Brunch Guide

Note: The contents of this guide were checked for accuracy when this article was updated on January 3, 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.

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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BRUNCH SPOT:

Litchfield Saltwater Grille
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.

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Ruby Tuesday's
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.

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Somers Inn
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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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!
$18.95 per person, $16.95 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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Cocoa Kitchen and Bar
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.

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Adams Mill
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.

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The Tavern Downtown
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!"

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The Marlborough Tavern
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.

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Ashley's Restaurant
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!

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The Russell (Jazz Brunch)
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.

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Marco Polo
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.

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The Hawthorne Inn
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.

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The Dakota
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.

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The Half Door
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.

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If we've forgotten your favorite brunch spot, please email us.