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Brunch Guide
Note: The contents of this guide were checked for accuracy when this article was updated on April 27, 2010 at 8:37 a.m. We continually update the articles on HartfordWomanOnline.com, but it's possible some details, specials and offers may have changed. As always, we recommend you call first if you have specific questions for the businesses mentioned in the guide.
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The Monday through Friday grind hardly allows time for bacon, eggs and hashbrowns in the morning. And even if there is time to whip 'em up, they're usually scarfed down in a hurry. That's where weekend brunches come in. Forget that alarm clock, catch some ZZZs and a hardy breakfast at these Hartford-area restaurants when you wake up. If we've forgotten your favorite brunch spot, please email us. Most locations listed have Sunday Brunch - Click this link to see which have Saturday brunch. THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BRUNCH SPOT:
Oliver Wight Tavern at Old Sturbridge Village
3-Old Sturbridge Village Road, Stutbridge MA 800-SEE-1830
OliverWightTavernOSV.org
Brunch is served at the Oliver Wight Tavern on Sundays year-round. Holiday pricing and menus are in effect on special occasions. Just a sampling of the menu: Omelets made to order; Scrambled Eggs; Applewood-smoked Bacon; Sausage; Specialty Salads; Assorted Muffins and Danish; Buttermilk Pancakes and Belgium Waffles with M&Ms, Chocolate Chips, Strawberry & Blueberries,and Fresh Whipped Cream; Seasonal Sliced Fruit, Carving Station; Daily Selection of Chef-Created Entrees; and Desserts Galore. Kids under 10 eat free! $19.95 per person, $17.95 for seniors (age 65 & up), No charge for children 10 & under. For reservations, call
508-347-3362 or 800-SEE-1830.
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Zest
167 Tolland Stage Road, Tolland CT 860.875.7244
ZestUniqueDining.com
Saturdays 9am-2pm. Order off the menu features include a wide selection of Omelettes and French Toasts as well as items like Eggs Mignon :Filet mignon over toast with poached eggs and béarnaise $14; Eggs Renae : Toast with crab cakes, poached eggs, asparagus and cheddar $12; and Eggs Shirley : Toast with fresh tomatoes, poached eggs, broccoli, Portobello mushrooms and hollandaise $9. Most items served with fresh homemade toasted bread. Selection of "lunch" items available also including a Duck Wrap: Tender duck breast, orange chocolate chili sauce, chevre, spinach and caramelized onions in a toasted tortilla $10; and Proscuitto & Apricot Chutney: Grilled cheese with brie, proscuitto and apricot chutney $10.
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Wood-n-Tap Bar & Grill
Wood-n-Tap offers a new weekend brunch for hungry diners in the Hartford area. For only $13.95, enjoy your choice of a brunch entrée or omelet; a Bloody Mary or Mimosa; and coffee, tea or juice. Brunch entrées include a breakfast burrito, stuffed French toast, eggs benedict and a tatsy selection of omelets. Additional options include a continental breakfast for 8.95 or kids' brunch for 6.95. ******* Cocoa Kitchen and Bar ******* Adams Mill ******* The Tavern Downtown ******* The Marlborough Tavern ******* Ashley's Restaurant
******** The Russell (Jazz Brunch) Marco Polo ******* The Hawthorne Inn ********
980 Farmington Ave., West Hartford CT 860.586.8338
Cocoawesthartford.com
Sundays 11:30-4 Order off the menu features include a Breakfast Wrap:two scrambled eggs, sauteed peppers
and onions, black beans, and cheddar; in a whole wheat wrap with home fries; Eggs Benedict;
Fritata; French Toast; and more.
165 Adams Street Manchester CT (860) 646-4039
TheAdamsMill.com
On Sunday's they have a brunch from 10:30-2:00pm. Includes: hot station with bacon, sausage, scrambled
and eggs benedict, a carving station, omelet station, belgium waffle station, lunch entree station,
fruits, salads, and a complementary mimosa, champagne or bloody mary.
100 Allyn St., Hartford CT (860) 524-9990
TavernDowntown.com
Here's what they say: "Best Brunch in Hartford!! Great way to start your day after Saturday
night! Live Jazz from 11:00 to 1:00, Sunday Football on our HD TV's all day!"
3-5 East Hampton Road, Marlborough CT (860) 295-8229
MarlboroughTavern.com
Served off the menu from 11:30am-2:30pm. Some of the featured items: Casino Royale Fritata: A 3 egg classic w/ cheddar, bacon, crab meat, onions, red & green peppers; Sloppy Huevos: Two poached eggs over a bowl of chili w/ cheddar, onions & sour cream; Seafood Pot Pie and many other items.
Entrees priced individually.
221 Main Street, Hartford CT (860) 247-8730
Ashleys
A review by "Smash" on Yahoo Local says: "We go almost every Sunday!!!: This is by far the best Breakfast place I have been to in CT. Ashley's is open on Sunday morning which is very nice. The Cook "Ashley" is great - she reminds me of mom cooking in the kitchen. The price is right. big breakfast with everything is about $7.00. You need to try the french toast, out of this world. We love you Ashley..." Good enough for us!
103 Pratt Street, Hartford CT 06103 (860) 727-4014
therussellct.com
Sundays 11am-4pm Enjoy eggs, omelets and more all creatively prepared and ordered off the menu. Some lunch items available also. Most items $10 or less. Full bar.
