This was a great place for breakfast. We'd been eating out everyday of our trip so I was looking forward to something different. The savory Fisherman's Pancake with smoked fish was incredible! My husband and nephew really enjoyed their more traditional brunch items also. The wait staff was very attentive and the vibe of the repurposed building was pleasant. Folks of all ages were enjoying themselves. My nephew found a convenient parking lot nearby that eliminated any concern of getting a parking ticket. I definitely plan to go back to Winkel the next time we're in Philadelphia. read more

Visiting Phili for the first time-ish to attend a conference. My friend and I stumbled across this tucked-away little gem. The staff is super friendly! My friend has a gluten allergy and the server was very knowledgeable and so accommodating. They have unique scrambled egg options, we couldn't pick so we decided to share. We got the brie and beets scramble (it is great on toast) and the swiss cheese, butternut squash, and kale scramble (I loved that the most). If you're in Phili, try Winkle! read more

Winkel - Beet and Brie Scrambled eggs and Butternut Squash and Kale Scrambled Eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Nice brunch joint in the area. We tried the chicken and waffle as well as the deep fried pudding French toast. The chicken and waffle dish was tasty, but a bit bland in flavor. The waffle was on the softer side, yet still good. The breading on the chicken could have used a bit more flavor. The deep fried pudding French toast was tasty. It had a softer consistency than I was expecting on the inside. The berry sauce that came with it had a strong berry flavor and was not too sweet. The interior of Winkel was big and open, and the wait staff was friendly. We were seated right away on a Friday afternoon. read more

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Was in town looking for a cozy, classic breakfast spot and found Winkel. It was not only delicious but offered a wide variety of options at a reasonable price. Ambiance was warm and the staff was friendly and attentive. Definitely refreshing given most of the Philly breakfast menus only offered bagel sandwiches and pastries! read more

Super cute. Super friendly brunch spot. Seems like the type of place where the staff is very happy. We had the smoked fish, pancake and the fried chicken and waffle with the scrapple gravy. Both were delicious. ..good coffee and good service. We will be back read more

Winkel - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

My friend and I enjoyed our time at Winkel. We had the chicken and pancakes (I asked for pancakes instead of a waffle) and the butternut squash omelet. The omelet was really delicious with flavors we didn't expect to blend but really did. The goat cheese really sets that dish off. The pancakes I had were delicious as was the chicken. Definitely worth a return. BYO as well! read more

Went to this place for brunch before pride this year and the food was so good. I got the smoked salmon benedict and my partner got pancakes. Those pancakes were literally melt in your mouth. Still thinking about them a month later. The benedict was delicious. Had incredible flavor and was cooked perfectly. Also the side potatoes?! So yummy, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. I could eat an entire plate of them. Will absolutely be back! Service was excellent and friendly. read more

Great! Good service, great food. The coffee was not great but the food was. The ambiance is chill. Location is great too. read more

Winkel - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

No reservations are taken here, but surprisingly no wait this Sunday afternoon. I think it was because it was nice weather and they have a lot of outdoor seating. I ordered the Maple [syrup] Latte. I was skeptical at first, but my server reassured me that it wasn't too sweet. Although it was on the milkier side, it was still pretty good. We got Jonathan's Bread to start and it was pretty good. Our server was pretty spot on with the description about this bread that was toasted and served with jam and butter. For entree, I ordered the Special, which was Applewood Smoked Ribs and it was delicious. Meat was perfectly cooked and fall off the bone. The BBQ sauce was tangy and had a little kick. Along with the accompaniments, it was great. The bread also came covered with a thin layer of maple syrup that put it over the top. This was a very filling meal. Will definitely be back for more. read more

Winkel - Special - Applewood Smoked Ribs over roasted potatoes, with coleslaw, and piece of Jonathan's bread - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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We love a brunch at Winkel. We typically eat with a group of 6 every time we go. They are the most accommodating and very sweet to our family. The food has always been spot on. I loved the pickled beets and Brie omelet and the Sardu as well as the mustard crisped crab cake Benedict's. They have gluten friendly options as well. Should be your Saturday special treat. read more

Recommended by a friend who grew up in phili...lived up to the hype and then some. Crab Benedict was awesome...others loved the apple sausage pancakes and bread pudding French toast. All unique concepts tastes and presentations. Even the coffee was notably good, which i find most breakfast places dont try hard to make good. Service friendly as well. Heavy recommended! read more

First time here thanks to a nudge from weekly Yelp email. What a great breakfast place! Bright, sunny, attractive space with open kitchen. Cloth napkins. Very pleasant staff. Delish coffee. Interesting menu. I had seasonal vegetables with sunny side eggs on top, with a side salad. Husband had pancakes. Real butter and syrup. All excellent. Breads from Northside. BYOB. Bathrooms spacious, gender neutral and handicap accessible. read more

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Outstanding brunch. The prices are on the slightly higher side but the portions and the taste make it worth it. If you're a first-timer you MUST try the Deep Fried Bread Pudding French Toast. I'm not much of a sweets person in the morning, but this converted me. Best bread pudding in Philadelphia for the actual bread pudding itself (if you're more of a toppings person, Green Eggs Cafe is better). There weren't many embellishments to it besides the lingonberry reduction and candied bacon and whipped cream [which believe it or not, actually worked together] -- but it simply did not need any. The outside was perfectly crisped but inside was a tender bread, almost custardy in flavor hence the bread pudding. Everyone I've taken here loved it! Another dish I tried recently was the Hot Chicken Uitsmijter. It was quite spicy and the chicken was very tender. I recommend ordering a side of the House Hot Sauce. It's got good heat and has a deliciously sweet aftertaste that also goes good with salad. I've also had in the past the Breakfast Sandwich which was so simple but so delicious as well, not to mention huge. The combination of bacon, gouda, pickles, and aioli was amazing. That potato and onion hash it comes with is something to come back for by itself. Run don't walk to Winkel! read more

Winkel - Deep Fried Bread Pudding French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Came here for brunch last week during a ridiculous rain storm. And it was still packed, on a weekday afternoon! Guess that is a reflection of the food. Open space, nice servers, and lots of cool unique items that you don't get at most brunches which is a huge plus. I feel like brunch can be so boring and half of it you can do at home. I had the softshell crab special of the day. Crab was cooked very well with a nice remoulade sauce on it. Only thing I thought was that the bacon kind of overpowered the crab flavor. Standout of the meal honestly was the home fries/roasted potatoes. Cooked so well with nice crispy bits and a good helping of it too. Nice fresh salad on the side to complement both of these items too. My friend got the vegetable omelet which also came with the potatoes and salad, and was a huge helping. Lots of other interesting things on the menu as well. Service was quick. Price for the sandwich was kind of surprisingly high, but it was crab so its understandable. I wish they listed the price first. A nice unique brunch spot that's definitely worth a try! read more

Unforgettable. An experience. Those are not the words I would use for this place. But why the 4 stars? Hear me out... There's something about coming to this restaurant, in a quiet location in Philly. Every time I come here, its a sunny day, not much going on, just so insignificant. But what does this have to do with food? How is the service? The ambiance? Well it perfectly describes the situation you would want to come here. The food, it's great. But it's not something you crave. Can I tell you what I got here after a couple of months? No, I can't. But it was good, consistent, and reliable. That's the magic of Winkel. The font, the location, the ambiance, the service, it's all so dismissable. Yet I still find myself coming back here. This isn't some weird, back-handed complement, this place is a place you should make your way to, but it's not the place where you expect to change your world. It's a simple, brunch place, with really good bread. Try it. read more

Looking for a hearty breakfast / brunch spot? This is the place - top tier service, portion to price is perfect and the music that's played here compliments the atmosphere. read more

Winkel - Waffle, Apple compote and bacon for the W! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Amazing food and service is impeccable! Came in for a Saturday morning brunch and left completely satsified. Service from start to finihs was great we never needed anything, and didnt wait too long for the waitress to come over to help us. The service was on point here and we were able to get seated and served in a timely manner, even though the place was a bit packed already. The decor and environment is very clean, spacious and bright. Tables are set up nicely and you have a ice amount of space in between each table. When it came to the food, we got the scrapple to share, which to me was the star of the meal! deep fried and crispy but not soaking with oil- it was cooked perfectly. We also got pancakes, and a special french toast, which was called the everything french toast, which was made up of different types of pastries- yea it tasted as good as it sounded! Kinda like a piece of heaven in your mouth! The french toast was so good, but also so filling and it was a huge portion! We shared the french toast between 2 people and still had leftovers! This place is worth the 5 star rating, since the service was outstanding and the food was a perfect match as well! read more

Winkel - The scrapple is amazing here - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Came back to try the Belgian Waffle w/ Braised & Fried Chicken, and it did not disappoint. Crispy, juicy chicken on a golden-brown waffle smothered in a savory concoction they call Scrapple Gravy, this might be the best chicken and waffles I've had in Philly! Belgian Waffle w/ Braised & Fried Chicken: 5/5 read more

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Great food and wait service. Ambiance was chill and airy. We enjoyed the window seat. read more

