Best Brunch at the Jersey Shore
From pancake houses to boozy brunches with ocean views, start your beach day the right way.
Find Your Brunch Vibe
Boozy Brunch
Mimosas, Bloody Marys, and creative cocktails
Try: Cross & Orange, Langosta Lounge, Toast
Classic Pancake House
Old-school breakfast diners with big portions
Try: Uncle Bill's, George's Place, The OB Diner
Oceanfront
Eat with a view of the water
Try: Langosta Lounge, Shutters, McLoone Pier House
Victorian Charm
Historic settings and garden seating
Try: Mad Batter, Blue Pig, Ebbitt Room
Top Brunch Spots
Cross & Orange
Asbury Park • Upscale Brunch
Serves Alcohol
Named Best Brunch in Central Jersey 2024. Creative menu, excellent cocktails, and beautiful presentation.
Must Try: Duck Fat Potatoes, Breakfast Burger
Reservations: Recommended
The Mad Batter
Cape May • Victorian Brunch
Serves Alcohol
Charming Victorian setting with a menu that mixes classic breakfast with creative twists. Garden seating available.
Must Try: Eggs Carroll, Stuffed French Toast
Reservations: Walk-in friendly
George's Place
Cape May • Classic Breakfast
No-frills Greek diner that locals swear by. Huge portions, reasonable prices, and friendly service.
Must Try: Greek Omelet, Blueberry Pancakes
Reservations: No - expect a wait
Toast
Asbury Park • Trendy Brunch
Serves Alcohol
Trendy spot with Instagram-worthy dishes. Known for creative benedicts and strong coffee.
Must Try: Any Benedict Variation, Avocado Toast
Reservations: No - first come first served
Uncle Bills Pancake House
Multiple Locations • Classic Pancake House
Shore institution with locations in LBI, Ocean City, and Cape May. Classic breakfast done right.
Must Try: Pecan Pancakes, Eggs Benedict
Reservations: No
Blue Pig Tavern
Cape May • Hotel Brunch
Serves Alcohol
Congress Hall iconic restaurant. Elegant brunch in a historic setting. BYOB.
Must Try: Crab Cake Benedict, Bloody Mary (bring your own vodka)
Reservations: Recommended for weekends
Langosta Lounge
Asbury Park • Beach Brunch
Serves Alcohol
Right on the boardwalk with ocean views. Latin-inspired brunch menu and creative cocktails.
Must Try: Huevos Rancheros, Churro French Toast
Reservations: Walk-in friendly
The Committed Pig
Manasquan • Breakfast Sandwiches
Famous for over-the-top breakfast sandwiches. Casual counter-service with big flavors.
Must Try: The Whole Hog, Pork Roll Egg & Cheese
Reservations: No
Shutters at the Banks
Long Branch • Upscale Brunch
Serves Alcohol
Elegant oceanfront dining with a refined brunch menu. Perfect for special occasions.
Must Try: Lobster Omelet, Champagne Brunch
Reservations: Required
Starving Artist
Ocean City • Eclectic Breakfast
Quirky decor, creative menu, and a loyal local following. Known for massive portions.
Must Try: Giant Cinnamon Bun, Breakfast Quesadilla
Reservations: No - expect a wait
Brunch Tips
Make Reservations
Popular spots book up, especially for groups of 4+. Call ahead for weekend brunch.
Go Early or Late
Peak brunch is 10am-12pm. Beat the crowds by arriving at 8am or after 1pm.
Check BYOB Status
Many shore brunch spots are BYOB. Bring champagne for DIY mimosas and save.
Bring Cash
Some classic diners are cash-only. Have backup just in case.
BYOB Brunch Hack
Many Jersey Shore brunch spots are BYOB. Pick up a bottle of champagne or prosecco and some orange juice for DIY mimosas at a fraction of restaurant prices.
Best BYOB brunch spots: Blue Pig Tavern, The Mad Batter, and many others. Check our BYOB guide for the full list.
Brunch by Region
North Shore (Monmouth)
Asbury Park leads the pack with trendy spots like Cross & Orange and Toast. Long Branch has upscale oceanfront options.
Explore Monmouth CountyCentral Shore (Ocean)
Point Pleasant and LBI have classic pancake houses. Manasquan offers The Committed Pig for breakfast sandwich lovers.
Explore Ocean CountySouth Shore (Cape May)
Cape May is brunch heaven with Victorian charm at Mad Batter and Blue Pig. Ocean City has Starving Artist and Uncle Bill's.
Explore Cape May CountyAtlantic City Area
Casino hotel brunches offer buffet options. Tony's Baltimore Grill is a 24-hour classic for late-night breakfast.
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