Waiting in line for Karen Hatfield's salted caramel sticky pecan babka is more than worth it. The tomato-onion tart, buttercup bun and rye chocolate chip cookie are all also delicious.

This former hardware store has everything the hipsters want: reclaimed fixtures, Edison bulbs, latte art and fried chicken with biscuits.

Though The Little Next Door isn't new, it's newly busy. The strong espresso and semi-private dog-friendly patio is perfect for cooler weekend mornings. See also: hot servers.

Jeffrey Cerciello's impeccably stocked larder, bakery and restaurant serves up a pitch perfect brunch, right down to the nutty, buttery granola bits.

Chef Josef Centeno stretches his baco-wings to cover brunch too. His yeasted waffle and dry-cured ham plate are an excellent pair.

People describe the brunch here, a collaboration between Wolfgang Puck and Sherry Yard, as "epic." The classy yet casual dining room feels like it's in the middle of the woods, and the dishes sparkle.

Chef Jason Travi is putting out his spin on a New England-style brunch with lobster fritattas and his maple eggs, already a staple on the dinner menu. The Nutella French toast doesn't sound too bad, either.

The H + The H has reached a critical mass in popularity, and the biscuits are to blame. We recommend arriving early and often.

G&B at SQIRL is little more than a counter and a kitchen, but fans swear by the coffee and pastries and breads and spreads, which are all prepared right in front of your eyes.