Thanks to all the UC-MacKid subscribers who helped round up this foolproof list of recommendations without ever crossing the Union County line! Support local, and keep your tax dollars where you live, work, and play. **Most of these Brunch rec’s include outdoor seating for those of you like myself who prefer dining al fresco on a beautiful day!
JG’s Chophouse – Matthews, NC — Seafood & Steakhouse — offering unique menu items like Craw-Puppies; Crawfish meat hush-puppy style served with creole mustard. Corn- Meal Crusted Oysters; fresh oysters dredged in cornmeal mixture served with black bean, corn salsa, and jalapeno ranch drizzle. Sundays, 10AM-2PM, they offer a Brunch Buffet, $5 Bloody & Mimosas Bar. ** Large outdoor patio, and live music/events on certain days. So check out the link for their facebook page. The Chargrilled Jalepeno Pimento Cheese stuffed Oysters are fantastic!
The Trail House – Indian Trail, NC — Bar & Grill — Offering, a Brunch Buffet, 10 AM-3 PM, complete with Meat Carving station for $14.95 for adults, and $7.95 for kids. $3 Mimosas, $12 Mimosa Carafes, and $4 Bloody’s. Make sure you’re following them on Facebook so you can plan a fun night out for one of their special events on the calendar!! Trail House offers; Bingo, karaoke, live music, large patio with **outdoor seating, and space for cornhole tourney’s, and is a great place to grab some wings, and catch up with friends for a Panthers game on the big screen!!
Saveeda’s American Bistro – Wesley Chapel, NC — Sunday Brunch, 10:30 AM-2:30 PM; Benedicts, Omelets, Waffles, Breakfast plates, and Kids options available. $5 Bloody’s & Mimosas. **Patio reservations accepted by calling 704-843-2420. Conveniently located in the Wesley Chapel, Harris Teeter.
Bistro D’ Antonio – Waxhaw, NC — Sunday Brunch, 10 AM-3 PM; features Ribeye & Eggs, Chicken & Waffles, Lox, Crabcake Benedict, and Kid’s Brunch Menu available.
John’s Place (Not to be confused with Mario’s Italian Restaurant) – Matthews, NC — Sunday Brunch, 10 AM – 2 PM; Donut Holes, “Only on Sunday” Chicken Sandwich, Bourbon Street Marconi & Cheese with blackened shrimp, bacon, shallots, roasted peppers, and cheddar.
Provision’s — Waxhaw, NC — Specialty grocery store, Restaurant & Sandwich shop — Shop local farmers / vendors & Brunch in charming downtown Waxhaw. Open daily, and serving breakfast & lunch, 9 AM – 3 PM. Provisions does not technically have a Brunch Menu, but they offer; Quiches, A la carte breakfast options, and a “Kidlets” Menu. Walk over the bridge to Dream Catchers Brewery afterwards for their Sunday Mimosa Special!
Hilltop Fishfare & Steakhouse — Monroe, NC at the Hwy 74 & 601 South junction — The Raw Bar tucked away downstairs is our personal favorite watering hole in town. Ask for Scott behind the bar in the Raw Bar, and tell him, Mark & Johnnie sent ya! Brunch is buffet style, and for special occasions like Easter & Mother’s Day they offer a Meat carving station, Menu, and kitchen items are always available. Reservations are recommended for special Brunches by calling 704-289-3733.
Emmet’s Social Table — Waxhaw, NC — Located in Waxhaw’s Historic Mill at The Mill on Main. For Brunch, try a Moonshine Margarita, a little something different than the traditional Bloody’s & Mimosas they also offer; Shareable plates like Fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese, and zesty sauce, Oyster sliders, or the creative Poke-Avocado entree. You’ll love the history, and early 20th century-vibe. **Outdoor seating, and firepits for those Brunches that turn into Brinner.
It would be remiss of me if I did not share, Treehouse Vineyards in Monroe, NC, as part of this round up. They are hosting a “Queen for a Day” Mother’s Day Brunch, Thursday, May 10th, from 11 AM – 1 PM for $30. Wine from the vines, music, and breakfast buffet provided by Kate Clyde’s Catered Creations. Call to order your tickets, 704-283-4208.
Cheers!!!
