Best Brunch in South Orange, NJ
South Orange’s brunch scene is small but well-curated. Here’s where locals actually go on weekend mornings.
Bistro d’Azur 4.7 stars — Top Pick
14 Academy St — bistrodazur.com
The best weekend brunch in South Orange by most accounts. French-Mediterranean dishes — crepes, eggs Benedict with a twist, and excellent pastries. The Academy Street patio is lovely on a warm morning. Reservations recommended.
THE ORDER
50W S Orange Ave — theordernj.com
A newer spot with a great coffee program and focused brunch menu — avocado toast, grain bowls, and thoughtful egg dishes. Popular with Seton Hall area residents and young professionals.
Jackie & Sons
134 S Orange Ave — jackieandsons.com
Casual American brunch with a neighborhood feel — pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, and strong coffee. No fuss, always reliable.
Village Diner
1 Sloan St — thevillagedinerso.com
Classic NJ diner brunch seven days a week — no wait, generous portions, and no ceremony required.
Three Daughters Baking
12 Vose Ave — threedaughtersbakingco.com
A bakery-cafe with fresh pastries and light brunch fare. Perfect for a quieter weekend morning with coffee and something freshly baked.
Tips
- Bistro d’Azur fills up fast — reserve for Saturday/Sunday
- THE ORDER gets busy after 10am on weekends — go early for a seat
- Parking is easier on Vose Ave and Sloan St than South Orange Ave on weekends
- All spots are walkable from the South Orange NJ Transit station