15 St. Louis restaurants with great brunch offerings

You know what they say – brunch is the most important meal of the day. Here are some spots around town with some delicious options. The first part of this list includes participants in our United We Brunch event you should definitely not miss on Saturday, Jan. 27, at City Winery STL at City Foundry STL. Get tickets here. The second portion includes other area businesses with delectable brunch menus.

Bagel Union
In general, Bagel Union is the definition of brunch. Open with the sun, but lingering into the afternoon, guests can find simplicity or complexity to their liking. Specifically for United We Brunch, savory seekers will relish in the tzitzlenickel bagel (a pumpernickel-tzitzle rye hybrid) with Tracklements lox cream cheese, topped with dill and capers. For those exploring their sweet tooth, Bagel Union’s signature cherry crunch bagel will be served with whipped Sierra Nevada cream cheese and topped with candied lemon peel. Their Webster Groves storefront has an assortment of other crowd-pleasing offerings. 8705 Big Bend Blvd., Webster Groves, 314.320.7556, bagel-union.com

Clara B’s Kitchen Table
Clara B’s is a Texas- and Southern-inspired restaurant offering from-scratch fare made with local ingredients. They offer counter service in a shared space with LongStory Coffee and provide seasonal menu items such as the chili and eggs that will be featured at United We Brunch. Staples such as the loaded breakfast burrito, biscuit and duck fat gravy and shrimp and grits gets people in the door, but the staff and attention to flavor keeps them coming back. From housemade breads to smoked meats, they pride themselves on eclectic flavor profiles using chef Jodie Ferguson’s upbringing as inspiration. Texan, Deep South, Creole and Tex-Mex are the trademarks, but you’ll see other influences sprinkled in, whether for breakfast or a five-course supper club meal. They also offer catering and have a food truck that helped them get to where they are today. 732 S. Illinois St., Belleville, 618.416.1812, clarabs.com

City Winery
Although City Winery is just providing the venue for United We Brunch on Jan. 27, during their other events, you can indulge your senses with City Winery’s unique blend of wine, music, dining and private events. City Winery’s stage hosts legendary artists and local favorites alike. Enhance your concert-going experience with a menu of locally sourced food and world-class wine. The menu thoughtfully pairs curated wines with delectable small plates made for sharing. The versatile venue is also the perfect setting for celebrations, gatherings and corporate functions. From elegant decor to impeccable service, they create the ideal atmosphere for your private event, leaving you with cherished memories that last a lifetime. 3730 Foundry Way Suite 158, St. Louis, 314.678.5060, citywinery.com/st-louis

Hello Juice & Smoothie
For United We Brunch, Hello Juice is providing fresh, cold-pressed orange juice for the unlimited mimosas. Their storefront offerings include a wide variety of nutritious and delicious breakfast and brunch offerings, including seasonal waffles such as apple-cinnamon, lemon-blueberry, pumpkin spice and chocolate chip. Hello Juice also offers protein-packed bento boxes from its prepared foods line, Hello Eats, including the Breakfast Bento with lactose-free greek yogurt, passionfruit caviar, granola and fruit, as well the Avocado Fudge Box. The Hello Eats line also offers egg bites with eggs, ground bison, mozzarella, greek yogurt, shredded potatoes, spinach and peppers, along with a toast menu with avocado toast, hummus toast and the Cinnamon Toast Crunch. 1000 S. Newstead Ave., St. Louis, 314.376.4135; 10463 Manchester Road, Suite F, Kirkwood, 314.394.0236, hellojuiceandsmoothie.com

Honey Bee Biscuits + Good Eats
At United We Brunch, Honey Bee Biscuits + Good Eats will be serving mini biscuits and gravy topped with Red Hot Riplets and green onions, along with mini chocolate chip biscuits for their sweet option. Both items can be found at the restaurant in Kirkwood, which offers other great items like breakfast sandwiches, French toast, coffee drinks and more. 200 US-67, Kirkwood, 314.650.0762, honeybeesbg.com

Honey Bee Tea
This family-owned premium boba tea and dessert shop has locations in Manchester, Brentwood, St. Charles and Oakville. All their drinks are created from scratch with an emphasis on quality, using the finest and freshest organic ingredients from Taiwan. They sell many types of fruit and milk teas, including the signature Okinawa milk tea with toasted creme brulee, tiger sugar boba milk tea and fresh passionfruit tea. They also have fresh fruit smoothies, Vietnamese coffee, matcha tea drinks and more. Besides your traditional boba, there are over 15 other toppings to choose from. Multiple locations, honeybt.com

