The 22 Best Places to Eat Brunch Right Now
The arrival of spring in New York City means you’ll likely find yourself three mimosas in, with a plate of eggs benedict in front of you, at 1:30 in the afternoon sometime in the very near future. Brunch, the hybrid meal that inspires Instagram pictures and fills sidewalks and backyard gardens with outdoor diners, is a staple this time of year.
Even if you’re not a brunch enthusiast, chances are you’ll have a few weekend afternoons marked off on your calendar for a group outing with friends or family. When that time comes, you’ll want to know the spots in the neighborhood that serve up the most mouthwatering dishes and the best bang for your buck.
The good news is Astoria truly has something for everyone—from cozy neighborhood haunts serving beloved classics like pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, and avocado toast to local gems offering traditional Turkish, Greek, Mexican, and Italian breakfast fare. There’s certainly no shortage of boozy bottomless drink options either. So, whenever you’re ready to start planning your next outing, we’ve curated a list of the best brunch spots in the neighborhood for your convenience.
The Grand Cafe
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One of Astoria’s most popular destinations for an upbeat and energetic brunch, The Grand continues to draw crowds every weekend with its lively atmosphere, expansive menu, and stylish setting. Known for its high-energy vibe and trendy crowd, the restaurant offers both an indoor dining room with a lounge-like feel and a massive outdoor patio along 30th Avenue that’s perfect for people-watching on sunny afternoons.
Their brunch menu balances classic comfort food with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, featuring standout dishes like steak & eggs, skillet baked eggs, a Mediterranean scramble, and a breakfast burger stacked with savory toppings. Guests with a sweet tooth should try favorites like the Dubai chocolate crepe, banana fosters French toast, or the berrilicious waffles topped with fresh mixed berries. The Grand also shines with its specialty beverage menu, offering traditional Greek-style coffees like Freddo Espresso, Freddo Cappuccino, and frappés, alongside cocktails, sangrias, and bottomless mimosa options perfect for weekend celebrations. Reservations are highly recommended, especially for larger groups, as this neighborhood hotspot tends to fill up quickly during peak brunch hours.
37-01 30th Ave I 718.255.9000 I thegrandastoria.com
Sweet Afton
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Sweet Afton is consistently packed with customers on the weekends, and anyone who has ever been for brunch knows exactly why. On Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm, their delectable brunch menu is full of stellar choices like PB & J French toast sticks, breakfast nachos, shrimp & grits, avocado toast, and a homemade biscuit & egg sandwich. Offering a bottomless drink deal for $25 a person, Sweet Afton really is the perfect neighborhood hangout on weekend afternoons. With a trendy yet rustic interior and a welcoming vibe, you’ll find yourself wanting to stay all day long.
30-09 34th Ave I 718.777.2570 I sweetaftonbar.com I 4.0 out of 5 (Yelp)
Tootles & French
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Astoria’s favorite wine bar, Tootles & French, has a loyal following of devoted customers. Known for fun events and a friendly atmosphere, they shine with their weekend brunch, which is offered from 11am to 3pm. Patrons can sip on a bubbly flight or a handcrafted cocktail like an espresso martini while enjoying a croissant sandwich, tres leches pancakes, a florentine omelette, or any of their other delicious menu items. It is the ideal spot for a cozy and boozy brunch with friends this spring.
3615 Ditmars Blvd I 347.642.3012 I tootlesandfrench.com I 4.3 out of 5 (Yelp)
Honey Fitz
After opening its doors at the beginning of 2025, this authentic Irish pub has become a go-to for Astorians who love good food, creamy pints of Guinness, and a friendly atmosphere. All of this can be found at Honey Fitz seven days a week, but especially on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 4pm when they serve up a bold and flavorful brunch menu. They offer cinnamon swirl pancakes and hot honey biscuits alongside dishes that’ll cure your headache from the night prior, like their “Hangover Hash” and “Full Fitz.” Enjoy with an Irish coffee or indulge in their 90-minute bottomless deal, where you can choose from either beer, mimosas, honey spritzs, or bloody marys.
