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38 Cincinnati Brunch Spots You Should Try ASAP

By on Fri, Jan 18, 2019 at 12:13 pm

These days, the phrase “Let’s get brunch” is basically a euphemism for “Let’s get drunk before noon.” People be lovin' brunch, amiright? It’s a Bacchanalian breakfast celebration that doubles as an excuse to mainline mimosas and stuff bacon into foods where it does not belong. The brunch zeitgeist of the new millennium is real. There are mood boards dedicated to what to wear to brunch, restaurants with strictly brunch menus, brunch-only Instagram feeds (@bitcheswhobrunch, @brunchboys) and we have an entire event devoted to it (Brunched: June 22 @ The Phoenix). Why do Americans love a meal that doubles as breakfast and lunch and oftentimes basically turns into an ongoing commitment to day drinking? Is it part of the self-care indulgence movement? A genius marketing campaign by egg companies or the avocado illuminati? Whatever the reason, our country is literally obsessed with brunch, so we present you with this list of brunchin' options from across the Queen City. Whether you want to get sloppy drunk in your atheleisurewear, have a fancy family outing, or you're a foodie just looking for something new, we’ve got you covered.
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Nada 600 Walnut St., Downtown While a taco joint might appear to be a wild-card option for traditional brunchgoers, it is definitely a perfect pre-siesta pit stop. While all the Nada classics are on the menu — the chips and salsa trio, the O.G. guacamole — there are also Mexican brunch offerings: poutine with barbacoa, fried egg and charred tomato salsa, and huevos rancheros with frijoles charros, ancho salsa and diablo sauce. Or, if you head in thinking when in Nada, get a taco, but try one like the fried avocado with chipotle bean purée, or the always-tasty al pastor with pickled pineapple. And then, because everyone loves a boozy brunch, there are sparkling blood orange mimosas, made with rosé cava, and drunken coffees with both Kahlua and tequila. Ay dios mio! Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Nada

600 Walnut St., Downtown
While a taco joint might appear to be a wild-card option for traditional brunchgoers, it is definitely a perfect pre-siesta pit stop. While all the Nada classics are on the menu — the chips and salsa trio, the O.G. guacamole — there are also Mexican brunch offerings: poutine with barbacoa, fried egg and charred tomato salsa, and huevos rancheros with frijoles charros, ancho salsa and diablo sauce. Or, if you head in thinking when in Nada, get a taco, but try one like the fried avocado with chipotle bean purée, or the always-tasty al pastor with pickled pineapple. And then, because everyone loves a boozy brunch, there are sparkling blood orange mimosas, made with rosé cava, and drunken coffees with both Kahlua and tequila. Ay dios mio!
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Branch 1535 Madison Road, East Walnut Hills The team behind The Littlefield has opened a new concept in East Walnut Hills in the former Art Deco Central Trust Bank Building at the corner of Woodburn and Madison avenues. The menu at Branch is overseen by executive chef Shoshannah Anderson and offers a self-proclaimed mix of “classic and contemporary American with ethnic influences.” On the weekends, Branch serves up a variety of brunch dishes including their buttermilk brined fried chicken with quinoa waffle, apple slaw and sesame fennel as well as boozy brunch beverages. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Branch

1535 Madison Road, East Walnut Hills
The team behind The Littlefield has opened a new concept in East Walnut Hills in the former Art Deco Central Trust Bank Building at the corner of Woodburn and Madison avenues. The menu at Branch is overseen by executive chef Shoshannah Anderson and offers a self-proclaimed mix of “classic and contemporary American with ethnic influences.” On the weekends, Branch serves up a variety of brunch dishes including their buttermilk brined fried chicken with quinoa waffle, apple slaw and sesame fennel as well as boozy brunch beverages.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Crown Republic Gastropub 720 Sycamore St., Downtown Brunch is served on Saturdays only but breakfast and lunch are served the remainder of the week (Monday-Friday). CRG leans into a Mediterranean/Italian style in some dishes but classic American dishes like Cornmeal Buttermilk Pancakes and a few exciting vegan options shows that this brunch spot has something for everyone. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Crown Republic Gastropub

720 Sycamore St., Downtown
Brunch is served on Saturdays only but breakfast and lunch are served the remainder of the week (Monday-Friday). CRG leans into a Mediterranean/Italian style in some dishes but classic American dishes like Cornmeal Buttermilk Pancakes and a few exciting vegan options shows that this brunch spot has something for everyone.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Lucius Q 1131 Broadway St., Pendleton This Pendleton barbecue spot serves up brunch on Sundays from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Guests can choose from a handful of brunch options, including the BBQ Scotch egg breaded in Lucius Q's ground smoked sausage, deep-fried and served on a bed of cheesy grits with BBQ sauce drizzle. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Lucius Q

