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13 Phoenix Brunches Worth Waking Up For

Where to find Southwest-style eggs, Asian-Mexican dishes, French pastries, and more

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Pancakes from Otro Cafe.
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Brunch is the perfect meal — not too early, but early enough in the day that sipping a few mimosas won’t risk a Monday morning hangover. Plus, the best of both worlds come together at the brunch table — whether you’re wanting to bite into a sugary sweet stack of pancakes or a savory breakfast burrito.

Thankfully, Phoenix’s culinary experts have you covered with everything from classic American breakfast dishes to barbacoa and egg combos to Southwest-style scrambles.

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SumoMaya

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Scottsdale’s SumoMaya is an eclectic bottomless brunch option. A basket of pan dulce and mini churros make for a good beginning. Entree highlights include the carne asada scramble and pork al pastor pad Thai. Unlimited shared plates and desserts, plus one entree per diner, cost $39 per person at this vibrant spot. Bottomless bloody Marys, mimosas, micheladas, or draft beer runs an additional $35 per customer, with refills for a penny (no switching drinks; two-hour limit).

Otro Cafe

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Otro Cafe is a true all-day cafe. Helmed by local restaurateur Doug Robson, it is inspired by Robson’s Mexico City roots. The menu reflects its central Mexican influence with brunch offerings including El Español, a medley of jamón serrano, avocado, and Cerignola olives; elote callejero (elote served with avocado); and barbacoa and eggs. With daily brunch service from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Otro is a surefire hit any day of the week. Pro tip: be sure to stop by Otro’s adjoining cafe, Otro Cafecito, to wash down that brunch coffee with some more coffee.

Lon’s at the Hermosa Inn

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Lon’s at the Hermosa Inn in Paradise Valley is perhaps the most elegant brunch option in town. Panoramic views from the patio that overlook six acres of lush landscaping add charm to weekend brunch, which starts at 7 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Meanwhile huevos rancheros, freshly baked monkey bread, and bananas Foster French toast deliver in taste and presentation.

Fàme Caffe

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This casual, trendy counter-service cafe from owners Maria and Ivan O’Farrill focuses on dishes using local produce. Both owners studied at top U.S. culinary schools and it shows in dishes like the French toast and eggs Benedict. Fàme opens daily at 7 a.m.

Prep & Pastry

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Tucson-born Prep & Pastry’s sister restaurant in Scottsdale (near Fashion Square) sports a bright, sunlight-drenched, white-washed interior. A number of items on the menu pique curiosity: a dossant (a cross between donut and croissant), cast iron duck confit, chickpea scramble, and a daily French toast option. The shakshuka is a great choice as is the spin on the Monte Cristo, made with honey-roasted ham, Swiss cheese, and pineapple and jalapeño mascarpone inside herb brioche French toast. The Scottsdale location starts serving daily at 8 a.m.

Valentine

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Valentine offers a true taste of Arizona with a menu incorporating desert ingredients like mesquite, prickly pear, amaranth, and tepary beans in both cocktails and cuisine — and chef Donald Hawk’s brilliant at developing flavors. The brunch menu fits on half a page, which is a sign of a good restaurant: a few excellent dishes rather than pages of average items. For a savory dish with a bottomless layer of flavors, try steak and eggs. For sweet, order the churro waffle.

 

O.H.S.O.

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This casual canal-side spot is typically enjoyed as an afternoon hangout, but its Saturday and Sunday brunch stands on its own. If there is one thing O.H.S.O. knows how to do well, it’s incorporating beer into any meal of the day. O.H.S.O.’s food is already better than most breweries, but it’s a definite draw that all brunch entrees include a 12-ounce beer or a “monster” mimosa. Where else in the valley could one theoretically pair a morning beer with Fruity Pebbles French toast?

Ollie Vaughn's

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Ollie Vaughns is the kind of place that even locals can go years without discovering. Opened in 2013 by Lindsay Magee, this counter-service breakfast cafe and bakery serves up some of the best brunch fare in the city. They have an ever-rotating list of baked goods that never disappoint, and any version of an egg sandwich they put together is guaranteed to be a knockout. Open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m every day of the week.

