
Best Brunch Spots in Denver
Spring has definitely been in the Denver area this week...so it's not too difficult to believe that it's time to Spring Forward this Sunday! But set the alarm, because the last thing you want to do is miss brunch, right?!
Here are some of our favorite Denver brunch spots...they are all delish, but don't take our word for it. Make a reservation, and don't sleep through it!
Head over to Open Table to make a reservation!
Denver diners weighed in on their weekend eating habits by voting and commenting on the top brunch spots in the city. From lavish champagne spreads to bottomless Bloody Mary bars, it's clear that the Mile High City has plenty of noteworthy destinations to fulfill your cravings. Whether you're a pancake-and-syrup junkie or firmly entrenched in the eggs Benedict camp, these 10 reader favorites rise to the top.
- Mediterranean
- Central Business District
Securing the top spot for Denver brunches, chef-owner Jennifer Jasinski's Larimer Square Mediterranean boasts the "best Benedict on the planet" insist fans who also sing the praises of her "great vegetarian options that are out of the box." The "fun and interesting combinations" are delivered by a "friendly and personable staff" in the newly remodeled dining room or on the "perfect front patio" that's prime people-watching territory "when weather accommodates."
Best dishes:Eggs Benedict with housemade bacon, spinach, tomato and poached eggs (pictured); omelet of the day.
- American
- LoHi
Fanatics of this LoHi seasonal American "can't stop thinking" about the "terrific" "corned beef hash with great texture" or the "perfect combination of capers, salmon, cream cheese and everything-bagel flavors" that comprise chef Matt Selby's rave-worthy flatbread. Add "fantastic balanced cocktails" and a "great patio" that overlooks the city center to the mix and it's easy to see why it's such a popular weekend pick.
Best dishes:Corned beef hash (pictured); French toast; chilaquiles.
- New American
- Uptown
"Always spectacular" "food, cocktails and service" cements the experience at this New American "favorite brunch place" in Uptown boasting "prices that are really reasonable for the quality," so it's no wonder that "you can't just pick one" dish from chef-owner Paul Reilly's "always changing" menu that ensures "something new to try" at every turn.
Best dishes:Housemade chicken-cherry sausage link with crostini, eggs, mustard hollandaise plated with a spring salad (pictured).
- Eclectic
- LoDo
"The best service in Denver" rave brunch fans who pile in for a taste of the LoDo market-driven American's plates of eggs Benedict, flapjacks, shrimp and grits and more. If you're not there for the "super-fun" brunch bingo (hosted by a drag queen on Saturday and a comedian on Sunday), snag a seat on the lovely outdoor patio during warmer months.
Best dishes:Monkey bread; country ham sandwich (pictured); eggs Benedict
- American
- LoHi
Sure, it's "crowded" and "there are long waits for a table" at Justin Cucci's lively farm-to-table American in LoHi, but patience pays off with "lots of food" that's "always delicious," leading surveyors to sum up the experience with a resounding "yum." P.S. there's another offshoot in Denver International Airport's Terminal C.
Best dishes:Almond-flour buttermilk pancakes with pear butter and maple agave syrup (pictured).
- Asian
- LoDo
"It's always a wonderful experience" at this "bright" Latin-inspired haunt from celebrity chef/restaurateur Richard Sandoval, whose "all-you-can-eat, made-to-order" brunch offers "good price points," especially given the "unique variety of food" and "great Bloody Mary bar options."
Best dishes:Pandan waffle with strawberry-guava sauce and whipped cream (pictured); chorizo-and-egg steamed buns.
- Gastropub
- Uptown
There's nothing "run of the mill" about this "welcoming" Uptown Scottish-themed gastropub that features a "relaxing vibe" in which to feast on a "fabulous" brunch complemented by mimosas and "cocktails to knock your socks off." In sum, it's "always a top-notch experience," and when the the sun shines, there are two "great patios" to round out the urban setting.
Best dishes:English breakfast, a splay of housemade sausage, fried eggs, beans, grilled tomatoes and mushrooms (pictured).
- Eclectic
- LoHi
A "fantastic menu" of "wonderful," "unique" and "delicious food options" ("Try the waffles with popcorn!") keeps crowds coming back to Justin Cucci's eclectic LoHi "favorite" that features "the best vibes for hanging out all morning" and sipping "bottomless mimosas" in the upstairs bar or on the hopping rooftop patio that peeks over the city skyline.
Best dishes:The India-inspired dosa with masala potatoes, scrambled eggs, avocado and sambar curry; breakfast tacos with chorizo; donut holes; Cracker Jack waffles with candied peanuts, cherry maple syrup and vanilla custard (pictured).
- American
- Speer
Smitten fans fawn over the "superb ambiance" at this romantic tree-thicketed New American jewel in Baker that gratifies appetites with its "experimental and delicious" culinary journey of "filling" egg-centric dishes coupled with crawfish beignets, squash pancakes and biscuits and gravy, all served by a "friendly" staff.
Best dishes:Farmer's Delight, a plate with slow-cooked pork shoulder, toasted cornbread, mustard-braised greens and a sunny-side up egg (pictured).
- American
- Central Business District
For a blowout splurge in regal surroundings, devotees tout this "typical high-quality Brown Palace experience" that can't be beat for its legendary bottomless Sunday champagne brunch, a fancy, fine-dining affair that's bolstered by "excellent and friendly service."
Best dishes:Bring your appetite and indulge in the lavish Dom Perignonchampagne brunch, inclusive of carved-to-order meats and fish, a salad station, a spread of oysters, smoked seafood and house-cured salmon, and house-baked cakes, pies and pastries. The eggs Benedict with smoked salmon gets high marks too.
As always, it's best to call ahead and make a reservation...and confirm that these spots are still serving Brunch!






















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