1131 Broadway St., Pendleton
This Pendleton barbecue spot serves up brunch on Sundays from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Guests can choose from a handful of brunch options, including the BBQ Scotch egg breaded in Lucius Q's ground smoked sausage, deep-fried and served on a bed of cheesy grits with BBQ sauce drizzle.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Taste of Belgium Multiple Locations Taste of Belgium has been expanding its operations since its first waffle was pulled from a cast iron waffle-press at Findlay Market in 2007, opening four brick-and-mortar bistros and an additional market location. Along with its locally famous sweet, sturdy and caramelized Belgian waffles, the brunch offerings have piloted the restaurant’s rapid ascent. Under the “Brunch Like a Belgian” menu category, there is a fresh berry parfait with chia seeds; a McWaffle with egg, bacon, gruyere and maple syrup; and a messy goetta hash, with Eckerlin Meats’ goetta and two eggs. This is in addition to staples like a strawberries-and-cream-topped waffle or a savory buckwheat galette. Try the crepe-like galette filled with turkey, bacon and housemade ranch dressing or Speculoos biscuits and cookie butter. Photo: Brittany Thornton

Taste of Belgium

Multiple Locations
Taste of Belgium has been expanding its operations since its first waffle was pulled from a cast iron waffle-press at Findlay Market in 2007, opening four brick-and-mortar bistros and an additional market location. Along with its locally famous sweet, sturdy and caramelized Belgian waffles, the brunch offerings have piloted the restaurant’s rapid ascent. Under the “Brunch Like a Belgian” menu category, there is a fresh berry parfait with chia seeds; a McWaffle with egg, bacon, gruyere and maple syrup; and a messy goetta hash, with Eckerlin Meats’ goetta and two eggs. This is in addition to staples like a strawberries-and-cream-topped waffle or a savory buckwheat galette. Try the crepe-like galette filled with turkey, bacon and housemade ranch dressing or Speculoos biscuits and cookie butter.
Photo: Brittany Thornton
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Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey 1201 Broadway St., Pendleton It’s biscuit time any time at this frontier-themed eatery. The star of the show — and menu — are baked golden nuggets of goodness. These buttery, soft discs with a close crumb and a browned, lightly bubbled top are present in everything from sandwiches and bowls to sweets. The Yukon sandwich comes squished with fried chicken, sawmill gravy, smoked cheddar and bacon (add an egg for $2); the Gold Shoes has two biscuits with a flight of gravies; and the Fool’s Gold combines two biscuits, local ham, bacon and sawmill gravy with an up-charged egg. Basically, anything you can top with an egg for an additional $2, do it. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey

1201 Broadway St., Pendleton
It’s biscuit time any time at this frontier-themed eatery. The star of the show — and menu — are baked golden nuggets of goodness. These buttery, soft discs with a close crumb and a browned, lightly bubbled top are present in everything from sandwiches and bowls to sweets. The Yukon sandwich comes squished with fried chicken, sawmill gravy, smoked cheddar and bacon (add an egg for $2); the Gold Shoes has two biscuits with a flight of gravies; and the Fool’s Gold combines two biscuits, local ham, bacon and sawmill gravy with an up-charged egg. Basically, anything you can top with an egg for an additional $2, do it.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Colonel’s Kitchen 22 N. Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas Colonel’s Kitchen offers breakfast and lunch six days a week, with brunch specials on Sunday. While it’s not any kind of fancy, both the layout and décor make it feel homey and welcoming. Chalkboards tell you what’s to eat and the cooking is done behind a long counter, supplemented by ovens and prep space in a back room. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Colonel’s Kitchen

