Best Brunch Restaurants in Boerum Hill
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Verde on Smith
High-energy Italian spot where lasagna and brunch both draw regulars.
Notable Picks
8.3
Verde on Smith is a bustling Smith Street standby where lasagna alla bolognese shares the spotlight with brunch plates and cocktails. The brick-walled space and outdoor seating make it as useful for daytime meetups as it is for casual Italian dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Homemade lasagna alla bolognese, Pappardelle al ragù, Fried calamari
What Makes it Special: High-energy Italian spot where lasagna and brunch both draw regulars.
#2
Rucola
8.2
Rucola’s take on classic brunch and breakfast dishes leans Italian‑inspired with fresh ingredients and a lively café vibe. It’s a local staple for weekend brunches with friends, particularly for its pastas and seasonal plates that transition well into lunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ricotta Pancakes, Italian Breakfast Bowl, Seasonal Frittata
What Makes it Special: Italian‑leaning breakfast and brunch in a bustling café
8.2
A beloved local counter‑service spot for hearty, Southern‑inspired breakfast bites in Boerum Hill, Kemo’s draws praise for its flavorful plates and generous portions. Its breakfast offerings satisfy a craving for bold, home‑style flavors early in the day.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fried Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, Hot Honey Biscuits
What Makes it Special: Southern‑style breakfast hits with bold flavors
#4
Betty Bakery
8
Betty Bakery is a neighborhood staple in Boerum Hill known for nostalgic cakes, cupcakes, and cookies with a modern twist. The vibe is cozy and welcoming, making it a go‑to for sweet treats and casual coffee stops. Locals especially praise the red velvet and seasonal cupcakes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Red Velvet Cake, Chocolate Cupcake, Seasonal Pie
What Makes it Special: Classic sweets with nostalgic and modern touches.
Black Seed’s Boerum Hill outpost brings its wood-fired, Montreal-meets–New York bagel style to a compact, commuter-friendly shop. The focus is on carefully built bagel sandwiches, smoked fish, and craft schmears that skew a bit pricier but feel more curated than a classic corner deli.
Must-Try Dishes:
Everything bagel with smoked salmon and cream cheese, Egg & cheese breakfast sandwich on a sesame bagel, Whitefish salad on a poppy seed bagel
What Makes it Special: Artisanal, wood-fired bagels with a strong smoked-fish and sandwich program.
Worthy Picks
Daily Provisions’ Cobble Hill outpost is an all-day café known for crullers, sandwiches, and coffee, with a handful of clearly labeled gluten-free baked goods and breakfast options. It works best as a morning or midday stop when you want a polished cafe experience without a full sit-down meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Oatmeal Cherry Cookie (GF), Bacon, Egg & Cheese on gluten-free bread, Avocado Toast on gluten-free bread
What Makes it Special: A refined neighborhood café where gluten-free pastries and breakfast items sit alongside well-executed classics.
7.7
One Girl Cookies is a long-running Cobble Hill bakery-cafe specializing in petite tea cookies, whoopie pies and cakes alongside espresso drinks. Locals treat it as a low-key spot for coffee dates, gift boxes and small dessert orders rather than elaborate plated pastries.
Must-Try Dishes:
Assorted tea cookies box, Whoopie pie, Layer cake slice of the day
What Makes it Special: Compact bakery-cafe with a signature lineup of cookies, whoopie pies and giftable sweets.