Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Gather your friends and family and make brunch the highlight of your weekend!
Brunch is more than just a meal; it’s a weekend ritual, a time to unwind, relax, and indulge in delicious food and refreshing drinks. In Cabarrus County, there are a variety of eateries offering everything from traditional Southern fare to inventive Mexican dishes. Whether you’re a local looking for your new favorite brunch spot or just passing through, here are 10 places in Cabarrus County where you can enjoy a memorable brunch experience.
44 Mills Kitchen + Tap
📍6189 Bayfield Parkway, Concord, NC 28027
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Saturday and Sunday | 10am-3pm
44 Mills Kitchen + Tap is one of Concord’s best brunch spots, and for good reason. Their menu features Southern classics like grits with biscuits and gravy, elevated with surprising twists. Try the southern fried pork chop, biscuit, gravy, and a sunny egg. Don’t forget to toast to your Sunday brunch with a Mimosa flight!
73 & Main
📍1467 N Main St, Mt Pleasant, NC 28124
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Sunday | 11am-2pm
You can enjoy brunch classics like Chicken & Waffles at 73 & Main. This restaurant has deep roots in the local area and sources its ingredients from eco-friendly, sustainable farms. Be sure to try their Conviction Bourbon Bread Pudding for a sweet treat.
Barcos Sports & Seafood
📍305 McGill Ave NW, Concord, NC 28027
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Saturday and Sunday | 12-3pm
Located within Gibson Mill Market, Barcos Sports & Seafood has introduced a permanent brunch menu, perfect for seafood lovers. Dive into a delicious variety of dishes and brunch favorites every Saturday and Sunday. Try the Lobster Benny with a poached egg on a toasted English muffin smothered in Hollandaise and served with your choice of grits or fried potatoes.
Birritaco Tacos & Tequila
📍 226 Cabarrus Avenue West, Concord, NC 28025
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Saturday and Sunday | 10am-3pm
For those craving authentic Mexican flavors for brunch, Birritaco is the place to be. Located just a few minutes away from downtown Concord, this casual spot offers a menu that is both traditional and inventive. Enjoy brunch favorites like breakfast burritos, avocado toast, and huevos rancheros. If you’re undecided about your margarita choice, why not try the flight?
Bubba’s Bunkhouse
📍4351 Main St. Suite 101, Harrisburg NC, 28075
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Sunday | 10am-3pm
After positive feedback and rave reviews of previous brunch specials, Bubba’s Bunkhouse in Harrisburg has added a permanent brunch menu featuring both classic and inventive dishes. Try the Breakfast Flatbread with pepper gravy, cheddar cheese, scrambled eggs, and bacon, or satisfy your sweet tooth with the Cinnamon and Sugar French Toast Sticks. Wash it all down with a “Bubbas Bloody” made with housemade bloody mary mix and bartender’s choice of garnish – served regular or hot.
Casa Durham 1936
📍 515 S Main St., Kannapolis, NC 28081
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday | 8am-2:30pm
Located in Kannapolis, Casa Durham offers a delightful brunch experience with a touch of Spanish flair. Start your weekend with a refreshing Mimosa made with Sparkling Spanish wine and pair it with one of their mouthwatering brunch dishes.
D’Anna’s Kitchen
📍11850 US-601, Midland, NC 28107
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Sunday | 11am (Breakfast served all day)
Stop by D’Anna’s Kitchen for great home-style cooking. This family-owned and operated local restaurant serves freshly made meals daily during breakfast, lunch, and Sunday Brunch. Try the Country Omelette, served with your choice of two types of meat (sausage, bacon, city ham, or liver mush) and two vegetables (onions, mushrooms, green peppers, or tomatoes).
The Eatery at Southern Strain
📍165 Brumley Ave NE Suite 3001, Concord, NC 28025
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Sunday | 11am-2pm
Every Sunday, The Eatery at Southern Strain Brewing Company hosts a Jazz Brunch featuring special brunch offerings, $5 Mimosas, and a live jazz band. Be sure to try the BRUNCH SMASH, two 4-ounce smash patties topped with candied jalapenos, bacon, cheddar, a sunny-side-up egg, and pepperoncini aioli.
Table 11
📍11 Union St S Suite 100, Concord, NC
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Saturday | 9am-3pm
Experience brunch at Table 11, where you can savor farm-fresh eggs from Seeded Hearts Farm and freshly baked biscuits. Next time you stop in, try the delicious local favorite Bacon Egg and Cheeseburger, house ground beef patty, applewood bacon, fried egg, and cheddar cheese on a toasted bun.
Vortex Bottle Shop
📍4469 School House Commons, Harrisburg, NC 28075
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⌚ Brunch Schedule: Sunday | 10am-3pm
Vortex Bottle Shop is the perfect spot for a laid-back Sunday brunch. Choose from a variety of mimosa flights to pair with their made-to-order, tapas-style foods. Start your brunch with the Croque Madame, featuring sliced Black Forest Ham, Gruyère, and a 3-cheese blend topped with an over-easy egg on a Béchamel coated Brioche.
With so many fantastic eateries to choose from, you’ll be sure to find the perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely weekend meal right here in Cabarrus County. Whether you’re craving Southern classics, Mexican flavors, or something entirely new, these 10 places have you covered. So gather your friends and family and make brunch the highlight of your weekend!
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