Get Your Brunch On

Seattle Southside's Top Brunch Spots

Brunch is always a good idea, whether you’re visiting from out of town, celebrating a momentous occasion, or just want a special dining experience for a leisurely weekend.

We're spoiled with delicious brunch options, from innovative Filipino fusion food to farm-to-table fare for serious foodies to classic diner staples. Below are a few of the best brunches in Seattle Southside.

Copperleaf Restaurant
Neighborhood Cafe
13 Coins
Creole Soul
Alina's Cafe
Tuscany at Des Moines Creek
Aqua Terra
Billy Baroo's
Lucky Liquor Tavern
The Cheesecake Factory
Pancake Chef
Honorable Mentions

Copperleaf Restaurant

Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar makes brunch into an art form. This farm-to-table restaurant on the tranquil grounds of Cedarbrook Lodge serves breakfast classics made with the highest-quality ingredients and herbs from the onsite Chef's Garden. Enjoy elevated dishes like a smoked salmon scramble with goat cheese, potato rissole, and harissa aioli. Pair your meal with a fresh salad or baked good with house-made honey butter, then browse the extensive bar menu for specialty seasonal cocktails, wine, and NA beverages.

The brunch menu is available daily.

Neighborhood Cafe

Neighborhood Cafe in Tukwila offers a truly unique, Filipino-inspired brunch menu, with dishes and beverages you won't find anywhere else. Indulge in dishes like a banana bread French toast with caramelized bananas, a butter ube biscuit topped with longanisa sausage gravy, or a breakfast burrito made with house-made pork longanisa or lechon (crispy pork belly). And if you like lumpia (crispy, fried Filipino spring rolls), try the fried lumpia balls, which are rolled in thin strips of lumpia, making every bite extra crunchy. Complete your meal with one of the inspired beverage flavors, or try a coffee or matcha flight to sample four different drinks!

The full menu is available all day during business hours, with a special brunch tower available on Sundays. The cafe also hosts DJ'd events, "Sweet Thang Sundays," so keep an eye on its social media pages for upcoming dates!

13 Coins

If all-day breakfast is music to your ears, 13 Coins in SeaTac is calling your name. This iconic establishment has an upscale diner vibe with a touch of old-school glam, and the menu delivers crowd-pleasers like Dungeness crab Benedict, Belgian waffle loaded with berries and whipped cream, and massive, made-to-order omelets. The cocktail menu includes specialty brunch drinks like the Breakfast at Tiffany's, made with citrus and rose flavors. Located minutes from the airport, it's a great choice before or after a flight (though it's worth checking out any time)!

Creole Soul

Creole Soul brings the bold flavors of New Orleans straight to the heart of Des Moines, thanks to its owner, Hampton Isom—a Louisiana native who cooks every dish himself using authentic ingredients shipped directly from the bayou. On Sundays, the cozy spot transforms into a festive brunch destination, complete with homemade quiche, fresh-baked beignets, and a full bar. Don’t miss the “Gator Mary,” a spicy Bloody Mary topped with a crispy fried alligator garnish that's as memorable as it sounds.

Note: This business is 21+ and brunch is only on Sundays.

Alina's Cafe

Alina’s Café in Des Moines is a warm, inviting spot where breakfast is served all day. Post up in a booth, order a mimosa or sake Bloody Mary and Staples and order one of the unique dishes, like mac-n-cheese served with candied bacon crust and fried eggs, or baked eggs in a cute terrine. For a lighter start, try a yogurt parfait with maple pecan granola, or avocado toast and eggs on housemade bread. The restaurant is also loved for its homemade pies—available in flavors like pumpkin, cherry, caramel pecan, and chocolate cream.​

Jamar's Sports Bar & Grill

There's always a party at Jamar’s Sports Bar & Grill in Des Moines, and Sunday brunch is no exception. The brunch menu features Southern-inspired comfort food, including creamy grits with shrimp or catfish and a Cajun sauce and a chicken and waffle breakfast sandwich. For those with a sweet tooth, there are funnel cakes in flavors like Nutella bacon and strawberry banana.​ The full bar serves an extensive selection of beers, wines, and specialty cocktails, making it an ideal spot for a casual breakfast or spirited game-day gatherings.​

Tuscany at Des Moines Creek

Tuscany at Des Moines Creek is a local favorite for both everyday breakfast and special occasions, as it often hosts festive brunch buffets for holidays like Easter and Mother's Day. The owner has been running this cozy neighborhood spot for over 18 years, and can nearly always be seen working there. Enjoy hearty breakfast staples, homemade pies, pasta, and Northwest-inspired dishes. Popular dishes include the shrimp omelet with hollandaise and the Devonshire pie. There's also a full bar, so you can enjoy a mimosa or Bloody Mary with your meal. As a bonus, there's outdoor seating for sunny days!

Brunch is served Sunday-Tuesday (closed Mondays).

Aqua Terra

Aqua Terra inside the Seattle Airport Marriott offers fresh takes on Pacific Northwest classics inspired by land and sea. This spacious, comfortable hotel feels far away from the city, though it's only a stone's throw from the airport. The menu includes classic dishes like Eggs Benedict, "Crunchy French Toast," and an assortment of omelettes. Pair your meal with a mimosa or cocktail for a festive vibe.

Brunch is available daily.

Billy Baroo's

Start your golf day (or any day!) off right at Billy Baroo's Smokehouse & Bar, located at Foster Golf Links, a century-old public golf course in Tukwila. On warm days, you can sit on the patio, which overlooks the serene course. (Large windows make for great views when you dine indoors). On Saturdays and Sundays, this BBQ spot serves delicious brunch dishes, like an Eggs Benedict with brisket. There's a full bar, too, so you'll have no shortage of libations.

Lucky Liquor Tavern

While Lucky Liquor is primarily known as a local watering hole and concert venue, this down-to-earth dive bar also has a great brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. It's the perfect spot for when you want to roll up in jeans and a hoodie and fill up on breakfast tacos, a chorizo scramble, or prime rib hash. And it goes out with saying the drinks are great.

The Cheesecake Factory

While The Cheesecake Factory is known for their huge menu all the time, their weekends turn it up a notch with brunch. Feast on bacon and avocado Benedict, chicken & waffles, and cinnamon roll pancakes. Plus you can always get a big slice of cheesecake for dessert. Wash it down with their famous peach bellini and you're sure to walk away satisfied.

More Breakfast Spots

The following restaurants don't have booze, but they're beloved by locals for their hearty, comforting breakfast fare.

Pancake Chef

Kick off your morning with a hearty breakfast at Pancake Chef, a nostalgic old-school diner in SeaTac. Since 1959, this cozy spot has served generous portions of classic breakfast fare—fluffy pancakes, sizzling bacon, savory omelets, and bottomless coffee. Then there's the specialty: giant German Pancakes (Dutch babies), oven-baked to golden perfection and served with powdered sugar, lemon, or fruit. It's super family-friendly, and also serves breakfast all day.

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  • Jack's Country Restaurant is a great spot for a country-style breakfast, with hearty portions and homey flavors.
  • Jony's exclusively serves breakfast and lunch (just note it does not serve alcohol).
  • IHOP (with locations in both SeaTac and at Southcenter) is a well-known breakfast chain.
  • Patty's Eggnest is a local chain serving huge portions of delicious breakfast eats

Great Hotel Breakfasts:

Flying out of SEA Airport? Check out Cafe Floret, located beyond the security checkpoint, for vibrant vegetarian breakfast fare.

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