ZipPicks Awards
Best Breakfast in Washington Heights
Master Critic Review
Terravita
8.7
Terravita is Washington Heights’ destination brunch room, where lemon–ricotta pancakes, salmon eggs Benedict, and avocado toast share space with cocktails in a polished dining room. Locals use it when they want a sit-down weekend brunch that feels closer to downtown than a neighborhood diner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lemon & Ricotta Pancakes, Salmon Eggs Benedict, Avocado Toast with Poached Egg
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 9.2
Atmosphere: 9
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: A polished Uptown brunch spot marrying modern American plates with a cocktail-forward dining room.
Who should go: Brunch groups and couples wanting a more upscale feel.
When to visit: Weekend brunch service before peak midday rush.
What to order: Lemon & ricotta pancakes, salmon Benedict, avocado toast.
Insider tip: Reserve a table for weekend brunch and ask for a booth along the wall for the most comfortable, lingering meal.