Best Brunch Restaurants in Williamsburg
20 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
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Big-deal brunch cooking and cocktails in a polished, multi-level Williamsburg setting.
Notable Picks
8.8
All-day New American restaurant known for elaborate brunch plates, malted pancakes, and strong cocktails in a multi-level corner space off Wythe Avenue. Locals treat it as both a destination brunch spot and a go-to for out-of-town visitors who want a Williamsburg moment with genuinely solid food.
Must-Try Dishes:
Malted pancakes with hazelnut praline, Egg and cheese sandwich on brioche, Biscuits and gravy
What Makes it Special: Big-deal brunch cooking and cocktails in a polished, multi-level Williamsburg setting.
8.6
Silver Light Tavern offers a creative take on classic breakfast dishes with a New American twist. Their Eggs Benedict and Avocado Toast shine in a cozy, laid-back atmosphere perfect for brunch lovers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Eggs Benedict, Avocado Toast, Pancakes
What Makes it Special: Creative New American brunch twists with great atmosphere.
8.6
The Butcher's Daughter is a design-forward, 100% vegetarian café and restaurant known for its daytime brunch, juices, and seasonal plant-forward plates. Floor-to-ceiling light, greenery, and an always-busy room make it a go-to for Williamsburg brunch, casual dates, and drinks that feel more polished than typical neighborhood cafés.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spiced pear waffles, Wake & Bake breakfast sandwich, Seasonal grain and veggie bowl
What Makes it Special: High-energy, plant-forward brunch café where vegetables and juices lead.
#4
Cafe Mogador
8.5
The Williamsburg outpost of this long-running Moroccan café has become a default choice for vegetarians thanks to its halloumi eggs, shakshuka, mezze platters, and couscous bowls with easy meat-free configurations. The room runs lively from brunch through late dinner, with a leafy garden area and a menu that balances omnivore staples with genuinely strong plant-forward plates. High review volume over more than a decade means the vegetarian side of the menu is well tested and dependable.
Must-Try Dishes:
Halloumi Eggs Breakfast, Moroccan Eggs with Feta, Falafel Sandwich with Mezze
What Makes it Special: A Moroccan institution where vegetarian-friendly brunch plates and mezze have been dialed in over years of service.
Hole In The Wall brings Australian-style brunch to a big Bedford and Grand corner with strong coffee, cocktails, and substantial breakfast plates. It’s where locals meet visitors over mushroom toast, breakfast burritos, and benedicts in a room that can handle everything from laptops to birthday brunches.
Must-Try Dishes:
HITW breakfast burrito, Mushroom toast with poached egg, Pork benedict
What Makes it Special: A busy Aussie café where big-format brunch plates, coffee, and cocktails run all day.
8.4
The Williamsburg outpost of Egg Shop turns egg sandwiches into an all-day format, layering runny yolks, sauces, and good bread in a bright, design-conscious room. It’s a go-to when people want brunch-style sandwiches, coffee, and cocktails without leaving the Bedford corridor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Eggs Benedict, Pepper Boy Bacon-Egg Sandwich, Farmhouse Scramble Bowl
What Makes it Special: A brunch-focused cafe where egg sandwiches and bowls anchor an all-day menu.
#7
Isla & Co
8.4
Isla & Co is an Australian all-day café and restaurant just off the waterfront, known for brunch plates, espresso, and a dinner menu that runs from burgers to kangaroo skewers. Its sidewalk seating welcomes dogs, so locals use it as a laid-back spot to linger over coffee or cocktails with their pups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Avocado Toast, Kangaroo Skewers
What Makes it Special: Australian-style café where brunch, dinner, and dog-friendly patio all align.
#8
Meadowsweet
8.4
A refined modern-American bistro blending seasonal ingredients with thoughtful plating and cozy Brooklyn charm — a reliable pick for full meals that don’t try too hard. Ideal for brunch or relaxed dinners with friends.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wild nettle & ricotta ravioli, Crispy‑chicken sandwich, Seasonal vegetable sides
What Makes it Special: Seasonal farm‑to‑table mains in laid‑back Brooklyn setting.
#9
Bakeri
8.3
A cozy Scandinavian-inspired bakery offering freshly baked goods and a relaxed vibe. Popular for its pet-friendly outdoor seating and local charm.
Must-Try Dishes:
Morning Bun, Quiche, Cardamom Bun
What Makes it Special: Artisan pastries with a Scandinavian touch in a relaxed space.
#10
K'Far
8.2
Israeli bakery-cafe in The Hoxton’s lobby where kubaneh, Jerusalem bagels, and elaborate brunch plates lean Mediterranean but feel distinctly Tel Aviv. The glassy atrium and pastry counter make it as suited to a solo coffee as to a lingering weekend breakfast.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pistachio sticky bun, Jerusalem bagel with smoked salmon, Pita French toast
What Makes it Special: Israeli bakery-cafe where pastries and brunch plates feel more like a destination than a standard hotel restaurant.
