Best Brunch in Charlotte (2025)

A former midcentury church reborn as a Southern steakhouse where brunch turns into a festive buffet of wood-fired skewers, oysters, eggs Benedict, and table-delivered cinnamon rolls. Nationally lauded by Esquire and Bon Appétit, and beloved by Charlotte diners.

A NoDa favorite in a restored mill home serving thoughtful Southern plates and cocktails. Local media spotlight its expanded brunch with dishes like breakfast taquitos; the patio and neighborhood energy make it a Sunday ritual.

Dilworth’s enduring institution in a 1900s Victorian home, celebrated for decades of consistent, from-scratch cooking. Frequently recommended by Eater Carolinas and praised in 2025 by Axios Charlotte for brunch standouts like breakfast pizza and shrimp cake Benedict.

Inside the historic Dunhill Hotel, The Asbury delivers polished, modern Southern fare with deep Carolinas roots. Condé Nast Traveler has spotlighted it for a downtown weekend, and the restaurant confirms a robust weekend brunch service.

NoDa’s mill-town kitchen channels Carolina traditions with crisp fried chicken, cast-iron sides, and apothecary-style cocktails. Weekend brunch is a local ritual; the restaurant and its owners are frequently cited by regional and national outlets for shaping Charlotte dining.

From noted local restaurateurs Greg and Subrina Collier, this South End spot treats brunch as an all-day craft: jerk shrimp and grits, sweet potato waffles, and sharp coffee program. A community anchor tied to BayHaven’s culinary vision.

Plaza Midwood’s classic for Southern comfort—think livermush, biscuits and gravy, and sheet-pan totchos—serves weekend brunch and even weekday breakfast. Praised by local reporters for value and generous portions without losing the neighborhood feel.

An Irish pub with real craft: full Irish breakfasts, blueberry waffles, and strong pints meet a handsome, wood-lined room and sunny courtyard. Highlighted by StyleBlueprint and loved by locals for an easygoing weekend brunch.

Part art gallery, part restaurant, this NoDa original serves an eclectic Sunday brunch alongside exhibits and community events. Local press often notes its creative programming, from pop-ups to drag brunches, that keep the neighborhood’s artistic pulse alive.

South End’s daytime staple focuses on seasonal, locally sourced plates—avocado toast, breakfast burritos, and Roman breakfast cake—served with care. Featured by SouthPark Magazine and regularly updated with new dishes noted by local outlets.

A grand Uptown brasserie where weekend brunch means croques, quiche, and towering pastries in a setting that feels Parisian. Frequently praised by local critics; a refined option before museums or a Panthers game.

Known for serious cocktails and live-fire cooking, The Crunkleton also excels at weekend brunch—think Charlotte Hot Brown, Turkish eggs, and beignets. Condé Nast Traveler has celebrated its bar program in Charlotte itineraries.