Little Fox
Little Fox will offer French toast bites, pork and grits and their famous bloody mary at United We Brunch. Their restaurant also offers an amazing weekend brunch with some of the most popular dishes including the green tomato Benedict with fluffy hollandaise and fried basil, housemade spam and ricotta pancakes. Every Saturday, there’s a one-day-only, in-house special. Food specials will be announced the week of on Instagram and include features like Okonomiyaki and raclette hash. Don’t miss the incredible selection of brunch cocktails and mocktails. 2800 Shenandoah Ave., St. Louis, 314.553.9456, littlefoxstl.com

Social Graze
Step into a brunch affair like never before with these delectable, stunning charcuterie graze tables, where indulgence meets sophistication. Picture an array of artisanal cheeses, premium cured meats and delightful brunch-inspired accoutrements, artfully arranged to create a feast for both the eyes and the palate. From velvety camembert to smoky chorizo, these charcuterie graze tables redefine brunch indulgence. Whether it's a leisurely weekend affair or a special celebration, let the flavors mingle and the conversations flow, making your brunch a symphony of taste and sophistication. socialgrazestl.com

Southside Alchemy
Southside Alchemy has the unlimited bloody marys on lock for United We Brunch. They offer spicy and mild bloody mary mixes, both of which are low-sodium and gluten-free. And with the perfect spice level, you only need to add a bit of acid like citrus or pickle juice. The award-winning mild is served by the glass at many spots around town, including Anthonino’s Taverna, Winslow's Table, The Mud House, Calypso Spirits Bar, The Boathouse at Forest Park, Pie Guy, Vicia and more. Both mixes are also available for purchase at retailers such as Randall's Wine & Spirits, Civil Alchemy, Parker's Table, The Wine and Cheese Place, Schnucks and Southside Wine and Spirits. southsidealchemy.com

Sunday Best
Formerly known as Juniper, Sunday Best will be serving up two faves from their current brunch menu: chicken and waffles, along with a buttermilk bread pudding with duck fat caramel. They will also be serving a spicy, fun take on the bloody mary with potlikker and mezcal. On their regular menu at the restaurant, you’ll find an assortment of fried chicken, as well as a few salads, mac and cheese, collard greens, a smash burger and some incredible sweets including milkshakes. 4101 Laclede Ave., St. Louis, 314.329.7696, sundaybestchicken.com

The Clover and the Bee
At United We Brunch, this restaurant will serve their classic breakfast sandwich with egg, peppered bacon and cheese on potato bun. They’ll also have a brown butter blondie swirled with cookie butter. At the Webster Groves location, they offer a little bit of everything, from savory white cheddar grits, amazing salads and delicious deli sandwiches to an assortment of pastries such as the cream puff flight, morning bun and cinnamon roll. Don’t miss the grab-and-go cheeseburger turnover or the labneh bowl. 100 W. Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves, 314.942.1216, thecloverandthebee.com

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Although the spots listed below are not taking part in United We Brunch, they are still noteworthy places to grab some brunch around town.

City Coffee & Creperie
City Coffee & Creperie is St. Louis’ original French creperie that serves both savory and sweet crepes on original white flour or organic, gluten-free buckwheat flour.  For those seeking alternatives to crepes, a tempting array of quiches, sandwiches, soups, salads, rich coffees, espressos, teas and smoothies are also available. Immerse yourself in a taste of Paris at the original Creperie – an experience that stands unparalleled. 36 N. Brentwood Blvd., Clayton, 314.862.2489, citycoffeecreperie.com

Cyrano’s Cafe
Cyrano’s serves a delightful brunch menu every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Specialty items include a Sugarfire pulled pork hash and a brioche French toast. They also offer lunch salads and sandwiches, like their special roast beef. Full dessert menus, including bread pudding, are available during brunch, and you won’t want to miss special $5 mimosas, bellinis and bloody marys. There’s also a full coffee menu available featuring Blueprint Coffee. 603 E. Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves, 314.963.3232, cyranos.com

Hatch’d
Open in the former home of Quincy Street Bistro, Hatch’d has an assortment of brunch offerings, including delicious meats smoked in-house, cocktails with every spirit, some of the best pancakes in St. Louis, locally made beers and a fantastic smash burger. While you’re there, check out the eclectic collection of coffee mugs and local art. 6931 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, 314.448.1642, hatchdstl.com

Kingside Diner
This modern American diner with a stylish chess-themed design has four locations: Central West End, Clayton, the Delmar Loop, and the Lambert International Airport. Known for their inventive brunch-fare like the breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs and bacon on a croissant, topped with sausage and thyme gravy and cheddar cheese. They also have build-your-own omelets and breakfast burritos, along with mimosa flights. Don’t miss the third-shift happy hour with discounts on mimosas, bloody marys and more – weekdays until 10:30 a.m. and on the weekends in Clayton. The CWE location is open late Wednesday through Saturday for “Kingside After Dark” where they serve a creative and slightly elevated diner dinner menu from 4 to 10 p.m. Multiple locations, kingsidediner.com