Where To Find Brunch in New Hampshire
There's nothing like brunch on the weekend. Here are some must-try brunch spots from all across New Hampshire
Sizzling bacon, aromatic coffee, pancakes stacked a mile high… we’re getting hungry just thinking about it. In our not-so-humble opinion, there’s nothing better than brunch. We believe that breakfast foods are meant to be enjoyed at any time of day, and brunch does just that. With something for everyone to enjoy, brunch has it all. Here are some brunch spots from all over New Hampshire that you should try the next time the brunch mood strikes.
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Multiple Locations
The Friendly Toast, Portsmouth & Bedford
Unique and fun, the Friendly Toast offers all day brunch, and has gluten-free options, so everyone in your party can enjoy a delicious meal.
The Goat, Portsmouth, Hampton & Manchester
On weekends in Portsmouth and Hampton, you can enjoy brunch all day at your favorite country bar!
Popovers on the Square, Portsmouth & Epping
Enjoy all day brunch in the heart of downtown Portsmouth and in Epping’s Brickyard Square on weekends. While you’re there, make sure to order their namesake popover- this savory, eggy pastry, topped with Popover’s famous maple butter makes for a mouthwatering combination that you’ll instantly fall in love with.
Tucker’s, Dover, Bedford, Concord, Hooksett, Merrimack & New London (Newington location opening in Fall 2025)
With locally sourced ingredients, Tucker’s is a local favorite for a reason. With locations all over the state, you can enjoy a fresh and local breakfast at any time of day.
The Red Arrow Diner, Manchester, Concord, Londonderry & Nashua
A classic for a reason, the Red Arrow Diner is the ultimate brunch spot for breakfast lovers. Their entire menu is centered around breakfast, so you know you can enjoy a delicious meal. Plus, they’re open 24 hours a day.
Seacoast:
The Old Salt & Lamies Inn, Hampton
Every Sunday, you can enjoy a renowned brunch buffet that features a wide selection of breakfast and lunch entrees, pastries, muffins, and omelette station, rotating entrees and a spectacular dessert variety.
The Country View Restaurant, Greenland
With the promise of a warm welcome, this cozy, family friendly is the perfect spot to enjoy delicious brunch.
The Roundabout Diner, Portsmouth
The Roundabout Diner offers your favorite, time honored classics with a twist. With breakfast all day, and locally sourced ingredients, the Roundabout Diner is a must stop breakfast spot.
The Wilder, Portsmouth
With $10 brunch cocktails, and plenty of gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options, weekends at this gastropub in the heart of downtown Portsmouth are the place to be.
Cafè Espresso, Portsmouth
This beloved cafè has been a part of the Portsmouth brunch scene for decades. With a hallmarked breakfast menu, and an all new lunch menu, you’ll have to stop in to see why Cafè Espresso is a fan favorite among locals.
The Golden Egg, Portsmouth
The recently reincarnated Golden Egg Diner has risen like a phoenix, and been lovingly restored under its new ownership. In its new location, you can expect the same delicious brunch and signature staples, with expanded seating and hours!
The Airfield Cafe, North Hampton
Enjoy all day breakfast on the tarmac! Since 1996, the Airfield Cafe has been dishing up delicious breakfasts with an exciting view. You’ll love watching planes touch down and take off on the tarmac, with model planes soaring overhead.
Merrimack Valley:
The D.W. Diner, Merrimack
With a passion for delicious food, and locally sourced ingredients, your tastebuds will love the D.W. Diner
The Purple Finch Cafe, Bedford
Offering food for every mood, the Purple Finch Cafe offers a wide range of breakfast offerings. Whether you’re looking for avocado toast, or an award winning waffle, they’ve got you covered.
The Copper Door, Bedford
Every Sunday, you can count on the Copper Door’s brunch. With a brunch menu for both kids and adults, the whole family is sure to enjoy their meal.
The Foundry, Manchester
Enjoy your Sunday brunch on the riverside! This delicious all-you-care-to-eat buffet in the heart of Manchester will keep you coming back week after week.
Intrevale farm Pancake House, Henniker
Enjoy pancakes, waffles, eggs and more at this locally loved location. Plus, your meal will be drizzled in their house made maple syrup!
