Best brunch in Portland

32 people recommend, 11 warn against itvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Jam on Hawthorne for brunch, and some praise the pancakes, including the lemon ricotta ones. A few mention the mimosa bucket, flights or pitchers. Waits are the main theme: many commenters mention long lines, some advise arriving early, and a couple note there are no reservations. Opinions on the food are split: a couple call it mediocre or ordinary, and one says vegans have more options than expected while another calls the vegan items salty and heavy. Commenters disagree about the kids' play area, with two saying it is gone and two mentioning it.

30 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/Portland, r/askportland

Most commenters recommend Screen Door for brunch, with one visitor praising the shrimp and grits and some others pointing to the chicken and waffles. Several commenters mention crowds and long lines, and some suggest going on a weekday or for dinner to avoid them, though one says the lines are not a sign of quality and that better brunches are elsewhere in town. Some advise reserving ahead. People recommend Screen Door across its Portland locations; the one listed here is the Pearl District branch, which several commenters name.

Pearl District

29 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Most people recommend Mother's Bistro & Bar for brunch, and one diner calls its hollandaise thick, creamy and a standout. Several mention the eggs benedict, and a couple point to the French toast. Several say it handles big groups well. Several mention reservations, saying it takes them or suggesting booking ahead. One diner notes long waits, while another says waits are rare outside weekend peaks. One diner who went once found the food mediocre, another says its food trails CraftPDX's, and another calls the eggs benedict rather good.

Downtown

26 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Cameo Cafe for brunch. Several single out the pancakes, including the Banana Acre and the buckwheat ones, and several others praise its Korean-influenced dishes, such as kimchi omelets. A couple of commenters mention huge portions, one calls it a small, busy place, a couple say the East location opens early, and one says the Vancouver location lacks charm. Comments cover Cameo's East location and its Vancouver one; the one listed here is the East location on NE Sandy.

82nd and Sandy

24 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Broder for brunch, and some say any of its locations will do. A few commenters name the Clinton Street branch, which is the one listed here, and one judges another Broder branch clearly weaker than it. One diner says the aebleskivers, Dutch-style pancake balls, hit the spot, and another says the brunch menu is their favourite. Several people mention long waits or lines, and one diner says the waits were bad enough to stop going back.

Clinton

23 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/Portland, r/askportland

Many diners recommend Tin Shed for brunch, and several praise the food, with one saying they are hooked on the French toast, another praising the biscuits and jam, and another recommending a secret-menu item called The Latin. Several say the Alberta location takes reservations or online bookings, but a couple say waits are long and one says food can take a long time after ordering. One diner calls the eggs mediocre, and one finds the menu limited but goes anyway because it is nearby.

Alberta

21 people recommendvia r/askportland

Commenters recommend Stepping Stone Cafe in Northwest Portland as a brunch pick, and several people point to its pancakes. One diner who goes every weekend says the cooking is reliably good and rates the service similarly well, while a visitor says the potatoes come closest to what they can find in the tri-state area. On the downside, one diner finds the pancakes not top-tier while noting they are the largest, one commenter notes weekends can mean a line, another suggests arriving early, and a different commenter says it could be crowded for a restless small child. Another commenter calls it decent for Sunday morning, though not an official brunch spot.

Nw

21 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Proud Mary, and a few point to its ricotta hotcakes. One commenter singles out the potato hash, while another calls the matcha pancake a must-try and finds the interior less lively. Two diners say it is a go-to for taking friends and family out, and one of them says guests are never disappointed. Another diner notes it can get noisy.

20 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland, r/PortlandFood

A few people name City State Diner as a brunch pick, and many point to its eggs benedict. Two people praise the pancakes, and a few say the Best of Both Worlds, a biscuit and gravy with eggs benedict, is worth ordering. One diner says arriving early keeps the line manageable. One person pushed back on the place without discussing the food.

17 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Bar Carlo for brunch, and a couple of commenters call it great or say they love it. One diner calls the Mexican brunch excellent, another highlights the eggs benedict with chipotle hollandaise, and one commenter says the wait is short. One commenter says it takes reservations and thinks a large group has a fair chance. Two commenters name the Foster location.

Foster

17 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Harlow for brunch, and a couple of commenters say it is very good or really good. One commenter calls it a well-established Portland pick, and a few mention it as vegan-friendly. Two commenters are not fans (one is not into the menu, one says it is not their favourite), and another who calls it great notes the vibe is earthy-crunchy and less traditional for a group brunch. One commenter suggests it suits a group only if any meat eater can skip meat for one meal. Harlow has more than one Portland location; some comments point people to the northwest side, where the listed location sits.

