If you’re in the mood for a leisurely brunch in Connecticut, Fairfield County and New Haven County have many options to satisfy your cravings. From quaint cafes to upscale dining, here’s your guide to some of the best brunch spots in the area.
Fairfield County:
TRUMBULL
Ecco Wine Bar
6540 Main St 203-945-0775
Come to Ecco Wine Bar to enjoy their mimosa flight and brunch! Their mimosa flight is perfect for those who want to try all the different flavors! Brunch is served Sunday only from 11-3pm. Check out their menu here.
Prime One Eleven
51 Monroe Turnpike (203) 220-6615
Check out this amazing menu served from 11-3 pm on Sundays at Prime One Eleven! This is the perfect spot for brunch!
BRIDGEPORT
Castle Black Rock
3171 Fairfield Ave (203) 292-8410
Have you ever been to a restaurant that serves a full English breakfast? Come to Castle Black Rock to try it for yourself! Join them for brunch every Sunday from 11-3:30. Check out their menu here.
Harborview Market
218 Harborview Avenue 203-367-7336
Harborview Market is perfect for a grab-and-go or a sit-down brunch! They offer flavored coffee, sandwiches, soups and so much more. Check out their menu here. Open at 6:00 am every day!
Boca Oyster Bar
10 E Main St (203) 612-4848
Stop by Boca Oyster Bar for a delicious brunch!! Don’t skip out on their lobster benedict, chicken and waffles, and their vanilla bean french toast. Brunch is served every Sunday from 11:30-2. Check out their menu here. Make your reservation here.
Fire Engine Pizza Co
2914 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport CT 203-333-3473
768 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 203-929-3474
Fire Engine Pizza Co is another great option for bottomless drinks at $15.99! Come try their famous breakfast pizza every Sunday from 10:30-2:30 pm. Check out their menu here.
Hub & Spoke
3001 Fairfield Ave 203-345-9110
Hub & Spoke is known for serving up the best brunch in town! From classic brunch favorites like pancakes and omelets to creative dishes like avocado toast and breakfast tacos, their menu has something for everyone. Join them for their brunch buffet starting at 11:00 am! From a waffle station to a raw bar to fresh pastries, they have everything you need for a perfect brunch. It is $45 per person and $20 for 12 and under. They are also offering complimentary mimosas and bloody mary’s!! Seems like the perfect deal to us! Make your reservations here.
FAIRFIELD
Bodega Taco Bar
1700 Post Rd (203) 292-9590
Have yourself a brunch fiesta at Bodega Taco Bar in Fairfield! From brunchamole to chilaquiles to breakfast tacos they have it all! They also offer half-off drinks during brunch hours! Brunch is served Friday, Saturday, & Sunday from 11:30-3pm. Check out their menu here.
Centro Ristorante & Bar
1435 Post Rd (203) 255-1210
Stop by Centro Ristorante & Bar for some delicious cocktails and brunch! From omelets to waffles to even pasta and pizza they have something for everyone. Check out their menu here. Sunday brunch is served at 11:00-3 pm.
Fairfield Social
116 Post Rd 203-292-8866
Come visit Fairfield Social for unlimited mimosas, bellinis, and bloody marys for $23.99 per person! This is the perfect spot for brunch with your family and friends. Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday from 11-3 pm. Check out their delicious menu here. Book your reservation here.
Little Goose
397 Commerce Dr 203.296.9789
Little Goose in Fairfield is serving up some brunch classics! From french toast to eggs benedict, they have it all! Brunch is only on Sundays from 11:00 am- 3:00 pm. Check out their brunch menu here.
The Chelsea
12 Unquowa Pl (203) 254-8200
The Chelsea is a popular dining destination in Fairfield, offering a mix of American cuisine in a modern, upscale setting. They do not play around when it comes to brunch! Their menu changes seasonally so make sure to check out their autumn frittata! Brunch is served every Saturday & Sunday from 11am – 3pm. Check out their menu here.
Local Kitchen & Beer Bar
85 Mill Plain Rd 203-955-1920
Did someone say bottomless? Local Kitchen & Beer Bar offers a variety of bottomless mimosas from peach strawberry to wild raspberry to classic orange juice. Bottomless is offered from 11:30 am -2:30 pm. Enjoy your mimosas along with their delicious brunch options. Check out their menu here!
