Spoiler Alert: You won’t find a traditional diner or breakfast joint on this list.
There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to brunching in Winston-Salem. Sure, we have your traditional diners and breakfast joints, but the weekend brunch scene is abundant and full of unique options if you know where to go. Whether you’re in the mood for traditional Southern fare, a Southwestern twist, or a European-inspired meal, these hidden gems will satisfy your brunch cravings. So, next time you’re planning a weekend brunch outing in Winston-Salem, consider trying one of these unexpected spots.
The Porch Kitchen and Cantina
Location: 840 Mill Works St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Saturday Brunch Hours: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sunday Brunch Hours: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Unexpected Factor: The Porch is a fun and casual setting for a Southwestern twist on brunch. Their Sunday brunch menu is more extensive than their Saturday brunch features, but both feature breakfast tacos and Classic Porch Mimosas!
Tanglewood Pizza Company
Location: 5539 US-158, Advance, NC 27006
Sunday Brunch: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Unexpected Factor: Located in nearby Advance, Tanglewood Pizza Company offers a casual and family-friendly brunch experience focusing on artisanal pizzas and creative toppings. Their brunch menu includes unique items like breakfast pizza and mimosa flights with your choice of juices.
The Katharine Brasserie & Bar
Location: 401 N Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Saturday and Sunday Brunch Hours: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Unexpected Factor: Located in the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel, The Katharine Brasserie & Bar offers a chic, French-inspired brunch in an elegant setting. Enjoy classics like croque monsieur (a French ham and cheese sandwich) and quiche florentine (spinach, mushrooms, and gruyère quice). The sophisticated ambiance and service make it ideal for a special brunch outing.
Penny Path Café & Crêpe Shop
Location: 122 Reynolda Village Way, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
Hours: Open every day from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Unexpected Factor: Head to Penny Path Café & Crêpe Shop in Reynolda Village for a European brunch. This charming spot offers sweet and savory crêpes, perfect for a leisurely brunch. Enjoy their outdoor patio seating or perch at the bar, and watch the staff make your delicious crêpe.
Nawab Indian Cuisine
Location: 129 S Stratford Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27104
Sunday Brunch Buffet: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Unexpected Factor: Nawab’s Indian cuisine brings an exotic twist to brunch with complementary bottomless mimosas. The Sunday brunch buffet features a variety of traditional Indian dishes such as vegetable korma, curries, tandoori entrees, and freshly baked naan. It’s a flavorful and aromatic alternative to your conventional brunch fare.
6th and Vine Restaurant and Wine Bar
Location: 209 W 6th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Sunday Brunch: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Unexpected Factor: 6th and Vine offers a sophisticated brunch experience with a diverse menu featuring options like deviled eggs, crab and tomato omelet, smoked salmon and artichoke omelet, biscuits with creamed spinach gravy, and beef carnitas. The art-filled, cozy setting makes it a stylish spot for brunch. Its fusion of upscale dining and relaxed atmosphere gives 6th and Vine a distinctive charm that’s hard to mimic.
