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The City's Best Breakfasts
The Grey Dog - Union Square is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

1. The Grey Dog - Union Square

8.7
90 University Pl (btwn E 11th & E 12th St), New York, NY
Café · Greenwich Village · 326 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: We love this tiny place for a delicious brunch – Get your fill with the Grey Dog’s Breakfast or be a bit healthier with the Homemade Granola. Expect to wait during the weekends.

Clement is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

2. Clement

7.7
700 5th Ave (at 55th St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Midtown East · 29 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Check out the classy bar for a pre-dinner cocktail or a later for a nightcap. Or, come early in the morning for their Japanese Breakfast. Service is attentive but slow.

Garage Restaurant & Cafe is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

3. Garage Restaurant & Cafe

99 7th Ave S (at Grove St.), New York, NY
American Restaurant · West Village · 106 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: It’s best to come during their Jazz Brunch on Saturday and Sunday (add the unlimited drink option). We like the music and their Vanilla Bean French Toast.

Hollywood Diner is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

4. Hollywood Diner

6.2
574 Avenue of the Americas (at W 16th St), New York, NY
Diner · Union Square · 79 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Solid diner featuring an extensive menu that’s perfect for late-night dining. Stick to the basics, like the Bacon Cheesburger or anything from the breakfast menu.

Café Prague is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

5. Café Prague

2 W 19th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Café · Flatiron District · 52 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Simple and homey Czech restaurant with slow but friendly service. Try the Breakfast of the Champions or the Prague Beef Goulash Plate. Don’t skip the pastries!

De Santos is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

6. De Santos

139 W 10th St (at Greenwich Ave), New York, NY
American Restaurant · West Village · 96 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Check out this historic location during brunch with unlimited drinks and outdoor seating – try the Omelette Peperonata, the Dutch Pancake or the Burger.

A.O.C. Bistro is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

7. A.O.C. Bistro

259 5th Ave. (Garfield), New York, NY
French Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: We’ve decided that this is our go-to brunch spot in the neighborhood. It’s slightly more expensive, but definitely less crowded. Try the French Toast or the Oeufs Benedicte with a Bloody Mary.

Patisserie des Ambassades is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

8. Patisserie des Ambassades

6.9
2200 Frederick Douglass Blvd (btwn W 118th & W 119th St), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Central Harlem · 67 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: We love to stop in here for a quick Egg Sandwich, the best Almond Croissant and a coffee. If you want to have a more formal meal, try the Yoff Kebab or the Grilled Lamb Chops.

Le Caprice is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

9. Le Caprice

2 E 61st St, New York, NY
Café · Upper East Side · 20 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Enjoy a relaxing and delicious breakfast of Buttermilk Pancakes, served with warm maple syrup. Or stop in for a power lunch of Fish and Chips that will have you licking your fingers.

10. Morning Star Restaurant

879 9th Ave (9th Avenue), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 37 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Sit in the front of the restaurant to people watch while you eat. Then dive into one of the most extensive breakfast menus around – Pastrami & Egg Sandwich anyone?

Terrace Coffee Shop is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

11. Terrace Coffee Shop

7.7
598 19th St (11Th Ave. & Terrace Place), Brooklyn, NY
Diner · Windsor Terrace · 26 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Small restaurant that impressively serves a full dinner menu – try the Terrace Burrito. Great for breakfast/brunch as well – although its very crowded.

Cafe D'Alsace is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

12. Cafe D'Alsace

8.7
1695 2nd Ave (at E 88th St), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Yorkville · 176 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A great place for a lazy Sunday brunch – go for the Omelette d’Alsace or the Frittata Provencal, or maybe the Apple Pancake or the Tarte Flambee – everything is delicious.

DohYO is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

13. DohYO

570 10th Ave (at 42nd St. (at YOTEL New York)), New York, NY
Asian Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 28 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Come for the free flowing All-You-Can-Eat and All-You-Can-Drink Brunch for $35. The Sweet & Spicy Bacon and the Peach & Bourbon Tea are the bomb!

Lido Harlem is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

14. Lido Harlem

8.6
2168 Frederick Douglass Blvd (at W 117th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Central Harlem · 134 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Check out this intimate Italian joint for brunch for perfectly poached eggs and a delicious frittata! You also can’t go wrong with their $10 bottomless mimosa!

Wallsé is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

15. Wallsé

8.6
344 W 11th St (at Washington), New York, NY
Austrian Restaurant · West Village · 52 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Enjoy the chic and minimalist décor during your delicious Brunch of Steak Rosti, Spatzle with Braised Rabbit or Wiener Schnitzel. Their Bloody Mary is a must!

Sweet Life Cafe is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

16. Sweet Life Cafe

6.9
147 Christopher St (Greenwich St), New York, NY
Breakfast Spot · West Village · 21 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Enjoy a great greasy-spoon brunch at this lovely diner. Order the Lumber Jack Special and a hot cup of coffee which John and Dalli will serve to you in the blink of an eye.

Coffee Shop is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

17. Coffee Shop

29 Union Sq W (at E 16th St), New York, NY
Diner · Union Square · 466 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: We have a soft spot for this chill (and still chic) joint. Their Jazzy Brunch is fun (try the English Grill) and the tuna over greens is a favorite.

Perry St is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

18. Perry St

8.5
176 Perry St (at West St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · West Village · 115 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Check out the prix fixe brunch at this slick and minimal Jean Georges joint. We especially loved the Crispy Fried Chicken and the Butternut Squash Soup.

Agave is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

19. Agave

7.7
140 7th Ave S (between W 10th & Charles St.), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · West Village · 168 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Check out the pre-fixe brunch, try the Huevos Rancheros or the Three Beef Hash. Or, sit at the bar and get a lesson about Tequila from the bartender. Service can be very iffy.

DBGB Kitchen and Bar is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

20. DBGB Kitchen and Bar

299 Bowery (at E Houston St), New York, NY
Gastropub · East Village · 364 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Excellent, rustic French fare. All the burgers are dynamite; however our favorite is “The Frenchie”. If you’re up before 11AM on a Sunday, try the brunch which is equally delicious.

Egg is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

21. Egg

109A N 3rd St (at Berry St), Brooklyn, NY
Breakfast Spot · Williamsburg · 377 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Awesome brunch, but be prepared to WAIT. Try the Egg Rothkos or the Biscuits & Gravy. Less of a wait for dinner, when you should try the Fried Oyster Sandwich or the Carolina Kale.

Commerce is one of The City's Best Breakfasts.

22. Commerce

50 Commerce St (at Barrow St.), New York, NY
American Restaurant · West Village · 153 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: All foodies agree that this could quite possibly be the best brunch in NYC! We recommend the Gently Smoked Bacon, Egg and Cheese on an English Muffin. Cash only!