What's the best brunch in Philadelphia?

Local favourites include Reading Terminal Market and the all-day kitchen at Zahav. We prioritise spots that take walk-ins or open early on weekends.

Do I need a reservation for brunch in Philadelphia?

The marquee spots fill up by 11am on Saturdays and Sundays — book ahead, or arrive before 10 for a walk-in seat at a counter.

We flag every venue that runs a bottomless mimosa or cocktail menu inside the brunch shortlist.

Brunch · Philadelphia

Where to brunch in Philadelphia — neighbourhood cafés, all-day breakfast counters and weekend institutions.

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Reading Terminal Market
Food & Drink
Center City
Amish pretzels, roast pork sandwiches and a century of vendors under one roof.

Zahav
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Israeli · Society Hill
Michael Solomonov's hummus and lamb shoulder — book a month out.
Pat's King of Steaks
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Cheesesteak · South Philly
Order 'whiz wit' and eat it standing up.
Vetri Cucina
$$$$
Italian tasting · Center City
12-course Northern Italian in a townhouse — one of the country's best.
Suraya
$$$
Lebanese · Fishtown
All-day Levantine market, café and dining room with garden seating.
Federal Donuts
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Fried chicken & donuts · Multiple
Half-dozen donuts and a piece of Korean-spiced fried chicken.

Local favourites include Reading Terminal Market and the all-day kitchen at Zahav. We prioritise spots that take walk-ins or open early on weekends.