Vovomeena

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Vovomeena, initially unassuming and nestled behind an array of large chain restaurants off of McDowell, is a charming counter-service establishment that has earned its place as a local favorite, and it’s easy to see why. If they can’t create something on-site, they source it locally. Vovomeena features an impressive coffee selection, partnering with the local Roastery of Cave Creek and showcasing a Japanese cold-brewed coffee technique. This method involves allowing cold water to slowly drip, one by one, over the coffee grounds, resulting in a stronger and less acidic flavor. Be prepared for parking challenges, and there is often a long line (though it moves quickly), so plan for some extra time.

Matt's Big Breakfast

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Open since 2004, this downtown Phoenix staple focuses on brunch fundamentals with exceptional takes on American classics like cheese omelets, griddle cakes, and steel-cut oats. Owner Matt Pool takes his job seriously, personally greeting patrons as they enter the restaurant.

Welcome Diner (Multiple Locations)

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The Welcome Diner, in various iterations, has been serving Phoenix since 2004. Tucked away on an unassuming corner in the Garfield neighborhood, Welcome Diner combines retro diner flair with Gulf Coast-influenced cooking. This casual spot, mainly with patio seating, is a beloved local haunt. Come for the famous biscuits, stay for the chicken-fried steak or Andouille scramble. Brunch is available on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Latha is quickly gaining fame in the Phoenix food scene — and for good reason. Opened in 2023 by Evelia Davis, this Victorian cottage-turned-restaurant pulls flavors from various corners of the world that revolve around the African diaspora. The brunch menu offers refreshing twists on classic dishes such as oxtail shakshouka, fried chicken-banana-and rum waffles, and harissa salmon with grits. Brunch is served on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with DJs playing Afrobeat music throughout the day.

Feringhee

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A new addition to the Phoenix food scene, Feringhee is making waves in the city’s fine dining landscape. Its Sunday brunch, which runs from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., is establishing itself as one of the best in the valley. The menu covers Southern and Northern Indian cuisines, infusing modern twists in both presentation and flavor. Feringhee’s brunch offerings include dishes like a gymkhana masala omelet consisting of green chilies, onions, and masala fries, as well as an edamame & avocado bhel, a refreshing blend of edamame, avocado, and green apples dressed with aged tamarind dressing. While many brunch cocktails are often pre-mixed and typically disappointing, Feringhee sets itself apart with a next level list of brunch cocktails.

SumoMaya

Scottsdale’s SumoMaya is an eclectic bottomless brunch option. A basket of pan dulce and mini churros make for a good beginning. Entree highlights include the carne asada scramble and pork al pastor pad Thai. Unlimited shared plates and desserts, plus one entree per diner, cost $39 per person at this vibrant spot. Bottomless bloody Marys, mimosas, micheladas, or draft beer runs an additional $35 per customer, with refills for a penny (no switching drinks; two-hour limit).

Otro Cafe

Otro Cafe is a true all-day cafe. Helmed by local restaurateur Doug Robson, it is inspired by Robson’s Mexico City roots. The menu reflects its central Mexican influence with brunch offerings including El Español, a medley of jamón serrano, avocado, and Cerignola olives; elote callejero (elote served with avocado); and barbacoa and eggs. With daily brunch service from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Otro is a surefire hit any day of the week. Pro tip: be sure to stop by Otro’s adjoining cafe, Otro Cafecito, to wash down that brunch coffee with some more coffee.

Lon’s at the Hermosa Inn

Lon’s at the Hermosa Inn in Paradise Valley is perhaps the most elegant brunch option in town. Panoramic views from the patio that overlook six acres of lush landscaping add charm to weekend brunch, which starts at 7 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Meanwhile huevos rancheros, freshly baked monkey bread, and bananas Foster French toast deliver in taste and presentation.

Fàme Caffe

This casual, trendy counter-service cafe from owners Maria and Ivan O’Farrill focuses on dishes using local produce. Both owners studied at top U.S. culinary schools and it shows in dishes like the French toast and eggs Benedict. Fàme opens daily at 7 a.m.