22 N. Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas
Colonel’s Kitchen offers breakfast and lunch six days a week, with brunch specials on Sunday. While it’s not any kind of fancy, both the layout and décor make it feel homey and welcoming. Chalkboards tell you what’s to eat and the cooking is done behind a long counter, supplemented by ovens and prep space in a back room.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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The Anchor OTR 1401 Race St., Over-the-Rhine Saturday is the only day for brunch at The Anchor-OTR and that’s just fine with us, because after a Friday night of tying one on, the Anchor’s bloody mary is the “hair of the dog” we would welcome any day of the week. Yes, we here at CityBeat did name it 2015’s “Best Multi-Tasking Cocktail,” and with good reason. Where else will they stuff a glass full of vodka, bloody mix, housemade pickles, a giant lobster claw, an oyster and shrimp? It’s a meal and an adult beverage all in one drink. But the food at The Anchor is also perfect for that day-after kind of eating — with a bonus view of Washington Park. Tuck into creamy Weisenberger grits with shrimp and a sunny side egg or a smoked salmon omelet if you’re feeling breakfast-ey. Or go straight for the lunch with a cheeseburger and fries or a trout BLT. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

The Anchor OTR

1401 Race St., Over-the-Rhine
Saturday is the only day for brunch at The Anchor-OTR and that’s just fine with us, because after a Friday night of tying one on, the Anchor’s bloody mary is the “hair of the dog” we would welcome any day of the week. Yes, we here at CityBeat did name it 2015’s “Best Multi-Tasking Cocktail,” and with good reason. Where else will they stuff a glass full of vodka, bloody mix, housemade pickles, a giant lobster claw, an oyster and shrimp? It’s a meal and an adult beverage all in one drink. But the food at The Anchor is also perfect for that day-after kind of eating — with a bonus view of Washington Park. Tuck into creamy Weisenberger grits with shrimp and a sunny side egg or a smoked salmon omelet if you’re feeling breakfast-ey. Or go straight for the lunch with a cheeseburger and fries or a trout BLT.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Sleepy Bee Café Multiple locations including 3098 Madison Road, Oakley If you’re trying to schedule a group brunch with your vegan cousin, your neatnik aunt and your meat-and-potatoes husband, casually suggest Sleepy Bee in Oakley and become the family favorite overnight. With a focus on local non-GMO foods and bee-friendly practices, this bright, cozy space has all the classics, like omelets, pancakes and bacon (seriously, try their bacon), and it also has some dressed-up options if you want to step outside the box: a tofu scramble, vegan sausages and the most social-media-friendly ROYGBIV fruit plate in the city. Don’t forget that Sleepy Bee is on the Nowait app, so you can put your name in ahead of time, skip the wait list and get right to the coffee. With additional locations in Blue Ash and downtown, you’re bound to find seating at one of them. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Sleepy Bee Café

Multiple locations including 3098 Madison Road, Oakley
If you’re trying to schedule a group brunch with your vegan cousin, your neatnik aunt and your meat-and-potatoes husband, casually suggest Sleepy Bee in Oakley and become the family favorite overnight. With a focus on local non-GMO foods and bee-friendly practices, this bright, cozy space has all the classics, like omelets, pancakes and bacon (seriously, try their bacon), and it also has some dressed-up options if you want to step outside the box: a tofu scramble, vegan sausages and the most social-media-friendly ROYGBIV fruit plate in the city. Don’t forget that Sleepy Bee is on the Nowait app, so you can put your name in ahead of time, skip the wait list and get right to the coffee. With additional locations in Blue Ash and downtown, you’re bound to find seating at one of them.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Wunderbar 1132 Lee St., Covington This Bavarian bar provides a dimly lit haven for Sunday morning hangover-sufferers — and some live music. The small brunch menu, written on a chalkboard, changes often but offers options like corned beef hash and eggs, biscuits and gravy or hard-shell breakfast tacos. Order at the bar and tack on a $3 mimosa or $4 bloody mary. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Wunderbar

1132 Lee St., Covington
This Bavarian bar provides a dimly lit haven for Sunday morning hangover-sufferers — and some live music. The small brunch menu, written on a chalkboard, changes often but offers options like corned beef hash and eggs, biscuits and gravy or hard-shell breakfast tacos. Order at the bar and tack on a $3 mimosa or $4 bloody mary.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Sugar n’ Spice 4381 Reading Road, Paddock Hills For over 75 years, this family-friendly Paddock Hills diner has been serving up “Wispy Thin” pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, steak and eggs, corned beef hash, breakfast quesadillas and much more to one of the most diverse clienteles in town. From the after-church crowds to college students to doctors heading off to work at nearby hospitals, folks from all over the economic spectrum continue to start their day at this cozy counter or crammed into the precious few booths. And little has changed since Mort Walker founded Sugar n’ Spice in 1941. Wait time is often long for the popular spot, but Steven Frankel, fifth owner of the landmark restaurant and self-proclaimed “caretaker of an historic icon,” soothes hangry patrons by passing out nuggets of fried macaroni and cheese as well as gooey chocolate brownies. When those coveted seats finally come available, Frankel rewards younger diners with rubber duckies in addition to their meals. Photo: Jesse Fox

