Well-known for their wine and bruschetta pairings, Postino Montrose also offers an impressive brunch selection, including focaccia-style French toast, avocado toast, and meatball shakshouka. (BCFC/Shutterstock)
Houston may be known for barbecue and Tex-Mex, but the sprawling city has also developed a stellar reputation for breakfast spots. Mexican fusion cafe CasaEma landed on Bon Appetit’s 14 Best New Breakfast Restaurants, serving some of the best pan dulce in the city. The Breakfast Klub—which has quickly become a main attraction in Houston for out-of-towners— has been consistently ranked as one of the best breakfast restaurants in the US by Good Morning America, USA Today, Esquire, and Forbes Magazine.
The next time you find yourself craving a big greasy spread or a boozy breakfast cocktail, take the guesswork out of the equation and check out the best spots in Houston, according to Yelp users.
Yelp Rating: 4.6
805 Pacific St., Houston
Well-known for their wine and bruschetta pairings, Postino Montrose also offers an impressive brunch selection, including focaccia-style French toast, avocado toast, and meatball shakshouka.
As one user said, “It’s Postino or nothing.” Other visitors praised the quick service and the option of patio seating.
Yelp Rating: 4.5
715 Henderson St., Houston
This farm-to-table restaurant is famous for its barbecue, creating some of the best breakfast tacos in the city. Along with tacos, patrons can choose from biscuits and gravy, smoked brisket tamales, and egg sandwiches.
Its versatility is not to be underestimated, as one user mentions that “H&K is my go-to spot for barbecue, breakfast tacos, brunch, and steak night. It is a hidden gem that deserves so much more recognition,” they comment.
Yelp Rating: 4.5
5307 N. Main St., Houston
CasaEma grew its reputation by bringing their pastries to weekly farmers markets. Now, they’ve grown a cult following at their brick-and-mortar location.
But don’t just listen to the hype. Take it from one user who decided to spend her birthday here. One of their highlights was the chilaquiles and papaya salad. However, as they said, “There isn’t a thing on that B that I would say no to.”
Yelp Rating: 4.5
612 Live Oak St., Houston
If you’re looking for an extensive caffeine list with unique drink offerings, look no further than Brass Tacks. The most intriguing items on the menu? The butterfly lemonade, the charcoal latte, and the Jack Daniels bread pudding.
Known as a spot to build community, the cafe always has something to offer its patrons. As one user said, “There was so much going on: good drinks, creative energy, cool people—and yes, I even got a tattoo while I was there.”
Yelp Rating: 4.5
3711 Travis St., Houston
Perhaps one of the most famous breakfast spots in Houston with a line constantly down the block, The Breakfast Klub even boasts its own boxed pancake and waffle mix to make at home. Grab a French toast plate if you want something sweet, or try some of their omelette combinations if you’re craving eggs.
It’s not just Houstonians who love this spot; the out-of-towners do as well. “I don’t have a picture because my plate was gone so fast, but this restaurant was absolutely delicious,” one user wrote. “I am from Chicago so I have high expectations of food, and this was a 10/10.”
Yelp Rating: 4.4
520 Westheimer Road, Houston
Explore every corner of the world with the global cuisine at Traveler’s Table. Though it’s known for being a dinner spot, every Friday through Sunday, they whip out globally-inspired breakfast foods. You can find almost anything you’re craving here (and even ones you didn’t know you could crave), from guava empanadas, crab samosas, miniature lobster rolls, duck chilaquiles, and ube pancakes.
One visitor highlighted the eggs Benedict at their visit, saying it was a great choice for brunch and that the portions were nice and hearty. Another poster was pleasantly surprised by the oxtail omelette from their visit, and noted that the side of parmesan grits it came with were delicious.
Yelp Rating: 4.4
2540 University Blvd., Houston
If you’re looking to get your buzz on at brunch, the extensive cocktail list at Sixty Vines should be your go-to. They’ve got your classics like froze and aperol spritzes, but also have unique ones, like a matcha martini and a scarlet letter sangria.
One user highlighted a particular cocktail, the Carajillo, saying it had a rich, chocolatey coffee taste and the salt added a heightened burst of flavor. Make sure to share a plate of orange morning bread or keep the Tuscan eggs Benedict all to yourself.
Yelp Rating: 4.3
5405 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire
Originally just a coffee shop, the nearly decade-old Dandelion Cafe has become a brunch staple in Houston over the years, and even appeared on Good Morning America’s “US of Breakfast Smackdown.” Enjoy a plate of chicken and waffles topped with spiced maple butter, or indulge in the strawberries and cream French toast.
“I’ve heard great things about Dandelion Cafe, and the rumors are true. The food was fresh and tasty, especially the lemon blueberry French toast,” one user wrote.
The ambiance also appears to be a highlight, with one user saying that it’s a small eclectic dining space that’s cheerful, and another mentioning it was a great spot to catch up with friends or go solo to catch up on work.
Yelp Rating: 4.3
602 Fairview St., Houston
A smaller version of Barnaby’s Cafe, this spot offers breakfast all day, every day. Go light with Bob’s Healthy Plate, or chow down on chicken fried steak and eggs. Finish your meal off with fresh grapefruit or orange juice.
Despite being a spin-off of a larger franchise, the breakfast spot has found its own cult following. One user posted, “I have been to a few of the Barnaby’s locations, but I have to say that this is my favorite.”
Yelp Rating: 4.3
1915 Dunlavy St., Houston
Stop by Cielito Cafe for authentic Mexican fare, from arroz con leche and chilaquiles, to molletes and Mexican churros. Wash it all down with the daily flavor of agua fresca or get your caffeine fix from the caramelo or iced caramel coffee.
Patrons of the cafe tend to get obsessed quickly.
“Probably my favorite brunch in Houston,” one patron said. “[I] started with the cafe de coco, which I will be thinking about for the next few mornings, and the toqueres, which were the perfect combination of sweetness from the corn combined with spice of the salsa.”
