With a new year dawning, we thought it would be fun to update our list of 15 must-try brunch spots in Funkytown. Resolutions be damned, we know you like to sleep in and crave both savory and sweet cuisine before your mid-morning workout or all-day TV binge. So, here is our updated list of places you can get your midmorning meal fix.
Cat City Grill
Screwdrivers, mimosas, Bellinis, bloody marys and champagne are $2 a glass at Cat City Grill for Sunday brunch. What else do you need to know? This stylish bistro, housed in a historic building on Magnolia, has an extensive brunch menu consisting of four benedict variations, six types of omelets in addition to several other specialties. Don't miss out on the ooey-gooey, house-baked cinnamon roll topped with caramel sauce.
1208 W. Magnolia Ave.
Fort Worth 76104
817.916.5333
Brunch Hours: Sun.,
10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Esperanza’s Mexican Bakery and Café
For an authentic Mexican breakfast, there's always a tell-tale sign for me. If I open the menu and see menudo, I know I'm in the right place (not that I'd necessarily opt for beef stomach soup first thing in the morning). Perfect for post-church hunger, Esperanza's has two locations in Fort Worth. The original Northside location is next door to parent restaurant, Joe T. Garcia's, and the second locale is a longtime staple of the Berkeley Place neighborhood. More-than-generous portions of chilaquiles, huevos rancheros (pictured) and migas wash down easily with the best bloody Marys in the city, in my humble opinion. Unlike the watery V-8 and vodka premixed concoction served to the masses at many restaurants, Esperanza's bloody Mary is spicy and chock-full of all the right ingredients. Make a stop next door to grab a few sweet treats to go from the colorful Mexican pastry case.
1601 Park Place Ave.
Fort Worth 76110
817.923.1961
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
6 a.m. – 7 p.m.
HG Sply Co.
Foraging for your food has never been trendier than at HG Sply Co., which has “Hunted” and “Gathered” sections on its menu. Falling in line with the organic/locavore/farm-to-table scene, this eatery recently opened overlooking the Trinity River in the WestBend development. The restaurant claims to use only food that comes from wildlife and natural farming that our bodies are built to eat.
1621 River Run, Ste. 176
Fort Worth 76107
682.730.6070
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Little Red Wasp Kitchen + Bar
Many of my mid-morning weekend visits to “The Wasp” include the Chicken Biscuit. Larger than you'd even dream of, this locally-sourced crispy fried chicken breast rests inside a soft cheddar biscuit swimming in black pepper cream gravy. Other features on the dynamic menu include Short Rib Benedict (pictured), Corned Beef Hash and Pederson's Hot Ham and Cheese. Little Red Wasp's Bloody Mary incorporates Tito's vodka and is garnished with local Best Maid spicy pickles. The only thing guaranteed after dining here for brunch is an afternoon nap.
808 Main St.
Fort Worth 76102
817.877.3111
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Lucile’s Stateside Bistro
Nearly 25 years of serving brunch make Lucile's Stateside Bistro among the longest-running in town. On weekends families fill the familiar dining area dotted with iconic green-and-white checkered tablecloths. Known for its American classic cuisine, Lucile's Eggs Benedict is a guest favorite.
4700 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Fort Worth 76107
817.738.4761
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Mash’d
Everyone can thank Mash'd for bringing moonshine to Fort Worth. On Saturdays and Sundays, it's Mimosa Madness with juice choices of traditional orange, peach, blood orange and blackberry. For those willing to take on a challenge, Mash'd offers a Manhole Cover Pancake, measuring 14 inches across, stuffed with fresh blueberries and butterscotch chips, topped with cream cheese butter and more blueberries and served with grade-A maple syrup. There's no prize if you can finish it except for bragging rights.
2948 Crockett St.
Fort Worth 76107
817.882.6723
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
B&B Butchers
This award-winning Texas-based upscale steakhouse and traditional butcher shop offers a selection of complimentary house-made pastries and brunch items including a dish called Monkey Bread, which is a take on a flaky biscuit that has both cinnamon and sugar flavors. Whatever you are craving B&B Butchers has you covered with both sweet and savory selections.