Boca Grille and Raw Bar
2425 Morehouse Hwy (203) 292-5768
Indulge in a coastal-inspired brunch experience at Boca Grille, where fresh and flavorful dishes take center stage. Brunch is only served on Sundays from 11:30-3 pm. Check out their menu here. Make your reservation here.
Gruel Britannia
2217 Post Road 203-292-6466
Enjoy brunch with an afternoon tea at Gruel Britannia! Open every day for brunch from 8:00-4:00 pm. Check out their menu here.
Gabagool Wine Bar
70 Reef Rd (203) 254-2070
Did someone say bottomless mimosas? Gabagool offers a relaxed atmosphere for brunch served on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:30-3:00 pm! Check out their menu here. Make your reservations here.
Old Post Tavern
1418 Post Rd (203) 292-8631
Old Post Tavern is your next brunch spot with cocktails and delicious food! Check out their menu here. Open for brunch on Sundays from 11-3 pm.
Little Pub
2133 Black Rock Tpke, Fairfield CT 203-612-4567
10 Washington Pkwy, Stratford CT 203-612-7523
Brunch is served at Little Pub in Fairfield and Stratford! Visit their website here to see their menu!
SOUTHPORT
Artisan
275 Old Post Rd 203.307.4222
Artisan in Southport hosts brunch every Sunday!! Come savor their decadent dishes from chicken & waffles to orange & brandy french toast to a fresh Maine lobster roll. Artisan is the perfect spot for an upscale brunch! Check out their menu here. Make your reservation here.
The Gray Goose
246 Old Post Rd (203) 292-8779
The Gray Goose in Southport serves up some of the best brunch plates and cocktails! Make your way down any Saturday or Sunday from 11-3 pm to enjoy what they have to offer. Visit their menu here.
Blackstones Grille
2600 Post Rd, Southport, CT
(203) 955-1470
181 Main St, Norwalk, CT
(203) 840-9020
101 Broad St, Stamford, CT
(203) 595-5415
28 West Putnam, Greenwich CT
(203) 661-8700
Come to Blackstones Steakhouse for Unlimited Mimosas, Bloody Marys and house margaritas for $19.50 per person! Brunch is offered on Saturday-Sunday from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm. Check out their menu here. Make your reservation here.
WESTPORT
Don Memo
90 Post Rd E (203) 557-6198
Authentic Mexican brunch at Don Memo!! Brunch is served on Friday-Saturday from 12-3 and on Sunday from 11:30-3. Check out their menu here. Make your reservation here.
Mexicue
38 Main St Westport (203) 275-0010
15 Hbr Pt Rd Stamford, CT (475) 250-1700
Visit Mexicue for an authentic Mexican brunch!! Brunch is on Saturday’s and Sunday’s from 11-3 pm at both locations. Check out their menu here.
Mrs. London’s (Westport, CT)
44 Church Ln (203) 557-0299
Stop by Mrs. London’s for delicious pastries from 7-6 pm seven days a week! Check out their menu here.
Nomade (Westport, CT)
150 Main St (203) 557-9577
Nomade in Westport offers brunch with a fusion of many different flavors on Saturday-Sunday from 11-3 pm. Check out their menu here.
Original Pancake House (Westport, CT)
43 Main St (203) 635-6233
If you are a pancake lover this is the place for you! They have so many different types of pancakes and even flavored syrups! Check out their menu here. Open seven days a week from 7-2 pm Monday through Friday and 7-3 pm on the weekends!
Terrain Cafe
561 Post Rd E (203) 226-2732
Set within a beautiful garden center, Terrain Cafe offers farm-to-table brunch dishes with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Brunch is always Monday-Thursday from 10:00 am-4:00 pm, and Friday-Sunday from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Check out their brunch menu here.
Little Barn (Westport and Shelton, CT)
1050 Post Rd E Westport, CT (203) 557-8501
901 Bridgeport Ave Shelton, CT (203) 513-2682
Little Barn has two locations and is serving brunch at both! Check out their menu here! They are serving brunch on the weekends from 11-3 pm.
