The Gang

Welcome to Brunch Gang, a blog dedicated to weekend brunches in the NYC area.

The Gang in Punta Cana

Thanks for checking out our blog! We are excited to share our reviews, tips and brunch inspirations with you. Erica, Stephanie and Victoria each make contributions to the blog. You can learn a little bit more about each of us below.

Check back with the Brunch Gang often to see where we are headed for the next weekend and where we have recently tried. We will have cameo appearances from our other girls, boyfriends, family, and who knows!

Also, you can learn more about us in a feature piece from DNAinfo.com: ‘Brunch Gang’ girls blog about NYC’s tastiest late-morning meals.

Remember to follow us on Twitter and connect with us on Facebook. If you need recommendations or have questions about a place, feel free to email us at BrunchGangNYC@gmail.com. We have been to more than 100 brunch spots combined!

Brunch on!

Erica

Erica

  1. My favorite brunch item is: Hands down, eggs benedict! I prefer innovative ingredients rather than the plain Jane version.
  2. My go-to brunch spot is: It’s a tie! Nolita House (47 E. Houston St., between Mulberry & Mott) or Kittichai (60 Thompson St.).
  3. My brunch beverage of choice is: A super spicy bloody Mary! 
  4. When I’m heading to brunch I am usually listening to: It’s weather depending for me! A sunny day, Matt & Kim or Rilo Kiley keep me skipping to the beat; cloudy, some Adele; raining, Band of Horses. Jack Johnson & DMB are for ALL weather.
  5. How I support my brunching habits: I work in fashion!
  6. When I’m not brunching, I’m: Constantly trying to find a vacation spot. I love traveling!
  7. Not many people know this, but: I was a tap, jazz and ballet dancer for 15 years! Email me for hilarious pics and the full story.

Stephanie

Steph

  1. My favorite brunch item is: French toast. I’m a sucker for sweets.
  2. My go-to brunch spot is: In the city, Cafe Cortadito (210 E. 3rd St.)  hits on all the right notes — great Cuban food, a variety of yummy drinks and good service. Locally for me would be Marco and Pepe in Jersey City (289 Grove St.). Although they don’t have any drink specials (they do give you a complimentary shot of yummy hot chocolate with whipped cream), their food is out of this world. The French toast is made with a croissant! The ham and eggs are delightful and the morning bun is heavenly. I know it’s out of the way for Manhattanites, but brunch at Marco and Pepe is worth the short PATH ride.
  3. My brunch beverage of choice is: A classic mimosa!
  4. When I’m heading to brunch, I’m listening to: I like a variety of music, but my iTunes includes music from Guster, Eric Hutchinson, Adele, John Mayer, Death Cab for Cutie, U2, Coldplay, Keane, Bon Jovi and Kelly Clarkson.
  5. How I support my brunch habits: I’m an editor at a sports media company.
  6. When I’m not brunching, I’m: Keeping busy and having fun! I love to bake, and if I could, I’d open up a cookie bakery tomorrow! I like making brunch at home for my roommate and me as well. I also enjoy reading, playing touch and flag football, basketball and soccer in local sports leagues, rooting for my teams – the Yankees, Giants, Rangers and Nova basketball,  walking around the city.
  7. Not many people know this, but: I’m a distant relative of Vincent Van Gogh.

Victoria

Victoria

  1. My favorite brunch item is: I like to split my dishes evenly at brunch. An ideal brunch is sharing French toast and an egg dish with someone.
  2. My go-to brunch spot is: Jules Bistro (65 St. Marks Place). The food here is amazing! None of my friends ever complain about their meals at Jules. They also have live jazz music. This is definitely a feel good place.
  3. My brunch beverage of choice is: Red sangria
  4. When I’m heading to brunch, I’m listening to: Rock and pop music. Anything from Kings of Leon (my fave), DMB, Death Cab, to the latest Lady Gaga or Usher song.
  5. How I support my brunch habits: I work in the real estate title insurance industry.
  6. When I’m not brunching, I’m: Trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle by going to the gym and perfecting my simple salmon, chicken and turkey recipes. At the gym you will find me kickboxing, spinning, lifting and jumping in the cardio/weight classes, or doing my own routine. I love going to restaurants and catching up with friends.
  7. Not many people know this, but: Growing up I was very good at bowling. I would play in a league and my parents (awesome bowlers) would take me.  Now I probably can’t score above 60 (tsk tsk).

13 Responses to “The Gang”

  1. Shirin May 23, 2011 at 1:25 am #

    Erica! I love the blog! BUT, I think there should be a West Coast section. You know there are some killer brunch spots here too! xoxo

    Reply
    • Brunch Gang May 24, 2011 at 12:56 am #

      Next Seattle trip will require some brunching!!

      Reply
  2. Paula May 24, 2011 at 1:28 pm #

    I love your brunch blog! Good information to know when you’re from out of town. I know I can count on you guys for a great review of each place. I like the different tastes each one of you have too!

    Reply
  3. David Ramirez August 31, 2011 at 7:29 pm #

    Your brunch blog is awesome, as a newbie to NYC (2 months in) I am clueless and the “bottomless brunch” option is not existent in Boston (where I’m from). This is my new go to resource for Sunday Funday! Add some tips for Football season!

    Reply
    • Brunch Gang September 9, 2011 at 12:58 am #

      Hey David, thanks for your feedback! NYC definitely does a better brunch than Boston :)

      Check out our latest piece on places to brunch during football season. We hope you’ll enjoy it!

      Reply
  4. Vincent Broazzi Jr. January 16, 2012 at 12:16 pm #

    As a veteran NYC bruncher, I must say I like the site, great work!

    Reply
  5. wendy October 26, 2012 at 11:21 am #

    hey ladies,
    you missed one ! my fav brunch spot is called papasito mexican grill and agave bar. All-you-can-eat buffet for only $18.95 (1 1/2 Hour Limit), from 11:00AM to 3:00PM. Non-Stop, Mimosa, Bellini, Tequila Sunrise. They also let you go over the time limit sometimes. they have two locations now too !!
    enjoy

    Reply
    • Brunch Gang November 6, 2012 at 5:49 pm #

      Wendy,

      Thanks for your suggestion. We’ll have to add Papasito Mexican Grill and Agave Bar to our Find A Brunch Spot list. Brunch on!

      Reply
      • Paula Broadwell November 6, 2012 at 8:40 pm #

        Hi Erica, read the comment about you brunch gang. It sure is getting popular!   Mom

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  6. Madame Ostrich December 23, 2012 at 10:36 pm #

    Erica! This is too amazing, seriously!

    Kelsey always talked about your blog and I’m so glad I finally checked it out! Let’s be sure to reconnect during the new year. Would love to tag along and watch the Brunch Gang’s creative process ;)

    XxChristine

    http://www.madame-ostrich.com

    Reply
  7. Lisa January 16, 2013 at 5:34 pm #

    I love this blog and cannot wait to try all these great places next time I am in NYC or even better when I live there :) and of course contributing more photography if possible. Keep it up Brunch Gang!

    Reply
  8. JP March 24, 2013 at 12:27 pm #

    Oh god, why didn’t I find this blog before!! It has immediately shot to my #2 most favorite website (after google!)

    Reply
  9. moscamango April 30, 2013 at 12:37 pm #

    I’m totally with you Victoria! I like to try everything so I’m always trying to get people to share with me

    Reply

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