BRUNCH LOVERS: Here are 10 “must try” brunch spots in Bham according to our followers

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Mouth-watering brunch spread at Ruby Sunshine. (Bham Now)

The people of Birmingham are passionate about brunch!

We asked YOU on our Facebook page and 240 followers replied: “Where is your favorite spot to go out to brunch in Bham?”

Keep reading to hear 10 Bham brunch spots that you HAVE to try.

Big Bad Breakfast

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Okay… I get the hype now WOW! (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

We will start our list off with a total Bham favorite— Big Bad Breakfast.

Big Bad Breakfast loves to help you start your day off right. With homemade Bloody Marys and an honestly overwhelming breakfast/lunch menu, you will definitely NOT leave hungry!

Location: 1926 29th Ave S, Homewood, AL 35209

Hours: Open everyday 7a-2:30p

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SoHo Standard

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I’m already getting hungry and this is only the second one… (@mckelveyandco/Soho Standard Facebook)

Next up, we’ve got SoHo Standard.

Their “relaxed vibe and friendly service” attracts a lot of Bham brunch lovers.

Our followers said, “We went for brunch last weekend. The food is fabulous and I love that they open at 10 on Saturday AND Sunday. Honestly the best!”

Now serving bottomless tapas and complimentary mimosas Saturday & Sunday for brunch from 10-2.

Okay… I’m convinced. I’ll see y’all there!

Location: 1830 29th Ave S #175, Homewood, AL 35209

Hours:

Mon-Fri 4p-10p

Sat 10a-2:30p, 4p-10p

Sun 10a-2:30p

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Flying Biscuit Cafe

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Yes please. (Jacob Blankenship/Bham Now)

Flying Biscuit Cafe is more than just biscuits!

From their “Hangover Hash” to their stuffed French toast breakfast, this is a one-stop shop for all things brunch.

Our followers said, “The BEST brunch in Birmingham.”

Location: 3419 Colonnade Pkwy #100, Birmingham, AL 35243

Hours:

Mon-Fri 7a-2p

Sat/Sun 7a-3p

Website | Instagram | Facebook

Rojo

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Queso with a side of tacos sounds good to me. (Rojo)

Both Latin + American menus at this office fav— Rojo!

Our followers said, “Rojo is perfect for an all-day brunch that runs into dinner and later!”

From brunch into dinner, Rojo’s got it all.

Location: 2921 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL 35205

Hours:

Closed Monday

Tue-Sun 11a-10p

Brunch: Sat/Sun 11a-3p

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Automatic Seafood and Oysters

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Let’s eat! (Cecilia Wood / Bham Now)

Automatic has a variety of seafood dishes sourced from the Gulf of Mexico.

This elegant space is a great spot for a brunch date with friends and family.

Location: 2824 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233

Hours:

Mon-Fri 4p-10p

Sat/Sun 10a-2p, 4p-10p

Website | Instagram | Facebook

FIVE Bar

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Five Bar Bloody Mary and Five Burrito. (Pat Byington / Bham Now)

Join FIVE Bar every weekend for their fun + funky Jazz Brunch!

I don’t know about y’all, but their caramel apple beignets are calling my name.

Our followers said, “FIVE has great food and live jazz.”

Location: 744 29th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233

Hours:

Closed Monday- Wednesday

Thur 5p-9p

Fri 5p-10p

Sat 10a-3p, 5p-10p

Sun 10a-3p, 5p-9p

Website | Instagram | Facebook

First Watch

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Brunchin’ is a sport. (First Watch/ Instagram).

With constant seasonal menu updates, First Watch always has something new to try.

Sweet + savory brunch items available for every mood you’re in!

Location: 700 Montgomery Hwy #188, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

Hours: Open everyday 7a-2:30p

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Ruby Sunshine

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Having FOMO from this picture… (Bham Now)

Join “That Brunch Life” with Ruby Sunshine.

This is also a total Magic City favorite for the Bham brunch scene.

Stop by and grab a classic Southern breakfast or even try something new!

Location: 1017 Oxmoor Rd, Birmingham, AL 35209

Hours:

Mon-Fri 7a-2p

Sat/Sun 7a-3p

Website | Instagram | Facebook

The Essential

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Nothing better than an egg on toast. ( Anna Miller / @annamillersvsco)

In case you didn’t know, The Essential is an ultimate brunch location.

With a great vibe and delicious menu, you’re missing out if you’ve never been.

Our followers said, “The Essential is Birmingham’s best kept secret.”

Location: 2018 Morris Ave, Birmingham, AL 35203

Hours:

Closed Monday

Tues-Fri 11a-10p

Sat 9a-10p

Sun 9a-2p

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Trattoria ZaZa

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Look at that! (Zoe Hughes/Bham Now)

Last, but certainly not least, you should grab brunch at ZaZa!

With fabulous weekend brunch, if you haven’t already visited, you NEED to.

Location: 207A 20th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203

Hours:

Mon-Fri 11a-9p

Sat 10a-2p, 4p-9p

Sun 10a-2p

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Have you tried any or all of these places? Let us know @bhamnow!

Julia Sager
Julia Sager
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