Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in New York City

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

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J's On The Bay

5.0

5 (61)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Shore Acres

About the restaurant

Welcome to J’s on the Bay, owned and operated by proprietor Chef Joe Salimeni, award-winning graduate of French Culinary Institute and self made owner of this establishment as well as J’s Meal Prep. J’s On the Bay offers Meal Prep for busy customers on the go. From quinoa salads to truffled chicken lettuce wraps, turkey chili and everything in between. They offer weekly delivery to all five boroughs and soon, nationwide distribution.
J’s offers its customers a unique dining experience with its off the cuff combinations of classic ingredients and their unexpected marriages Chef Joe constructs. J’s was first opened in 2014 has evolved over the last 7 years from a homely neighborhood diner to the fine dining restaurant it is today. Through hard work, uninterrupted and meticulous care, and constantly working to push himself and his menu, Joe has turned his restaurant dreams into a reality.

Top review

Maria

Dined 7 days ago

finally got to eat at J's on the bay. The staff was very welcoming and the Service was Great. The Food was delicious. Bread service was focaccia that was made in house. Espresso martini was smooth. Appetizer was Burrata with peaches and Prosciutto. Main course was linguine alla Vongole. Dessert was elderberry tart. Ambiance was old world Italian. I highly recommend eating here. #itlianfood #goodmea

Fresco's Grand Cantina

4.9

4.9 (114)

$30 and under

Mexican

Astoria

About the restaurant

**** Please note this page is for our 28-50 31st St, Queens, New York location.****

Beautiful Mexican-Fusion establishment with old-world accents and very Instagram-able throughout the restaurant. We pride ourselves with fresh locally sourced ingredients for our Authentic & Modern Mexican fare.

Best Happy Hour around from 3pm to 8pm from Tuesday to Friday. The strong & delicious cocktails and amazing service will keep you coming back week after week for any of our numerous events. Follow us on Instagram to stay in the loop.

If you'd like to make a reservation at our other location ( Fresco's Cantina ) located at 12-14 31st Ave Astoria, NY 11106 - Please call (347) 808-7338.

Thank you!

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Frankie

Dined 6 days ago

Beautiful space, really good food, nice staff and amazing drag show!!

Rise Bar - Drag Brunch

4.9

4.9 (95)

$30 and under

American

Hell's Kitchen

About the restaurant

Rise Bar is an LGBTQ+ bar located in Hells Kitchen Manhattan serving the gay community with entertainment and cocktails. Providing a safe place for LGBTQ+ and their allies.

PLEASE NOTE: Rise Bar is a 21+ establishment

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Anthony

Dined 6 days ago

This was an amazing show! The ladies that performed were top notch, very entertaining! The food was good, especially the kale salad (and I don’t like kale). Bottomless drink, phenomenal!Highly recommend experiencing!

Violette's Cellar

4.8

4.8 (608)

$30 and under

American

Grant City

About the restaurant

Violette's Cellar is Staten Island's most unique restaurant and event venue. Featuring social dining, gourmet food and eclectic decor. Violette's also features The Button Room (a password required speakeasy), a private wine room, and private banquet rooms for parties of all sizes.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 4, 2024

The food was very enjoyable and the service was amazing, our waiters were very friendly and informative. I liked how they gave us a little “break” in between appetizer and entree, we didn’t feel rushed at all. I give 5 stars to both food and service. we will definitely be returning again soon. The atmosphere is very cozy and intimate as well.

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Popular dish

A5 Wagyu Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Filet Mignon Satay

Sofia's Taqueria

4.8

4.8 (220)

$30 and under

Mexican

Clifton

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sofia's Taqueria!
Sofia’s features three floors and an outdoor courtyard of carefully curated furniture and decor that create the perfect mix of authentic ambiance, playful sophistication, and an energetic vibe. Gourmet food, hand crafted cocktails, and over 100 tequilas and mezcals are the focus of our passionate and talented staff.

