4 Great Spots to Brunch in New York City this Summer

Anyone who has ever been to New York City in spring and summer is familiar with streets lined with outdoor patios filled with patrons dining and sipping the morning and afternoon away. And with almost too many options to choose from, it seems almost impossible to select just one spot for brunch. Make your decision easier with these four trending brunch spots this summer:

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Little Rascal

Located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, this upscale cocktail bar draws locals and visitors with its warm and intimate vibe. On sunny days, sit outside on Little Rascal’s green outdoor patio and sip on refined and inventive cocktails like the Flaco and Audrey (Fundy Gin, preserved cherry blossom, chamomile cordial, London Essence, white peach soda and egg white) or Dough of Existence (rum, soursop, lime juice, house-made falernum, avocado-pit orgeat and wormwood bitters). These cocktails complement Mediterranean-inspired dishes like shakshuka, smoked salmon Fattoush and more.

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Saint Theo’s

Considered one of the premier brunch destinations in the heart of West Village, this Venetian-style brunch hub exclusively serves brunch on Saturday and Sunday, 12–2:30 p.m. Menu highlights include tuna crudo with lemon zest, olive oil and sea salt; beef carpaccio with mushroom, arugula, aioli and balsamic vinegar; and seabass linguine with dill, la passata and garlic oil. Seating up to 110 guests between a dining room, bar and lounge, guests enjoy an eclectic mix of modern and vintage designs from Murano glass sconces to framed Pirelli calendars and Venice Biennale exhibition posters.

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Valerie

Situated in Midtown East, Valerie put itself on the map thanks to its extensive gin library and buzzing happy hours. Now, Valerie offers guests a boozy version of morning tea time with Tea with the Queen. This includes a spiked cuppa with English breakfast and bergamot-infused Navy Strength Gin, Luxardo Bianco, Punt e Mes and orange juice. It’s always gin o’clock at Valerie, and guests can enjoy its chai gin and tonic featuring chai-infused Fundy Gin, lemon, Havi Amer, cardamom bitters and Fever Tree Premium Indian Tonic. Pair these drinks with dishes like lemon ricotta pancakes with cardamom, crab salad, egg toast with roe, and more.

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THIEF

Blending the edge and artistic culture of 1980s New York City with a world-class cocktail program, THIEF boasts an expansive food and drink menu. Indulge in fried brie with Peppadew peppers or opt for larger dishes like grilled pork ribs with a kiwi-soy glaze. Other highlights include a fried chicken sandwich with banana peppers, sour honey and peri peri ranch, as well as soon-to-launch brunch dishes like French toast with apple mezcal caramel and mezcal maple butter.