Max Joseph
SerpAPI
Its been my experience that I am consistently impressed by The Ritz-Carlton. My Sunday brunch at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne was no exception. Never a fan of mass produced foods I have always been skeptical of brunch. Three of us went to enjoy a beautiful day and have a few drinks by the beach. Because this review is about the brunch and not the hotel, you'll just have to assume that everywhere you turn from the valet to the house keeping staff you'll be impressed. Now on to brunch!
When you arrive you'll be escorted by the host/ess who will take you on a tour of everything offered. Let me just take a moment to list a few of the items that were there. Three types of caviar, rack of lamb, whole snapper, risotto, cheese station, sushi, and sooo much more. There is a whole bar where a bartender serves bloody marys, mimosa's, blennies, and just about anything else you want to order (or your server will bring you what ever you want to your table).
Speaking of bringing things to your table when you want eggs benedict/waffles (blueberry, pecan, with whipped cream, fresh fruit or otherwise) ask your server. To keep these from over cooking or drying out they are made to order. Bravo! Each station around has a uniformed chef attending it to keep the food up to par and is discarded after it needs to be, no ifs ands or buts.
Truly, if you are looking for a outstanding brunch experience look no further. The price is a bit high (about $75) but it's The Ritz, you should be expecting that, and your getting your money's worth. 2.5 hours of drinks, caviar, waffles, and desserts later I was quite happy. A nice walk around the hotel grounds and I was done for the day.
I give this brunch 5 stars, absolutely outstanding. I don't really care for brunch but this made a believer out of me. I can't wait for my next chance to go. Word of warning; this is a marathon, not a sprint.
