Breakfast and brunch around the Valley

AZ Business Directory lists local breakfast and brunch restaurants around the Phoenix area, in Goodyear, Peoria, Glendale, Gilbert and more. Each listing has a phone number, so you can ask about wait times, hours and large groups. On weekends, go early or call ahead.

When is the best time to go to brunch?

Weekend brunch is the busiest meal of the week in the Valley. If you want a short wait, arrive when the doors open, or go on a weekday. If you have a big group, call the restaurant and ask whether they take reservations or call-ahead names.

In summer, an early breakfast is also the coolest part of the day. Eating at 7 or 8 a.m. gives you time for a walk, a hike or an errand before the heat builds. In cooler months, a patio brunch is a nice way to spend a morning.

How do you choose a breakfast place?

• What do you feel like? Eggs and pancakes, a burger, or a coffee and pastry are different spots.
• What time do they open? Some serve breakfast all day, others stop at a certain hour.
• Do they have an espresso bar or cocktails? Handy for a long brunch.
• How long is the wait? Ask when you call, and ask if they text when your table is ready.
• Can they handle kids and big groups? Ask about high chairs and seating.
• Is there a patio? Ask about shade, misters and pet rules.

Who is in the directory?

Haymaker is a family-run restaurant serving breakfast daily plus Angus burgers, ribs and pulled pork, with locations in Goodyear and north Peoria. Liberty Market is a family-friendly all-day cafe, restaurant and bar in Gilbert's Heritage District, with an espresso bar, cocktails and wine. Matt's Big Breakfast at Arrowhead is a breakfast and lunch restaurant in north Glendale.

Hours and menus can change, so call the number on the listing before you head out.

Tips for a smoother morning

• Check the time of year. Snowbird season, from late fall through spring, makes weekends busier.
• Bring water in the car if the wait is outdoors in warm weather.
• Park and walk. Some shopping-center lots fill up on weekends, so give yourself a few extra minutes.
• Split plates. Portions in diners and cafes can be big.
• Ask about allergies before ordering, and tell your server.

Want to plan a whole morning out? Try the family fun guide or the trip planner.

Not sure who to call? Ask the directory helper or browse every listing in Phoenix.

Questions people ask

What time does breakfast start in Phoenix?

It varies. Many restaurants open early, around the time people head to work, and some serve breakfast all day. Call the restaurant to confirm.

Do I need a reservation for brunch?

Often not, but busy places may keep a list or take reservations for groups. Ask when you call, especially for Saturday and Sunday.

Is there a family-friendly brunch near me?

Several listings describe themselves as family-run or family-friendly. Call the restaurant and ask about high chairs, kids' menus and wait times.

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