12 for Brunch

Brunch like a legend at Michael Jordan’s Steak House at Mohegan Sun. From savory filet mignon and eggs to maple cinnamon rolls and fried chicken and biscuits with sriracha honey, this elevated menu brings bold flavor to every bite. 

If you're really going for wow-factor, look no further than Elm Street Diner. This spot offers zany, inventive dessert creations that make "photo-worthy" sound like an understatement. Enjoy delicious twists on brunch favorites like smoked salmon eggs benedict, churro french toast, skirt steak omelets, and of course, their Insta-famous waffle towers. Bring your appetite and your camera!

On Sundays, this historic and elegant restaurant puts on a brunch special you won't want to miss. Choose from delicious entrees like buttermilk waffles and filet mignon benedict,  pick a dessert like native apple strudel or New York style-cheesecake, and top it off with your choice of a cocktail!

This cozy pub in picturesque Litchfield County offers an extensive and diverse brunch menu, with decadent plates like crab cake Benedict, créme brûlée French toast, shakshuka, chicken and waffles, seafood pot pie, and black truffle meatloaf. White Horse also encourages guests to save room for "a ridiculously good dessert."

The Corner specializes in noteworthy individual brunch plates,, with indulgent choices like stuffed French toasts, crabmeat breakfast quesadillas, a spicy beef and lentil African hash, and Latin-inspired dishes like empanadas, Cuban tacos, and arepas. A dish of South Indian spiced and pulled duck, wrapped in a bacon layered tortilla with scrambled eggs and cheese, was once featured on Food Network.

Not only can you brunch your cares away at Bella's, you can eat breakfast all day long! Their brunch menu changes frequently, but expect to devour unique and scrumptious dishes like sweet potato almond cheesecake French toast, Nutella waffles with fresh fruit, a breakfast pot pie, and specialty flavored sausages. 

How about brunch with a magnificent water view? The all-you-can-eat buffet includes stations for omelets, waffles, and pastas, along with salads, hot breakfast and lunch entrees, carved roasts and desserts.

Here’s one of the best brunch deals in the state. For just $25.95 at this picturesque restaurant and banquet facility, you'l get one complimentary brunch cocktail like a Bloody Mary or mimosa;  choice of entree, a dessert, and coffee or herbal tea. Choose from sweet or savory, with options like French toast, fruit-topped Belgian waffles, filet mignon eggs Benedict, chicken teriyaki, or the signature Mill bacon cheeseburger with seasoned fries. 

Brunch is served daily at this lush cafe within a gorgeous home and garden emporium, with standout dishes like a fried avocado Benedict, brioche French toast with caramelized vanilla custard and Earl Grey-poached pear, and coffee-braised short rib with poached egg and potato hash. Seasonally-inspired menus are created with local Connecticut produce, breads, and cheeses.

The Cottage, owned by James Beard award nominee Brian Lewis, elevates the standard for seasonal American cooking delivered with casual simplicity and coastal charm. The brunch menu varies at each location, but expect plates like buttermilk or lemon ricotta pancakes, buttered crab eggs Benedict, and farm egg omelets, along with signature starters like spicy scallop tartare and Wagyu brisket bao buns. 

The award-winning Sunday brunch at Water's Edge is a favorite for its grand display, huge variety of offerings, and an enviable water view. The buffet options include chef-attended stations for omelets, pastas, and carved roasts; hot breakfast and lunch entrees, waffles and crepes with assorted toppings, charcuterie, and an ice sculpture raw bar.

The restaurant within Elizabeth Park (which is on the National Register of Historic Places) is known for creative New American fare, with brunch plates like assorted omelets, the signature Pond House Benedict with a crab cake and potato pancake, salads, and sandwiches. Vegan options are also available!