunch: 1000 AM - 200 PM With ten locations within the metro area, Champps is famous for Minnesotan's looking for good eatin', conversation and get togethers'. The all American sports bar/restaurant, Champps is welcoming to everyone. The service is so purely Midwestern, diners are guaranteed a warm welcome and stay longer just because they feel like it. Champps serves up portions hearty enough to satisfy even the most robust of appetites as well as those preferring a lighter menu of gourmet salads and pastas. Champps maintains their notoriety by keeping the menu fresh and lively, while providing an atmosphere that is spirited yet comfortable. Sunday brunch is a dynamic, endless spread of comfort foods including French toast, fruit, muffins as well as rich, yummy egg dishes.
Sunday Brunch: $12.95 for adults, $4.95 children ten and younger.
Holiday schedule: New Years' Day - Closed, Valentines Day - open, Easter - open, Thanksgiving - closed, Christmas Eve - open, Christmas Day - closed, New Years Eve - open.
LAKE ELMO INN 3442 Lake Elmo Avenue N Lake Elmo, MN 55042 (651) 777.8495 Hours: (Mon -Sat) 1100 AM -1000 PM (Sun) 430 PM - 830 PM Sunday Brunch: 1000 AM -200 PM Located just north east of Minneapolis/St. Paul, it is worth the drive to visit the Lake Elmo Inn restaurant. A quaint little place, the Lake Elmo Inn reflects the cozy feel of the town in which it is located. The regular menu consists of up scale dishes including steaks, fish and lamb. For it's size, the Lake Elmo Inn boasts a very impressive wine list. Sunday brunch is purely gourmet yet Minnesota friendly. Due to space limitations and out of this world cuisine, reservations are recommended and are usually booked two to three weeks in advance.
Sunday Brunch is $16.95 per person.
Holiday schedule: New Years' Day - Closed, Valentines Day - open, Easter - open, Thanksgiving - closed, Christmas Eve - open, Christmas Day - closed, New Years Eve - open.
AFTON HOUSE RESTAURANT and CRUISE 3921 St. Croix Tr. Afton, MN 55105 651.436.8883 Hours: (Mon-Sat) 500 PM - 1000 PM, (Sun) 930 AM - 1000 PM Sunday Brunch at the restaurant is 930 AM - 130 PM Sunday Brunch Cruise is from 1200 PM - 200 PM The Afton House, located in beautiful Afton, Minnesota, is a mere 20-30 minute drive from the St. Paul area. Their brunch offering comes in two styles; in house dining or a cruise along the magnificent St. Croix river. A lovely little place built in 1887, The Afton House offers rivertown romance combined with country style hospitality. The restaurant offers a nice selection of egg dishes, muffins, fruit and champagne. The Sunday brunch cruise is a delightful two hour dining cruise on the St. Croix River. Brunch includes egg dishes, meats, muffins, fruit, pastry items and mimosa champagne. The cruise departs from Hudson, Wisconsin (a border city located on the East side of the river), cruises to Afton and then back to Hudson.
Sunday Brunch in house is $12.95 per person. Sunday Brunch Cruise is $23.95 per person. Cruise must be paid for in advance; credit card or mailed check is accepted.
Holiday schedule: New Years' Day - Closed, Valentines Day - open, Easter - open, Thanksgiving - closed, Christmas Eve - open, Christmas Day - closed, New Years Eve - open.
The Top List of Best Brunches - Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN