For Brunch Cocktail Lovers: Martina

Martina, located in the Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis, has one of the best brunches in town along with some of the best brunch cocktails I've ever had. I have to say, this place (whether intentionally or not) was designed with an Instagrammer in mind. Their tiled bar is in the center of the restaurant, and their cocktails are some of the most creative and beautiful I've seen in Minneapolis. It's a great spot for a group brunch so everyone can try multiple dishes. You must order the cheeseburger (that's not a suggestion, it's a requirement) along with a side or two of their potato churros. Martina's crab carbonara and lobster toast are also fabulous. If you plan to go, make a reservation in advance because it seems almost everyone has caught onto the magic that is Martina.

For a Classic and Classy Brunch: Kenwood Restaurant

Kenwood is a staple neighborhood restaurant. The Minneapolis restaurant fills with sunlight that reflects beautifully on the leather furniture and gorgeous artwork. The food is upscale but not pretentious, and the service is always impeccable. I almost always order their Huevos Rancheros as the dish is gorgeous and delicious. I love to get here on the earlier side of a Saturday morning, order a coffee to enjoy with a slice of coffee cake, and then order my Huevos Rancheros of course. It's a great place to take parents who are in town for the weekend or the foodie friend you've been trying to impress.

For a Classic, Dive Bar Brunch: Cuzzy’s

Hear me out. Cuzzy’s has one of THE best classic breakfasts / brunches in the Twin Cities. It’s unassuming and sometimes has traces of the many patrons who drank beer inside the night before, but the brunch food is some the most classic around. In warmer months, you can sit on the patio and enjoy a bloody mary while you wait for your egg, meat, toast, and hashbrown plate. Don’t knock it until you try it!

For A Quick and Easy Brunch: Rise Bagel Co.

Minneapolis has shortage of great, authentic bagel spots. Rise Bagel Co. helps improve this problem. This place was much anticipated (I was basically counting down the days until it opened) and it did not disappoint. Their bagels are boiled, topped on both sides (game changer), and baked, which results in chewy and crispy bagels. The shop is owned by two fabulous sisters, Jen and Kate, who made it a mission to taste test bagels from the poster children of bagel cities (Montreal, New York City, etc.) They came back to Minneapolis afterward to open Rise, and everyone in the city is so glad they did. There are plenty of places to sit and relax in the order-at-the-counter space, but it's also a great place to grab brunch and go.

For the Latin Food Brunch Lover: Hola Arepa

Hola Arepa serves flavorful Latin food in a vibrant atmosphere – and they do brunch! They specialize in arepas, which are cornmeal cakes stuffed with delicious fillings such as Spanish sausage, sweet plantains, beans, and spicy sauces. Try their arepas benedict with sausage, poached eggs, spicy hollandaise, and other unique fillings. Don’t forget to order one of their brunch cocktails – they have some of the best in Minneapolis!

For a True Nordic Brunch: Tullibee

Tullibee is located on the main floor of the Hewing Hotel in Downtown Minneapolis, a space that looks like the cover of an interior design magazine. It attracts trendy North Loopians who are looking for elevated Scandinavian food. I could totally live in the lobby of the Hewing and be happy. It's brown leather couches and squishy pillows alongside their dining tables make it super cozy and a great spot for a coffee date. The brunch menu has a great variety of healthy, hearty, and unique items including steel cut oatmeal, brisket hash, and cured salmon toast.

For Hungover Brunch: Nolo’s Kitchen

One of my go-to hangover brunches is the breakfast fried rice at Nolo’s Kitchen. The rice is fried up with soft scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, and yum yum sauce. Pair this with a bloody mary and you have a perfect pre-Saturday nap meal. They also have a variety of other great options for brunch – including woodfired pizzas and cinnamon sticky buns.

For Fancy-Impress-Your-Parents Kind of Brunch: Spoon & Stable

Many know Spoon & Stable as a dinner and drinks spot, but they do in fact have some of the best Sunday brunch in the Twin Cities. It’s the type of place you would get a little dressed up with your girlfriends or take your parents to celebrate something fun. Their menu changes frequently, but you can expect a unique twist on brunch classics – a crispy chicken burger with onion bacon jam, French toast with foie gras, and ropa vieja with a fried egg.