Whether you’re gathering with family, trying to recover from painting the town red or pre-gaming for more weekend shenanigans, brunch is an Alamo City mainstay — and arguably the most important meal of the weekend.

Love it, hate it, not-sober-enough-for-it, whatever the case may be, SA eateries are turning up the heat on the weekend hangover buster with savory eats and sweet breakfasty treats fit for a king. These 27 local joints do brunch up right.

The Good Kind 1127 S St Mary’s St, (210) 801-5892, eatgoodkind.com They don’t call it a Good Morning Bowl for nothing. A free range local egg, black beans, aged white cheddar, sweet potato, spinach, grilled corn, sour cream, salsa and guacamole make this a protein and veggie-packed way to start off your day. Photo via Instagram / goodkindsouthtown
Southerleigh’s Fine Food & Brewery 136 E Grayson St #120, (210) 455-5701, southerleigh.com Wade through the Pearl’s weekend farmers markets for Southerleigh’s Fine Food & Brewery brunch menu, and don’t miss the michelada. Photo via Instagram / urbanjourneys
Revolución Coffee + Juice Multiple locations, revolucionsa.com Stay on-plan at Revolución Coffee + Juice, which just opened a location downtown, and offers a similar menu of plant-based breakfast items with cage-free eggs and locally sourced meats. Photo via Instagram / letsbinge
Cullum’s Attagirl 726 E Mistletoe Ave, (210) 437-4263, facebook.com You’ll leave with a fully (and happy) belly thanks to menu items like chicken + waffles and chicken fried grits. Photo via Instagram / mealswithmaree
Full Belly 27 N Loop 1604 W Suite 202, (210) 236-5374, fullbellysa.com Full Belly Cafe’s name is an accurate representation of what you’ll have after eating their Crab Stuffed Avocado Louie with buttered lettuce, hard-boiled egg, cucumber, asparagus, grape tomatoes and pickled vegetables. Bring on the stretchy pants! Photo via Instagram / fullbellysa
Maverick Texas Brasserie 710 S St Mary’s St, (210) 973-6050, mavericktexas.com Maverick Texas Brasserie packs a punch with brioche donuts fried to order and mimosas with fresh-squeezed OJ. Post up on their gorgeous patio for an epic brunch experience. Photo via Instagram / quixem_
The Dooryard 4503 De Zavala Rd Suite 108, (210) 201-4911, thedooryardsa.com This self-serving taphouse has more to offer than just beer and seltzers — The Dooryard’s new Sunday Brunch menu has hangover-banishing menu items for those who imbibe in a few too many beers on Saturday night. Photo via Instagram / thedooryardsa
Meadow Neighborhood Bar + Eatery 555 W Bitters Rd #110, (210) 481-4214, meadowsanantonio.com Chef PJ Edwards offers up an extensive brunch with mimosas and brunch cocktails on a gorgeous patio — just don’t forget to don your sunglasses to combat the morning sun. Photo via Instagram / meadow_sa
NOLA Brunch & Beignets 111 Kings Ct, (210) 320-1572, eatatnola.com Snag some fresh, hot beignets and a glass — or bottle, who are we kidding? — of bubbles at NOLA Brunch & Beignets, which pairs Cajun breakfast staples with a casual attitude. Photo via Instagram / countdowncityconnoisseurs
The Hayden 4025 Broadway, (210) 437-4306, thehaydensa.com What’s a better combo than a Meatloaf Hash Plate and a cocktail that uses hangover-crushing Pedialyte? That’s not a rhetorical question. Try both at The Hayden! Photo via Instagram / s.a.vortooth
Tony’s Siesta 206 Brooklyn Ave, (210) 592-1199, facebook.com/TonysSiesta Tony’s Siesta offers specialty brunch cocktails and savory eats from La Fonda de Jaime, a local food truck — but remember: No Mask, No Fiesta! Photo via Instagram / hellomrsfoodie
Sangria on the Burg 5115 Fredericksburg Rd, (210) 265-3763, sangriaontheburg.com Swing by Sangria on the Burg for a tasty sangria flight to wash down an order of lemon-raspberry or horchata hotcakes or pancake tacos. Photo via Instagram / sefrye814
Ocho 1015 Navarro St, (210) 222-2008, havanasanantonio.com The picturesque spot along the SA river is a dependable option for brunch, but diner beware: this downtown restaurant is so gorgeous you may be a bit distracted from your meal. Just take a sip of your bloody mary to keep your focus. Photo via Instagram / nayegarzam
