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The best brunch in Chelsea.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 8 places.

Every place here is one I went to, and every one is worth your time. How I decide.

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide

Best brunch in Chelsea, 2026

  1. Citizens Of ChelseaRestaurant · ChelseaThankfully, everything tastes as great as it looks.
  2. CookshopRestaurant · ChelseaReliable and consistent, the menus is a roll-call of everyone's favorites, from buttermilk cornmeal pancakes (a personal favorite) to punchy huevos rancheros and the freshest BLT you'll have in NYC.
  3. Empire DinerRestaurant · ChelseaDating back to 1976, Empire Diner is on constant rotation in Chelsea's brunch scene.
  4. Jack's Wife FredaRestaurant · ChelseaBut you can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
  5. Motel MorrisRestaurant · Chelsea
  6. Calle DaoRestaurant · ChelseaFusing Chinese and Cuban cuisines, Calle Dao proves that New York City's reputation as the melting pot of America is well earned.
  7. Friedman's at the Chelsea MarketRestaurant · ChelseaFriedman's serves the best gluten-free brunch in Chelsea.
  8. LouLouRestaurant · ChelseaFrom hearty egg dishes like steak and eggs to unforgettable croissant french toast, it won't take long to see why LouLou is considered one of the best brunch restaurants in Chelsea.

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 10 Best Brunch Joints in Chelsea (for All Budgets).