Northwest

15 people recommendvia r/askportland, r/Portland

Diners recommend Gravy for brunch, and many commenters point to the Mississippi location in particular. One diner says the challah French toast stays on their mind, and another says the Mississippi location's breakfast is arguably among the city's best. One commenter says the menu leans toward meat but plenty of items can be adjusted to be vegan, pointing to scrambled tofu and hashed potatoes as solid choices, while a vegetarian diner says the meat-free dish was satisfying. One diner warns the Mississippi location is crowded almost constantly.

Mississippi

15 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Cafe Rowan for brunch, and a few point to its benedicts, including the lobster Benedict. One diner says the food is strong but the space is a bit tight, and a couple list it among counter-service brunch picks. Another diner recalls several excellent French toast dishes there on past visits.

14 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Hunnymilk for brunch, and a few rank it at the very top. One diner calls the current menu fantastic, and one likes the idea of choosing a drink, a savory and a sweet. A few who visited report short or no waits, and one suggests going off-peak. A couple of comments name its earlier Northwest location; one visitor says it has since moved to East Burnside, which is the listed location, and found no wait and plenty of seating there but says it is not their favorite brunch, though their partner loves it.

14 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Midpoint Cafe for brunch. A few diners praise the food, one loves it as a casual greasy-spoon diner and calls one of its stacks epic, and one loves the red gravy. A couple of visitors warn that waits or crowds are likely. Commenters place it in Southeast Portland around Powell and 50th and 52nd.

Powell and 50th

14 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/askportland

Many diners recommend Bertie Lou's for brunch, and one regular says the ranch Benedict is their go-to. Another diner calls the polenta benedict their ideal brunch dish, and one diner really loves the home fries and says the portions suit teenagers. One diner says the place has stayed good over time. Two diners pushed back: a longtime regular found their last visit very disappointing, and a diner who brought a child said the kid's pancakes and bacon came out burnt.

14 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/askportland

Many diners recommend Off The Griddle for brunch, with one calling it their favourite option, another their go-to, and another the place they usually go with mixed groups. Some point to it for vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free eating. On the other side, one diner calls the food mediocre and another thinks it is overrated.

13 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many diners recommend My Vice for brunch in Portland, and a couple of them call it underrated. Some diners praise the biscuits, and a couple of them single out the biscuits and gravy. One diner recommends the breakfast dumplings, and another says the benedicts were tasty. One diner finds the brunch portion reasonably sized and the boozy coffee cocktails nicely balanced, and another says the wait is usually short or nonexistent.

13 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Most commenters recommend Genie's Cafe for brunch, and two commenters praise its Eggs Benedict. Another names the crab cake as their answer to the best benny question, and a couple say the biscuits are good. On the downside, one diner had a poor Eggs Benedict on a recent visit, with firm eggs and broken hollandaise, while another diner says the place looks worn down, though the food is still fairly good.

Division

13 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Most people recommend Junior's, and some diners call it very good or great. Some name it for breakfast or brunch, and several say it has good vegan options, with one diner calling the vegan French toast a highlight. Opinions on vegan variety differ, as some feel the choices are limited. Another diner says it used to be great, and one diner notes a wait is likely.

12 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many commenters recommend Little Griddle, with one diner singling out the braised brisket eggs benny and two others calling it a go-to. Another diner rates the huevos rancheros very highly, and one commenter notes it tends to stay quiet until later in the morning. On group size, some say the Hawthorne branch can take a party of six though only a couple of spots fit that size, and another worries the small space may be tight for six. One diner says the original Fremont location is very small inside.

Hawthorne

12 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Redwood for brunch, and a couple of diners single out its waffles, while individual diners praise the hashbrowns and the fluffy eggs. One commenter rates the benedict special as the best in the city, and some mention heated outdoor seating. One says there is only an occasional wait, and another says a weekday visit got them a table without waiting. One commenter found the food good at the Montavilla location but said a large party would overtake that room.

Se Stark

12 people recommendvia r/askportland

Several diners recommend Eastburn. A couple single out the mimosas and brunch drinks, some praise the food, and one calls the food only okay overall but the Benedict excellent. One calls it a favorite for out-of-town family. One diner suggests arriving right at opening at the Burnside location.