Gabriele’s Of Westport
27 Powers Ct (203) 454-4922
For a steakhouse, Gabriele’s has a pretty impressive brunch menu. Some favorites you need to check out are their coconut-crusted french toast, maple bourbon chicken and waffles, and lobster avocado toast! Check out the rest of the menu here. Available every Saturday & Sunday from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm!
Granola Bar
275 Post Rd E Westport, CT (203) 557-0945
1020 Boston Post Rd Darien, CT (475) 328-0994
1876 Black Rock Tpke Fairfield, CT (203) 692-4311
41 Greenwich Ave Greenwich CT (203) 883-5220
700 Canal St Stamford CT (203) 883-0304
Visit Granola Bar in various locations for a delicious brunch! Check out their menu here. Open every day from 7:00 am- 3:00 pm!
La Plage
260 Compo Road South 203.684.6232
La Plage is renowned for its waterfront dining and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine that focuses on using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients. Brunch is always Saturday & Sunday from 11:30 – 2:30 pm. Try out all their fresh seafood in one with their seafood tower! Check out their brunch menu here.
Photo courtesy of La Plage
The Boathouse At Saugatuck
521 Riverside Ave (203) 227-3399
Visit The Boathouse At Saugatuck for a delicious waterfront brunch! Check out their menu here. They are open for brunch on Sunday’s from 11-2:30 pm. Make your reservation here!
Zucca Gastrobar
30 Charles St (203) 349-5227
Embark on a culinary journey at Zucca Gastrobar, where traditional Italian delights are reimagined with a modern flair. Make your reservation here. Check out their menu here. They are open for brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30-3 pm!
Spotted Horse Tavern
26 Church Ln, Westport, CT (203) 557-9393
100 Commerce Dr 475-269-2648
Spotted Horse Tavern combines the warmth of a traditional American tavern with a modern twist, creating a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere for brunch! Brunch is served on Sundays only from 11am-3pm. Check out their menu here.
Walrus Alley
90 Post Rd E 203-333-2733
Walrus Alley is taking their infamous barbeque and combining it with breakfast to create an unbelievable brunch experience! Brunch is served on Sundays from 11:30-3:00. Come try their delicious menu items like pulled pork benedict, smoked brisket hash and eggs, and more! Check out their menu here.
Photo courtesy of Walrus Alley
NEWTOWN
Marygold’s On Main
19 Main St (203) 491-2998
Marygold’s On Main offers a classic brunch spread on Saturday and Sunday from 11-3 pm! Check out their menu here.
Foundry Kitchen & Tavern
1 Glen Rd (203) 491-2030
This relaxed upscale pub is the perfect spot to enjoy a lovely brunch with unique dishes! Brunch is on Saturday & Sunday from 11:30-3. Check out their menu here. Make your reservation here.
BETHEL
La Zingara
8 P T Barnum Square (203) 744-7500
Come to La Zingara for 3 courses for $27 per person and $18 for bottomless mimosas! Brunch is served every Sunday from 11-3. Check out their menu here.
RIDGEFIELD
Bailey’s Backyard
23 Bailey Ave 203-431-0796
Bailey’s Backyard is a haven for brunch enthusiasts! Bailey’s Backyard offers a delightful fusion of flavors in a charming setting. They also get their products from local farmers! Check out their menu here. They serve brunch on Wednesdays-Sundays from 11:00-3:00. Make your reservation here.
Terra Sole (Ridgefield, CT)
3 Big Shop Ln (203) 438-5352
Terra Sole in Ridgefield is serving brunch every Friday-Sunday from 12-4 pm! Make your reservation here. Check out their menu here.
The Benjamin
20 West Ln (475) 275-6001
The Benjamin in Ridgefield is serving brunch every Sunday from 11:30-2:30 pm! The restaurant is named after America’s most famous founding father, Benjamin Franklin. While on trips to Paris, he would bring back the French culture, food and wine, and share it with our new nation. Dishes like Potato Lyonnaise and Crème Brulée were the first of his favorites he shared with America. The Benjamin reflects that bridged gap between the two countries’ cultures. Check out their menu here. Make your reservation here.
