Best Brunch Restaurants in Lower East Side

576 restaurants available nearby

1. Big Apple Brunch

4.4

Price: Moderate

• American • Hell's Kitchen

Booked 10 times today

The Big Apple Brunch Series is a Multi-cultural Experience That brings everyone together from all ways of life. We offer chicken and waffles to our Rasta pasta for a taste of the Caribbean culture to our breakfast burrito to give that taste of latin , our menu offers something tasty for everyone to enjoy. This is not your average brunch party we serve up a different experience featuring our live Aerialist performance to A List Djs so prepare yourself for great music , amazing food and dope vibes!21 + to enterOur Menu is Curated by Celebrity Chef Saul Montiel

2. Essex

4.4

Awesome(3207)

Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Lower East Side

Booked 19 times today

Lower East Side pioneer famous for award winning contemporary cuisine, oyster happy hours & NYC's original bottomless brunch party. A vibrant multi-level space in the historic Shapiro's Winery, Essex offers intimate seating as well as group dining and event spaces. Essex's New American Dinner Menu, guided by Chef Steffen Sander, who has helmed some of New York's top Michelin-Starred restaurants, showcases seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients, with extensive vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, as well as burgers & classic steakhouse fare. Our Prime Cuts Menu features shareable Dry Aged and Prime Angus Steaks. Join us for Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinner and indulge in as special Three-Course Christmas Dinner as well as items from our regular dinner menu and kid's menu. Our 25th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration features a three-course dinner with champagne toast and music by DJ Eric Visa. Enjoy our Bonus Bottomless Brunches on Christmas Day & New Year's Day.

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3. San Marzano Pasta Fresca

4.5

Awesome(317)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Village

Booked 20 times today

Dinner Reservations:Every dinner reservation requires a special prix fixe menu for a minimum of two people and a 90-minute seating.$55 per person includes:Unlimited house wine, draft beer, or sangria3 appetizers served family style1 main course per personSunday-Thursday: An additional prix fixe option is available for $40 per person, which includes:The same food options as the $55 menu, but without the unlimited wine/beer/sangriaUnlimited soft drinksBrunch Reservations:Every brunch reservation requires a special prix fixe menu for a minimum of two people and a 90-minute seating.$34 per person includes:Unlimited mimosasDrip coffee1 main course per person (from either the brunch or dinner menu)A $25 virgin prix fixe replaces the unlimited mimosas with juice/soft drinks.A $25 cancellation fee per person applies if the reservation is canceled within 24 hours.A 20% gratuity will be automatically added to each bill for brunch and dinner reservations.

4. North Fork

4.3

Awesome(423)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Village

Booked 20 times today

Welcome to North Fork - an American style Bistro!- Cozy and candlelit restaurant located on a quiet corner in the West Village and often described as a hidden gem and date spot! Bottomless Brunch Saturday and Sunday. Our signature dishes include our Croissant Brisket Burger, Gluten free Lasagna, Wild Boar Bolognese and Thai curry mussels!Voted NYC best places for dinner and Top 5 Best Bottomless brunches in NYC by Eater, Newsweek and Time Out magazines. We serve American accented, elevated food, wines and cocktails. Try our huge list of daily specials including hard to find game meats. TimingsHappy Hour Daily 3-7pm (6:00pm Friday and Saturday)Brunch 11-4pm (Saturday and Sunday)Dinner Daily 5:30-10.30pmLate Bar Till Midnight ($9 cocktails most late nights)

5. The Smith - Nomad

4.6

Exceptional(5850)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gramercy Park

Booked 183 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

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6. Tavern on the Green

4.7

Exceptional(19034)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 223 times today

Dress Code: Smart Casual. Jacket and Tie are Not Required. * We do not permit sleeveless shirts nor athletic/running/jogging attire for any patrons in the main restaurant. Reservations as early as 60 days out through our Reservations Department at 212-877-8684 or reservations@tavernonthegreen.com

7. Cafe Cluny

4.9

Exceptional(2209)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 72 times today

CAFE CLUNY SEATS FOR BRUNCH SERVICE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS ON THE WEEKENDS BETWEEN 10AM AND 4PM.Open since 2006, Cafe Cluny is a neighborhood spot offering French - American dishes with a polished flare. Our Executive Chef Andy Xu takes pride in his thoughtful selections here, as well as at our sister restaurants The Odeon and Café Luxembourg.Whether you need that charming place for a date, are in search of the perfect brunch, or just want the best steak frites in town - you will be glad you came to the West Village's famous Cafe Cluny. Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you are not present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at (212) 255-6900. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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8. Pig and Khao - LES

