Beyond the epic ocean views, Art Deco architecture, and world-class museums, brunch may be one of Miami’s most prized pastimes. From authentic Mexican fare and Mediterranean cuisine to iconic seafood towers and Michelin-starred Mexican, here are our top choices now for brunch in Miami.

 

Brunch in Miami

The Drexel Weekend Brunch

Miami Beach’s hidden gem, The Drexel launched weekend brunch this past Saturday, November 5. Co-Founded by beloved industry veterans Ahmet Erkaya and Anastasia Koutsioukis of Mandolin Aegean Bistro, Mrs.Mandolin, and Mr.Mandolin, The Drexel is a Coastal Mediterranean restaurant characterized by elevated yet uncomplicated European flavors. Bunch highlights include, but are not limited to, Zucchini Pancakes featuring aged feta, herbs, garlic yogurt and aleppo; Greek Yogurt served with gluten-free house granola, Greek honey, and berries; Margherita Pizza with fior di latte, tomato, and basil; and Grilled Wild Prawns made with fresh herbs and lemon. The menu also includes a dedicated “Eggs” section with delicacies such as the Mediterranean Breakfast featuring eggs, mortadella, San Daniele prosciutto, jambon, pickles, and olives; Spinach-Aged Feta Baked Eggs with scallions, dill, and served with homemade sourdough bread; and Open Face Omelette featuring smoked salmon, yogurt, green onions, and piquillo peppers – among other dishes. Click here for reservation

 

TANUKI’s Weekend Brunch

TANUKI’s Weekend Brunch Feast will include new a la carte brunch items featuring the brand’s signature pan-Asian fusion of flavors including Takoyaki Croquetas with octopus, potatoes, chipotle aioli; Avocado Toast with Shokupan, kizami wasabi smashed avocado, and  yuzu juice; Japanese Pancakes with shiso and strawberry compote and yuzu curd; and Sausage Egg & Cheese with Kurobuta sausage,, sweet egg, and cheddar. Brunch is available Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. Guests can also opt for TANUKI’s brunch prix fixe menu featuring a “bottomless” selection of starters; choice of entree; and chef’s selection of dessert for $49 pp.

 

DC PIE co. & DOM’S to Launch Karaoke Brunch

This summer, DC PIE co. launched its bottomless brunch, Slices & Spritzes Saturday brunch. It includes bottomless mix & match spritzes and unlimited 2-topping personal pies for 2 hours, with a DJ setting the vibe. Summer has now technically come to an end, but does summer really ever end in Miami? Due to popular demand Slices & Spritzes is here to stay…with a twistBeginning on Saturday, October 8, the popular brunch will turn into Karaoke Brunch in partnership with DC PIE co.’s sister bar DOM’S, who is known and loved for its unrivaled Karaoke Nights. Karaoke Brunch will take place once a month on the second Saturday of every month with the same offering, because who doesn’t love bottomless slices and spritzes (aka liquid courage) with the opportunity to get on a mic. The two spaces will merge and DOM’S Karaoke Night vibes will be in full swing on Saturday afternoons.

Priced at $45 per person (excluding tax and gratuity), the brunch offering includes bottomless mix & match spritzes as well as unlimited 2-topping personal pies for 2 hours. Spritz selections include Italian Spritz with Luxardo Aperitivo and orange; St-Germain Spritz with strawberries and blueberries; and Chambord Spritz with a lemon twist and blackberry.  A la carte additions and options are also available. Slices & Spritzes brunch at DC PIE co. will be offered every Saturday from 12PM until 4PM with Karaoke Brunch on the second Saturday of every month. DC PIE co. is located at 1010 Brickell Avenue, Suite 200. www.dcpiecobrickell.com.

When: Every Saturday from 12PM until 4PM

 

 

Sofia Design District Launches Sunday Brunch

Join Sofia for a delectable weekend brunch that pairs an unbeatable culinary experience with the utmost idyllic backdrop amid Sofia’s lush courtyard oasis.

Miami Design District’s newest Italian hotspot, Sofia, is excited to announce the launch of their new a la carte brunch menu, offered every Sunday, from 11:30AM-3:30PM. Carefully curated by INK Entertainment’s Corporate Chef Stuart Cameron,  the new brunch menu will take guests on a gastronomic journey with elevated twists on traditional brunch fare. Brunch goers can expect menu highlights such as the panettone alla francese; panettone french toast, pistachio, whipped crema fresca, orange, maple syrup, frittata al formaggio; an egg omelet with taleggio, fresh herbs, arugula salad,  cacio e pepe uova strapazzate;  scrambled eggs with black pepper, truffle, crispy potato, truffle pecorino, and a selection of signature brunch toasts, including toast con avocadoricotta con latte di pecora, and bruschetta al pomodoro. A specialty brunch cocktail menu will also be offered, with delectable libations ranging from mimosasbellinisbloody mary caesars, and more.  A destination for local tastemakers and savvy travelers alike, Sofia Design District delivers a glamorous and refined brunch experience within its luxurious indoor dining room and expansive outdoor courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery, frilly rose umbrellas, and cozy pink lounge chairs.