NORWALK
Caffe Social
73 N Main St (203) 939-9523
Visit Caffe Social for the most eggstreme brunch you’ve ever had! Their menu is filled with creative dishes like their BLT french toast, sin-a-bun, greek benny and more! Check out their menu here. Breakfast is served all day from Monday to Thursday: 9AM – 8PM and Friday to Sunday: 9AM – 4PM.
Valencia Lunceria
164 Main St (203) 846-8009
Valencia Lunceria in Norwalk is serving brunch every Friday-Sunday from 8-4 pm! They are constantly creating new and diverse dishes through inspiration as well as a natural awareness for food combinations! Check out their menu here.
Pinstripes
100 N Water St Suite 3300 (475) 470-0600
Pinstripes in Norwalk is serving brunch every Saturday-Sunday from 10-3 pm! Enjoy their bottomless mimosas and aperol spritzes! Make your reservation here. Check out their menu!
Public Wine Bar
88 Washington St (203) 939-9995
Every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30-3 pm, Public Wine Bar is serving up some of the best brunch in town with $12 bottomless mimosas! Make your reservation here. Check out their menu! Their kitchen is actually open till midnight Sunday through Thursday for late night food as well!
Photo courtesy of Public Wine Bar
The Spread
127 Washington St (203) 939-1111
Known for its diverse menu, The Spread offers brunch classics with a twist, including a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar! They are serving brunch every Saturday-Sunday from 11:00 am- 3:30 pm. Check out their brunch menu here.
SOUTH NORWALK
Evarito’s
16 North Main St (203)-939-1620
Thinking of having brunch with a Mexican twist? Evarito’s has to be on your list! Brunch is always on Saturday & Sunday from 12-4 PM. Check out their brunch menu here!
Photo courtesy of Evarito’s
Washington Prime
141 Washington St (203) 857-1314
Washington Prime is serving brunch every Sunday from 12-3 pm! They have won “Best Brunch in Fairfield County Readers Pick” on 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 (second in the state of CT), 2022, and 2023! Check out their menu here. Make your reservation here.
NEW CANAAN
At The Station- The South End Restaurant Group
36 Pine St 203-966-5200
Looking for a brunch with a seafood flare? This is definitely a spot to check out! They serve brunch on Sundays from 11-2! Check out their menu here. Make your reservation here.
Elm
73 Elm St (203) 920-4994
Check out this seafood-inspired brunch at Elm! Make sure to try their raw bar, you wont regret it! Brunch is on Saturdays and Sundays from 11-3:30 pm. Click here for the menu. Make your reservation here.
Rosie
27 Elm St (203) 966-8998
Rosie is serving brunch on Tuesday – Saturday from 8:30 – 4 pm and on Sunday from 9 am – 3 pm. Check out their menu here.
Spiga Wine Bar & Salumeria
136 Main St (203) 920-1351
Spiga Wine Bar & Salumeria is serving brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11-3 pm! Their extensive menu holds something for everyone. Check out their menu here.
STAMFORD
The Wheel
4 Star Point Suite 101 475-270-1300
End the weekend right with brunch at The Wheel! Start off with their seafood tower packed with fresh oysters, shrimp, tuna, and more. Brunch is offered on Saturdays from 11:00 am-3:00 pm and Sundays from 10:00am-3:00 pm. Check out their menu here.
Zaza Italian Gastrobar
122 Broad St (203) 348-2300
Conveniently located on the corner of Broad Street in Stamford, ZAZA is the perfect place to enjoy brunch! They are open for brunch on Saturday’s and Sunday’s from 11:45-2:30 pm. Check out their menu here.
Lucky’s Classic
209 Bedford St (203) 978-0268
Lucky’s Classic has bottomless mimosas with brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 10:30-2 pm! Make your reservation here. Check out their menu!
Madonia Restaurant & Bar
1297 Long Ridge Rd (203) 322-8870
Madonia Restaurant & Bar serves brunch on Sundays from 11-3 pm! Check out their menu here.
GREENWICH
Lugano Salumeria & Wine Bar
1392 E Putnam Ave (203) 990-0955
Lugano Salumeria & Wine Bar offers a family style brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30-3 pm! Check out their menu here.
L’Escale
500 Steamboat Rd (203) 661-4600
L’Escale has a mix of seafood and classic brunch items! Check out their menu here. Brunch is served on Sundays from 11-3! Make your reservation here.