Winkel - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Winkel is a great no-frills brunch spot. They have lots of great options and classic breakfast fare, so you really can't go wrong. I had the leek and goat cheese omelette which was fabulous, and the goat cheese ratio was perfect. The toast, salad, and breakfast potatoes made it a very satisfying meal. There are also a few benedicts to choose from for all the eggs benedicts fans out there, and my friend loved hers. The staff is also very pleasant and they made it a fun atmosphere. Winkel is BYOB so be sure to pick up your champagne ahead of time! ;) read more

Bottom Line: Delicious, comforting food, sometimes with a German twist, and excellent service. My husband and I went to Winkel for a late Saturday brunch. We encountered multiple employees and everyone was so attentive and friendly. We felt very welcome on our first trip to Winkel. Super hungry we were ready to chow down! I had the Belgian waffle with braised fried chicken and it was sooo good! The chicken was tender and flavorful and paired nicely with the texture of the waffle. The gravy, syrup and whipped cream all went along with the dish nicely. My husband had the Parker House Sandwich and it might have been even better. I'm not usually into breakfast potatoes but I couldn't keep my hands out of his! We had a great experience and hope to visit again. read more

Winkel - Belgian Waffle w/ Braised & Fried Chicken was sooo good. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Cute BYOB brunch spot. Came on a date. - food was yummy - wait was long - price is good - servers knowledgeable, helpful, and fun - interior is pretty standard Would return. read more

1st time visiting and feel like we need a redo. I ordered the special version which it took me a few bites to figure out, had no leeks, so it was pretty bland. Salad was amazing and would eat a big portion as a meal with a protein. Pickled veggies were amazing. Got GF toast but $1 extra for 1 piece seemed high. Potatoes were cooked earlier then reheated. I tasted the potential but need to try again. read more

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Lawd have mercy. Walked in early Monday morning and was greeted by employee and given the choice to sit anywhere; so nice. Sat down got coffee and water. The coffee was a little weak for my taste, I prefer full-bodied or dark roast. Oh well. Ordered the chicken and waffles, it took a little longer than expected since I was one of two customers. When it arrived it looked delicious with the exception of the gravy....remoulade/ gravy. It look like a vomit paste.....not good.The waffle was crisp and delicious. The chicken was fried to perfection. Usually I can smell burnt grease due to frying at high temperatures but Winkel got it right. My only complaint was please discard the remoulade/gravy if you don't want to spend the time on presentation....js read more

Winkel - Waffle w/ Chicken braised & fried, scrapple gravy, maple syrup - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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I would've given 5 stars but the waiter was just ok. He never checked on us and forgot our straws despite being reminded. Get there early because they get busy. We ordered buttermilk pancakes with a side of bacon, the bread pudding French toast and the breakfast sandwich. The pancakes were good but the bacon was burnt. I personally like it like that but my daughter thought it was too well done. My other daughter thought the French toast was very good. My breakfast sandwich came the way the menu describes despite asking for no cheese and the egg over well. I'm lactose intolerant and didn't realize the Gouda was on there until 2/3 through (I try to limit my intake). Other than that the sandwich was delicious. The iced latte with maple was just sweet enough. I would definitely try them again. read more

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Hands down. The best brunch I have had in a very long time. I will be talking about Winkel for a while. We came early and there were plenty of available seats. The server came immediately to the table and took our drink orders as we simultaneously sat down. Now that is service. Amazing coffee may I note. I ended up ordering the special, a softshell crab BLT. We also split the Strawberry Almond deep fried French Toast. Simply amazing!!! The BLT was a total treat. And I did not regret one bite of it. The french toast was the perfect dessert. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. Packed with flavor. Absolutely coming back again and again. read more

Winkel - Strawberry almond deep fried French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Great place for Saturday brunch; greeted warmly, seated quickly. Everything we ordered tasted great and portions were very generous. Service was impeccable. Really exceeded expectations. read more

The eggs Benedict & blackberry pancakes are amazing . The staff are amazing and friendly!

