A lot this past year has been canceled, but not brunch. And while we might be biased, we believe coffee is key to starting your day, especially on the weekend. Especially when paired with innovative and classic dishes crafted by Charlotte chefs. Here are seven places to brunch with Enderly Coffee Co. selections in Charlotte, plus what to consider ordering.
1) ROOTS
Roots is a cafe in South End that emphasizes plates filled with locally sourced ingredients.
The coffee situation: Take advantage of the full espresso bar with your morning meal.
What to order with your coffee: Whipped Ricotta Toast featuring a sliced, toasted French baguette and whipped ricotta, spiced honey and orange zest. For something savory, try the Goat Cheese Grit Bowl with fried egg, parmesan, bacon and roasted red peppers.
One of Camp North End’s latest additions, this Southern-inspired juke joint offers dishes that are made for the soul, from the heart and from locally sourced ingredients.
The coffee situation: Order a French press of the Enderly Holiday Blend while you can.
What to order with your coffee: Poor or Rich, complete with grains, brown-sugar roasted squash, oat milk, and sweet and sour apples, or the Coo Coo for Cocoa Gravy, featuring a sweet potato biscuit, carrot escabeche and andouille sausage cocoa gravy.
3) Alchemy
This artistic, vegetarian-focused restaurant in South End is affiliated with popular artist and coworking space C3 Lab.
The coffee situation: Indulge in the full espresso bar.
What to order with your coffee: Vegan Scrambled Eggs with seitan, considered by Alchemy to be the breakfast of champions for vegans, according to their instagram. There’s also the elegant plating of Japanese Pancakes to consider.
4) Dish
It’s easy to find Southern comfort food in Plaza Midwood – if you come here. And since Sammy’s closed on Pecan due to redevelopment, Dish is open for breakfast hours during the week to keep the nostalgia of Sammy’s alive while serving with their staff.
The coffee situation: Get a cup of our State Street Blend all day.
What to order with your coffee: On the breakfast or brunch menu, try the Carolina Country Breakfast with two eggs your way, hash browns, bacon and a biscuit. Or, try the Breakfast Bowl loaded with grits, scrambled eggs, shredded cheese, soysage and a biscuit.
This newer South Park spot serves heart-warming meals that are inspired by classic Italian-American recipes. And yes, brunch is a thing here.
The coffee situation: Sip on Direct Trade Guatemala from the Leiva's Family.
What to order with your coffee: Go for the Spinach and Prosciutto Quiche made with eggs, prosciutto, oven-dried tomatoes, spinach, onion, gruyere, asiago, parmesan and, of course, a flaky crust with a green salad. If you’re in a sweeter mood, aim for the Giant Cinnamon Roll with cream cheese frosting.
6) Bottle Tree
Nestled in Belmont, NC, this hip spot serves globally inspired dishes that include seasonal Southern ingredients.
The coffee situation: Explore a variety of coffees and methods, from French press to drip to Vietnamese.
What to order with your coffee: It’s quirky, but creative – the Brisket Ramen with Shoyu-style broth, seven-minute egg, red onions and greens, plus a vegan option. Don’t overlook the Baked Coconut French Toast either, with rum barrel maple syrup, mixed berries and a flourish of whipped cream.
7) Legion Brewing - South Park
While this family-friendly brewery may be best-known for their Juicy Jay East Coast IPA, their brunch menu at their SouthPark location is just as tempting.
The coffee situation: Wake up with Guatemala coffee from Finca Medina farm, this is the farm that the Enderly team got to visit in person back in 2019. They are Rainforest Alliance Certified and doing some amazing work!
What to order with your coffee: An ode to the Juicy Jay, of course. Try the Juicy Jay Chicken Breakfast Biscuit, a buttermilk biscuit with grilled chicken breast, Monterey Jack cheese, spicy honey, Juicy Jay slaw and eggs. Prefer a bowl of comfort? The Huevos Rancheros Breakfast