30-09 Broadway I honeyfitzbar.com I 4.5 out of 5 (Yelp)
Spanglish
A vibrant and chic addition to Ditmars, Spanglish has become a favorite spot for many Astorians. Bringing a Latin flair to brunch, their menu includes chilaquiles, a Mexican omelette, huevos rancheros, and breakfast tacos. They offer a bottomless deal from 12 to 4pm every Saturday and Sunday that comes with one brunch item and one hour of bottomless mimosas, bellinis, or sangrias. It’s an upbeat spot perfect for big groups or anyone who wants to add a little extra heat to their weekend meal.
36-09 Ditmars Blvd I 347.808.0177 I spanglishnyc.com I 4.6 out of 5 (Yelp)
Vesta Trattoria
One of the premier trattorias in Astoria for over 17 years, Vesta’s brunch menu is unlike any other on this list. Featuring items like calabrese ricotta eggs, carbonara mac and cheese, cacio e pepe fries, “Nonna’s Buttermilk Pancakes,” and braised meatballs, it is a must-try for fans of Italian cuisine. Plus, there is an extensive wine list and plenty of creative cocktails to choose from. If you’re not the biggest brunch fan because you’re tired of the same old options, you should get to Vesta on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon between the hours of 12pm and 4pm as soon as possible.
21-02 30th Ave I 718.545.5550 I vestavino.com I 4.3 out of 5 (Yelp)
Victory Garden Café
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Victory Garden’s daily brunch prix-fixe menu is one of the best deals in town. Available from 10am to 4pm every day of the week for $14.95 per person, it’s a must-try for Astorians looking to indulge in a delicious brunch without breaking the bank. Standout menu items include their tsoureki French toast, Mediterranean omelette, traditional spinach pie, and Greek scrambled eggs. Offering patrons a European-style outdoor garden, a meal here will have you feeling like you’ve been transported to Greece.
21-69 Steinway St I 718.274.2087 I victorysweetshop.com I 4.1 out of 5 (Yelp)
Dillingers Pub & Grill
An inviting sports bar famous for its chicken wings, Dillingers is also home to one of the best Sunday brunch deals in all of Astoria. For $21.95, patrons can order one of their exceptional brunch dishes, such as a build-your-own omelette, eggs benedict, or a morning quesadilla, and also enjoy complimentary fresh croissants, coffee, tea, soda, and unlimited mimosas, screwdrivers, and/or bloody marys. If you’re not a boozer, don’t fret about missing out because you can get their dry brunch for just $12.95. Though Dillingers is more known as a great place to watch the game, you shouldn’t ignore this outstanding deal.
4619 30th Ave I 718.956.5601 I @dillingers_astoria I 4.0 out of 5 (Yelp)
Little Flower Cafe
Beloved for its welcoming staff, excellent pastries, and delicious coffee, Little Flower Cafe is a tremendous brunch option for any Astorian. Their famous Firni doughnuts pair perfectly with their exquisite halal bacon, egg, and cheese. Just one bite will make you understand why this cafe is so popular. If you’re looking for a dish that’ll completely fill you up, you must try their lumberjack platter, which comes with pancakes, scrambled eggs, avocado, halal sausage, halal beef bacon, sourdough bread, and hash browns. It is one of the heartiest and most delicious brunch dishes in all of Astoria.
25-35 36th Ave I @littleflowercafe I 4.5 out of 5 (Yelp)
Gata Golosa
Gata Golosa is a Colombian eatery full of flavor and warmth. For their famous $16 bottomless brunch deal, diners can choose from nonstop margaritas, sangria, mimosas, rum punch, or Coney Island pilsners. It’s available on weekends from 12pm to 4pm. Don’t forget to order their authentic Bendeja Paisa, a traditional Colombian dish that comes with white rice, red beans, chorizo, chicharrón, arepa, fried plantains, fried eggs, avocado, and blood sausage. It’ll be one of the best brunches you’ll ever have in Astoria.