 

Seawell Fish N’ Oyster

Seawell Fish N’ Oyster celebrates the best of coastal American sea fare with the appointment of a new culinary team. On the new brunch menu, sweet meets savory with dishes like Cannoli Cream Stuffed French Toast with Amaretto Syrup; Bodega Bagel Sandwich (fried egg, griddled ham, pepperjack, jalapeño cheddar bagel by Bagel Max, and potatoes); and Acai Bowl with Mixed Berries, House Made Granola, Bananas, Toasted Coconut and Honey.

When: daily 8a-3p

Chotto Matte

Chotto Matte will transport guests to the heart of the Peruvian jungle with the launch of its Jungle Brunch on October 2. The immersive brunch will be available every Sunday from 1-4 p.m. in Chotto Matte Miami’s expansive dining room, complete with exotic beats, wild atmosphere and live DJs to welcome guests to the jungle in style. Chotto Matte’s new brunch will feature two unique sharing-style menus: Jungle Brunch and Vegetarian Jungle Brunch. Keeping with the theme, each menu features dishes elevated by herbs, spices and citrus fruits found in the Peruvian jungle.

When: Every Sunday from 1-4 p.m.

MILA Restaurant

MILA Restaurant’s brunch philosophy is inspired by Asian and Mediterranean cultures, embracing the importance of slowing down and enjoying the moment. The unique MediterrAsian brunch menu is a 2-hour multi-course experience, including a generous selection of dishes, all meant to be shared at the table and which can be re-ordered upon request. Pick your package and embark on a flavorful, bold and unique journey from the Mediterranean to the shores of Japan.  Enjoy a selection of sushi, brunch classics like eggs benedict, “egg in a jar,” and avocado tartare, or entrees including sweet-spicy soy glazed salmon, satay-glazed Green Circle chicken breast, and MILA’s iconic seafood tower. Pick your choice of a Champagne or Rosé package, which includes additional cocktails like Bloody Marys, Espresso Martinis, Mimosas, Bellinis, and more.

When: Every Sunday from 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m

 

Buya Izakaya + Yakitori

Stemming from a partnership by Buya Ramen and KYU original creators, Lewis and Haigh, BUYA Izakaya + Yakitori is a casual Japanese eatery which opened in fall of 2020. The all-day, open-kitchen concept serves up Japanese Soul food, and most bites are cooked over its famed charcoal grill. In the style of an informal pub, Buya offers brunch on every Sunday from 12-4 p.m., featuring its popular karaage chicken and waffles, breakfast ramen, and Wagyu steak and eggs. With three different brunch cocktails available, including a sake-based mimosa, guests can enjoy their drinks while taking in Buya’s unique interior, adorned with tons of trinkets from numerous travels, a hand-painted graffiti mural and even a secret cocktail den, making it one of the trendiest places to grab a bite in Wynwood.

When: every Sunday from 12 – 4 p.m.

 

Zuma Miami

Zuma Miami’s famed brunch offers the restaurant’s traditional, shared plate style of izakaya dining with a modern twist. With four bottomless options to choose from, diners select between Zuma’s classic, signature or premium dishes such as the spicy beef tenderloin or Chilean seabass. Upon arrival, guests are greeted with a brunch cocktail as well as a savory selection of starters across a sprawling buffet of sushi, oysters, robata-grilled meats, fresh fruits and veggies. The menu includes bottomless cocktails, a selection of hot and cold appetizers for the table and one entree per person.

When: every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

 

Le Zoo

Le Zoo is an energetic celebration of French Mediterranean cooking set in Miami’s luxe Bal Harbour Shops. Capturing the common ground between French elegance and effortless South Florida sophistication, the space is a special place where gilded Old World decor plays alongside tropical planters and lush palm trees. But style is just one part of the equation. The food, drawing inspiration from the beloved sidewalk cafes of Paris and the shores of St. Tropez alike, is built around French cheese, elegant fruits de mer and crowd-pleasing bistro classics, a culinary approach rooted in tradition. Whether you’re relaxing in the quaint interior salon or dining al fresco on the lush palm tree-covered patio, Le Zoo brings out the Francophile in all of us.