Sugar n’ Spice

4381 Reading Road, Paddock Hills
For over 75 years, this family-friendly Paddock Hills diner has been serving up “Wispy Thin” pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, steak and eggs, corned beef hash, breakfast quesadillas and much more to one of the most diverse clienteles in town. From the after-church crowds to college students to doctors heading off to work at nearby hospitals, folks from all over the economic spectrum continue to start their day at this cozy counter or crammed into the precious few booths. And little has changed since Mort Walker founded Sugar n’ Spice in 1941. Wait time is often long for the popular spot, but Steven Frankel, fifth owner of the landmark restaurant and self-proclaimed “caretaker of an historic icon,” soothes hangry patrons by passing out nuggets of fried macaroni and cheese as well as gooey chocolate brownies. When those coveted seats finally come available, Frankel rewards younger diners with rubber duckies in addition to their meals.
Photo: Jesse Fox
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Sacred Beast 1437 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine This breakfast/brunch/lunch/dinner/late-night destination in OTR has a solid menu of both diner-inspired dishes and Francophile favorites, like matzah ball soup, a double-burger with American cheese and steak tartare and frites. Strong, classic cocktails — an Old Fashioned, Hemingway daiquiri and violet-hued Aviation are all $10 or less — round out the menu, but it ain’t all fancy. The late-night Happier Meal gets you a cheeseburger, shot of Evan Williams and a Hamms beer for $15. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Sacred Beast

1437 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine
This breakfast/brunch/lunch/dinner/late-night destination in OTR has a solid menu of both diner-inspired dishes and Francophile favorites, like matzah ball soup, a double-burger with American cheese and steak tartare and frites. Strong, classic cocktails — an Old Fashioned, Hemingway daiquiri and violet-hued Aviation are all $10 or less — round out the menu, but it ain’t all fancy. The late-night Happier Meal gets you a cheeseburger, shot of Evan Williams and a Hamms beer for $15.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Maplewood Kitchen and Bar 525 Race St., Downtown Do not be dismayed if the line is out the door when you arrive at Maplewood. For one thing, it’s worth the wait, but just as importantly, they have a super-efficient operation that moves you along quickly. While you wait, you can ponder your many excellent choices, and even start with a brunch cocktail thanks to the drink stand they’ve set up just inside the front door. There are toasts — such as avocado with chopped pistachios and honey, or roasted mushrooms with caramelized onions and whipped goat cheese — and an egg dish or two. But how about something with a little kick, such as Chicken Tinga (chipotle chicken provides the spice)? Or you can go lunch-like with a salad or sandwich. The cocktails include good versions of a bloody mary, margarita and mimosa, but try the cucumber sangria, made with Sauvignon Blanc, dry vermouth, juices and prosecco. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Maplewood Kitchen and Bar

525 Race St., Downtown
Do not be dismayed if the line is out the door when you arrive at Maplewood. For one thing, it’s worth the wait, but just as importantly, they have a super-efficient operation that moves you along quickly. While you wait, you can ponder your many excellent choices, and even start with a brunch cocktail thanks to the drink stand they’ve set up just inside the front door. There are toasts — such as avocado with chopped pistachios and honey, or roasted mushrooms with caramelized onions and whipped goat cheese — and an egg dish or two. But how about something with a little kick, such as Chicken Tinga (chipotle chicken provides the spice)? Or you can go lunch-like with a salad or sandwich. The cocktails include good versions of a bloody mary, margarita and mimosa, but try the cucumber sangria, made with Sauvignon Blanc, dry vermouth, juices and prosecco.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Pleasantry 118 W. 15th St., Over-the-Rhine Pleasantry’s staff has perfected brunch with their hospitality, natural wine and locally sourced food that’s prepared and presented with next-level talent. The menu elevates a simple staple like breakfast potatoes with the addition of house fermented jalapeño and cured egg yolk, shaved over the top like blessings from brunch heaven. Pleasantry is an ideal location for classy day drinking accompanied by top-notch cuisine. Not into traditional brunch drinks? Pleasantry has the best curated wine menu in the city, offering an array of red, white, orange, sparkling and rosé, along with a formidable cocktail and beer selection. Also a fine spot to enjoy a well-made espresso, as the staff are trained by 1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab’s head barista on all things coffee. Photo via Facebook.com/PleasantryOTR

