Did someone say brunch? Brunch is a foodie favorite generally enjoyed between the hours of 11am-3pm. The beauty of brunch lies in the ability to enjoy it as a late breakfast or an early lunch; the possibilities are endless! There are many fantastic places to brunch in Berks. Here are eight to get you started.
Bistro 614
At Bistro 614 you can order unlimited mimosas for $10. What’s brunch without mimosas? A cool $10 deal earns you your choice of mimosas, poinsettias or sparking sun rises. At Bistro 614, each dish is specially prepared for each guest. Variety is the name of the game on the menu. Order anything from a smoked salmon sandwich to a French bake with cinnamon butter. Brunch is served on Saturdays & Sundays from 11am until 2pm.
614 Penn Avenue, West Reading | 610.375.9900 | bistro614.com
TomCat Café
With a menu that is nothing short of spectacular, the Tomcat Café recently earned “Best Breakfast in Berks County” honors and serves up a variety of options suitable for nearly every craving. Want something savory? Build your own omelet or scramble. Want something sweet? Try a custom French toast or a short stack order sure to please any sweet tooth. The café is open Monday through Friday, 8am-2pm, and Saturdays & Sundays, 8am-1pm.
3998 Penn Avenue, Sinking Spring | 610.678.1098 | tomcatcafe.com
The Hitching Post
Head here for a beautiful brunch featuring a buffet. An a la carte option is also offered. Customize your brunch with their “create your own” Bloody Mary. Mimosas are also on the menu, of course. That’s not to say that The Hitching Post is not kid friendly; there is a “Little’s” menu as well that your kids will love. Brunch is offered on Sundays from 10am until 1:30pm.
2747 Bernville Rd., Leesport | 484.671.2347 | thehitchingpostpa.com
Say Cheese!
Did someone say breakfast burgers? Get that, Fried Chicken & a Biscuit, Stuffed French Toast or the unique Peaches & Cream Omelet on Sundays at Say Cheese! More lunch-leaning options include Braised Lamb Focaccia, Guacamole Grilled Cheese and the 6-Cheese Mac & Cheese. Combos are also offered. Plus, a little shopping in the café after a meal is always fun. Brunch is served from 9am until 3pm.
600 Penn Avenue, West Reading | 610.406.5390 | saycheese-restaurant.com
Beverly Hills Tavern.
That’s right, you can spend Sunday morning at the beach enjoying mimosas right here in Berks County! Being buffet-style, your brunch lineup will offer endless variety and is accompanied by a carving station. There is an omelet station as well. Also available is a Bloody Mary Bar and bottomless mimosas for an additional charge. Brunch at Beverly Hills Tavern is served Sundays from 9am until 1pm in the tavern.
710 Old Fritztown Rd., Reading | 610.777.4516 | beverlyhillstavern.biz
Mangia.
Head to Mohnton for a Sunday brunch with a variety. Breakfast sandwiches, omelets, griddle specialties and Belgian waffles are among those items offered. Add sides like ham, bacon, scrapple, toast, cinnamon toast, bagels and hash browns. Don’t miss out on Mangia’s “Good Morning” breakfast combos! Their complete menu is available for takeout, allowing for a great brunch in the comfort of your own home. Served on Sundays from 9am to Noon.
322 E Wyomissing Avenue, Mohnton | 610.777.6626 | mangiaitalianrestaurant.com
Exeter Family Restaurant
The Best of Berks multi-time award-winner offers breakfast 24 hours a day, but also serves up breakfast specials with yummy options like Banana Nutella Pancakes, Donut French Toast, a Breakfast Taco Flatbread and traditional favorites like the two-egg omelet of the day from 4-11am Monday through Friday. They’re always switching things up and keeping it fresh. They like to say, “Brunch so hard, you wanna mimosa.” We agree!
4800 Perkiomen Avenue, Reading | 610.370.5131 | exeterfamilyrestaurant.com
Fields Kitchen & Bar by ViVA and Castle Pub by ViVA.
Both locations offer enchanting brunch drink menus. Order a Bloody Mary, Champagne Sparkler or hot fresh-brewed coffee with your choice of liqueur. At Fields Kitchen & Bar, go small with a Pecan Sticky Bun or a bit larger with a Quiche of the Day or a Build-Your-Own Omelet. You will never leave hungry! Castle Pub by ViVA serves a pub-style breakfast featuring free-range and farm-raised-eggs made to your liking. Brunch is served on Sundays from 11am until 2pm.
Fields Kitchen & Bar by ViVA, 901 Hill Avenue & N. Park Road, Wyomissing | 610.685.5299 | fieldskitchen.com; Castle Pub by ViVA, 5311 Perkiomen Avenue, Reading | 610.779.1000 | vivacastlepub.com
