Brunch in Upper East Side is serious business. Whether you're after a lazy Sunday spread or a quick weekday bite, these are the spots worth rolling out of bed for.
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Brunch favorite — cozy & casual atmosphere with restaurant fare
Cozy Upper East Side Thai spot for comfort-food curries and quick lunch bites.

Brunch favorite — cozy & casual atmosphere with restaurant fare
Cozy, casual Thai spot with strong tea program and easygoing neighborhood energy.

Brunch favorite — cozy & casual atmosphere with restaurant fare
Bright, contemporary Thai with great cocktails, tea selection, and a cozy vibe.

Brunch favorite — cozy & romantic atmosphere with restaurant fare
Cozy Alsatian bistro on 2nd Ave with beer-sommelier picks, cocktails, and desserts.

Brunch favorite — casual & cozy atmosphere with bakery fare
Legendary thick, gooey cookies and coffee for a quick Upper East Side stop.

Brunch favorite — cozy & trendy atmosphere with restaurant fare
Upper East Side mussel-and-oyster bar with cocktails, desserts, and sidewalk seating.

Brunch favorite — upscale & trendy atmosphere with bakery fare
Chic Upper East Side cake boutique for luxe slices and coffee breaks.

Brunch favorite — casual & cozy atmosphere with restaurant fare
Cozy 2nd Ave spot for pho, Thai comfort food, and a great tea lineup.

Brunch favorite — cozy & romantic atmosphere with restaurant fare
Upper East Side Italian cafe for mix-and-match pastas, espresso, and wine-list comfort.

Brunch favorite — cozy & romantic atmosphere with wine bar fare
Rustic Upper East Side Italian wine bar with a tucked-away garden patio.

Brunch favorite — romantic & cozy atmosphere with cafe fare
Viennese cafe inside the Neue Galerie museum on Fifth Avenue, serving authentic Viennese pastries, strudels, and coffee in a stunning Beaux-Arts setting.

Brunch favorite — cozy & casual atmosphere with restaurant fare
Cozy Upper East Side Shanghainese spot with dim sum, tea service, and a private room.
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