Who doesn’t love brunch? Brunch is arguably the most popular meal of the weekend. It’s a great time to socialize with friends and family while enjoying some of the best breakfast and lunch options all on one menu. Northern California has so many great brunch options. We chose some of the best brunch restaurants in Northern California for this list based on the food, service, and ambiance.

1. Deja Vu Restaurant & Espresso Bar– Redding
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Located inside a historic hotel built in 1901, this downtown Redding brunch spot is full of character, charm, and delicious food. They serve 15 different types of omelets, several varieties of eggs benedicts, plus Equator Coffee.
Deja Vu Restaurant & Espresso Bar has been a family-owned operation since 1995, and is known locally for their welcoming service.
Deja Vu Restaurant, 1590 California St, Redding, CA 96001, USA
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No time for brunch? Stop by for a coffee and one of their homemade pastries. The restaurant is open daily from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
2. The Greene Lily– Eureka
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You’ll love the mimosa variety at this place! The Greene Lily serves a variety of mimosas, such as passionfruit, watermelon, mango, pink grapefruit, pomegranate, strawberry guava, peach, cranberry, and classic orange. Or try the “Red Lily”– it’s their version of a Bloody Mary, except this one is made with soju.
The Greene Lily is just a couple blocks from the water in Old Town Eureka, making this a great place to brunch before you go shopping and exploring in Old Town. Enjoy ocean breezes and people-watching while sitting out front of the restaurant in their outdoor dining area.
The Greene Lily, 516 2nd St, Eureka, CA 95501, USA
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The Greene Lily is open daily from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
3. Woodrose Cafe– Garberville
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Opened in 1977, this Garberville favorite serves a delicious and healthy brunch. Woodrose Cafe prioritizes organic, local, and fresh ingredients when preparing its cuisine.
Woodrose Cafe has a variety of brunch options -– scrambles, omelets, pancakes, and French toast. Their specialties include huevos rancheros, tofu scrambles, bagel and lox, and their take on eggs benedict. Enjoy brunch with a mimosa made with fresh orange juice, or try their fresh carrot-orange juice. They also make smoothies, organic hot chocolate, and fresh juices.
Woodrose Cafe, 911 Redwood Dr, Garberville, CA 95542, USA
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Woodrose Cafe is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
4. Miracle Mile Cafe– San Rafael
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Breakfast is served all day at this gluten-free brunch and lunch restaurant. Bring the kiddos, too! Lots of families enjoy this restaurant and its fun kid’s menu.
Miracle Mile Cafe makes all its food fresh daily and serves organic coffee. The large menu has something for everyone. People who eat gluten-free will love all the carb-y options on the menu. Try their famous cinnamon roll pancakes. If you want something more savory, they also have egg dishes.
Miracle Mile Cafe, 2130 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901, USA
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Guests will be impressed by their creative drinks menu. In addition to several types of mimosa, they serve a variety of margaritas, bloody marys, and other fruity cocktails. Miracle Mile Cafe is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
5. Leila by the Bay– Hercules
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This hidden gem in Hercules has an incredible bay view to enjoy from the patio. Located in the historic Civic Arts Building, constructed in 1917, it is on the National Register of Historic Places. This place just oozes charm and ambiance. Leila by the Bay is a special place to host an event or have a memorable brunch.
Leila by the Bay offers bottomless mimosas on Friday through Sunday. Choose from one of their 10 eggs Benedicts, or specials such as huevos rancheros and corned beef hash.
Leila by the Bay, 1991 Railroad Ave, Hercules, CA 94547, USA
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Lunch is Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Brunch is Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. There is a 2 hour time limit for tables.
6. Running Rooster– Hollister
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This casual eatery in Hollister has a brunch menu that dreams are made of. Choose from mini French beignets, Nutella crepes, chicken and waffles, chilaquiles, or cheddar grits with shrimp or pork belly. And that’s not even half of it.

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Running Rooster also serves bottomless mimosa with several types of juice. Ever heard of bottomless bloody Mary’s? They have that as well.
Running Rooster, 800 San Benito St, Hollister, CA 95023, USA
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The open and modern restaurant space is great for noisy groups. Weekend brunch is on both Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
7. Mainzer– Merced
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Mainzer has to be one of the best brunch restaurants in Northern California. Not only can you have a Belgian waffle with whipped mascarpone or a French scramble with applewood bacon, but after your meal you can see a movie in the adjoining theater. Mainzer also uses the theater to show major sports games.
As if that wasn’t enough, there is also a game room with arcade-type games like foosball and skeeball.
Mainzer, 655 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
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Mainzer is always hosting live music, sports events, and more. See if your brunch plans line up with their next movie or fun event. Brunch is on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
8. Gypsy Bistro– Lockeford
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This charming restaurant has a short but sweet brunch menu. Everything on the menu is excellent– you really can’t go wrong here.
There’s the classic avocado toast with eggs, or decadent biscuits and gravy, or classic French toast. You can’t go wrong with the “country plate”-- 3 eggs any way, home fries, and bacon or sausage.
The Gypsy Bistro, 12562 Locke Rd, Lockeford, CA 95237, USA
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Gypsy Bistro is in historic Lockeford. This charming and historic town is a great place to visit on a day trip. If the weather permits, sit outside in the private courtyard. Sunday brunch is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
9. Bacon & Butter– Sacramento
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This Sacramento hot spot serves California farm-to-table cuisine. They serve brunch classics with local and seasonal ingredients.
Try the sausage sandwich “wet” with gravy. Fast food doesn’t have anything on this farm-fresh food. If you’re more of a sweet tooth, try the peaches and cream french toast made with Challah bread, custard, peaches, and caramel peach sauce.
Bacon & Butter, 5913 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Although they have a lot of decadent food, dedicated healthy eaters will be pleasantly surprised to see some healthy choices like the bee pollen bowl: agave yogurt, local honey, local pollen, granola, and fresh fruit. Bacon & Butter is listed in the 2022 Michelin Guide, so you know it’s good! They’re open Wednesday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
10. Hot Off The Griddle– Orangevale
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Hot Off The Griddle serves freshly prepared breakfast and brunch classics. They don’t have an individual brunch menu, but you can order from the breakfast or lunch menu all day.
Guests love their eggs Benedicts and the corned beef hash, made with their homemade corned beef. The portions are generous, so no one in your group will go hungry. For smaller appetites, order from their “lil breakfast” section of the menu. They have a kids menu, too.
Hot Off The Griddle, 8800 Greenback Ln, Orangevale, CA 95662, USA
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This Sacramento-area restaurant is taking off! Since opening in 2017, they’ve expanded to three locations in the greater Sacramento area. The Orangevale restaurant is open daily from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
11. The Getaway Cafe– South Lake Tahoe
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This South Lake Tahoe cafe serves all your brunch favorites and more.
The Getaway Cafe has three types of eggs Benedicts, including a Deluxe for large appetites. If you’ve been out late the night before at the casinos, try the Hangover Helper– chorizo and home fries sauteed with tomatoes, onions, and peppers, then topped with cheddar cheese and eggs.
The Getaway Cafe, 3140 US-50, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
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For a sweet treat, try the banana nut French toast or coconut-crusted French toast. So decadent! Fuel up for a day of skiing or hiking with their bottomless Alpine Sierra Organic Coffee. Or choose from a variety of fresh juices. Dine-in or order to-go Thursday through Monday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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