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After living in New York City for a couple of years now, one thing I learned is that people here take their brunches very seriously. Trying to get into a spot on a Sunday without a reservation is honestly similar to Black Friday shopping.
But I can’t complain, because after experiencing the fun for myself, I most definitely have hopped on the brunch bandwagon. Not only is it at the perfect time of the day (hello all my fellow non-morning peeps), but to me, it has some of the best dishes to choose because you can do savory, sweet or both.
And if you’re all about snapping your delicious and perfectly plated meal and pretending you are a food blogger (myself included!), then going to a place that has the perfect backdrop or views is a must. And let’s be real, if you didn’t post it did it ever really happen?
Since brunch is now a meal I try to have at least once no matter where I travel to, I rounded up the 13 best spots around the world that will be sure to get *a lot* of likes. Check them out below!
PARIS
Nothing says Parisian brunch more than dining on plush couches on a patio that is surrounded with fresh flowers. From their expertly-plated Eggs Benedict with black truffle to fresh-baked French pastries, the photo-ops are endless at Le Joy.
LAKE FOREST
The English Room located at Deer Path Inn serves the Belgium waffles of your dreams. I’m talking toppings of vanilla bean, raspberries, pistachio, crème anglaise, and lemon zest. Seriously, they deserve their own photo.
MIAMI
With artwork by Punk Me Tender, David Mach and Marco Grassi and tufted millennial pink booths, you’ll have no problem getting the perfect pic at Bagatelle Miami Beach. After your work is done, be sure to enjoy their infamous seafood tower.
MONTE-CARLO
Enjoy breakfast classics and elevated Parisian pastries at Restaurant Joël Robuchon at Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo while snapping photos on the terrace that overlooks the city.
WAIKIKI
Start your day right with a surfboard brunch at poolside restaurant Mahina & Sun at The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club. A spread of pastries, fruit and fresh-squeezed juices will be served atop a surfboard in the hotel’s infamous “Wish You Were Here” pool.
FINGER LAKES
Who says you can’t still brunch in the winter? Kettle Ridge Farms hosts a one-of-a-kind Igloo brunch each winter that serves a maple-inspired five-course meal that will be one to remember.
MAUI
Named America’s Best Beach 2018, brunch at Kapalua Bay is one you don’t want to miss out on. Besides the breathtaking views, you will also be able to enjoy Hawaiian cuisine like keahole lobster benedict topped with jalapeno hollandaise at Merriman’s Maui.
NYC
Located in NYC’s newest ‘it’ neighborhood, Hudson Yards, TGA in Crown Plaza HY36, is a place you can indulge in American classics such as chicken and waffle sliders or brioche French Toast. Don’t forget to try one of their new boozy milkshakes as well!
BAHAMAS
Parisian-meets-Bahamian inspired decor and tropical twists on French staples (like guava and mango pastries) is what you can expect at Cafe Madeline in the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar.
NEW ORLEANS
The Grill Room not only offers NOLA must-haves including stuffed beignets and jazz music, but also takes it up a notch with elegant chandeliers, fresh roses, and a Bubble Bar.
ANGUILLA
Is there anything more relaxing than being able to enjoy brunch with your toes in the sand?Zemi Beach House’s casual beach-to-table option will give you the opportunity to do this while trying fresh, local ingredients.
FORT WORTH
Photo by Jeremy Enlow
Leaving brunch with a feeling of guilt that you went a little too hard won’t be a problem at Righteous Foods that has health-conscious offerings, and of course, plenty of photo-ops as well.
CANCUN
There’s no better way to experience an authentic Mexican brunch than at Club Med Cancun Yucatan’s Taco Arte. Sit at a beachfront table and dig into an all-inclusive brunch. Before you get too full, make sure to snap a photo of the large paintings from local artists.