30-18 Broadway I 718.806.1493 I gatagolosaastoria.com I 4.0 out of 5 (Yelp)
Amylos Taverna
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With an ambiance perfect for a special occasion or big group outing, and a menu featuring standout dishes made from high-quality ingredients, Amylos is a tremendous upscale brunch option. Their menu features unique and luxurious options like a lobster roll, croque madame, and wild smoked salmon benedict. But their classic Greek omelette is also a tremendous choice for first-time diners. Whatever you do, just be sure to pair your meal with one of the meticulously crafted creations on their impressive cocktail menu.
33-19 Broadway I 718.215.0228 I amylos.com I 4.2 out of 5 (Yelp)
Jack Jones
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Jack Jones is one of the most consistent restaurants in Astoria, so it makes sense that their brunch is among the best in the neighborhood. With a menu featuring classics like a breakfast burger, create-your-own omelette, and chicken and waffles, as well as more unique fare like short rib spring rolls and a traditional Irish breakfast, Jack Jones has so much to offer on Saturdays and Sundays between 10am and 4pm. Their 60-minute bottomless deal is only $20 and, paired with the relaxing and fun vibe always present at this Irish pub, it will have you ready to turn a quick weekend meal into a full-day outing.
38-01 Ditmars Blvd I 929.424.3180 I jackjonesbar.com I 4.4 out of 5 (Yelp)
Il Bambino
If a traditional omelette, bacon egg and cheese, or French toast isn’t what you’re in the mood for on the weekend, then head over to Il Bambino and enjoy one of their unbelievably tasty brunch paninis. Known for their sandwiches, this spot provides the perfect opportunity to stray from the norm while still ordering something reliably delicious on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Highlights include their “Wake and Bake,” which consists of Berkshire smoked ham, scrambled eggs, Tuscan cheese spread, and cracked pepper aioli, and the “Big Smokie,” which comes with scrambled eggs, smoked bacon, chorizo, hot peppers, goat cheese, and BBQ aioli. All of their brunch options are worth trying, though, so you might as well plan your return trip before you’re even finished with whatever you order.
34-08 31st Ave I 718.626.0087 I @ilbambinonyc_ I 4.4 out of 5 (Yelp)
Sanfords
A longstanding establishment that sets out to serve exceptionally well-prepared American comfort food in a casual, trendy environment, Sanfords is a treasure in the neighborhood. They have the impressive distinction of being named one of the top 40 whiskey bars in America by Whisky Advocate, and they also have a magnificent brunch menu available every day from 10am to 4pm. Their entire menu is worth trying, but we would recommend starting with the cinnamon and pecan French toast, the s’mores waffles, or the peanut butter and banana pancakes. If you wish to make your brunch boozy, you can add two mimosas, bellinis, kir royales, screwdrivers, or bloody marys to any dish for $15.
30-13 Broadway I 718.932.9569 I sanfordsnyc.com I 4.0 out of 5 (Yelp)
Off the Hook Raw Bar & Grill
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Prioritizing the use of fresh ingredients in their original recipes, Off the Hook is one of the best dining options in all of Astoria, and their creative brunch is a key factor in that designation. They offer several brunch staples as well as seafood-inspired dishes like shrimp & grits and a lobster quesadilla. The restaurant’s laid-back vibe makes it ideal for a relaxing weekend meal. You might even feel like you’re on vacation, even if it’s only for an hour.
28-08 34th St I 718.721.2112 I offthehooknyc.com I 4.0 out of 5 (Yelp)
La Cevicheria by de Mole
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You don’t have to leave the neighborhood to find some of the best ceviche in all of NYC. An Astoria gem, La Ceveicheria by de Mole’s brunch offerings are equally authentic and delicious. Their bottomless deal costs $56 for food and drink, $40 for just food, and is offered on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 4pm. Standout menu items include their carnitas hash, the “de mole” benedict, and their huevos rancheros. For drinks, customers can choose a mimosa, bellini, margarita, red sangria, white sangria, or a bloody mary prepared with either vodka or tequila. If you’re looking for a flavorful spin on brunch, La Cevicheria definitely deserves a visit.
