Breakfast

The Loveless Cafe

Since 1951, this local landmark has been dishing out its famed biscuits, country ham and fried chicken to everyone from struggling songwriters to foreign dignitaries.

Dose

At its two locations, Dose serves up coffee, baked goods and the best breakfast sandwich around.

Redheaded Stranger

This East Side taco shop isn’t just great for lunch — its egg-and-cheese-filled breakfast tacos will power you through any day.

Big Bad Breakfast

For big plates of eggs, taters, bacon and grits, hit up this Charlotte Avenue outpost.

Dozen Bakery

This Wedgewood-Houston cafe boasts some of the best baked goods in the city. Keep it simple with a cappuccino and an extra-flakey croissant.

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Best Brunch: Sinema

The decadent weekend brunch in this Melrose spot includes bottomless mimosas and bloody marys. They change up the menu, but you can expect flavored pancakes and waffles, like cinnamon roll and Fruity Pebbles; traditional fare like biscuits and gravy; and scrambled eggs served with chimichurri potatoes.