Bistr09 6106 Broadway, (210) 245-8156, bistr09.com Feeling French? Indulge in Bistr09’s Croque Monsieur: a savory ham and cheese sandwich with a fried egg and seasoned salad greens or a decadent lobster risotto from chef Damien Watel. Photo via Instagram / bistr09
Barbaro 2720 McCullough Ave., (210) 320-2261, barbarosanantonio.com Barbaro may be known for their super tasty pizzas and silky chicken alfredo, but their Sunday brunch ‘keep it coming’ deal allows you to order as many mimosas or bloody marys as you can (responsibly) muster, for just $15. Check out their pillowy-soft zeppole and crispy fried chicken while you’re at it. Photo via Instagram / sabarbaro
Brasserie Mon Chou Chou 312 Pearl Pkwy Building 2, (210) 469-3743, brasseriemonchouchou.com This relative newcomer has gained incredible popularity for its decadent French fare and gilded interior. Indulge in a Lobster Benedict with any one of their complex brunch cocktails for a true ‘treat yoself’ moment. Photo via Instagram / brasseriemonchouchou
Ida Claire 7300 Jones Maltsberger Rd, (210) 667-2145, ida-claire.com If brunch with a little bit of southern hospitality charm is your jam, post up at a table at Ida Claire, where authentic comfort food meets an elevated experience. Photo via Instagram / idaclairesa
Whiskey Cake 15900 La Cantera Pkwy Ste 21200, (210) 236-8095, whiskeycake.com Need a hangover cure? Whiskey Cake has you covered! Their aptly-named Hangover Burger is the perfect culinary medicine after a night of too much booze. https://www.instagram.com/p/CKt5l10n1Ko/ Photo via Instagram / whiskeycakesa
Comfort Cafe 5616 Bandera Rd, (512) 575-0348, facebook.com/5616BanderaRd Enjoy unique options for omelets and scrambles or — if you’re feeling fancy — try Comfort Cafe’s decadent stuffed french toast crepes or waffles. Photo via Instagram / comfortcafesatx
Max & Louie’s New York Diner 226 W Bitters Rd #126, (210) 483-7600, maxandlouiesdiner.com Start your Sunday off right at the East Coast diner-themed restaurant. Build your own omelet or try the Bleaker Street Breakfast Tacos — also called the “Best Tacos South of New York”. Photo via Instagram / maxandlouies
Julia’s Bistro and Bar 1725 Blanco Rd, (210) 476-5404, juliasonblanco.com Start off your brunch experience at Julia’s with chilaquiles or Julia’s signature crepes. Whatever you decide to eat, don’t sleep on the house sparkling wine deal that includes three mimosa flavors of your choice — for $15. Photo via Instagram / juliasonblanco
Jardín Restaurant 555 Funston Pl, (210) 338-5100, jardinsatx.com You get the best of both worlds by visiting Jardín at the San Antonio Botanical Garden: elevated Mediteranean cuisine in beautiful surroundings. Chef Jason Dady uses ingredients from the garden onsite, so for a healthful and truly garden-to-table experience, go for the Avocado and Garden Bounty Toast. Photo via Instagram / jardinsatx
Pharm Table 611 S Presa St Suite 106, (210) 802-1860, pharmtable.com Founded in 2015 by acclaimed chef Elizabeth Johnson, Pharm Table includes plant-forward meals that are locally sourced. Grab a Sweet Potato Waffle and pair it with one of their house Chai teas in their brand new space in Southtown.. Photo via Instagram / pharmtable
Amor Eterno 540 S Presa St. If you ever want brunch and craft cocktails later in the afternoon, Amor Eterno has you covered. Their unique Sunday Tiki brunch begins at 2 p.m. sharp every Sunday. Photo via Instagram / amoreterno_sa
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery 255 E Basse Rd Suite #160, (210) 937-1063, snoozeeatery.com Snooze, an A.M. Eatery keeps the kids happy with pancake flights, savory hash and a casual setting — and keeps parents happy with epic bloody marys and mimosas. Photo via Instagram / datingtoeat
The Hoppy Monk 1010 N Loop 1604 W, (210) 545-3330, thehoppymonk.com Chilaquiles and chill? Count us in! Craft beer aficionados should check out The Hoppy Monk for savory brunch bites and spicy bloody marys all day Sunday. Photo via Instagram / sgstith