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Best Brunches

With the mimosa’s flowing, the bloody mary bar stocked, surely everyone needs a great brunch place from time to time! Brunch is a time to gather with friends, have a Sunday Funday (or any other day    of the week, just usually on a Saturday or Sunday), and share a great meal. We compiled our list  some of the best brunch places throughout the Woodward Corridor and beyond – enjoy! (note: in our list, liquor must be served to be brunch (breakfast vs brunch))

If you have some other places that you feel should have made this list, don’t hesitate to let us know!

Starting in Detroit and heading North…

1         Bobcat Bonnie’s, Corktown Detroit

Featured on the Cooking Channel’s Cheap Eats, Bobcat Bonnie’s should be one of your go­to weekend brunch spots. $3 Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar, say no more… Bobcat Bonnie’s, Corktown Detroit

2         Gold Cash Gold, Corktown Detroit

You’ll feel like “gold” after having brunch at Gold Cash Gold in Corktown! From hand­crafted drinks to culinary creations – Gold Cash Gold is one of Corktown’s premier brunch venues. Gold Cash Gold, Corktown Detroit

3         Dime Store, Downtown Detroit

Downtown Detroit’s Dime Store restaurant is one of the downtown area’s brunch hotspots! The wait is worth it! Whether you choose a sweet breakfast, or a savory one, Dime Store has something in store  for everyone. Dime Store, Downtown Detroit

4         Parks & Rec, Downtown Detroit

Parks & Rec, located in the historic and beautifully restored Guardian Building, has an open and airy, diner style atmosphere. Parks & Rec features an eclectic menu, sure to dazzle a variety of taste buds! Brunch anytime! Parks & Rec, Downtown Detroit

5         Honest John’s, Midtown Detroit

Honest John’s is one of Midtown Detroit’s long­standing staples, offering a relaxed atmosphere, and your standard brunch fare! Honest John’s, Midtown Detroit

6         Selden Standard, Midtown Detroit

Selden Standard is one of the newer additions to Midtown Detroit – featuring a monthly curated menu! Selden Standard, Midtown Detroit

7         Vivio’s, Eastern Market

Bloody Mary’s with a beer sidecar, yes!!! Vivio’s is an Eastern Market masterpiece, rounding out your weekend morning shopping trip! Vivio’s, Eastern Market

8         La Dolce Vita, Northwest Detroit

With a charming patio, superb food, and bottomless Bloody Mary’s and Mimosa’s, LDV is a restaurant not to miss! La Dolce Vita, Northwest Detroit

9         Pop’s Italian, Ferndale

How about a brunch with an Italian flare?! Why not add a towering mimosa to share (3 bottles worth)?! Pop’s Italian, Ferndale

10       Toast, Ferndale

Toast Ferndale, with it’s toaster­iffic artpieces, has a brunch that leaves you wanting more. From creative omelettes and eggs benny creations (chicken and waffles benny, yes!) to hot cinnamon rolls, Toast has a creative menu that is sure to please anyone! Toast, Ferndale

11       The Flytrap, Ferndale

Excellent omelettes, sandwiches, and all around great food – they also serve a variety of salsas that are made in house – yum! The Flytrap, Ferndale

12       One-Eyed Betty’s, Ferndale

With seemingly 100s of beers, and a brunch menu to match, One Eyed Betty’s has all the elements you need for a great brunch experience! One­ Eyed Betty’s, Ferndale

13       Dino’s, Ferndale

Dino’s features one of Ferndale’s build­your­own Bloody Mary Bar experiences. They pair this with a hearty menu that has many great weekend brunch comforts. Have you ever had a beer­mosa?! Dino’s, Ferndale

14       The Emory, Ferndale

Build­your­own Bloody Mary Bars abound, the Emory pairs this with an excellent brunch menu. The Emory, Ferndale

15       Bobcat Bonnie’s, Ferndale

The well­established Wyandotte and Corktown restaurant has made its way to Ferndale! Bobcat Bonnie’s, Ferndale

16       The Whistle Stop, Pleasant Ridge

This is not your typical corner diner! The Whistle Stop, has a large menu with just about everything “brunch” you can think of. They also have your standard brunch cocktails to pair! The Whistle Stop, Pleasant Ridge

17       Café Muse, Royal Oak

Enjoy brunch is the cozy atmosphere of Cafe Muse – creative culinary creations abound! Café Muse, Royal Oak

18       D’Amato’s, Royal Oak

D’Amato’s has a large selection of eats and drinks to make your weekend brunch a blast! D’Amato’s, Royal Oak

19       Toast, Birmingham

Toast Birmingham, similar to it’s Ferndale counterpart, features an excellent menu and equally excellent drinks. Did we mention the banana coffee?!

Toast, Birmingham

20       Social Kitchen, Birmingham

Brunch, Lunch, Happy Hour, Dinner, Late Night, Social Kitchen has it all! Social Kitchen, Birmingham

Let us know your favorite brunch places!

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