La Belle Helene | Uptown
For an elevated approach to brunch, choose this beautiful French brasserie in Uptown. Enjoy sweet or savory crêpes, oeufs mimosa (that’s deviled eggs and caviar), or a steak burger with caramelized onions and cantal fondue. The "La Pâtisserie" section of the menu boasts French crullers, a croissant filled with crème frangipane, and an option to order the weekly selection of pastries. If you’re going all-in, add a bowl of the French Onion Soup—that cheese pull is epic—and a carafe of mimosas made with orange, grapefruit, cranberry, or pineapple juice. LaBelleHeleneRestaurant.com | @labellehelenecharlotte
Mal Pan | SouthPark
Modern Mexican cuisine inspires a unique brunch menu at this SouthPark restaurant located in Piedmont Town Center. Sure, you've had your share of pancakes, but what about blue corn buttermilk pancakes with honey butter and blueberry compote? Or a burrito stuffed with housemade chips, salsa, eggs, beans and queso fresco? Every bite keeps you coming back for more at Mal Pan, known for its housemade tortillas and bold flavors. Need a midday caffeine kick? The Mexican Coffee with tequila, Kahlúa, café de olla and atole whipped cream is a must too. EatMalPan.com | @eatmalpan
Ever Andalo | NoDa
Take a trip to Europe without leaving the city thanks to this Italian-inspired brunch spread, created by Executive Chef Sam Sheehan. Fill the table with dishes like focaccia toasts, wagyu steak and eggs, Carbonara pasta and ricotta pancakes with strawberry syrup. If you have a sweet tooth, make sure to order the pastry board, which offers a taste of housemade biscotti, ricotta zeppole with blackberry compote and cannolis filled with vanilla cream. Feeling thirsty? Don’t forget the Bloody Mary garnished with mozzarella or a cappuccino made with freshly-pulled espresso. EverAndalo.com | @ever_andalo
Easy Like Sunday | Montford
Create the brunch spread of your dreams at this all-day breakfast café, tucked in the bottom level of ParkTowne Village shopping center. From morning to mid-afternoon, Easy Like Sunday offers classic brunch and breakfast items with a little twist. Think pancakes but with ube or red velvet batter, stuffed French toast, a fried chicken benedict and even a brunch burger. The mimosa flight accompanied by a bottle of bubbles and three juice varieties, is always a table pleaser, too. Keep an eye on their Instagram to see what fun seasonal dishes they're offering each week. EasyLikeSundayCLT.com | @easylikesundayclt
Café Monte French Bakery and Bistro | SouthPark
Since 2007, Café Monte has served as a beloved staple with its classic French-style dishes in a casual gourmet setting. Early risers may opt for a hot café au lait, flaky almond croissant, or a croissant breakfast sandwich with egg and cheese, bacon, or sausage. For the later brunch crowd, there’s the Chicken Salade on Croissant, Croque Monsieur or Florentine Quiche. A plate of hot, freshly fried beignets is never a bad way to start or end the meal, either. Grab some extra napkins because that powdered sugar is no joke! CafeMonte.net | @cafemontebistro