Burnside

12 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/askportland

Many diners describe Slappy Cakes as fun, since you cook your own pancakes on tableside griddles and can pick from different add-ins and toppings. Several diners say it works well for kids, but some diners call the pancakes good while a couple of others call the place mediocre or the pancakes not good. Price and waits also come up, with a couple of diners calling it pricey for what you get and a couple more mentioning long waits for a table. Overall, people recommend it as a fun, hands-on outing, though opinions on the food and price are split.

Belmont

11 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Besaw's for brunch. Several note that it takes reservations, and some call it excellent or say they are big fans, though one commenter says a wait is typical.

11 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Grits and Gravy for brunch. One diner says they now prefer it over Screen Door, and another likes its waffles. One person calls the downtown location awesome, and another guesses a small party would not wait long downtown.

Downtown

11 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland, r/Portland

Many commenters recommend Sckavone's, and a few name it as a brunch pick, with two praising the biscuits and gravy. One commenter at the Division location found the biscuits flawless. One commenter strongly dislikes the place and says so, while another diner found their only Benedict there lacking, though the rest of the dish was amazing.

Division

11 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Many commenters recommend The Mont for brunch. One commenter who names the Belmont location praises its atmosphere and food, another calls its benedict one of the best they have had, one says the biscuits and gravy are perfect though very filling, and a couple call the brunch amazing or a standout. On the downside, one diner who wanted to like it more found the waits lengthy and the cost above typical, and one commenter who loves it calls it a gentrified take on a diner.

Belmont

11 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Flattop & Salamander, with two diners singling out the chicken and waffles and two more naming the biscuits and gravy as a favorite. One diner rates it the top boozy brunch for anyone heading across the river, and another calls it a bit of a dive but rates the food highly. On reservations, one diner says it takes them, another says larger groups can book, and a third says it does not. One diner doubts it suits families with very young children.

10 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many commenters recommend Cafe Olli for brunch. The only branch named is MLK, and one commenter specifically recommended that location. One commenter called it the top choice and said it takes reservations. Another commenter noted it can involve a wait, so it suits people willing to accept one.

Mlk

10 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many diners recommend Pine State Biscuits, with one pointing to the biscuits with mushroom gravy and another saying the cornmeal blueberry pancakes are the best, though not very diner-like. Commenters name several locations, including Northwest 23rd, Southeast Division and a Northeast one; the listed location is the Alberta one, which one commenter says has counter service and large covered tables outside.

10 people recommendvia r/Portland, r/askportland

Many diners recommend RJ Skillets on Alberta, largely for its food. Some diners single out the chilaquiles, with a couple praising the brisket version. One calls the Mexican-style brunch fresh, and one says the food is excellent for the price. A couple of diners say it is not very busy, with one wishing it drew bigger crowds.

Alberta

9 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Mehri's, and some say the food is good, with one diner saying it is worth the quirks for great coffee, biscuits, bacon and pancakes. One commenter calls it a small, quaint spot, and another says they have never had to wait. One visitor reports a long wait and little waiting space.

9 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Javi's for brunch, with some placing it on Sandy. Some people praise the benedicts, with one calling the country Benedict their favorite. One person likes the chilaquiles and the tres leches French toast, and another points to the 63rd and Sandy location for chicken fried steak and several benedict options.

9 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Cheryl's on 12th, and several name it for brunch or breakfast. One diner who visited found it good, with a complimentary beignet. Not everyone agrees: one diner was disappointed with the food on a past visit and feels quality has slipped, while another found the food only okay at a large holiday brunch.

On 12th

9 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Cafe du Berry, and some name it for eggs benedict, with a couple praising its hollandaise, one calling it the best in Portland. Some diners praise the French toast, and one says the brunch is seriously good with hardly any wait. One diner calls the place bad without giving a reason.

9 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Cricket Cafe for brunch, and it sits on Belmont in Southeast Portland. A few people praise the food, with one diner saying the eggs Benedict is good and another calling the pancakes delicious. On the downside, one diner says the food matches Jam's, which they consider mediocre at best. One commenter suggests arriving early to avoid a wait.

9 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/askportland

Many commenters recommend Brix Tavern for brunch, mostly for its mimosa deal, though the wording differs: one says it offers bottomless mimosas, another says true bottomless deals are not allowed but Brix is the closest option, and another is unsure the special still runs and suggests checking. A couple say it takes reservations, one says the tables have paper and crayons while another says the downtown branch no longer provides them, and one says several locations could handle a big group. Brix has several Portland locations; one commenter points to the Northwest spot, and the listed one is the Pearl District branch.