Monadnock Region:
Barn and Thistle, Westermoreland
Feel the magic at this family owned farm and eatery! Enjoy their daily morning menu, with fresh seasonal offerings, and beloved classics.
The Stage, Keene
Every Sunday from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., you can enjoy The Stage’s delicious brunch menu. This menu has everything from brunch classics, exciting twists and new flavors.
The Optimist Cafe, Jaffery
Since 2022, it’s breakfast all day at The Optimist Cafe. If you love bagel sandwiches, this cafe is a must-try spot. Artistic, delicious and exciting, these sandwiches are packed with flavor.
The Hilltop Cafe, Wilton
This family owned cafe is fiercely dedicated to serving you fresh and delicious meals. Their menu includes Peruvian delicacies, like llapingachos and huevos rancheros, along with twists on your favorites, like lemon berry French toast and a paella breakfast bowl.
The Dinner Table, Swanzey
You can enjoy a full menu of breakfast and brunch selections at this cozy Swanzey staple.
Lakes Region:
M/S Mt. Washington, Alton Bay
Enjoy a bountiful brunch buffet and light entertainment on a leisurely tour of Southern Winnipesaukee on a Sunday Brunch Cruise.
Ames Farm Inn, Gilford
Enjoy a delicious breakfast with breathtaking views from June to October. With delicious NH maple syrup on blueberry pancakes, and a lush lawn full of games, it’s the perfect spot to spend a Sunday.
70 North Kitchen and Market, Laconia
From 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., you can enjoy cinnamon swirl French toast, blueberry lemon ricotta pancakes and so much more! In the mood to try something different? 70 North offers a breakfast flatbread, that includes crumbled bacon, smoked cheddar, scrambled eggs, baby salad greens, and sliced avocado.
Country Cook’n Restaurants, Various Locations
Four restaurants in the heart of New Hampshire, all with delicious country cooking and breakfast options!
The Breeze, Gilford
Enjoy brunch specials all Sunday morning, coupled with specialty cocktails and a limited menu.
Dartmouth/ Sunapee:
Pine Restaurant, Hanover
Weekends at Pine mean one thing: delicious brunch. With sharables, small plates, hearty meals and more, Pine has something for everyone in your party to enjoy.
Millstone at 74 Main, New London
Millstone at 74 Main has gone though several name changes in its time, but its location is part of New London’s dining tradition. Brunch on Sunday offers breakfast classics, along with refreshing new flavors.
The Bend at Sugar River, Sunapee
Breakfast at The Bend at Sugar River is fun and fresh. They 0ffer relaxed breakfast classics, like breakfast sandwiches, pastries and parfait, along with fun flavors, like their house made Sugar River Sticks, which are roasted French toast sticks tossed in vanilla cinnamon sugar and topped with Harding Hill maple syrup.
Blue Loon Bakery, New London
Blue Loon Bakery bakes fresh bread, pastries and more from scratch every day. While you’re stocking up on your fresh bread, make sure you sit down and enjoy one of their breakfast offerings.
Lou’s Restaurant, Hanover
A beloved local hangout, Lou’s offers a breakfast menu that you won’t want to miss. They have everything from omelettes, to cruller French toast, to frozen custard.
White Mountains/ Great North Woods
Polly’s Pancake Parlor, Sugar Hill
For 85 years, Polly’s Pancake Parlor has been flipping flapjacks in scenic Sugar Hill. They’re busy and beloved for a reason- with build-your-own pancakes, you can create something new every time you visit.
Wilderness Restaurant, Colebrook
Starting bright and early at 5 a.m., you can enjoy a deliciously hearty breakfast at Wilderness. Start your day off right with a silver dollar pancake skewer or a breakfast meal combo!
White Mountain Hotel and Resort, North Conway
Every Sunday, you can enjoy a full brunch buffet, while taking in the breathtaking views of the White Mountains.
Woodstock Inn Brewery, North Woodstock
The Woodstock Inn Brewery wants you to “come hungry,” and they mean it. Their breakfast menu is extensive, and every breakfast entree is served with sticky buns, home fries, fresh ground coffee, juice and toast. This menu is also a waffle lover’s dream!
Sweet Maple Cafe, Conway
You can taste the love baked into every bite at this cozy cafe. With breakfast classics, like pancakes and breakfast burritos, and delicious coffee, you’ll become a regular at Sweet Maple Cafe in no time.
