3.5 stars. A satisfactory brunch establishment. Nothing was bad, yet nothing stood out as exceptional. Our 6 mouths did not explode w/ bursts of amazing flavor combinations. Not one of us is dying to return, yet we won't hesitate to stop in if we're in the area & hungry for breakfast or lunch.
In 1989, a year after the original location opened in South Tampa, my then husband & I stopped in repeatedly; we couldn't get enough of the cream cheese & crab omelet w/ side of home fries! I was excited to check out this new location. (Unfortunately, you won't find the omelet on the menu.)
Sitting on Bruce B. Downs (& just west of I-75 & Glory Days), The Brunchery does not have a large dining room. There are no booths, but many tables that can be combined for larger groups. There are four outside tables (w/ umbrellas), as well as metal benches for those holding onto pagers.
Locally owned & operated, it is open seven days a week from 8 till 2 PM. Inside, you'll see a large "Specials" chalkboard; however, the board is deceiving. ALL the items listed were the same regularly-priced items found on the menu.
When you eat here, you'll have a choice of 8 Omelets; 7 Benedicts; 5 'Heart Healthy' options; 4 Country Skillets; 6 'Sweet Temptations;' 4 Breakfast Sandwiches & Wraps; 2 egg breakfasts (Feature & Triple 222); 4 Salads; 12 Sandwiches & Wraps; 5 Kids Corner entrees (no age requirement); 15 Sides (no hash); & 6 Beverages: Coffee; Sodas; Tea; Milk/Chocolate Milk; Hot Chocolate; & Juices.
My Breakfast Burrito (SEE PIC) was good. It should have been great. It was large, & due to its size & thickness it required something stronger than Cheddar, such as Pepper Jack. The sausage pieces were small & rather limited-- which contributed to the Burrito's lackluster flavor. Definitely a fresh-tasting entree, but nevertheless a tad disappointing. The BLT Avocado was the Best of Show-- SEE PIC. It was loaded w/ flavor. We each loved our side of Seasoned Potatoes-- as delicious as they were in 1989! Our four other entrees were good. Our server (Ian) was very good. The young woman at checkout was as well; she kindly offered a bag for leftovers.
A restaurant PLUS-- there's no age limit on the children's menu. None! All five offerings are available to the young at heart. SEE PIC of the hearty $5.95 egg option-- large egg; 2 slices of bacon; & one French toast. Additionally, there are MANY sides offered here-- all can be combined to create an entree.
Three menu areas where I'd love to see IMPROVEMENT: add a side of Corned Beef Hash; currently, if you want hash, you'll have to order a Lazy Frog Omelet or the Brunchery Sandwich. Offer more varities of cheese to improve entree flavor; & even though not federally required for chains under 20 locations, add CALORIE COUNTS to the menu.
Will I return? Yes. Someday. There are a few menu items that called to me: the Loaded Pancakes (w/ bananas, blueberries, & strawberries); BLT Avocado; the Brunchery Burger; & the Southern Country Skillet. read more