When: every Saturday & Sunday from 11:30am to 4pm.
Brunch Menu: HERE

 

Los Félix

Last month, Grassfed Culture Hospitality – powerhouse trio behind Krüs Kitchen – graced the streets of Coconut Grove with their newest eatery, Los Félix, an authentic Mexican Molino, natural wine and record bar that has people buzzing over the fresh tortillas and to-die for eats. But on Sundays, the jazzy record bar makes brunch goers’ dreams come true with a mix of natural wine-based cocktails, inspired eats and live DJ’s spinning away on the restaurant’s analog sound system. The Los Félix brunch menu features favorites like guacamole + totopos to share, chilaquiles, served with totopos, whipped sour cream, cotija cheese, salsa, fried egg, calendula, cilantro and black sesame seeds; huevos rancheros on a corn tostado topped with salsa, molcajete, black beans,queso fresco and avocado; or masa pancakes served with Moritas jam, maple and whipped butter.

When: every Sunday from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

 

Phuc Yea

Phuc Yea, the critically acclaimed, modern-Vietnamese mainstay from executive chef/co-owner Cesar Zapata and co-owner Aniece Meinhold are ringing in the new year with stellar new offerings, reminding everyone why dinner time at their restaurant continues to be one of the hottest reservations in town. The refreshed dinner menu is as colorful, lively, vibrant and funky as Phuc Yea’s environs and soundtrack, with the duo’s tastes and ethnicities evident throughout. Highlights include Millionaire Fried Rice – black truffle, black pepper, chives, quail egg; Wagyu Churrasco – truffled lemongrass ponzu, Petrosian paddlefish caviar, Malden Sea salt; and Char Siu Roasted Black Cod – house-made BBQ sauce, honey, nuoc cham, soy, lemongrass, citrus. New to the cocktail list are several inventive concoctions perfect for the season. Highlights include Pass the Diesel (Espresso Martini) – Grey Goose Vodka, Cardamaro liqueur, espresso cordial, dulce de leche; An Old Man Named Gio – Havana Club Anejo, mint, basil, lime, Alta Vista Rose Brut, Angostura bitters; 90 Miles – Havana Club Anejo, Fernet Branca, minted cola reduction, quinine, house carbonated; Bird of Paradise – Plantation & Smith + Cross Rum Blend, strawberry Campari, pineapple, allspice, lime; and Mezcalita – Amaras Espadin Mezcal, passionfruit, red bell pepper, Thai bird chili, lime, dulce de leche. Phuc Yea is located at 7100 Biscayne Boulevard in Miami.

When: Sunday brunch is served Noon to 3PM.  Telephone: (305) 602-3710;www.phucyea.com.

 

Rusty Pelican

Key Biscayne’s landmark dining destination, The Rusty Pelican, is celebrating the arrival of 2022 with delicious and new dishes launching this year.  The menu changes encompass all meal periods with the majority of new options found on the expansive dinner menu. For  raw bar aficionados, new on the restaurant’s already-impressive raw bar menu – Nikkei Salmon Tartare. Brunch is also benefiting from some menu upgrades including two new raw bar options – Medium Florida Stone Crabs with mustard celery salt and aji amarillo and freshly-shucked Pink Moon Oysters.  A top tier temptation is the Pink Brick – Wagyu carpaccio served with black truffle butter and smoky chimichurri; prepared tableside on a brick of pink Himalayan salt. Other new starters include Crab Cake with roasted garlic and mustard aioli, and Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Thai chili. Heartier plates include the Roasted Chicken served with honey roasted root vegetables and sweet potato puree; and The Progressive featuring four standout cuts of beef grilled to perfection (Filet Mignon, Ribeye, Prime Skirt Steak and Mishima Wagyu Hanger Steak); Board for Two, featuring a Whole Fried Snapper, Lobster and Shrimp Risotto, Certified Angus Beef NY Strip and smoked sweet plantain mash. For those looking for a vegan entree, the Honey Roasted Root Vegetables with sweet potato puree, almondine and preserved lemon, can be a vegetarian main plate or the perfect accompaniment to fresh fish or steak entrées. Also debuting on the “sides” list, a flavor-packed Loaded Twice-Baked Potato with truffle mashed potato, Bowfin caviar, vodka crème fraiche.

Rusty Pelican is located at 3201 Rickenbacker Causeway in Key Biscayne.

When: Brunch available on Saturday and Sunday. Telephone: (305) 361-3818; www.therustypelican.com.

 

Toro Toro @ InterContinental Miami

Miami’s iconic downtown hotel InterContinental Miami is kicking off 2022 with a lineup of exciting InterAct @ InterCon programming for guests and locals at the property to enjoy throughout the week and weekend. On Sundays from 12PM to 4PM, indulge in Toro Toro’s Pan-Latin flavors at its unlimited brunch buffet. For more information on InterAct @ InterCon programming, visit www.icmiamihotel.com/play. InterContinental Miami is located at 100 Chopin Plaza in downtown Miami.  Telephone: (305) 577-1000