42-20 30th Ave I 718.777.1655 I demoleastoria.com I 3.9 out of 5 (Yelp)
The Bonnie
A well-known favorite in the neighborhood, The Bonnie is a go-to for many brunch-loving locals. Their boozy bottomless brunch deal is served from 10am to 3:30pm on Saturday and Sunday and includes 90 minutes of either bottomless mimosas, bloody marys, sangria, or Bitburger pilsners for $25. For food, you can’t go wrong with the hot honey fried chicken biscuit, maple smashed s.e.c., steak & eggs, or really any of their mouthwatering menu items. Aside from their bottomless options, patrons can order à la carte brunch beverages such as an Irish coffee, Astoria iced tea, a Michelada, or an Aperol Spritz. If you’re an Astorian who somehow hasn’t tried brunch at The Bonnie already, be sure to amend that mistake soon.
29-12 23rd Ave I 718.274.2105 I thebonnie.com I 4.1 out of 5 (Yelp)
Ruta Oaxaca
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Serving brunch daily from 11am to 4pm, Ruta Oaxaca has some of the best midday dining you can find in Astoria. A favorite of many locals with an affinity for Mexican cuisine, they pack their brunch menu with an authentic vibe and rich flavors. Their take on scrambled eggs, called eggs Oaxaqueños, is accompanied by salsa verde, melted Chihuahua cheese, black beans, fresh avocado, pickled red onions, and cilantro. With a lengthy list of margaritas available as well, this is a can’t-miss brunch option in the neighborhood.
35-03 Broadway I 929.349.1228 I rutaoaxacamex.com I 4.5 out of 5 (Yelp)
Astoria Provisions
As one of the best breakfast restaurants in the neighborhood, it’s no surprise that Astoria Provisions is an elite brunch destination. Their expansive all-day breakfast menu features so many high-quality brunch staples, such as breakfast tacos, shrimp & grits, biscuit sandwiches, Nutella French toast, and chocolate chip pancakes. For anyone who considers themself a breakfast or brunch lover, visiting this welcoming café should be at the top of their to-do list.
12-23 Astoria Blvd I 917.396.4002 I astoriaprovisions.com I 3.8 out of 5 (Yelp)
Truva
If you’re in the mood for something a little different, Truva’s Turkish-style brunch is a refreshing change of pace. The standout item on their diverse menu is their signature Truva breakfast, which consists of a variety of cheeses, beef salami and sausage, olives, and arugula
served alongside a pot of tea or coffee. They also offer a pancake breakfast, Turkish bagels, Turkish menemen, and many more delectable, authentic breakfast and lunch choices. It is a cozy option that comes with big flavor, making it the perfect choice for your next brunch outing.
22-41 31st St I 718.932.6400 I truvany.com I 4.1 out of 5 (Yelp)
Château Le Woof
Calling all dog owners, Château Le Woof is the perfect brunch destination for both you and your pup. With a separate play area for your pooch and a “Brunch With Your Dog” deal that comes with a free mimosa, Château Le Woof is truly one of the best dog-friendly cafés in all of NYC. Their brunch menu is served on weekends from 10am to 3pm. For humans, standout items include the twisted challah French toast and BEC croissant. And dogs can indulge in peanut butter & banana pancakes, “Pupper Cup Ice Cream,” “Doggo Eggs & Bacon,” or any of the other choices on their own “Dog Menu.”
3101 Vernon Blvd I 718.626.9663 I chateaulewoof.com I 4.5 out of 5 (Yelp)
Café Renis
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A delightful and inviting neighborhood favorite, Café Renis offers breakfast and brunch options all day long. Home to magnificently prepared crepes, waffles, and French toast — among other things — this neighborhood favorite will never disappoint. Complete with an Instagram-worthy interior, spending an afternoon at Café Renis is a must for any brunch lover.
47-14 30th Ave I 718.255.1730 I caferenis.com I 4.7 out of 5 (Yelp)
