It isn't quite breakfast and not quite lunch; brunch is a much-loved meal where you combine the best of these two meals. This chic bar has an intimate feel that is almost cozy. From sweet delights to savory selections, brunch menus feature something for everyone. When visiting New York City, there are plenty of brunch places in Midtown East. Add one of these must-visit brunch places to your itinerary during your next trip to New York City.
When you stay at the Concorde Hotel New York, dining at Bonsaii is a must. Start your day with breakfast from 7–11 am in a chic and cozy setting, featuring a fusion of Spanish and Asian flavors like Spanish omelet or pesto burrata toast. While Bonsaii’s focus is on breakfast, their lunch specials are perfect for brunching any day of the week, offering a versatile menu that caters to late risers. Whether you choose to brunch on the cafe's terrace or enjoy the comfort of room service, Bonsaii ensures a delightful dining experience throughout your stay.
For an upscale dining experience, book a reservation at Sarabeth's Central Park South. Brunch is served on weekends from 8 am to 4 pm. Enjoy an elegant atmosphere as you dine on traditional American cuisine. A much-loved menu item is the lemon ricotta pancakes. First opening its doors in 1981, this famous brunch place is a James Beard Award winner. You are about a mile away when staying at the Concord Hotel New York.
A half mile from the Concord Hotel New York is Copinette, a sophisticated eatery that opened in 1945. Rich dark wood floors, bright white walls, and leather and velvet accents envelop you. Brunch is served on Sundays from 11 am to 3:30 pm. The menu features a fusion of American and French cuisine. Try the lemon ricotta doughnuts, crabcake benedict, truffle omelet, or smoked salmon frittata.
The Concorde is about half a mile from The Smith, a jack-of-all-trades restaurant. While you can visit for weekday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour cocktails, it is the weekend brunch that you can't miss. The Midtown location has a classic American brassier feel with gleaming white subway tiles covering the walls and penny tile across the floor. Pull up a leather-clad seat and smell one of the mouth-watering plates. The eggs benedict is a favorite. However, burgers, shrimp and grits, pancakes, and omelets are also available.
Feel transported to another world when you step through the doors of Rue 57. The walls are lined with natural stone and rich dark wood panels. The architecture alone is worth a visit to this beautifully maintained restaurant. Prepare for a relaxing and intimate experience as you dine at an American fair that features Asian and French influences. Brunch is served on weekends from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. When staying at the Concorde, you are about a half mile from this sophisticated dining spot. The menu offers classic breakfast offerings like eggs any style, omelets, and French toast.
Taking part in brunch is a common New Yorker experience you can't miss during your trip to the Big Apple. Book your reservation at one of these fine establishments to enjoy impressive plates that blend cuisines. From Bonsai to Copinette, you can find fusion cuisine from all over the world. Or, you can stick with the familiar and enjoy American classics at The Smith.
Book your stay at the Concorde Hotel New York and be in the heart of Midtown East Manhattan.