5212 Marathon Ave.
Fort Worth, TX 76109
817.737.5212
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Press Café
What better way to finish off a morning workout on the Trinity Trails than with booze and bacon? Press Café attracts a robust brunch crowd with its primo location and an elegant, yet casual, mix of traditional breakfast offerings and amped-up favorites like the Banana Walnut Waffles. In addition to the food, locals are drawn to Press Café because of its chill ambiance. The architectural beauty of the glass building is enhanced by one of the top patios in town. Guests take in views of the river and watch kids burn off energy in the large green space while relaxing around the fire pit.
4801 Edwards Ranch Road
Fort Worth 76109
817.570.6002
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Reata
Cowboy cooking at its finest, Reata embraces legendary Texas cuisine with such dishes as the Biscuits and Gravy (topped with elk sausage) and the Fried Quail and Waffles, as well as savory options like Stuffed French Toast with a pecan glaze. Adorned with deer heads and cowboy artwork, the Western-themed dining area is done up in wood and leather, and the rooftop provides one of the best views in town. While the brunch menu boasts a limited selection, every element of each dish is carefully thought out and masterfully executed.
310 Houston St.
Fort Worth 76102
817.336.1009
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Righteous Foods
Lanny Lancarte, practically a legend in Fort Worth's culinary scene, has catapulted the city into healthy eating. Lancarte's bright and airy eatery, Righteous Foods, is nestled on a less hectic end of West Seventh and quickly recognized by the orange sign depicting a fist clenching a carrot. In addition to responsibly sourced ingredients, he forgoes preservatives and processed foods. Righteous brunch items include organic omelets, acai bowls, house-made granola and burritos. In Lancarte's own words, “Righteous Foods is a healthy dose of friggin' awesome.”
3405 W. 7th St.
Fort Worth 76107
817.850.9996
Brunch Hours: Sat., 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Social House
Hugging the corner of Currie and Crockett streets in the West 7th corridor, Social House's casual pub vibe appeals to a rowdier bunch. During warmer months, the be-seen patio is packed, and the double-sided bar serves up more than 100 beers on tap. Groups imbibing on carafes of Bellinis and mimosas can watch a game on any of the 19 high-definition, flat-screen TVs or partake of Social House's hangover cures such as the Short Rib Hash or Steak Benedict. Raspberry Beignet Jelly Holes are perfect for sharing before your hefty meal arrives to the table. Social House's super sound system steadily pumps an underlying current that keeps guests energized and content to linger.
840 Curie St.
Fort Worth 76107
817.820.1510
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Tavern
Chef Felipe Armenta's brunch menu is anything but basic. Blueberry Sausage, Rosemary Biscuits and Frosted Flake French Toast are just a few of the showstopper items offered at an earlier-than-normal start time of 9 a.m. at The Tavern.
2755 S. Hulen St.
Fort Worth 76109
817.923.6200
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Toro Toro
Chef Richard Sandoval has created a bottomless brunch menu that is served every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Enjoy a family-style brunch that includes seasonal fruit and $3 cocktails. The price is $49 for the all-you-can-eat a la carte options. This brunch comes with a Latin DJ that will keep you in step with the authentic cuisine being served.
200 Main St.
Fort Worth 76102
817-975-9895
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Winslow’s Wine Café
Reminiscent of a European bistro with modern touches, Winslow's Wine Café is famous for its wood-fired pizzas and winning wine selection. This hot spot is nestled in the heart of a neighborhood along the brick-laden Camp Bowie Boulevard. The brunch menu changes with the seasons, but the bottomless mimosas are always the anchor, and waiters aren't afraid to test the theory. The restaurant dubs itself “a fire-side drink wrapped in a cozy blanket,” and it delivers.
4101 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Fort Worth 76107
817.546.6843
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Wishbone & Flynt
Where else can you get a Thai peanut sauce with blackberry coulis and cilantro mid-morning on a weekend? Another brunch favorite we highly recommend is the Flynt Burger. This patty is seared in duck fat and served with a slice of sharp cheddar. And you can get an egg to go with it to make it an official brunch burger.
334 Bryan Ave.
Fort Worth 76104
817-945-2433
Brunch Hours: Sat. & Sun.,
10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
