Best Brunch Spots in South Florida
Any Time of the Year is Good for Brunch
Any time of the year is good to enjoy brunch in South Florida, but it’s particularly fun during the holiday season when friends and family are in town. You can head out on a Saturday or Sunday to savor a traditional spread of yum offerings like eggs Benedict, pancakes, waffles, french toast, and omelets. And don’t forget the bottomless mimosas!
Reader Nominations
That got us wondering: Where do our readers go to get their brunch fix in Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade counties? For the December installment in our Best of South Florida Dining series, we asked you to tell us about your favorite spots during the two-week nomination round, and you delivered, letting us know about your most satisfying experiences — from places with all-you-can-eat options to specialty cocktails and coffee drinks.
Top-Five Brunch Spots
The top-five, most-nominated restaurants that serve brunch, in alphabetical order, are:
What Brunch Fans Say
Blue Moon Fish Co.
Hollywood resident Laura Wicks gushed about several aspects of Blue Moon Fish Co.’s brunch in her nomination form: "On the water and beautiful! Food is outstanding and the drinks are as well. Good for families, girls’ brunch. Also romantic, so take your special person. Did I say the food is amazing!?!?! Highly recommend!"
Boatyard
Brandi Palpant, of Plantation, was among those who nominated Boatyard and had this to say: "Solid brunch menu. Twists on brunch classics, bottomless [drinks] and waterfront views."
Java & Jam
Brittany Clark, of Fort Lauderdale, thinks her city has the best brunch spot. She nominated Java & Jam: "Love the seasonal and holiday cocktail/mocktail menu, and the food is always so good!"
Kristoff’s Kafe
Over at Kristoff’s Kafe, several varieties of french toast were lauded.
"It’s the food and the staff. The food is super delicious," wrote Davie resident Stacy Brown. "The challah french toast is a family favorite! We can’t eat french toast any other way no matter where we go! The service is quick and food is always served hot. It’s the best spot in Davie for some great food!"
Torno Subito
And Miami’s Patricia Alminana commended her city’s Torno Subito: "Excellent food. Amazing service. Live music."
Cast Your Vote
Now it’s time for you to decide which South Florida spot will take the crown for best brunch! With everyone busy enjoying the holiday season, we’re gifting readers with an extra week to make their choice. Fill out the form below to cast your vote by Sunday, January 5.
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Conclusion
The holiday season is the perfect time to enjoy a delicious brunch with friends and family. With so many great options in South Florida, it’s no wonder our readers had a hard time choosing just one favorite spot. Cast your vote and help us crown the best brunch spot in South Florida!
FAQs
Q: What are the top-five brunch spots in South Florida?
A: The top-five, most-nominated restaurants that serve brunch, in alphabetical order, are Blue Moon Fish Co., Boatyard, Java & Jam, Kristoff’s Kafe, and Torno Subito.
Q: What makes Blue Moon Fish Co.’s brunch stand out?
A: According to Laura Wicks, Blue Moon Fish Co.’s brunch offers a beautiful waterfront view, outstanding food, and excellent drinks.
Q: Can I still vote for my favorite brunch spot?
A: Yes, you can cast your vote by filling out the form below by Sunday, January 5.