8.2
Two Hands brings an Australian, health-forward café model to the Kent Avenue waterfront, serving all-day brunch built on locally sourced, produce-heavy plates. It’s where Domino Park regulars and remote workers converge for coffee, smoothie bowls, and bowls that read as farm-to-table casual rather than indulgent brunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon Quinoa Bowl, Smashed Avo Toast, Lemon Poppyseed Waffle
What Makes it Special: Australian café serving health-leaning, locally sourced brunch right off Domino.
8.1
Roman pinsa, the multigrain ancestor of pizza, arrives with a puffy interior and crisp edges from imported flour blends. The greenhouse dining room with retractable roof offers year-round outdoor vibes, while traditional cacio e pepe and seasonal specials round out the menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Maranella Pinsa, Margherita Pinsa, Cacio e Pepe
What Makes it Special: NYC's only Roman pinseria with an enclosed garden and retractable glass roof
8.1
Two-story Asian fusion izakaya where Korean flavors show up in dishes like Korean fried cauliflower alongside dumplings and brunch plates. Locals use it for brunch, cocktails, and casual dates in a space with a rooftop-style patio and photogenic plating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Korean Fried Cauliflower, Black Sesame French Toast, Chicken Dumplings
What Makes it Special: Asian fusion izakaya with standout Korean-influenced brunch and bar snacks.
8
Long-running New American bistro just off Bedford Avenue that leans into French-accented comfort food and a leafy back garden. It’s a neighborhood standby for casual dates, brunch, and late-night plates when you want something more substantial than bar snacks without leaving the block.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Lobster salad, Roasted beet salad
What Makes it Special: A Bedford-adjacent bistro pairing French-leaning American comfort food with a quietly great back garden.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Long-running French bistro established in 2007, known for a leafy atrium dining room and a seasonal rooftop terrace. It’s a flexible pick for brunch, casual dates, and group meals built around steak frites, eggs, and classic bistro plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Eggs forestiere, Lamb burger
What Makes it Special: Rooftop-friendly French bistro with a lush indoor garden and all-day menus.
7.8
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Brunch Bliss Spots
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Black Seed’s Williamsburg shop brings the brand’s wood-fired, Montreal-meets-New York bagels to Berry Street, including a gluten-free bagel option that can be swapped into most sandwiches. It’s more of a counter than a café, but for gluten-free eaters who still want a classic lox or egg-and-cheese experience, it’s one of the most practical morning stops in the zip.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gluten-free bagel with smoked salmon and cream cheese, Egg and cheese on a gluten-free bagel, Gluten-free bagel with veggie cream cheese and toppings
What Makes it Special: Well-known NYC bagel brand offering a gluten-free bagel that slots into most classic builds.
#17
Ainslie
7.8
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Brunch Bliss Spots
This 10,000 square-foot multi-level venue from Chef John DeLucie combines beer garden vibes with surprisingly solid Italian-American fare. Wood-fired pizzas, rosemary wings, and NY strip emerge from the open kitchen while DJs spin until 3am on weekends.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wood Fired Rosemary Wings, Saltimbocca Pizza, NY Strip Steak
What Makes it Special: Three-floor converted warehouse with rooftop, beer garden, and Italian fare until 3am
#18
Fiction Bar/Cafe
7.7
Fiction Bar/Cafe serves a wide range of breakfast items in a charming, cozy environment, with a great selection of pastries and coffee.
Must-Try Dishes:
Croissants, Omelette, Bagels with Lox
What Makes it Special: Charming environment and a wide range of breakfast options.
7.7
Nem’s Japandi Bistro is an all-day cafe off North 6th that blends Japanese comfort food with Scandinavian-influenced design and a casual coffee-bar feel. Feedback on execution is mixed, but for locals it works as a low-pressure spot to grab Japanese-leaning breakfast, sandos, and lighter plates in a calm setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Japanese-style pancakes or French toast, Katsu or egg sando, Seasonal donburi bowl
What Makes it Special: Japandi-style cafe that leans Japanese on the plate and Scandinavian in the room.
7.6
Williamsburg branch of the downtown cafe blending American comfort with Mediterranean and Israeli touches in a bright, tightly packed room. It’s used primarily for brunch and casual dinners built around shakshuka, grilled chicken, and salads rather than long, drawn-out meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Green shakshuka, Peri-peri chicken, Rosewater waffles
What Makes it Special: Lively Mediterranean-inflected cafe where brunch classics get Israeli flourishes and the room stays bright and social.