New Haven County:
BRANFORD
Nellie’s
50 Maple St 203-208-0013
Nellie’s in Branford offers a fresh take on casual waterfront dining. Their menu is a mix of SoCal & classic New England cuisines while also offering a variety of vegan, vegetarian & gluten free options to suit any dietary preferences. Check out their brunch menu here. Brunch is offered on the weekends from 12:00 pm- 2:00 pm.
Local Branford
850 W Main St (203) 481-2739
Local Branford has a delicious weekend brunch from 11-3! They also have a sister restaurant in Fairfield called Local Fairfield. Check out their menu here.
Hidden Kitchen Route 80
2341 Foxon Rd 203-315-0099
Hidden Kitchen Route 80 has an extensive menu filled with delicious menu items that will cure everyone’s cravings. From waffles to eggs benedict to breakfast burritos they have it all! They even have several types of mimosas like their limoncello mimosa, rainbows and unicorns mimosa, and a maple syrup mimosa! Check out their menu here. Brunch is served Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 am- 2:00 pm.
NEW HAVEN
Barracuda Bistro & Bar
1180 Chapel St 203-691-5696
Barracuda Bistro & Bar is a chic Mediterranean-inspired restaurant with a brunch menu that includes unique cocktails and tapas-style dishes. Brunch is served from 10am – 3pm on Sundays. Check out their menu here.
The Place 2 Be
338 Elm St 203-745-3657
This is the place to be for sure! Brunch is served all day from 7:00 am- 8:00 pm. Come try out their new fall brunch items like their apple cider mimosa, apple pie milkshake, and caramel apple pancakes! Check out their amazing menu here.
Shell & Bone Oyster Bar & Grill
100 S Water St 203-787-3466
Enjoy a delicious waterfront brunch at Shell & Bone Oyster Bar & Grill! Brunch is served Saturday & Sunday from 11:00am – 2:30pm. Check out their menu here.
Bella’s Cafe
896 Whalley Ave 203-387-7107
Bella’s Cafe is the perfect spot for a warm and comforting brunch. Check out their fall menu items like their apple crisp french toast! Brunch is open from 8:00 am- 2:00 pm. Check out their menu here.
Elm City Social
266 College St 475-441-7436
Check out Elm City Social for an unbelievable brunch experience! They have an extensive menu that’s guaranteed to target everyone’s taste buds! Brunch is offered from Friday – Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Check out their menu here.
Pistachio Cafe
911 Whalley Ave 203-800-4262
Pistachio Cafe is a warm, comforting, and relaxing cafe located in New Haven, CT. This is the perfect spot to enjoy their delicious brunch while getting some studying done, or even just hanging out with some friends. Brunch is served daily from Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-3 pm and Friday-Sunday 8:30 am-5 pm. Check out their menu here.
MILFORD
Stonebridge Restaurant
50 Daniel St 203-874-7947
Stonebridge Restaurant is another great option for brunch with a view! Come try their infamous Maine lobster scramble and pair it with a fresh mimosa. Brunch is served from 11:00am – 2:30pm on Sundays. Check out their menu here
Village Bistro Restaurant
141 Merwin Ave 203-882-0022
Village Bistro needs to be your next brunch spot! They have many unique options like their bavarian coffee, malibu toast, and a wide variety of brunch cocktails. Check out their menu here. Brunch is available Saturdays and Sundays from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm.
SHELTON
Center Street Social
127 Center St (203) 513-8005
Center Street Social is serving up some classic brunch dishes every day besides Monday from 11-3 pm. Check out their menu here!
Matto Wine Bar
385 Bridgeport Ave (203) 513-8554
Matto Wine Bar is serving up classic brunch items on Sundays from 11-3 pm! Check out their menu!
Marketplace
811 Bridgeport Ave Shelton CT (203) 538-5524
32 Church Hill Rd Newtown CT (203) 491-2993
33 Mill Plain Rd Danbury CT (203) 616-5836
641 Main St S Woodbury CT (203) 586-1215
Marketplace is serving brunch in various locations every day from opening till 3:00 pm! They have classic brunch items that are perfect for everyone. Check out their menu!