Pleasantry

118 W. 15th St., Over-the-Rhine
Pleasantry’s staff has perfected brunch with their hospitality, natural wine and locally sourced food that’s prepared and presented with next-level talent. The menu elevates a simple staple like breakfast potatoes with the addition of house fermented jalapeño and cured egg yolk, shaved over the top like blessings from brunch heaven. Pleasantry is an ideal location for classy day drinking accompanied by top-notch cuisine. Not into traditional brunch drinks? Pleasantry has the best curated wine menu in the city, offering an array of red, white, orange, sparkling and rosé, along with a formidable cocktail and beer selection. Also a fine spot to enjoy a well-made espresso, as the staff are trained by 1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab’s head barista on all things coffee.
Photo via Facebook.com/PleasantryOTR
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Northside Yacht Club 4231 Spring Grove Ave., Northside It’s never too early for Punk Rock brunch at Northside Yacht Club — as long as it’s after 11 a.m. Known to many patrons as a spot to catch cool touring bands late at night, NSYC has continually proven itself to have a quality kitchen staff that provides excellent food no matter what time the clock says. It’s not unusual to hear The Buzzcocks on the speaker while you study the massive beer cooler for your order. If you decide on their bloody mary, know it contains enough food to count as an entrée to some appetites, including a pulled pork sandwich, bacon, a chicken wing and — oh, yeah — celery. Have you checked out their rad new patio tables? Good for groups. Photo: Sean Peters

Northside Yacht Club

4231 Spring Grove Ave., Northside
It’s never too early for Punk Rock brunch at Northside Yacht Club — as long as it’s after 11 a.m. Known to many patrons as a spot to catch cool touring bands late at night, NSYC has continually proven itself to have a quality kitchen staff that provides excellent food no matter what time the clock says. It’s not unusual to hear The Buzzcocks on the speaker while you study the massive beer cooler for your order. If you decide on their bloody mary, know it contains enough food to count as an entrée to some appetites, including a pulled pork sandwich, bacon, a chicken wing and — oh, yeah — celery. Have you checked out their rad new patio tables? Good for groups.
Photo: Sean Peters
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Keystone Bar & Grill Multiple Locations At any given time on a weekend morning (or afternoon), Keystone is likely packed. Friends pile in as groups, some nursing headaches, some ready to start their day. Nonetheless, it’s a Covington staple. Aside from mac and cheese fame (yes, there’s a “morning mac” with goetta and an over-easy egg), their brunch is a hot commodity, too. The selection is wide: potato crisps, frittatas, “wake-up calls” and platters. Order a classic biscuits and gravy combo or opt for something a little funkier like Keystone’s huevos rancheros or their goetta skillet. Photo: Kellie Coleman

Keystone Bar & Grill

Multiple Locations
At any given time on a weekend morning (or afternoon), Keystone is likely packed. Friends pile in as groups, some nursing headaches, some ready to start their day. Nonetheless, it’s a Covington staple. Aside from mac and cheese fame (yes, there’s a “morning mac” with goetta and an over-easy egg), their brunch is a hot commodity, too. The selection is wide: potato crisps, frittatas, “wake-up calls” and platters. Order a classic biscuits and gravy combo or opt for something a little funkier like Keystone’s huevos rancheros or their goetta skillet.
Photo: Kellie Coleman
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Coppin’s at Hotel Covington 638 Madison Ave., Covington With a new chef at the helm, Coppin’s and its associated eateries are getting a bit of an update. Chef Mitch Arens, most recently of New Orleans’ Cochon Butcher, is upping the already present Louisiana/Southern flair. Think ingredient additions like Gulf shrimp and andouille with grits, or pimentadew cheese with egg and chorizo. Photo via Facebook.com/CoppinsCovington

Coppin’s at Hotel Covington

638 Madison Ave., Covington
With a new chef at the helm, Coppin’s and its associated eateries are getting a bit of an update. Chef Mitch Arens, most recently of New Orleans’ Cochon Butcher, is upping the already present Louisiana/Southern flair. Think ingredient additions like Gulf shrimp and andouille with grits, or pimentadew cheese with egg and chorizo.
Photo via Facebook.com/CoppinsCovington
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French Crust 1801 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine Findlay Market is home to Jean-Robert de Cavel’s French Crust Café & Bistro, where chef de cuisine Carla Heiert delights diners with a touch of Paris in Over-the-Rhine. For classic French fare, try one of the traditional quiches — savory egg tarts filled with luxurious combinations such as the Duo of Salmon with asparagus and mushroom, or the traditional Loraine, with ham, gruyere and leeks. Heartier lunch-seekers will enjoy a choice from Les Casseroles “Le Creuset,” hot dishes like the incredibly rich Medley of Seafood Crepes with béchamel, or the totally-for-grown-ups mac-and-cheese medley with mushroom, leek and celery. Those in search of a more local breakfast will not be disappointed — the menu does include a few American favorites such as buttermilk pancakes and Cincinnati’s own meaty regional staple, goetta, served in a puff pastry with a poached egg, hollandaise and piperade. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

