Houston’s Brunch Scene Just Got a Lot More Interesting
Houston’s weekend routine has just gotten a whole lot tastier. A wave of new and established restaurants are rolling out fresh takes on the classic weekend brunch, with global influences and creative twists. From Peruvian-Vietnamese fusion to Mediterranean feasts, and from seafood-driven spreads to Italian favorites, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant city.
New Brunch Spots to Check Out
Several new! restaurants have recently launched their brunch menus, offering a range of exciting options. These include:
- Alora Restaurant and Bar, which serves up Peruvian-Vietnamese fusion dishes like Lima Hot Chicken and Pandan French Toast
- Chardon, the fine dining restaurant at the Thompson Hotel, which offers a French-inspired brunch menu featuring classics like Quiche Lorraine and Croque Monsieur
- il Bracco, the Galleria-area Italian spot, which has upgraded its weekend offerings with new bites like zeppole with orange marmalade and shakshuka alla verde
- Maximo, the West U. restaurant, which offers a range of masa-based dishes, including egg Benedict with masa cornbread and cinnamon-sugar coated masa waffles
More Great Brunch Options
In addition to these new spots, several other restaurants are also serving up delicious brunch options. These include:
- Melrose, the Montrose lounge, which offers clever riffs on enduring brunch favorites like charred tomatillo chilaquiles and a breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs and "billionaire’s bacon"
- MF Lobster and Seafood, the Autry Park destination, which aims to elevate Houston’s brunch offerings with dishes like lobster Benedict and wagyu steak and eggs
- Okto, the Mediterranean restaurant, which kicks off Sunday with a late-morning feast of fresh flavors like pan con tomate salad and beet-cured lox
- Relish Restaurant and Bar, the River Oaks staple, which has added brunch to its repertoire with dishes like flaky herb biscuits and Italian baked eggs
Even More Brunch Options to Explore
The brunch options in Houston just keep getting better and better. Other great spots to check out include:
- Santé Lounge, the Upper Kirby lounge, which features an elevated twist on classics like Dubai chocolate croissants and a platter laden with five chilled seafood preparations
- Traveler’s Cart, the international brunch spot, which offers a global tour of flavors with dishes like cinnamon-dusted Morning Churros, Chinese breakfast dumplings, and Turkish cilibir eggs
Conclusion
Houston’s brunch scene has never been more exciting, with a wide range of new and established restaurants offering creative and delicious options. Whether you’re in the mood for Peruvian-Vietnamese fusion, Mediterranean feasts, or seafood-driven spreads, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant city. So why not get out there and start exploring the many great brunch spots Houston has to offer? Your taste buds will thank you!