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KelliR

Dined on Jul 18, 2024

The crab empanadas were amazing but not necessarily worth $24. You only get two. Service was great.

The Spot - Drag Brunch

4.8

4.8 (203)

$50 and over

American

Hell's Kitchen

About the restaurant

The Spot Bar NYC is an LGBTQ+ bar located in Hell's kitchen Manhattan serving the gay community with entertainment and cocktails. Providing a safe place for LGBTQ+ and their allies.

PLEASE NOTE: The Spot Bar is a 21+ establishment

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Christian

Dined on Jul 13, 2024

The Spot's drag brunch on Saturdays is fantastic! The queens do a fantastic job of engaging with the crowd and put in work! They are hysterical and energetic and put on a truly enjoyable/funny show. The servers do a fantastic job of keeping bottomless drinks topped off and were attentive to everyone at our table during the show. The Spot was more than accommodating for our brunch group of 10 people and we were celebrating my birthday. It was a truly fun show and everyone in the group had a great time. It was a wonderful way to spend my birthday and I am looking forward to go back for another drag brunch in the future!

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Experience

Drag Brunch Standard Reserved Seating

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Restricted View Bar Seating

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Drag Brunch VIP Stage Seating

Delbianco Prime

4.8

4.8 (17)

$50 and over

Italian

Midtown East

About the restaurant

Delbianco Steakhouse is Chef Diego Bigucci’s latest culinary creation. An Italian Steakhouse in the heart of midtown offering sumptuous cuts of prime meats, authentic and traditional Northern Italian fare, and an extensive list of award-winning wines, this is the perfect destination for your business lunch, romantic dinner, or corporate event.

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Ralphvip

Dined on Aug 7, 2024

Great food and extra friendly service. Lively atmosphere.

Reunion

4.7

4.7 (68)

$30 and under

Israeli

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Reunion is a Love Letter to Tel Aviv.

Let us take you through the streets of Tel Aviv. Feel the crowded markets, meet the warm people and of course taste the flavors . We invite you to join us in a journey to a city we love and, without leaving Brooklyn.

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Eileenvip

Dined on Aug 5, 2024

We love Reunion and often go there for a meal with our family. We appreciate the help of the staff with consideration to our food sensitivities. And mostly we appreciate being welcomed with our grandson who loves the pita. Labneh and hummus.

Sarabeth's West

4.6

4.6 (1976)

$30 and under

Breakfast

Upper West Side

About the restaurant

Posh chain serving American fare, including breakfast, lunch, dessert and dinner all week long. Brunch on weekends. Significant seating is reserved for walk-ins, so feel free to visit the restaurant in person.

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Judithvip

Dined 1 day ago

Should have sat inside to avoid all the sirens and trucks.

Pineapple Club

4.6

4.6 (579)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

East Village

About the restaurant

Be transported to a tropical paradise located in the heart of the East Village. #1 Espresso Martini in NYC 2 years running, our frozen piña colada and pineapple chili margaritas are fan favorites.

Lush tropical vibes, pink couches, pineapples everywhere! Famous for our contemporary tiki cocktails created by mixologist Nazar Hrab, and our New-American / Tropical menu from Chef Timothy Silva.

Also known for our Y2K brunch - think oyster shooters, Banana Bread French toast, pork belly hash, pineapple mimosas, and plenty of Britney and Backstreet Boys bumping throughout.

On Friday & Saturday, the kitchen closes at 11:00pm

Pineapple Club is also known for its seamless events program, with 140 seats and 4 different rooms to choose from. Creating the perfect vibe for any occasion, custom to your specifications, with effortless ease. For reservations larger than 10 guests, please visit www.pineappleclub.com/events

Hope to see you soon, cheers!

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JerHvip

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

So much fun. Completely unassuming from the outside. Once you walk in, the party begins. Drinks truly are unique and delicious. The staff are fun and attentive. Food is yummy and appropriately sized for what you pay for. Be prepared for a party atmosphere, e.g. loud ! Try it out.

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Experience

🍷 Bottomless Rosé Brunch

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