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City Cafe
The Top List of Best Brunches - Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX
Champagne wishes and caviar dreams.
by Barrett Brown & Ron Good
Nothing compliments a weekend in Dallas/Ft. Worth like a Sunday brunch. Champagne, grapes, wine, and cheeses are just a cluster of the magnificent choices one can expect. Sprawled out like Roman feasts, brunches are the cream of the crop when it comes to high class dining at diminutive pricing.
Bread Winners
3301 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75204
214-754-4940
Mon – Sat 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wed – Sun 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Uptown-area professionals with a penchant for leisurely breakfasts, long menus, and nuanced egg dishes make up the bulk of the clientèle at Bread Winners. Here, brunch offerings run the gamut from omelets (known as “scrambles,” and available in heart-friendly egg white-only versions), banana bread French toast, and muffins to such less orthodox items as smoked salmon bagels with tomato, red onion, capers, and herb cream cheese. Vegetarian offerings abound – one breakfast casserole includes asparagus, artichoke hearts, spinach, and broccoli. During temperate months, the restaurant's patio ranks among the hottest spots in Dallas... figuratively.
Estimated Price Per Person $10 - 20
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Open, New Years Eve-Open
City Cafe
5757 West Lovers Lane
Dallas, Texas 75209
214-351-2233
Mon – Sat 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
Sun 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Daily 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Since 1986, City Cafe has been drawing in consistent crowds from the Park Cities and elsewhere with a combination of understated environs and rotating menu. The permanent brunch offerings are relatively traditional, although each possesses enough trademark flourish to remain memorable - buttermilk pancakes, orange French toast, and notoriously intricate omelets making use of obscure varieties of cheese are among the most popular items. Slightly more unusual offerings include the City One and One, consisting of one egg Benedict and one poached egg served on a crab cake alongside fried potatoes.
Estimated Price Per Person $20 – 50
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
Kathleen's Art Cafe
4021 Preston Road
Plano, Texas 75093
972-312-0011
Mon – Thu 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
Fri – Sat 7:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sun 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
The resounding success of the original Lovers Lane location has since been replicated in Plano, where Kathleen's formula of arts-and-eats continues to win new customers. Here, brunch goes the intricate route; popular dishes include shrimp and grits (jumbo shrimp served with red and green peppers, mushrooms, onions, and bacon, all served upon a bed of country style grits) and breakfast pasta (bacon, fresh basil, tomatoes, creamed eggs, and parmigiano reggiano). On the sweeter end of the spectrum, Kathleen's in-house bakery offers lemon chess pie and a variety of sweet breads.
Estimated Price Per Person $10 – 20
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
Dragonfly
2332 Leonard Street
Dallas, Texas 75201
214-550-9500
Daily 7:00 am – 2:30 pm
5:30 – 11:00 pm
$30 – 55
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Open, New Years Eve-Open
Though Hotel Zaza's award-winning restaurant does indeed feature such traditional breakfast items as pancakes with Vermont maple syrup and apple pastries, weekend brunch tends to veer less towards breakfast than it does lunch. Representative of the menu is the sun dried tomato and cheese ravioli with basil pesto cream and artichokes, as well as the grilled ginger beef with wasabi slather, sesame whipped potatoes, and broccolini & Shiitake demi. And beyond mere mimosas, Dragonfly recommends its Red Resurrection as the “ultimate hangover cure;” it's a modified Bloody Mary mixed with Red Bull.
7 SALSAS
230 N. Denton, Coppell, TX 75019
(972) 462-9006
Hours: (Fri-Sat) 11 am- 11 pm; (Sun-Thu) 11 am- 10 pm; Brunch: (Sun) 10 :30a- 2 pm
7 Salsas offers both Mexican and American flare to their buffet style brunch. This makeshift buffet placed in the bar area offers up the traditional goodies one can expect at a Mexican restaurant such as enchiladas, soups, and various Mexican style chickens. Also presented are the traditional American items that you might not expect at a Mexican restaurant including potatoes, chicken fried steaks, pancakes, and Omelets on order. All the items tried are very fresh, hot, and delicious. The attire is casual as well as the pace and everyone seemed relaxed as they enjoyed a lazy Sunday feast.
