1395 Washington St
American Traditional – $$
Brunch Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays
This South End hangout with its usually crowded bar scene is also the #1 rated Zagat Brunch Spot. The dive bar ambiance is brought to life through reclaimed wood and a wall-sized Ouija board. The employees, described as “super-friendly staffers,” top off this cozy brunch spot by providing service as if they were your best friend.
50 Northern Ave
Mediterranean – $$
Brunch hours: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays
The Seaport’s Fan Pier hosts this brunch spot for the Mediterranean inspired cocktails and menu of Greek and Eastern Mediterranean meze. The waterfront setting provides a large patio with its own specific cocktail menu., The duality of outdoor, waterfront availability matched by the interior’s three-sided bar and ceiling of suspended wine crates provide any brunch goer with endless fun.
600 Harrison Ave
Southern – $$
Brunch hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays
Southern Proper opened in March of 2018. Without wasting any time, brunch was added into the mix by April. The chicken and waffles on the brunch menu provide cozy, traditional southern comfort; or ordered spicy for anyone with a taste for fire. Morning-friendly treats, from smothered and covered hash browns to chocolate croissant bread pudding, perfectly mix urban brunch with a southern twist.
541 Tremont St
American Traditional – $$
Brunch Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays
This South End hangout of nightly live music, branded as the “coolest of the cool,” provides a diverse menu with an avant-garde spirit. Just another Boston gem where service is executed by a friendly crew alongside a cocktail menu deemed “ridiculous” by Zagat.
400 Tremont St
Seafood – $$
Brunch Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays
Bootleg Special opened early in 2018. The restaurant began serving brunch in May with an eye towards creating a brunch social between friends. as. There are dishes such as soufflé pancakes, Bananas, and Foster French toast, and Avocado Toast. The Bootleg Special however also specializes in seafood with three preparations of mussels with fries.
– Richard Zarrilli, Jr.