New Year’s Day in Philadelphia calls for two things: recovery and refueling. From slow mornings following New Year’s Eve celebrations to pre- or post–Mummers Parade meetups, January 1 is best spent over hearty brunch plates, well-made cocktails, and coffee strong enough to reset the day. This year, standout New Year’s Day brunch destinations include Famous 4th Street Delicatessen, Flight Club, Front Street Café, Red Owl Tavern, Square 1682, and Urban Farmer—each offering its own take on comfort, convenience, and classic brunch fare.
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Famous 4th Street Delicatessen, Philadelphia’s legendary Jewish delicatessen since 1923, remains a New Year’s Day rite of passage for locals and visitors alike—particularly for those navigating pre- or post–Mummers Parade festivities. Open all day in Queen Village, the institution delivers classic deli comfort from morning through night. Breakfast highlights include Chocolate Babka French Toast ($21), Corned Beef Hash with Eggs ($18.50), and Matzoh Brei with Nova and onions ($25), while later hours invite indulgence in towering signature sandwiches such as the Corned Beef Reuben ($27.75+) and Pastrami Reuben ($27.75+). Heartier plates like Brisket of Beef with Gravy ($32) and Chicken in the Pot ($32) anchor the menu, complemented by all-day staples including latkes ($4+) and other beloved deli favorites.
Walk-ins are welcomed for dine-in, and orders for delivery/pickup can be made here.
Hours of operation: Daily from 9am – 8pm
700 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA | 215.922.3274 | Website | Instagram
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Flight Club, the world’s first Social Darts® experience in the heart of Center City Philadelphia, delivers an upbeat New Year’s Day reset with extended brunch hours and its signature Bottomless Brunch, served from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Well-suited for groups looking to recover, regroup, and rehydrate, the brunch menu leans into shareable crowd-pleasers such as Avocado Toast ($14), Breakfast Sliders ($14), and Smoked Salmon Flatbread ($20), alongside coffee, tea, and brunch cocktails including Mimosas ($11) and Espresso Martini Towers ($49). The experience can be elevated with 90-minute bottomless options, including Bottomless Flatbreads ($25) or Bubbles & Bottomless Flatbreads ($40), all paired with Social Darts® gameplay and hourly Bullseye challenges running throughout the day.
Reservations for Flight Club are encouraged and can be made HERE, but walk-ins are welcomed.
Hours of operation: Monday through Thursday from 3 PM—11 PM, Friday from 12 PM—1 AM, Saturday from 11 AM—1 AM, Sunday from 11 AM—10 PM.
1417 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA | 215.923.2267 | Website | Instagram
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Front Street Café, the all-day café, restaurant, and bar known for its fresh, farm-to-table approach, will welcome guests exclusively for brunch on New Year’s Day, opening at 9 a.m. with last seating at 3:45 p.m. The expansive menu strikes a balance between lighter fare and indulgent comfort, with options such as the Acai Bowl ($14) and Seasonal Fruit Plate ($15), alongside shareables including Fried Banana Bites ($14) and Empanadas ($11). Heartier selections range from the Breakfast Burrito ($17) and Braised Brisket Burrito ($18) to Shrimp & Grits ($22) and Huevos Rancheros ($16), complemented by a wide selection of sides and add-ons. Coffee, tea, and brunch-friendly cocktails are available throughout service, making it a well-timed New Year’s Day stop before doors close for the afternoon.
Hours of operation: Breakfast/Brunch from 8am—4pm; Dinner served on Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday from 5pm—9pm, Friday and Saturday from 5pm—10pm; Happy hour Tuesday through Sunday from 4pm—7pm.
1253 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA | 215-515-3073 | Website | Instagram | Facebook
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Red Owl Tavern, the contemporary kitchen and bar located across from Independence Hall in Old City, will offer brunch service only on New Year’s Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., closing for the remainder of the day. The restaurant will serve its holiday brunch menu exclusively, featuring comforting favorites designed for post-celebration recovery. Standout offerings include Chicken + Waffles ($23), the indulgent Tiramisu Waffle ($19), Avocado Toast ($19) topped with poached eggs and harissa chili crisp, classic Eggs Benedict ($22), and Eggs Your Way ($21) with breakfast potatoes and sourdough toast. For those easing back into imbibing, the Mimosa Brunch ($25) includes a bottle of sparkling wine and a choice of orange or cranberry juice with the purchase of an entrée.
Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made via OpenTable.
Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 7:30am—10:45am, Saturday and Sunday 8am—10am (breakfast); Monday through Friday 11:30am—4:30pm (lunch); Monday through Friday 4:30pm—10pm, Saturday 5pm—10pm (dinner); and Saturday 10am—4pm and Sunday 10am—2pm (brunch)
433 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA | 215.923.2267 | Website | Instagram
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Square 1682, the modern American restaurant and award-winning bar located on the first floor of the Kimpton Hotel Palomar, presents their polished yet approachable Sunrise Menu, offered from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM and well-suited for a leisurely New Year’s Day start. Morning and daytime favorites include Yogurt Parfait ($10+), Steel Cut Oatmeal ($10), Buttermilk Pancakes ($19), Avocado Toast ($17), Rittenhouse Omelet ($21), American Breakfast ($21), Superfood Bowl ($17), Breakfast Sandwich ($19), and Steak & Eggs ($29), alongside brunch-forward cocktails such as Mimosas ($12), Espresso Martinis ($15), Bloody Marys ($14), and Aperol Spritzes ($15).
Reservations are encouraged and can be made via OpenTable.
Hours of operation: Monday through Thursday 7am—9:30pm; Friday 7am—11pm; Saturday 8am—11pm; Sunday 8am—2pm
121 S. 17th St., Philadelphia, PA | 215-563-5008 | Website | Instagram
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Urban Farmer, the modern American steakhouse located in The Logan Hotel known for its locally sourced ingredients and in-house butcher shop, is offering a New Year’s Day Brunch from 7 am to 2 pm on January 1 to ring in 2026. Guests can indulge in several brunch offerings with highlights such as their Monkey Bread ($12) with cinnamon sweet dough and drizzled in a bourbon anglaise; Biscuits and Sausage Gravy ($17) with buttermilk biscuits, sunny side up eggs and house-made pork sausage; and Apple Cider Pancakes ($16) topped with toasted pecans and apple compote.
Guests can pair dishes with one of Urban Farmer’s Mimosa Kits offering three options including one glass of sparkling + juice ($12), one bottle of sparkling + three juices ($45), or two bottles of sparkling + three juices ($80) or enjoy cocktails including a Bloody Mary ($16)with Tito’s Vodka and housemade Bloody Mary mix; Shrubbed in Velvet ($16) with Ketel One Vodka, cointreau, cranberry puree, shrub, lime, and honey; or an Espresso Martini Flight ($25) with three varieties of espresso martini including mint chip, chocolate, and classic.
Reservations are encouraged and can be made here.
Hours of operation: Monday-Sunday 7:00am- 11:00pm
1850 Benjamin Franklin Parkway | 215.963.2788 | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter