Brunch in Texas isn’t just a meal—it’s a way of life. Whether you’re digging into a towering stack of fluffy pancakes, savoring a bowl of creamy shrimp and grits, or sipping on a perfectly chilled margarita, the Lone Star State knows how to do brunch right. From cozy diners to buzzy hotspots, we’ve rounded up the best places across Texas to fuel your weekend with bold flavors and big bites. Let’s eat!
Wild Brunch at the Reserve Culinary Tavern / Lubbock
Dreaming of a heavenly breakfast or a hearty lunch? Make it an unforgettable brunch! Brought to Hub City by the team behind Gator’s Bayou, The Reserve Culinary Tavern is a sleek spot with a serious menu filled with fun twists on modern classics. The deep-fried bacon is irresistible and the glazed donut Nashville hot chicken, well, you gotta taste it to believe it. Crispy fried chicken drenched in hot sauce, topped with pickles and sandwiched between two glazed donuts – a decadent bite you won’t forget! Get the recipe right here.
It’s Brunch O’clock at Ellen’s / Dallas
At Ellen’s, the motto is “Grits Rule!” One bite of these creamy cheddar cheese grits with spicy Cajun blackened shrimp and you’ll be hooked. Not a morning person, no problem. At Ellen’s, brunch is served all day, every day. The blackened shrimp and grits is a must-try dish. Get the recipe right here!
James-Beard Award Winning Restaurant Hugo’s / Houston
Celebrating 20 years of serving up authentic Mexican dishes, Chef Hugo Ortega of his beloved namesake restaurant, Hugo’s, shares some of his signature recipes that have earned him a loyal following and a James Beard Award to boot! Hugo’s menu features Mexican food at its finest, from melt-in-your-mouth lamb Barbacoa to tender rabbit stew served in traditional garnachas (sweet potato masa cakes). Take it from our taste buds, you won’t be disappointed! Get the garnachas de tinga de conejo recipe right here!
Stacks on Stacks at Pecan Creek Grille / Houston
Pecan Creek Grille is one of the busiest breakfast joints in Houston, and for good reason! Their signature oversized buttermilk pancakes are loaded with whatever you’re craving: berries, pecans, granola—even bacon! The popular restaurant also has a long list of salads during lunch that are full of greens and chopped veggies. Get their homemade chorizo recipe right here! Or try their mouthwatering shrimp and grits recipe right here!
Taquila and Tacos at El Marisol / San Antonio
We wet our whistles with one of the best margaritas in San Antonio from El Mirasol. Pair that with homemade enchiladas smothered in a trifecta of spicy sauces and you’ve got a brunch worth talkin’ about! Get their sensational salsa verde recipe right here!
Experience American Classics at Lambeau’s America Kitchen & Taps / Dallas
Fantastic food, football, and good ol’ American pride—you’ll get all that and more at Lambeau’s America Kitchen & Taps in Highland Village. The American dream is alive and well at Lambeau’s, but food is the star of this show. Sink your teeth into Tennessee Fried Chicken, Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf, and Maryland-Style Crab Cakes topped with Jumbo Shrimp. And don’t miss the over-the-top fan favorite: Dallas Chicken-Fried Steak smothered in bacon-fat gravy! Get the recipe right here!
Diner Time at Phoebe’s / Austin
Nothing says Americana quite like a traditional diner… and we’ve found an Austin eatery so popular, some crowds wait as long as two and a half hours to get a table at this breakfast hot spot! At Phoebe’s Diner, you’ll fall in love with dish after dish… with fan-favorites like the Bananas Foster French Toast, coffee-rubbed Brisket Eggs Benedict drizzled with an espresso barbecue sauce, or the affectionately-titled Cheeky Monkey- a fresh take on a Scotch egg. Or try the spectacular Shrimp & Grits made with green chorizo featuring onion, mushrooms, corn, and goat cheese grits! Get the unforgettable recipe right here!
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