Prep & Pastry

Tucson-born Prep & Pastry’s sister restaurant in Scottsdale (near Fashion Square) sports a bright, sunlight-drenched, white-washed interior. A number of items on the menu pique curiosity: a dossant (a cross between donut and croissant), cast iron duck confit, chickpea scramble, and a daily French toast option. The shakshuka is a great choice as is the spin on the Monte Cristo, made with honey-roasted ham, Swiss cheese, and pineapple and jalapeño mascarpone inside herb brioche French toast. The Scottsdale location starts serving daily at 8 a.m.

Valentine

Valentine offers a true taste of Arizona with a menu incorporating desert ingredients like mesquite, prickly pear, amaranth, and tepary beans in both cocktails and cuisine — and chef Donald Hawk’s brilliant at developing flavors. The brunch menu fits on half a page, which is a sign of a good restaurant: a few excellent dishes rather than pages of average items. For a savory dish with a bottomless layer of flavors, try steak and eggs. For sweet, order the churro waffle.

 

O.H.S.O.

This casual canal-side spot is typically enjoyed as an afternoon hangout, but its Saturday and Sunday brunch stands on its own. If there is one thing O.H.S.O. knows how to do well, it’s incorporating beer into any meal of the day. O.H.S.O.’s food is already better than most breweries, but it’s a definite draw that all brunch entrees include a 12-ounce beer or a “monster” mimosa. Where else in the valley could one theoretically pair a morning beer with Fruity Pebbles French toast?

Ollie Vaughn's

Ollie Vaughns is the kind of place that even locals can go years without discovering. Opened in 2013 by Lindsay Magee, this counter-service breakfast cafe and bakery serves up some of the best brunch fare in the city. They have an ever-rotating list of baked goods that never disappoint, and any version of an egg sandwich they put together is guaranteed to be a knockout. Open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m every day of the week.

Vovomeena

Vovomeena, initially unassuming and nestled behind an array of large chain restaurants off of McDowell, is a charming counter-service establishment that has earned its place as a local favorite, and it’s easy to see why. If they can’t create something on-site, they source it locally. Vovomeena features an impressive coffee selection, partnering with the local Roastery of Cave Creek and showcasing a Japanese cold-brewed coffee technique. This method involves allowing cold water to slowly drip, one by one, over the coffee grounds, resulting in a stronger and less acidic flavor. Be prepared for parking challenges, and there is often a long line (though it moves quickly), so plan for some extra time.

Matt's Big Breakfast

Open since 2004, this downtown Phoenix staple focuses on brunch fundamentals with exceptional takes on American classics like cheese omelets, griddle cakes, and steel-cut oats. Owner Matt Pool takes his job seriously, personally greeting patrons as they enter the restaurant.

Welcome Diner (Multiple Locations)

The Welcome Diner, in various iterations, has been serving Phoenix since 2004. Tucked away on an unassuming corner in the Garfield neighborhood, Welcome Diner combines retro diner flair with Gulf Coast-influenced cooking. This casual spot, mainly with patio seating, is a beloved local haunt. Come for the famous biscuits, stay for the chicken-fried steak or Andouille scramble. Brunch is available on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Latha

Latha is quickly gaining fame in the Phoenix food scene — and for good reason. Opened in 2023 by Evelia Davis, this Victorian cottage-turned-restaurant pulls flavors from various corners of the world that revolve around the African diaspora. The brunch menu offers refreshing twists on classic dishes such as oxtail shakshouka, fried chicken-banana-and rum waffles, and harissa salmon with grits. Brunch is served on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with DJs playing Afrobeat music throughout the day.

Feringhee

A new addition to the Phoenix food scene, Feringhee is making waves in the city’s fine dining landscape. Its Sunday brunch, which runs from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., is establishing itself as one of the best in the valley. The menu covers Southern and Northern Indian cuisines, infusing modern twists in both presentation and flavor. Feringhee’s brunch offerings include dishes like a gymkhana masala omelet consisting of green chilies, onions, and masala fries, as well as an edamame & avocado bhel, a refreshing blend of edamame, avocado, and green apples dressed with aged tamarind dressing. While many brunch cocktails are often pre-mixed and typically disappointing, Feringhee sets itself apart with a next level list of brunch cocktails.

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