Estimate cost per person for brunch = $ 10 .95
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Closed
BLUE MESA GRILL
1600 S. University Dr., Ft. Worth, TX 76107
(817) 332-6372
7700 W. Northwest Hwy., Dallas, TX 75225
(214) 378-8686
5100 Beltline, Addison, TX 75240
(972) 934-0165
Hours: (Mon-Thu) 11 am- 10 pm; (Fri-Sat) 11 am- 11 pm; (Sun) 10 am- 10 pm
Voted best brunch numerous times in publications such as The Dallas Morning News, Dallas Observer, and Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Blue Mesa lives up to the hype. Served from 10 am to 2 :30pm, Blue Mesa delivers the most affordable and delicious brunch within Dallas/Ft. Worth. A sampling of the dishes expected are grilled chicken & steak fajitas, glazed ham, roast turkey, grilled sausage, spicy southwestern Caesar salad, gamebird hash, omelet bar, and pasta bar with much, much more. The all you can eat buffet also includes champagne or mimosas.
Estimate cost per person for brunch = $ 13 .95 adults, $4 .95 children 6 - 10, children under 5 eat free
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Closed
BIRRAPORETTI'S
668 Lincoln Square Center, Arlington, TX 76011
(817) 265-0555
Hours: (Fri-Sat) 11 am- 12 am; (Sun-Thu) 11 am- 11 pm
Birraporetti's in Arlington is a perfect spot for brunch when you want elegance to accompany your meal. Pastries, breads, pizzas, fish, eggs and lasagna share the spotlight with dozens of other brunch favorites. This venue also hosts live jazz that enhances your dining experience even further. Brunch simply feels like heaven with the selection of tastes to fill your plate and the delightful music filling the air. One could occupy a table at this establishment all day, but note that the brunch only runs from 10 :30am- 2 :30pm.
Estimate cost per person for brunch = $ 10 .95 adults, $ 2 .95 for children under 12
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
CROCKETT"S AMERICAN GRILL
5410 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, TX 75240
(972) 934-8400
Hours: (Mon-Sat) 5 :30 pm- 10 pm; (Sun) 10 :30am- 2pm
Crockett's American Grill is a hotel restaurant serving up delicious dishes for hotel guests and walk-in patrons alike. This establishment serves brunch from 10 :30 am to 2 pm and presents their brunch in the classic buffet form. Also including the traditional favorites as that of other buffets, the eggs seemed to have a unique and flavorful taste that I have yet to associate with previous experiences elsewhere. Desserts were another delightful and fresh tasting dish that was very pleasing. A helpful tip when wanting to enjoy your time at Crockett's American Grill would be to make reservations as this restaurant tends to get filled quickly.
Estimate cost per person for brunch = $ 25 .95, $ 14 .95 for children ages 5 to 12
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Closed
OZONA GRILL AND BAR
4615 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 265-9105
Hours: (Mon-Thu) 11 am- 11 pm; (Fri) 11 am- 12 am; (Sat) 8 am- 12 :30am; (Sun) 8 am- 11pm
From 8 am to 2 pm, Ozona Grill and Bar extends their breakfast/brunch to all weekend. At Ozona the menu consists of highlights such as biscuits 'n' gravy, chicken fried steak, eggs, omelets, pancakes, etc. The offerings for kids includes pancakes, French toast sticks, and oatmeal. The beauty of this multi-level complex is the various dining rooms, patios and bars within which makes it one of the areas top college eateries. Tips to escalate your enjoyment are complimentary valet parking and no reservations needed.
Estimate cost per person for brunch = $ 3 .75 - $ 6 .95
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Closed
ZIZIKI'S
4514 Travis St. #122, Dallas, TX 75205 (Travis Walk)
(214) 521-2233
15707 Coit Rd. #A, Dallas, TX 75248 (Spanish Village)
(972) 991-4433
Hours: (Mon-Sat) 11 am- 4 pm; (Sun-Thu) 4 pm- 10 pm; (Fri-Sat) 11 am- 11 pm; (Sun) 11 am- 3 pm
Ziziki's is a Mediterranean restaurant with Greek and Italian specialties. Brunch is served from 11am to 3 pm. Sunday brunch is an all you can eat brunch including dishes like Mediterranean shrimp, house smoked salmon, Greek scrambled eggs, Rigatoni with roasted red bell pepper sauce, and Spanikopita just to name a few selections. The attire is business casual and the surroundings are rich in tone. Outdoor dining is only available at the Travis Walk location. Reservations are accepted during Sunday brunch alone, unless you are reserving for parties of 6 or more any other day of the week.
Estimate cost per person for brunch - $ 21 .95 - $ 24
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Closed
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