The Best Saturday Breakfast and Brunch Spots in Downtown
Carter Hubbard

Planning to catch the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Parade on December 3? Since the event starts at 10:30am, we thought you could use some great breakfast/brunch recommendations! Here are some great places to eat before and after the parade.

Brandwein’s Bagels

Brandwein’s serves up a taste of the Big Apple right here in Chapel Hill! Get authentic New York bagels and spreads, handcrafted sandwiches, and deli fresh salads at this local hot spot.

Carolina Brewery

The Carolina Brewery Brewpub serves brunch from 10am-2:30pm on Saturdays. Get everything from shrimp & grits, chicken and waffles, to burgers and breakfast quesadillas. Did mention $2 mimosas?

Carolina Coffee Shop/1922

Here’s a 2-for-1 option! Carolina Coffee Shop is a century old institution with pancakes, omelettes, and brunch cocktails. Try their signature Cornflake French toast! If you’re not the in the mood to sit down and prefer a breakfast on the go, 1922 is the quick service counter option next door. Get coffee, espresso, and pastries from local bakeries before and after the parade!

Crossroads Chapel Hill at The Carolina Inn

Head to the picturesque Carolina Inn for a Saturday breakfast at Crossroads Chapel Hill. The menu features omelettes, sandwiches, and other breakfast favorites from 7:30-10:30am.

Dame’s Chicken and Waffles

A match made in (Blue) Heaven! Dame’s Chicken & Waffles features many versions of this popular Southern pairing with filling sides, drizzles, and shmears to fill you up!

Linda’s

Linda’s Bar & Grill serves up brunch with old school faves like French toast and Bacon, Egg, and Cheese on a croissant or bagel. There’s also a la carte options.

The Purple Bowl

The Purple Bowl is a local quick service spot serving up Acai bowls, fruit smoothies, and avocado toast. If you love healthy, fresh ingredients, this is the place to be!

Saturni

Saturni is a small cafe nestled in a courtyard on West Franklin Street. You can enjoy coffee beverages and handcrafted sandwiches in a peaceful, green space.

Sutton’s

Legendary Sutton’s Drug Store serves breakfast every morning until 11am. If you’re in the mood for heaping breakfast plates and made-to-order sandwiches surrounded by photos of past and present Tar Heels, this is the place to be!

Time-Out

Not in a hurry? Time-Out serves breakfast 24 hours a day! You can get platters and omelettes in this Chapel Hill institution.