French Crust

1801 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine
Findlay Market is home to Jean-Robert de Cavel’s French Crust Café & Bistro, where chef de cuisine Carla Heiert delights diners with a touch of Paris in Over-the-Rhine. For classic French fare, try one of the traditional quiches — savory egg tarts filled with luxurious combinations such as the Duo of Salmon with asparagus and mushroom, or the traditional Loraine, with ham, gruyere and leeks. Heartier lunch-seekers will enjoy a choice from Les Casseroles “Le Creuset,” hot dishes like the incredibly rich Medley of Seafood Crepes with béchamel, or the totally-for-grown-ups mac-and-cheese medley with mushroom, leek and celery. Those in search of a more local breakfast will not be disappointed — the menu does include a few American favorites such as buttermilk pancakes and Cincinnati’s own meaty regional staple, goetta, served in a puff pastry with a poached egg, hollandaise and piperade.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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The Echo 3510 Edwards Road, Hyde Park The line leading out of The Echo on weekend mornings doesn’t discriminate. It’s a sampler platter of Cincinnati demographics: Hung-over college kids, grandparents with family members and business executives all congregate waiting to get into the longstanding diner. The Echo’s all-day offerings balance sweet and savory with unicorn-like skill. There are seasonal features, breakfast classics, healthy items (denoted by a leaf illustration), sandwiches, pan-friend chicken on the weekends and $6 brunch cocktails. Or just throw in for a mimosa pitcher. Plus, if the line seems too tedious for a lazy Sunday, you can always get take out. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

The Echo

3510 Edwards Road, Hyde Park
The line leading out of The Echo on weekend mornings doesn’t discriminate. It’s a sampler platter of Cincinnati demographics: Hung-over college kids, grandparents with family members and business executives all congregate waiting to get into the longstanding diner. The Echo’s all-day offerings balance sweet and savory with unicorn-like skill. There are seasonal features, breakfast classics, healthy items (denoted by a leaf illustration), sandwiches, pan-friend chicken on the weekends and $6 brunch cocktails. Or just throw in for a mimosa pitcher. Plus, if the line seems too tedious for a lazy Sunday, you can always get take out.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
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Commonwealth Bistro 621 Main St., Covington Commonwealth Bistro brings the principled sensibilities of farm-to-table dining to the treat-yo-self spirit that so often accompanies brunch. This quaint spot on Main Street in Covington puts their own spin on each and every dish, whether it’s the Greenup Bowl with a poached egg and pimento buttermilk dressing, a Hangtown Burrito with crispy oysters and scrambled eggs or the breakfast ramen. They put a twist on their day drinks as well: the Pink Mimosa is made with orange-Campari sorbet and the bloody mary features “garden” vodka and pickled vegetables. Here, menu choices are indulgent yet approachable, much like the atmosphere itself. The main dining room is lined with windows, with a clear shot to the open kitchen, and when weather permits, the second story rooftop allows for brunching al fresco. Photo via Facebook.com/CommonwealthBistro

Commonwealth Bistro

621 Main St., Covington
Commonwealth Bistro brings the principled sensibilities of farm-to-table dining to the treat-yo-self spirit that so often accompanies brunch. This quaint spot on Main Street in Covington puts their own spin on each and every dish, whether it’s the Greenup Bowl with a poached egg and pimento buttermilk dressing, a Hangtown Burrito with crispy oysters and scrambled eggs or the breakfast ramen. They put a twist on their day drinks as well: the Pink Mimosa is made with orange-Campari sorbet and the bloody mary features “garden” vodka and pickled vegetables. Here, menu choices are indulgent yet approachable, much like the atmosphere itself. The main dining room is lined with windows, with a clear shot to the open kitchen, and when weather permits, the second story rooftop allows for brunching al fresco.
Photo via Facebook.com/CommonwealthBistro
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