Reviewed by: Callie Morrison
11 staples for brunch lovers in the Magic City
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Calling all brunch lovers! We’ve got a list of must-try sports around Birmingham to satisfy all of your brunch cravings.
1. Frothy Monkey
From delicious breakfast bagels to their omelets and everything in between, you’re bound to find something delicious on the menu at Frothy Monkey.
- Locations: Homewood | Downtown Birmingham
- Hours: Daily 7AM-9PM
- Instagram | Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: Farm Breakfast
2. Another Broken Egg
Another Broken Egg has everything a brunch lover could ever want. With so much to choose from, you can try something new every time you go.
3. Ruby Sunshine
The Bham brunch scene is not complete without Ruby Sunshine. Their menu is top-notch and everyone is guaranteed to find something they’ll love.
- Locations: Homewood | Brook Highland Plaza
- Hours: Daily 7AM-2PM
- Instagram | Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: French Toast Bites
4. The Flying Biscuit Cafe
The Flying Biscuit Cafe is more than just biscuits. Their all-day breakfast menu is one that Birmingham locals can’t get enough of.
- Address
- Hours: Mon-Fri 7AM-2PM | Sat-Sun 7AM-3PM
- Instagram | Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: Three Amigos Breakfast Tacos
5. ROJO
What better way to start your weekend than with brunch at Rojo? Both Latin and American menus are available to ensure that you find the perfect meal.
- Address
- Hours: Mon Closed | Tues-Sun 11AM-10PM
- Brunch is offered Sat-Sun 11AM-3PM
- Instagram | Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: The Lumberjack
6. Original Pancake House
The Original Pancake House has been a Birmingham favorite for over 30 years. The blueberry pancakes are a fan favorite so definitely give them a try.
- Address
- Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30AM-2PM | Sat-Sun 7AM-2:30PM
- Instagram | Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: Fresh Fruit Crepe
7. Big Bad Breakfast
Brunch at Big Bad Breakfast is a must-try if you’re in the Birmingham area. It is a personal favorite among our team and we recommend trying the low country skillet.
- Locations: Homewood | US-280
- Hours: Daily 7AM-2:30PM
- Instagram | Homewood Facebook | US-280 Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: Mother of All Biscuits
8. The Essential
The food and vibes at The Essential can’t be beat. Everything about this one-stop shop for all things brunch attracts breakfast lovers from all over.
- Address
- Hours: Mon-Fri 4PM-10PM | Sat-Sun 9AM-2PM, 5PM-10PM
- Brunch is served Sat-Sun 9AM-2PM
- Instagram | Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: Essential Hash
9. Avondale Common House
The Avondale Common House offers a scrumptious brunch menu that is talked about all over Bham. Their unique menu offers lots of options for everyone that stops by.
- Address
- Hours: Mon Closed | Sun-Thurs 11AM-9PM | Fri-Sat 11AM-10PM
- Sunday brunch is served from 11AM-3PM
- Instagram | Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: Brunch BLT
10. Porch
Nothing’s better than an outdoor brunch on a warm spring morning. Porch offers everything brunch lovers could dream of. Their porch breakfast meal is delicious, but if you’re craving something sweet, give the brioche french toast a try.
- Address
- Hours: Mon Closed | Tues-Thurs 4PM-9PM | Fri-Sat 11AM-9PM
- Their brunch is served on Sundays
- Instagram | Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: Truffled Farro Bowl
11. Culinary Dropout
A recent addition to The Summit, Culinary Dropout, has quickly become a new Birmingham favorite. Their menu takes your typical weekend brunch up a notch.
- Address
- Hours: Mon-Fri 11AM-11PM | Sat 10AM-11PM | Sun 10AM-10PM
- Their brunch menu is served Sat-Sun from 11AM-3PM
- Instagram | Facebook
- Menu
- Our pick: House Smoked Salmon
Cala Coffee Co.
Guess what? Cala Coffee Co. is now offering brunch every weekend! Stop by Friday-Sunday to try out their new brunch menu.
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What did we miss? Tag us @bhamnow + let us know your favorite brunch spot in Birmingham!
