The Best Breakfast And Brunch Spots In Rostov-on-Don

Rostov-on-Don locals truly believe that breakfast and brunch are the most important meals of the day. Whether you’re craving classic pancakes with caviar or have a desire for delicious porridge with fruits, the local first meal can’t be underestimated. We’ve prepared a list of five best venues for this important ritual of the day.

1. Monsieur Max

Cafe, French

Monsieur Max is a home to some of the most delicious pastries, croissant, cakes and other sweet treats in Rostov-on-Don. The owners have brought a typical French flavour, spirit & charm to this Parisian cafe and bakery in Russia. In addition to serving delicious French pastries and great coffee, you can also order a box of macarons in advance and customise everything yourself. A perfect option for a breakfast and brunch.

2. Onegin Dacha

Diner, Restaurant, French, Russian

A typical Russian venue name after Eugene Onegin, the main character of Pushkin’s novel and St. Petersburg dandy. The restaurant’s chef de cuisine Anton Kochura works hard to create impeccable culinary dishes with French and Russian accents. Many traditional Russian dishes are included on the menu. The ambience and interior of the venue make it an obvious and reliable choice for any special occasion. This is a restaurant that undoubtedly exudes Russian culinary elegance and provides great service. Courses are presented with flair, and all the portions are quite large, making this fine dining that still retains a realistic sense of providing value for money.

3. Hlebnaya Lavka

Bakery, French

This modern and new French cafe in the centre of Rostov-on-Don serves top-quality filter & espresso coffee, as well as Russian pancakes with different toppings, sandwiches, baguettes, croissants and toasts, natural yoghurt, peanut butter and raw honey. Not to miss one.

5. Rafinad

Cafe, Seafood, Mediterranean

The best porridge in the city for a breakfast and the best salad and eggs options for brunch. Each dish is artfully prepared and presented by people who obviously love good, quality food. The service is super friendly and the coffee is great. This is a very well established venue with a long lasting, good reputation.

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