Eat · Brunch · 2026
Brunch in Williamsburg, skip the hype.
In my order, 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.
- Sunday in BrooklynRestaurant · WilliamsburgThe malted pancakes with hazelnut maple praline ($19) are genuinely one of the best things I’ve ever eaten for breakfast.
- DinerRestaurant · WilliamsburgThe burger (when it’s available) is one of the best in Brooklyn.
- Five LeavesRestaurant · GreenpointThe ricotta hotcakes ($18) are the signature dish and they deserve the reputation.
- EggRestaurant · WilliamsburgBiscuits that could convert a carb-avoider.
- Cafe MogadorRestaurant · WilliamsburgThe shakshuka ($17) is the standout.
- MisiRestaurant · WilliamsburgIt feels like brunch for adults who’ve outgrown avocado toast.
- Pies 'n' ThighsRestaurant · WilliamsburgThe fried chicken biscuit sandwich ($14) is perfectly greasy and satisfying.
- SEY CoffeeCafe · BushwickThey roast their own beans, the pour-over is exceptional, and the space is calm and bright.
- 1
Sunday in Brooklyn
Restaurant · Williamsburg · 348 Wythe Avenue
The malted pancakes with hazelnut maple praline ($19) are genuinely one of the best things I’ve ever eaten for breakfast.
- 2
Diner
Restaurant · Williamsburg · 85 Broadway
The burger (when it’s available) is one of the best in Brooklyn.
- 3
Five Leaves
Restaurant · Greenpoint · 18 Bedford Avenue
The ricotta hotcakes ($18) are the signature dish and they deserve the reputation.
- 4
Egg
Restaurant · Williamsburg · 109 N 3rd Street
Biscuits that could convert a carb-avoider.
- 5
Cafe Mogador
Restaurant · Williamsburg · 133 Wythe Avenue
The shakshuka ($17) is the standout.
- 6
Misi
Restaurant · Williamsburg · 329 Kent Avenue
It feels like brunch for adults who’ve outgrown avocado toast.
- 7
Pies 'n' Thighs
Restaurant · Williamsburg · 166 S 4th Street
The fried chicken biscuit sandwich ($14) is perfectly greasy and satisfying.
- 8
SEY Coffee
Cafe · Bushwick · 18 Grattan Street
They roast their own beans, the pour-over is exceptional, and the space is calm and bright.
Brunch in Williamsburg, skip the hype, 2026
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