Pearl District

8 people recommendvia r/Portland, r/askportland

Many people recommend Salty's. A few name it for a riverside brunch, some as Salty's on the Columbia. Two say they miss the seafood brunch buffet, one calling the food excellent, though another confirms it still runs and finds it pricey, a special-occasion splurge. One diner calls it a regular birthday spot.

8 people recommendvia r/askportland, r/PortlandFood

Many diners recommend Olympia Provisions, and a couple of them single out the eggs benedict, with one calling it perfect. Several commenters call the place great or really good, and one diner says the inside is beautiful. One diner says reservations are taken, and another has never had trouble walking in.

8 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many people name Sweedeedee's as a brunch pick, and one calls it excellent and inviting. One diner says the corn cakes taste delicious.

7 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many commenters recommend Vertical Diner, and some say the food is good. One says there is ample space for large groups, and one suggests the avalanche and a chicken dish served with biscuits and gravy. One commenter names the Barbur location.

7 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many commenters recommend Fat City Cafe, mostly for breakfast and brunch dishes. One points to its cinnamon-roll style French toast, another says it does biscuits and gravy right, and another calls it a solid bet for pancakes. One commenter places it in Multnomah Village.

7 people recommendvia r/askportland

Many diners recommend Petite Provence for brunch, with a couple singling out the eggs benedict and another praising the French toast. People name several of its locations; two name the Division one, which is the listed location, and one names Sandy. One diner faults the chairs as uncomfortable.

Division

7 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/askportland

Many people recommend Cafe Nell for brunch, with a few naming it in Northwest lists. One says the big tent suits groups and recommends reserving, one describes a bar-seat brunch of eggs, toast or biscuit, bacon or sausage and a mimosa, and one says the specials are a modest plus. A couple of diners find the food underwhelming or hotel-like, and one calls the vegan brunch entree often disappointing.

6 people recommendvia r/askportland

Several commenters recommend Space Room Lounge for brunch, and one finds the food surprisingly good with no wait. Two commenters praise the chicken fried steak, with one calling its mushroom gravy excellent. Value comes up: one commenter mentions a good price with impressive breakfast tacos, another a cheap deal, and one says bottles are offered at brunch but not bottomless. The main caveat is that one commenter says there are no reservations, though there is seating both indoors and outside, and calls the diner food classic.

6 people recommendvia r/askportland

Most commenters recommend Bar West, and several name it specifically for brunch. A couple of commenters note it takes reservations, and one says it suits large groups. One commenter singles out its pancakes, while another is less impressed by the food.

6 people recommendvia r/askportland

Several commenters name Toast for breakfast or brunch: one lists its French toast among strong picks, one calls it a small local place that can join tables for a group, and one suggests it as a breakfast option in Woodstock. Not everyone says which location they mean.

6 people recommendvia r/askportland

Several people recommend Radio Room. One diner says the benedicts are good and the potatoes are great, and another describes a heated patio and says they never waited more than ten minutes. Two commenters describe the Alberta location: one found plenty of room on a Sunday morning, and another found it worked well for a mixed group of eaters. One diner says the brunch bottle of bubbly with juice is a value next to pricier mimosas but is not bottomless.

Alberta

5 people recommendvia r/askportland

Several commenters recommend Bastion as a brunch pick in Portland, with one calling it excellent and another naming it the top pick unless the group is very large.

5 people recommendvia r/askportland

Five commenters recommend Sweet Bacon Cafe for brunch in Northwest Portland, three of them only in lists of suggestions and one calling it fairly good. One commenter says the newer spot mixes American brunch with Thai flavors and that everything has been great.

Nw

5 people recommendvia r/askportland

Several commenters name The Hazel Room: one says there are many vegan dishes that also please meat eaters and had a short wait, one calls it their favorite, one enjoyed what they ate, and some place it on Hawthorne.

Hawthorne

5 people recommendvia r/askportland

Five commenters name McMenamins Kennedy School as a brunch or group pick. One suggests it for a big group with kids, citing a menu that works for everyone and a nice courtyard; another says visiting relatives adore it for being quirky yet polished, but that large groups should weigh parking and food choices; and one agrees it suits older visitors.

5 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askportland

Several commenters recommend Fairweather for brunch: a couple say they love the brunch menu or the food, one calls the space very cool, and some simply name it as an answer. One diner says the menu is thinner than described and advises against it for some diners.