The sprawling city of Jacksonville, Florida, known as the "Hottest City in America," combines the coastal landscapes of northern Florida with a bustling downtown, one of the largest urban areas in the region. With a mild climate year-round, the city is known for its dining and nightlife. For those looking to cap the weekend, however, several establishments in Jacksonville are known for their Sunday brunches.
Jacksonville's Restaurant Orsay is a fine dining restaurant that offers both a dining room and lounge. It is also equipped to offer catering services and private dining. One of the hallmarks of the restaurant, however, its its brunch, which features an extensive menu from omelets and appetizers to homemade pastries, such as huckleberry scones, and a raw bar with oysters and shrimp. More specialized items include chicken and duck liver and duck pate. Entrees include Carolina trout, a bourbon-prepared french toast dish, hash made with duck meat and hanger steak. A selection of soups and sandwiches are also offered, as well as the restaurant's take on a traditional bloody Mary cocktail.
River City Brewing Company is a brewpub and restaurant that offers a special Sunday Brunch menu each week from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. The brunch consists of one flat fee, which varies for adults, children and seniors. Diners have a variety of brunch options, including a carving station for roasted meats, a seafood station that includes crab, shrimp and salmon, and a breakfast station that offers morning staples such as Belgian waffles, bacon and sausage, and omelets. A variety of entrees can also be ordered, including pasta, chicken and beef dishes. Patrons also have their choice of a dessert and salad station to complement their meals.
The oceanside Casa Marina eating establishment in Jacksonville is known for its "creative cuisine," which is highlighted at the restaurant's buffet-style brunch on Sundays. Served from 10:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., the buffet brunch is available for a single flat charge. Patrons can choose from a variety of meal stations, from a carving station that features prime rib to an omelet station where diners can order their eggs customized. Other traditional dishes are offered, from hash browns and eggs benedict, to seafood such as shrimp and snapper. An assortment of desserts is also offered, from pies and cakes to chocolate mousse and fruit cobbler.
Biscottis restaurant is a small, innovative establishment that seats under 40 diners at one time, emphasizing quality over quantity. Established in 1993, the restaurant is also known as a coffee house, and offers a Sunday brunch each week. Highlighted brunch items include waffles made with blueberries and pecans, creme brulee french toast, egg dishes such as quiche and frittatas made with prosciutto and asparagus, and a traditional breakfast burrito. Healthy items are emphasized, and the brunch also includes granola and yogurt. A Saturday brunch is also offered, and includes vegetarian options, such as vegetable omelets and veggie pizza.
