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Where to plan your next brunch date in Orlando

Don’t just pick a spot with pancakes and eggs — pick the spot that’s perfect for your gathering with this guide that includes menu recommendations, brunch categories, and beyond.

Chicken and waffles with onion rings and gravy, served with mimosas and water at a restaurant table.

Let’s get brunchin’, City Beautiful.

Photo by Delaney Muir

Plan your weekend and pour those mimosas. We’ve compiled a whole bunch of brunch options — whether you’re on the hunt for fluffy eggs or stacked chicken and waffles — along with menu recs, pro tips, and an interactive map to track ‘em. Note: All times listed are brunch-only.

Weekend staples

Maxine’s on Shine, 337 Shine Ave. | Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Reservations | It’s not out of the norm to see owners Kirt and Maxine going around and greeting tables at this neighborhood spot that reviewer Kirk M. hails as “the best brunch in Orlando, hands down.”

White Wolf Cafe, 1829 N. Orange Ave. | Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | This Orlando staple might have recently come under new ownership, but go-to brunch items like the andouille shrimp and grits + colossal pancakes are staying put on the menu.

Santiago’s Bodega, 802 Virginia Dr. | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Reservations | Reviewers rave about the $50 bottomless brunch special that includes unlimited food + drinks. Not sure where to start? Reviewer Natalia R. recommends the toffee cake, tomato soup, frittata, and croissant French toast.

The Ravenous Pig, 565 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park | Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Reservations | Start your meal off with the brunch pastry board, then add a savory note with a dish like the ham frittata or prime rib hash.

A buttermilk waffle topped with sliced bananas, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings, paired with a side of bacon.

Let your sweet tooth take over with Cuba Libre’s Banana Crispy Waffle — a buttermilk waffle topped with sliced bananas in rum syrup, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings, paired with a side of bacon.

Photo by Delaney Muir

Bottomless mimosas

Cafe Tu Tu Tango, 8625 International Dr. | Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Reservations | Add a seasonal twist to your bottomless beverage game with five rotating juices at this lively spot.

Delaney’s Tavern, 1315 S. Orange Ave. | Saturday-Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Reservations | Bottomless doesn’t just apply to the mimosas here — bring your stretchy pants to delight in an all-you-can-eat buffet, plus a la carte options, for just $49 per person.

Tibby’s New Orleans Kitchen, 2203 Aloma Ave., Winter Park | Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Reservations | Reader Emily F. praises this spot for its delicious Cajun-inspired fare, along with the ability to enjoy your bottomless bevs without a time limit.

Cuba Libre, 9101 International Dr. | Saturday-Sunday, 12-4 p.m. | Reservations | Pair your mimosa with this spot’s bread + mango butter for a truly tropical start to your meal. Pro tip: Make sure you and your crew are all on the same page — if one member of your party opts in for bottomless mimosas, the rest of the group needs to as well.

For a special occasion

Highball & Harvest, 4012 Central Florida Pkwy. | Daily, 7-11 a.m. | Reservations | Located in the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, this restaurant features Southern-inspired fare ranging from eggs benedict to chicken + waffles. Pro tip: According to reviewer Rashmi P., the restaurant validates parking, so you can take advantage of the Ritz’s valet service.

Garni Cafe, 6100 Wave Hotel Dr. | Daily, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Reservations | Who says you need to leave Florida to get a taste of France? This spot located on the second floor of the Wave Hotel specializes in upscale, French-inspired dishes like tuna tartare, steak frites, and even octopus a la nicoise.

Hamilton’s Kitchen, 300 E. New England Ave., Winter Park | Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Keeping with the hotel theme, reviewer Nhi B. calls this modern Southern eatery in The Alfond Inn “a hidden gem” and “perfect place to start your day.”

For the family

Shaker’s American Cafe, 1308 Edgewater Dr. | Monday-Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | If you’re looking for a breakfast spot that leans into nostalgia, look no further. Spoiler alert: If you’re wondering where the diner got its name, the answer might just lie in the hundreds of unique salt + pepper shakers lining the walls.

Dixie Belle’s Cafe, 7125 S. Orange Ave. | Tuesday-Friday, 6 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | This cozy, family-owned diner located just northwest of MCO has been serving up classic American fare ranging from omelettes to pancakes since 2007.

Grills Lakeside, 4301 N. Orange Blossom Trl. | Daily, 7-11 a.m. | Nestled on the shores of Lake Fairview, grown-ups can sit back and relax at this spot’s open-air swamp deck while the kiddos run around on the playground in between bites.

A green and white sign on a fence that says "Tap Room: Ask about our pet friendly courtyard tables."

Furry friends are welcome at several Orlando brunch spots with outdoor dining, like the Tap Room at Dubsdread.

Photo courtesy of @taproomatdubsdread

Patio dining

Briarpatch Restaurant, 252 Park Ave. N., Winter Park | Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Reservations | Readers wrote in sharing this spot as a go-to fave, but reservations are highly recommended if you plan on a visiting over a weekend.

AC Sky Bar, 333 S. Garland Ave. | Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Reservations | Reviewer Xavier V. says that this rooftop eatery “is the kind of place that makes you fall in love with Orlando all over again.” And we have to agree — just look at those views.

The Tap Room at Dubsdread, 549 Par St. | Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Reservations | Located on the Dubsdread Golf Course, this country club casual spot was named a Diners Choice restaurant by OpenTable for 2025.

DIY brunch

Prefer to stay in? Host your own brunch with crowd-pleasing supplies good enough for a chef.

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