4.8

Exceptional(1431)

Price: Expensive

• Southeast Asian • Lower East Side

Booked 39 times today

Top Chef contestant Leah Cohen's Pig and Khao (68 Clinton Street) on the Lower East Side. The Southeast Asian inspired cuisine offers a variety of Thai and Filipino influences on the menu including Crispy Pata and pickled mango salad (pork shank cooked in soy sauce and five spice garnished with coriander, crispy garlic served with a secret family recipe sweet and sour liver dipping sauce), Grilled Pork Jowl and Brussels Sprouts Salad (chili lime fish sauce, shallot, herbs and toasted rice) and Crispy Pork Belly Adobo (Szechuan peppercorn, coconut vinegar, soy sauce, bay leaves, crispy garlic, scallion and soft boiled egg). Drinks range from cheap canned beer, wine, cocktails, and a self-serve bottomless tap in the backyard

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9. Rise Bar - Drag Brunch

4.8

Exceptional(115)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hell's Kitchen

Booked 14 times today

SUN DEC 15TH-- If you are having difficulty booking for 12:15, we may be sold out. Try booking a reservation at our sister bar's Drag Brunch, The Red Stache, for an equally as fabulous show! Rise Bar is an LGBTQ+ bar located in Hells Kitchen Manhattan serving the gay community with entertainment and cocktails. Providing a safe place for LGBTQ+ and their allies.PLEASE NOTE: Rise Bar is a 21+ establishment

10. Carroll Place

4.3

Awesome(1183)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 30 times today

Carroll Place is an Italian American Winebar and Gastropub in Greenwich Village, NY. Our venue offers a lively atmosphere for brunch, intimate setting for dinner with multiple levels of dining and entertainment. Our menus feature house made pastas, fresh seafood, free range meat and seasonal vegetables as well as a hand selected wine list rotating craft beers from local and international brewers and seasonally inspired cocktails.

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LordBrutVIP
New York City •75 reviews
5.0
Dined today
First time here and surprised on the upside. Could use some more wine options but the food was great!
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North ForkPrice: Moderate• American• West Village
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4.3
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josue
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It' was great, from now on its going to be our go to spot.
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San Marzano Pasta FrescaPrice: Moderate• Italian• East Village
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4.5
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Crystal
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Went here for brunch and was impressed with the food, high-end ambience, and their affordable bottomless brunch deal. It’s rare to find a boozy brunch with such an upscale atmosphere. Customer service was excellent - the servers were quick to refill our drinks and very attentive to us!
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EssexPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Lower East Side
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4.4
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Lashaye
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 Dec 2024
I planned a Brunch for my best friends Birthday and Retirement. I became ill and wasn't able to make it. She told me her waitresses were excellent made her feel special . She had the shrimp and grits and it was delicious and she was very Happy and had a great time. Only downfall the DJ she said let switching the music too fast.
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Big Apple BrunchPrice: Moderate• American• Hell's Kitchen
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4.4

Discover best brunch restaurants in Lower East Side

Discover the best brunch spots in the vibrant Lower East Side of Manhattan, New York City. This eclectic neighborhood boasts a diverse array of dining options that cater to every taste and occasion, from casual meet-ups to sophisticated gatherings. Whether you're in the mood for classic American brunch dishes with a creative twist or international flavors, the Lower East Side offers an array of choices that will satisfy your brunch cravings. Each restaurant in this area is celebrated for its unique atmosphere, excellent service, and, most importantly, delicious food. Visitors and locals alike praise the area for its dynamic dining scene, making it a must-visit destination for a memorable brunch experience. The Lower East Side's brunch spots are not only about great food but also about enjoying a great ambiance and overall value. Come and discover why brunch in the Lower East Side is an experience that should not be missed.

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576 restaurants available nearby

1. Big Apple Brunch

2. Essex

3. San Marzano Pasta Fresca

4. North Fork

5. The Smith - Nomad

6. Tavern on the Green

7. Cafe Cluny

8. Pig and Khao - LES

9. Rise Bar - Drag Brunch

10. Carroll Place

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