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POV: It's a Sunday morning and you just rolled out of bed after a busy Saturday. Sounds like this calls for a laid-back brunch outing with friends, family, or even just by yourself! We've picked out several of the Salt City's best brunch spots to inspire your next outing. Take the kids out for some pancakes and order a couple of mimosas, Sunday brunch is about to get crazy. Here's our favorite spots across the 315:
In & Near Downtown Syracuse:
Oh My Darling
If you're in the mood for some good old fashioned southern cookin', you're in the right spot. Oh, My Darling features a comfort food brunch menu that's to die for.
Menu Highlights: Butter Milk Biscuits & Jam, Avocado Toast, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Banana Bread French Toast
Morning Mixers: Aperol Spritz, Alive and Kickin’ (cold brew coffee & vodka cocktail), Hop Mimosa Cider
Rise N Shine Diner
If you believe that your phone should eat first, this photogenic food spot is for sure one to check out. You've never seen brunch quite like this.
Menu Highlights: The Pancake Flight, Big Mama Stackers French Toast
Morning Mixers: Boozy Milkshakes (try out the Reese's Peanut Butter or Bday Cake), Shareable Mimosa for 4, Spiked Coffee Flight.
Modern Malt
An Armory Square gem, Modern Malt will easily rise to the top of your list of favorites. With a modern twist on American Diner food, this is one to check out as soon as possible.
Menu Highlights: Lobster Benedict, BBQ Chicken and Waffles, General Tso Chicken and Waffles, Breakfast Poutine, Elvis B-side (a pancake dish)
Morning Mixers: Bloody Mary, S'mores Milkshake (there are so many shakes on this menu)
Original Grain
We know you can't have pancakes every Sunday, so luckily, OG provides some healthier options for brunch goers!
Menu Highlights: Best Coast Toast, Purple Swag Smoothie Bowl, Salmon Poke Bowl
Morning Mixers: Plenty of tea, coffee, and smoothies!
Board & Bar Charcuterie
Serving up Saturday & Sunday brunch is the new charcuterie-themed hot spot located in stunning Clinton Square.
Menu Highlights: Griddle Board complete with French toast, pancakes, waffles & more, Frittata Board
Morning Mixers: Milk Punch, Mimosa Flight, The Pearl
Outside of Syracuse:
This historic, upscale restaurant is located in the beautiful village of Skaneateles. Old school fine dining remains but their evolving menu adds excitement.
Menu Highlights: Langoustine & Grits, Smoked Salmon Crepe, Krebs Brunch Burger, Banana Foster French Toast, Chicken & Waffles
Morning Mixers: Mimosas & Bloody's
Heritage Hill
Enjoy scenic views, boozy cocktails, and hearty plates at Heritage Hill. Their weekend brunch can be enjoyed indoors or outdoors (weather permitting). Bring the kids' sleds in the wintertime or sit, sip and savor the sunsets in the summertime.
Menu Highlights: Chicken & Waffles, French Toast Casserole
Morning Mixers: Beer-Mosa, Roasty & Toasty
Mirbeau Inn & Spa
Enjoy Sunday brunch surrounded by the Monet-inspired French chateau atmosphere of Mirbeau Inn & Spa. Their menu is made up of classic brunch favorites with a French fusion twist.
Menu Highlights: Eggs Mirbeau, Galette Breton, French Toast, Steak Frites
Morning Mixers: Mimosa
Dave's Diner
With locations in Manlius and Cazenovia, Dave's Diner has a great family environment, and delicious diner-style food for all! Dave's is open every day of the week, making brunch an everyday activity.
Menu Highlights: Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Eggs Benedict. BBQ Chicken Breast Platter
Morning Mixers: No booze here, but plenty of coffee and other soft beverages!
Nestico's Too
This brunch spot has everyone talking, and it's no secret why! Located in Camillus, this is another family friendly diner-style spot that has so many dishes to choose from.
Menu Highlights: Steak & Eggs, Haile's French Toast, Cali-Bennie, Oreo Pancakes, Cinnamon Roll Waffles
Morning Mixers: Coffee and other soft beverages
