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10 Best Brunch Restaurants In Salinas
Compare ten review-based brunch candidates in Salinas and nearby, with separate source ratings, review counts, prices, and links to menus. Source coverage varies; confirm current brunch service before visiting.
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The Top 10 Brunch Spots In Salinas
A review-based shortlist.
Separate platform ratings. Coverage varies.
01 / Salinas
First Awakenings
American restaurant known for breakfast. Hearty portions of classic breakfast items & other casual American cooking served in a cozy room.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
171 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901
02 / Salinas
Black Bear Diner Salinas
American comfort eats in a homey setting. Down-home chain serving all-day American comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
1391 N Davis Rd, Salinas, CA 93907
03 / Salinas
201 Main
201 Main is listed at 201 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
201 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901
04 / Salinas
Elli's | Great American Restaurant
Family-friendly eatery with lounge. A menu inspired by the many cultures of Ellis Island includes American favorites like prime rib.
2 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
1250 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901
05 / Marina
Café Mia Brew Bar & Bistro
Café Mia Brew Bar & Bistro is listed at 250 Reservation Rd, Marina, CA 93933. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
250 Reservation Rd, Marina, CA 93933
06 / Prunedale
Country Kitchen
Country Kitchen is listed at 17500 Vierra Canyon Rd, Prunedale, CA 93907. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
17500 Vierra Canyon Rd, Prunedale, CA 93907
07 / Salinas
In-N-Out Burger
In-N-Out Burger is listed at 151 Kern St, Salinas, CA 93905. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
151 Kern St, Salinas, CA 93905
08 / Salinas
The Steinbeck House Restaurant & Event Venue
The Steinbeck House Restaurant & Event Venue is listed at 132 Central Ave, Salinas, CA 93901. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
132 Central Ave, Salinas, CA 93901
09 / Salinas
El Chilacatazo
El Chilacatazo is listed at 337 Monterey St, Salinas, CA 93901. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
337 Monterey St, Salinas, CA 93901
10 / Salinas
Growers Pub
Growers Pub is listed at 227 Monterey St, Salinas, CA 93901. Explore the available restaurant information and source links, and confirm current menus, hours, and reservations directly before visiting.
1 of 3 rating platforms · Restaurant-wide ratings
227 Monterey St, Salinas, CA 93901
AT A GLANCE
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01 / First Awakenings
Salinas · Breakfast
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗02 / Black Bear Diner Salinas
Salinas · Breakfast
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗03 / 201 Main
Salinas · Restaurant
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗04 / Elli's | Great American Restaurant
Salinas · American
2 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗05 / Café Mia Brew Bar & Bistro
Marina · Breakfast
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: inexpensive
Directions ↗06 / Country Kitchen
Prunedale · Breakfast
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: inexpensive
Directions ↗07 / In-N-Out Burger
Salinas · Hamburger
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: inexpensive
Directions ↗08 / The Steinbeck House Restaurant & Event Venue
Salinas · Restaurant
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗09 / El Chilacatazo
Salinas · Mexican
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
Directions ↗10 / Growers Pub
Salinas · Restaurant
1 of 3 rating platforms
Price category: moderate
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