By Kate Cohen

Brunch is the most versatile meal of the day.

Is it breakfast? Is it lunch?

Brunch is whatever you want it to be.

A plate full of pancakes, egg cups, croissants, and strawberries on a table next to a mimosa, a cup of coffee, and a bowl of colorful fruit.

April is National Brunch Month, making this the perfect time to check out some of Orlando’s hottest brunch spots.

Whether you’re craving croissants with coffee, eggs benedict, or a burger, the best brunches in Orlando have a menu that appeals to every appetite.

Here are our favorite places for brunch in Orlando.

‘39 Poolside Bar & Grill

A stack of golden-brown waffles and stainless still containers of syrup on a white plate beside a sparkling blue pool surface.

There’s nothing better than brunch with a view.

When you dine at ‘39 Poolside Bar & Grill at Rosen Plaza on Sundays, you can enjoy your meal looking out over the hotel’s sparkling pool and whirlpool spa, complete with a cascading waterfall.

Enjoy thoughtfully crafted dishes like the French toast stack, made with thick-cut sourdough bread that has been dipped in a brown sugar and cinnamon custard.

Guests who prefer a savory brunch can try the signature ‘39 Benedicts like the smoked pork loin with spinach and creamy Hollandaise sauce or the crabcake benedict for a tasty seafood twist.

In addition to classic brunch fare, you can also order fresh salads, juicy burgers, and made-to-order guacamole.

Pair the poolside aesthetic with a delicious cocktail like the frozen Tropical Passion, made with Malibu watermelon rum, melon liqueur, mango, and strawberry.

White Wolf Café

White Wolf Café has been an Orlando staple for over 30 years. Originally an antique shop, its vintage aesthetic and warm hospitality have helped influence the trendy, bohemian vibes of Ivanhoe Village near downtown Orlando.

Their brunch menu features an array of sweet and savory dishes worthy of observing National Brunch Month.

Enjoy a combo like the Hungry Like a Wolf offering of two eggs your way, pancakes or French toast, your choice of potatoes, and your choice of sausage, ham or bacon. Or, piece together your own perfect platter of eggs, biscuits, bread, meats, and other breakfast items.

If you like your brunch on the sweeter side, do yourself a favor and order their famous cinnamon rolls for an ooey gooey treat.

Santiago’s Bodega

Another beloved brunch experience in Ivanhoe Village is Santiago’s Bodega, a cozy spot serving some of the best Tapas in Orlando.

Every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests can enjoy an all-you-can-eat Tapas-style brunch with a selection of fresh small plates inspired by classic brunch flavors.

Savor dishes like fluffy frittatas, hash brown casserole, juicy prime rib, biscuits and gravy, and other savory items.

When you’re ready to mix up your brunch with something sweet, help yourself to croissant French toast, griddle cakes, toffee cake with caramel sauce, buttermilk pie, and more.

Brunch at Santiago includes complimentary red, white, and sparkling sangria and mimosas. Cocktails like Irish coffee, the Bodega Bloody Mary, and espresso martinis are available a la carte.

Santiago’s has a beautiful indoor dining area as well as a large outdoor patio perfect for brunching al fresco.

Café Tu Tu Tango

A table set with various brunch dishes, including tacos and a cast iron skillet with bread pudding. A mimosa and bloody Mary sit between the dishes.

Café Tu Tu Tango has been one of Orlando’s go-to spots for delicious food for over three decades.

Their spirited gallery-like decor is inspired by great artists of the world, as well as Orlando’s local artists who have helped make the city the creative hub it’s known to be.

As for the menu, Café Tu Tu Tango focuses on global flavors and shareable small plates that are ideal for a vibrant meal shared with friends and family.

On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, their Bottomless Brunch lets you try any selection from their brunch menu, including dishes like warm guava bread pudding, bananas foster waffles, chilled chili udon noodles, Cuban sliders, brick oven flatbreads, and more.

Bottomless Brunch also includes bottomless street tacos with flavors like chicken tinga, adobo steak, and pork al pastor.

Add on bottomless bloody Marys or seasonal fruit mimosas for a brunch experience that feels truly limitless.

Maxine’s on Shine

In a charming neighborhood just outside of downtown Orlando is Maxine’s on Shine, a popular Michelin-recognized restaurant whose vibe is self-described as “Sexy, Comfortable, and Delicious.”

Their Rejuicination Brunch is available every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features a variety of indulgent dishes.

Maxine’s on Shine’s iconic brunch menu includes a lobster omelet, stout braised brisket, crab cake eggs benedict, and their signature chicken and waffles.

The “Rejuicination” part comes into play with their tasty brunch cocktails, available as individual servings in pints or quarts.