1250 Burnside Avenue, East Hartford CT (860) 289-2704
MarcoPoloCT.com
Enjoy a spectacular Sunday Brunch Buffet From 11:00AM till 2:00PM. Features four luncheon and four breakfast items, Carving station, Waffle station, Omelets made to order, Complimentary drink, desserts, and pastries. $15.99 per person plus state tax and gratuity.
2421 Berlin Tpke., Berlin CT (860) 828-3571
HawthorneInn.com
Lavish Sunday Brunch from 11am-2pm. $21.95 Adults/ $11.95 Children under 10 (Private room availabe, additional fees apply) Carving Station, Cold Table, Omelettes and Waffle Station, 8 Hot Chafing Dishes, Fully Stocked Dessert Table, and a Soup Station featuring Lobster Bisque and a Soup Du Jour. Sign up for their email list and receive special offers and discunts.
Various locations throughout the Greater Hartford Area
MaxRestaurantGroup.com
Menus and items vary by location. Please check with your favorite "Max" for details. All will have brunch on Mothers Day.
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The Whistle Stop Cafe
199 Broad Street, Windsor, CT 860-688-5000
WhistleStopWindsor.com
Voted Best Breakfast 2 years in a row by Hartford Advocate readers. Order off the menu featuring "Build an Omelet" and "Build a Breakfast" as well as traditional egg and grill items. Great Sunday hours 7am-3pm for late risers. Current menu (as of 5/6/10) has no breakfast item over $7.00.
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The Nutmeg
******* The Tavern Downtown ******* The Dakota ******* The Half Door *******
297 South Main Street CT (860) 627-7094
TheNutmeg.com
Traditional Sunday Brunch Buffet includes both breakfast and lunch items. Carving station and salads. Breads and desserts. Buffet Also Includes One Complimentary Drink of Champagne, Mimosa or Juice. $18.99 Per Person. 10am-2pm.
100 Allyn Street, Hartford, CT; 860-524-9990
TavernDowntown.com
May through August 20, 2010. 11am-3pm. Order from the menu items include Buttermilk Blueberry Scones with Preserves…$2.95; House Granola & Yogurt….$5.95; Chocolate-Banana French Toast- stuffed with caramelized bananas and chocolate, vanilla sauce….$7.95; Thick Cut French Toast & Scrambled Eggs…$5.95; Funnel Cakes- topped with caramelized apples and dusted with powdered sugar…$7.95; Smoked Salmon, Bagel, Cream Cheese and Accompaniments…$10.95; Assorted Eggs & Omelets.
225 W. Main Street Route 44, Avon CT 860-677-4311
DakotaRestaurant.com
Award winning Sunday Brunch has been satisfying guests for over 12 years. Chefs will be serving a wide assortment of breakfast and luncheon items. Call for reservations. Brunch consists of five different stations. Including Famous Salad Bar featuring fresh fruits, Belgian Waffles with a variety of toppings. Also Smoked Fish and Carving Stations, hot entrees, Omelets made to order with bacon, sausage or potatoes, Fresh Baked Muffins and Breads, an assortment of Cheese. Followed with delicious desserts. Join their email list for coupons and special offers.
270 Sisson Ave., Hartford CT 860-232-7827
Head to the Half Door in Hartford this weekend for their Big Arse Kegs & Eggs Breakfast. The beer breakfast is held every Saturday and Sunday at the Irish Gastro-Pub from 10am-2pm.
Litchfield Saltwater Grille ******* Ruby Tuesday's ********
26 Commons Drive, Route 202, Litchfield, CT 860.567.4900
BUFFET WITH A BEAT: Jazz Buffet Brunch at the Litchfield Saltwater Grille in Litchfield. Immerse yourself in the sounds of a live solo jazz piano, while enjoying a brunch buffet featuring everything from mini-muffins and coffeecakes to French toast, sausage and bacon and even stations for omelets, sliced smoked salmon and cocktail shrimp. It's just $19. 11am-2pm.
Various locations through out CT.
rubytuesday.com/menu/brunch
On Sunday's they have a brunch from 9:00AM-12:00PM (Changes to 9:00AM-3:00PM in December 2009). Includes: Biscuts, yogurt, 9 entree items, chocolate chip cookies and full bar.
585 Main St., Somers CT (860) 749-2256
Sunday Brunch at The Somers Inn. Sunday Brunch Served 11:00-2:00; $17.75 per person, children under 12
$9.95 (additional charge applies for starred (*) entrees from menu.) Price includes complimentary fresh fruit
plate of the day, homefries(unless otherwise noted), chef choice of dessert & a glass of one of the following
beverages: Bloody mary, screwdriver, mimosa, champagne, house wine, bottle of beer, soda, juice, coffee, or tea.
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Scoozi Trattoria & Wine Bar
1104 Chapel St., New Haven CT 203-776-8268
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Scoozzi Trattoria & Wine Bar. Tony Lombardozzi & Company provide the back-drop for
this charming Italian brunch. Order from the menu includes a selection of frittatas, foccacia, pasta, eggs and meats. $9-$15. Noon-3pm.
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If we've forgotten your favorite brunch spot, please email us.
