Breakfast & Bubbly: 7 Best Brunch Spots in Orlando

Brunch is one of my favorite weekend activities- waking up early on a Sunday morning and grabbing yummy breakfast and a fun, fruity mimosa with some friends is my idea of a perfect day. It's a great time to relax with people you love and hang out on a beautiful sunny afternoon in the city, while grabbing a delicious bite to eat. Orlando has some of the best brunches around, including many restaurants that offer amazing specials or inexpensive deals on food, and even some exciting happy hour drinks served all day long! It's just the pick me up you need to start (or end) your weekend with some chill vibes. Below I've listed some of my favorite brunch cafes in the city of Orlando - places that not only have a great selection of food and cocktails, but also provides the perfect cute Instagram aesthetic for your social media feed. Enjoy!

1. Soco Thornton Park. @socothorntonpark

Warm and cozy cafe located just south of the popular downtown district serving delicious Southern style bites and a vivacious weekend brunch. Grab a seat outside on the patio on a beautiful, sunny day or opt in for a seat inside at the bar!

2. Maxine's on Shine. @maxinesonshine

This 1940's themed restaurant offers a fun and inviting atmosphere with a lively and colorful retro aesthetic, all paired with homemade breakfast and brunch options served daily.

3. The Hampton Social. @thehamptonsocial

One of the most notable Instagram inspired cafes in Orlando and the perfect spot for all of your cute IG post ideas, this modern and trendy spot is best for grabbing a blueberry cocktail or bottomless mimosas with friends. Enjoy the summer breeze outside on the deck with this eclectic brunch menu serving light, seafood fare as well as small fruit bowls and pastries.

4. Briarpatch Restaurant. @thebriarpatchrestaurant

Located in the heart of cozy downtown Winter Park, enjoy brunch in this light and airy setting with minimalist vibes, and take a seat inside or outside on the spacious patio deck. Serving standard yet contemporary breakfast options and for those with a sweet tooth, this cafe offers house made ice cream for dessert!

5. The Glass Knife. @theglassknifewp

This is another cafe that's great if you're looking to add to your Instagram feed- this bright and colorful spot located in Winter Park serves decadent pastries, cakes, pies, and desserts, as well as coffee and espresso drinks to pair. A cute and feminine spot with a trendy flair, it's the perfect option for breaking out the camera and snapping a few cute pics to up your social media game. The best time to stop in is for brunch, offered until 2pm on Saturday and Sunday mornings!

6. Se7en Bites Bake Shop. @se7enbites

You definitely don't want to miss out on this 1950's vintage inspired cafe, located in the artistic Orlando Milk District, north of downtown. This hip spot offers a small selection of authentic, homemade Southern bites such as biscuits and gravy, grits, pancakes, and muffins, as well as bakery items and sweet treats that surely won't disappoint! Brunch is served up daily and prices are extremely affordable if you're on a budget.

7. Canvas Restaurant & Market. @canvaslakenona

This home goods style colorful market combines a unique shopping experience with a vibrant restaurant located right on the edge of Lake Nona. Enjoy weekend brunch serving hearty fare from a primarily Latin inspired menu, and pair it with a mango margarita or fruity cocktail while you take in tranquil views from the large scale windows looking out over the water.