There are classics like sangria, mimosas, and bloody Mary’s, as well as specialty drinks like the Warnin’ in the Mornin’, a Bloody Mary topped with Irish red ale and garnished with thick cut bacon and blackened shrimp.

Briarpatch

Park Avenue in Winter Park is a charming stretch of restaurants and shops across the street from a sprawling park with rose gardens and fountains.

Recognizable by a large yellow awning and the usual line out front, Briarpatch is one of the most popular spots in Winter Park for a memorable brunch experience.

Their breakfast menu is full of incredible dishes including raspberry lemon cream pancakes, certified Angus skirt steak and eggs, zucchini bread and cream cheese sandwiches, and smoked salmon benedict.

If you prefer more of a lunch approach to brunch, Briarpatch’s lunch menu includes salads, sandwiches, and mouthwatering handcrafted burgers.

Briarpatch doesn’t accept reservations, so on weekends, you’ll often find a line of people waiting to get a table. The wait, however, is well worth it.

Se7en Bites

There’s nothing like a hearty, flavorful brunch of Southern home-cooked classics.

In the heart of Orlando’s quirky Milk District you’ll find Se7en Bites, a whimsical brunch and lunch spot that has been featured on popular TV shows like “Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives” and “Somebody Feed Phil.”

Their fun, casual vibes perfectly match a menu laden with Southern-inspired dishes like The Minnie Pearl, which is two fluffy waffles with buttermilk fried chicken and an over easy egg topped with hot honey and vanilla bean butter syrup.

There are plenty of other brunch options that feature signature items like their buttermilk garlic biscuit, fried green tomatoes, and their 5-cheese mac n’ cheese.

Before you leave, be sure to visit their bakery counter for freshly baked treats like cakes, cookies, pies, and their Vanilla Bean Bourbon Bacon Nighttime SkyPie.

The Glass Knife

A colorful slice of toast on a round marble plate topped with avocado, greens, pink pickled onion, a hard boiled egg, and edible flowers.

The Glass Knife’s upscale vintage vibes are perfect for a comfortable yet insta-worthy brunch.

And it isn’t just the atmosphere that’s worth photographing. Their signature pastries, donuts, and cakes are beautiful pieces of art, too.

While they’re open until 10 p.m. on weekdays and 11 p.m. on weekends, their food menu is dedicated to breakfast, lunch, and brunch items all day long.

Enjoy avocado toast with a sous vide egg, house-made tomato jam, and lemon creme fraiche, or warm and spicy shakshuka with feta and toasted bread tips. Other salads, sandwiches, and egg dishes round out a menu of flavorful takes on beloved classics.

Pair your meal and sweet treat with a house made specialty coffee or a light and lively cocktail.

You can look forward to The Glass Knife opening their second location on Park Avenue in Spring of 2025.

Pepe’s Cantina

Pepe’s Cantina is a chic, moody restaurant with authentic Mexican influence and a friendly, fun atmosphere.

On the weekends, their playful brunch offers a unique twist on the classic midday meal.

Guests can enjoy tasty dishes like Huevos Rancheros and Chilaquiles or mix it up with something totally original like tres leches French Toast.

Their menu also features innovative items like pancake tacos served with fresh berries, bananas, and Nutella. Fans of chicken and waffles will love Pepe’s chicken and churros, a fun Mexican-inspired take on a brunch classic.

While you’re enjoying your meal, treat yourself to all you can drink mimosas or sangria as a refreshing palate-cleanser.

The Hampton Social

If you’re into a breezy, coastal brunch aesthetic, The Hampton Social delivers the right vibes along with a delicious menu.

This summery spot has indoor and outdoor seating for an upscale, yet relaxed, dining experience.

Brunch at the Hampton Social features signature items like their lobster roll, seaside fish sandwich, and the Shelter Island chicken sandwich.

If you’re looking for something a little more classically “breakfast,”, try the Denver Scramble with peppers, onion, and hash browns or the wild berry French toast served with mixed berries, sweet ricotta, lemon zest, and mint.

In addition to their brunch dishes, The Hampton Social also has a menu of specialty brunch cocktails to pair with your midday meal, including their popular Hampton Frosé made with Tito’s handmade vodka, rosé, and peach purée.

Brunch is Better as a Guest of Rosen Plaza

One of the best parts about staying at Rosen Plaza as a brunch-lover?

You can enjoy an incredible midday meal without having to leave your hotel when you dine at ‘39 Poolside Bar & Grill.

If you’re in search of a brunch adventure, you can’t go wrong with any of the restaurants on this list.

Your comfy bed and our refreshing seasonally heated pool will be waiting for you for a post-brunch afternoon of relaxation when you’re ready to digest.

A beautiful orange cocktail in a hurricane glass sitting on a pool deck beside a clear sparkling pool with a hotel and palm trees in the background.