Decent brunch place in downtown Philadelphia. We went in early on a Saturday morning and were seated right away. The waiter was super friendly and nice, and they were quick to serve our hot coffees while we decided on what to order for breakfast. I had the mushroom and goat cheese omelet which was decent. The portion was big and I liked how it wasn't too salty. The creamed spinach omelet is also pretty good. They provide side salad and baked red potato, which seemed to be decent. The price is decent for the portions and I liked how modern the interior was. read more

We visited Winkel twice on a trip to Philadelphia. On our first visit, I loved the Deep Fried French Toast. It tasted like the thick bread had been properly dipped, ensuring a moist interior. The toast was served with a delicious, faintly tart lingonberry sauce which was the perfect accompaniment. On my second visit, I ordered the Vegetable Frittata of the Day, which featured roasted brussels sprouts. Unusual filling and super yummy! My husband got a special for his first visit, and loved it. For the life of me, I can't remember what it was. He ordered a Smoked Sausage Omelette, which he really enjoyed. I tried a bite of the potato and onion hash, and thought they were super good. The potatoes were cooked just right, and were flavored perfectly by the caramelized onion. I would order these myself. Winkel is super dog friendly for their outdoor setting, and brought our pups bowls of water. Great staff! read more

Great brunch spot with good food! Me and my friends came here on a weekday for brunch and waited about 10-15 minutes. We got some coffee while waiting since they had a section for coffee and bread. We ordered the house smoked salmon Benedict, crab cake Benedict, and the waffle with fried chicken. Really enjoyed the mustard crab cake Benedict a lot! All the dishes were good and very filling. Servers were very friendly and attentive! They also have their own house made hot sauce for the chicken and waffle. The Benedicts came with potatoes and salad. read more

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Went here on a Sunday morning for breakfast. Not your typical menu and it was fantastic. My man had the short ribs and I had some sausage and cabbage special. Nice vibe, bright, light and airy. Granddaughter had pancakes. This place was a hit! read more

Winkel - Interior - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Walked here for brunch. Love the ambiance and vibe here. Big breakfast and breakfast sandwich both delicious, add a side pancake for something sweet. The side salad and potatoes were a tasty surprise. Great service! read more

Excellent breakfast/brunch spot! We loved our deep fried bread pudding French toast and the crab cake Benedict. Not only was the food excellent, but the service was fantastic - very attentive, kind and generally helpful. We will happily return for another delicious meal. read more

I am throughly pleased with Winkel! I trusted previous reviews and was not disappointed. -arrived on a Sunday morning and was seated almost immediately. -our server came by with water in one hand and coffee in the other. It's as if she resent mind! She recommended the Johnathan's bread to start with. This bread was amazing! So soft, flaky, and buttery. K could've ate the entire portion to myself. -we sat indoors as it was raining out and tables were situated 6 feet apart, so I felt comfortable. -my table got the smoked salmon eggs Benedict and smoked sausage, pickled cabbage, and Gouda omelet Everything tasted great, our sever was extremely attentive and the vibe of the entire restaurant was welcoming. The bathrooms are open and well maintained (always a plus!) I would definitely come here again if in town. read more

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Fast service! Friendly people! Amazing food! I really don't need to say more, but I will :) We stopped in to Winkel for brunch and immediately got seated. I ordered the Bacon & BlackBerry pancakes. Hubby got the Great Big Breakfast. Everything was amazing! The food came out hot and so well prepared! We have zero complaints. It's BYOB here- so we brought a bottle of champagne in. Our server happily opened it and poured for us. We had an overall amazing experience and would HIGHLY recommend! read more

Winkel - Bacon & Blackberry Pancakes The Great Big Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The food is consistently good here. Very clean. The staff is always super friendly and will make your experience pleasant.

This delightful restaurant was just a few minutes walk from our VRBO rental and it was amazing! So many delicious items to choose from on the menu. The staff was knowledgeable, and the place was pretty bustling when we got there. I went with the salmon Benedict. The salmon is smoked in-house and it was so flavorful. We also got the Johnny bread to go and munch on it all week. It was it was fantastic with the honey butter and apricot jam. This restaurant is a definite got to try when you're in Philadelphia! read more

Winkel - HOUSE SMOKED SALMON Benedict. Five stars! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This is a solid brunch place. Came here with some friends and we all really enjoyed our food. I ordered the traditional eggs Benedict and inhaled it. I love that it also came with a salad, a nice way to get your greens in. Their breakfast potatoes with onions were really good but you can also ask for well done/crispy potatoes, which was what my friend got and it looked amazing. I also appreciate the fact that the restaurant has high ceilings and feels incredibly spacious with plenty of air circulation especially during Covid. The wait wasn't too long, around 20-30 mins for a table of 5 and even less for a smaller party. Service was quick and friendly as well. read more

Winkel is a solid spot for a brunch with family. Came here with my parents for a brunch before a show. The service was friendly and the food was good. Nothing fancy and a decent price. We arrived around 12pm and didn't have to wait. I ordered an omelette with pears and brie and my husband ordered the veggie dog. The eggs were solid but I thought the pears were a little under cooked. I didn't really like the salad but the potatoes and onion were very good as a side. The veggie dog was spicy but a little something different. I'm not rushing to go back here but it will do. read more

Winkel - brie and pear omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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