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Let’s Do This – Best Brunch in D.C.?

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Ken Yu

Here are the previous best/let’s do this lists for – Carryouts, best Thai, best liquor stores, best Ramen, best Bars, best Indian and Pakistani, best Italian/Pizza/Deli, best Mexican/Salvadoran/Central/Cuban/Latin, best burgers/fries, best bakery/bagels, best Gyms, best Ethiopian , best Sushi, best bookstores, best movie theaters, best sports bars, and best barbers and hair salons.

Today’s query is a reader request. With the coming closure of Masa 14 in August – where are your favorite brunch spots these days!

Ed. Note: This was also a reader requested query back in 2013 – you can see those recs here.

“On June 2, Nationals fans have the opportunity to enjoy their Sunday brunch on the field at Nationals Park while watching the Nats on the NatsHD scoreboard as they take on the Reds in Cincinnati.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Nationals:

“The Washington Nationals may be on the road for a seven-day road trip, but baseball fans and foodies alike will have the opportunity to come to Nationals Park THIS WEEKEND to enjoy Brunch on the Baselines!

On June 2, Nationals fans have the opportunity to enjoy their Sunday brunch on the field at Nationals Park while watching the Nats on the NatsHD scoreboard as they take on the Reds in Cincinnati. This special all-inclusive brunch begins at noon (more…)

“Punjabi Style Brunch: Punjab Grill launches brunch service on Sunday”

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy Punjab Grill

From an email:

“Punjab Grill, at 427 11th Street NW, is excited to announce that brunch service will debut this Sunday, April 28. Diners can expect to find brunch favorites with a Punjabi twist, as well as classic lunch items on the menu. There will also be customizable Bloody Marys, champagne and brunch cocktails. Brunch hours are from 11 am until 3 pm.

Sample dishes include: (more…)

Judging Brunch – Wonderland

By Prince Of Petworth

We are no strangers to discussing good brunch options. But I’ve walked by this sign at Wonderland (11th and Kenyon) many times and it occurred to me that I’ve never actually had brunch there. I’ve had some tasty quesadillas but never had the waffles. So I’m intrigued by the idea of free waffles. How are they? How’s the brunch in general?

I’ve Changed

By Prince Of Petworth

I used to work on international affairs and national security issues. However, I’ve officially left that field for good, I think, because I was reading the Post the other day and it took me two times to properly read that the title “Yemeni President Vows Crackdown on Al-Qaeda Brunch” actually said “”Yemeni President Vows Crackdown on Al-Qaeda Branch“…

We discussed DC’s best brunch options here.

Friday Question of the Day – Where’s The Best Brunch in DC? (Reader Request)

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader wrote in asking about general brunch options. This email was followed by the one below:

“Have you ever blogged about The Highlands? It’s a diamond in the rough restaurant on 14th across the street from the Metro Bus Depot. OBSCENELY cheap and AMAZINGLY good (best crab cakes i’ve ever had). Wonderful service; chef comes out for every diner to ask how it is. Perfect brunch, cheap brunch. It’s never busy and i don’t understand why! People must know!”

I do like The Highlands located on 14th Street, NW between Crittenden and Decatur. And back in August of ’08 there were some good breakfast recommendations listed. However, there have also been a ton of new restaurants that have opened since Aug. ’08 so I’m wondering if any of them have good brunch options?

Also I’d like to add a caveat, besides Highlands, where can one get a good brunch in the city without waiting an hour for a table? This is one of the toughest questions I ever have to answer. I’m always hesitant to make recommendations because the wait for tables drives me crazy. So where are the other secret or not so secret spots that have good brunch without a long wait? Of course other essentials beside the wait are great Bloody Marys and/or inexpensive mimosas…and bacon definitely good crispy bacon options.

Best Brunch in Town?

By Prince Of Petworth

A couple of weeks ago I mentioned that Hominy, a new restaurant, had opened up above Bohemian Caverns at the corner of 11th and U. Well, I have a little addendum that I had to add. Apparently they have complimentary champagne for brunch on Sundays.

Now we have discussed some of the best breakfast and brunch options in the past but this has got to put them in the running. Now that the weather is getting better, I thought I’d ask a slight variation on the question – where is the best outdoor brunch spot in town?

As Promised – Red Derby Brunch Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

I’m told the menu is still being tweaked a bit but it looks great to me. And just for the record I sat outside for over two hours Sat. night and did not encounter any unpleasantness, save for my own boring stories. The outdoor seating option is terrific. And remember for those that are fearful, there is a bouncer sitting right at the door should anything untoward happen. Now for the brunch options: Ed. note: mmm, tater tots and Red Derby is located at 14th and Quincy.

Derby Brunch:
Multigrain Egg Sandwich with tater tots
Breakfast Burrito
Whole Wheat French toast sticks with maple syrup
Morning Burger (our burger served with a sunny side over fried egg) and tater tots
BLT on multigrain served with tater tots
Bagel, cream cheese & lox
Veggie bagel
Seasonal fruit basket
Assortment of mini-muffins
Southern-style biscuits with honey butter
Derby Libations:
Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s & Harvey Wallbangers – $2 with brunch, $4 without food

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