Looking for the perfect brunch spot this weekend? Check out these six Cortland County eateries, where the crisp waffles, runny eggs and funky breakfast fusions are plentiful, and the cocktails are sure to make your weekend just a little bit brighter.
Nosh: I have four words for you. Bananas Fosters French Toast. New Orleans tradition of a brown butter banana rum sauce over French toast topped with French vanilla ice cream will transport you to warmer climates. If savory is more your style, consider breakfast tacos. Choose from New Yorker, Philly, Arnold, The Porker, Tricky Pig or The Norm. Quirky topping and unusual flavors bring a little excitement to your breakfast plate.
Sips: Build your own flight! Choose any four, of their signature boozy coffees, hot cocoas, or mimosas for the perfect sipping sampler.
THE EXCHANGE RESTAURANT & BAKERY
Nosh: Brunch is far from boring at the Exchange. The Shakshouka Skillet is guaranteed to shake things up in your morning routine. This Mediterranean staple is sure to spice things up with three eggs poached in zippy tomato sauce with sauteed onions and peppers, topped with fresh feta and finished with a dollop of Greek yogurt. Served with warm toast for scooping up every last bit, this dish will wake up your taste buds!
Sips: Nothing wakes you up quite like an Irish Coffee. This classic cocktail of sweetened coffee, Irish whiskey, and whipped cream is hard to beat.
Nosh: Classic breakfast fare with a Brix twist, their take on the southern chicken and waffles hits the spot! Boneless Nashville hot chicken, fresh green onion and maple syrup, stuffed between two golden waffles and topped with a sunny-side-up egg is both sweet and savory. If pizza is more your thing, try their Mourning Pie. Oven-baked pizza topped with tater tots, eggs, garlic, bacon, cheddar jack, mozzarella, chives, and siracha catchup, it's sure to cure what ails you.
Sips: Channel your inner Bond with an Espresso Martini made with vanilla vodka, house-made cold brew espresso, and Bailey's- shaken, not stirred.
Nosh: Start your day with a little Breakfast Poutine! Breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, all smothered in a rich hollandaise sauce. Searching for something a little more classic? Opt for the Mountain Waffles. Two perfectly crisp, Belgian Liege waffles, topped with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles served with your choice bacon or sausage.
Sips: You can't go wrong with the quintessential mimosa, bubbles always brighten the mood.
Nosh: If you're in the mood for light brunch, Bru is the place. Get your veggies in with Bru's breakfast flatbread. Topped with eggs, sausage, broccoli, onion, tomato, and mozzarella, you'll feel better about the freshly baked scone that I'm sure you'll be enjoying for dessert. Their menu even boasts the new millennial classic- avocado toast, smashed to order and topped with tomatoes.
Sips: Bru's beer selection isn't without a sense of humor. Ever rotating, there is bound to be the perfect breakfast-inspired pint to compliment your meal.
Nosh: You don't have to wait until the weekend for brunch at Veracruzana. Bring a little excitement to your brunch order with a plate of Chilaquiles con Huevos. Served with 2 sunny side up eggs with a side of Chilaquiles with onions, sour cream, queso fresca & green salsa. It is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Or, try their take on the classic Huevos Rancheros, served with two eggs swimming in homemade ranchero sauce, rice, beans and warm tortillas. We recommend adding a side of avocado to take it to the next level.
Sips: Breakfast Sangria. Need we say more?
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