Best Brunch in Orlando (2025)
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Bakery · Coytown
A Milk District landmark for scratch Southern indulgence—think chicken biscuits, pies, and The Minnie Pearl waffles. Featured by Food Network and recommended by the Michelin Guide; also a consistent Orlando Weekly favorite.
Maxine's On Shine
American restaurant · Colonialtown South
Lively “Rejuicination Brunch” with live music, jumbo mason-jar cocktails, and Florida-leaning comfort plates. Michelin Guide–recommended and named Best Brunch by Orlando Weekly readers in 2025.
The Osprey
Seafood restaurant · Baldwin Park
Seafood-centric Sunday brunch in Baldwin Park from Good Salt Restaurant Group. Expect oysters, elegant benedicts, and thoughtful cocktails in a handsome room; praised by local critics and frequently listed among Orlando’s best.
The Monroe
Restaurant · Orlando
Creative Village hangout inspired by Orlando history, serving nostalgic-but-refined dishes at weekend brunch. Often cited by Eater and Orlando Magazine for its vibe and hospitality; deeply connected to the Parramore community.
Reyes Mezcaleria
Mexican restaurant · Central Business District
Chef Wendy Lopez’s Mexican kitchen pours agave‑forward cocktails and serves chilaquiles, tacos, and brunch specialties with regional flair. A downtown staple noted by local critics and weekend brunch regulars.
White Wolf Cafe
Cafe · Lake Formosa
Ivanhoe Village institution since 1991 with art‑packed walls and hearty plates—benedicts, crab cakes, and colossal pastries. Celebrated by local media for decades and still going strong under new local ownership.
The Glass Knife
Cafe · Winter Park
Weekend brunch runs early with quiche, shakshuka, benedicts, and signature cakes in a polished, locally owned bakery‑café. Frequently recommended by Orlando magazines for pastries and sweet‑savory plates.
The Ravenous Pig
American restaurant · Winter Park
James and Julie Petrakis’ flagship gastropub delivers a seasonal Saturday‑Sunday brunch—house breads, chicken & waffles, and craft beer from the onsite brewery. Michelin Guide–recommended and a fixture of Winter Park dining.
Otto’s High Dive
Restaurant · Colonialtown South
Milk District Cuban‑inspired rum bar with a spirited Sunday brunch—lechón, pan dulce, and standout cocktails. Bib Gourmand honoree in the Michelin Guide and praised by Time Out for flavor and vibe.
The Strand
Restaurant · Highland
Mills 50’s intimate, chef‑owned spot serves a seasonal Saturday brunch—avocado toast, brunch burger, Johnny cakes—alongside a smart wine list. Michelin‑recognized restaurant lauded by local editors for community focus.
Briarpatch Restaurant
American restaurant · Winter Park
Park Avenue classic since 1980, famous for raspberry‑brie French toast, pecan brioche sticky buns, and benedicts. A perennial on local best‑brunch lists and beloved by critics for its crowd‑pleasing menu.
Buttermilk Bakery
Bakery · Orwin Manor
Small‑batch, locally loved bakery where weekend mornings mean kouign‑amann, savory croissant tarts, and strong coffee on the patio. Frequently praised by local food writers and readers’ polls for best bakery.