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    Rochester Brunch House

    3.7 (1k reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Stacy K.

    I do not know what took me so long, but I have been missing out on this place. You never really know if a place is good, even if it is posted here with a lot of great reviews or bragged about on social media but I knew this place would be worth the hype when I arrived and saw the line out the door. We came here on a Saturday on Mother's Day weekend and it was packed. They told me about 20 minutes, but it was more like 10. They seem very efficient here all the while not rushing people out to get in the next set of customers. The food and drinks also came out in a good time, so being busy did not keep them from running well. It is also a bit pricy here, but the food and portions are delicious and well sized. I love the ambience. It is modern and bright in here. The people working here all seemed very nice, professional, helpful, they provided great service. I did start off with the espresso martini. This was the low point of the meal. While it looked nice and had a great strong coffee flavor, it had zero sweetness whatsoever and did not improve with cream and sugar added. I would put it at the bottom half of my drink around the world espresso martini quest. But, the other drinks quite made up for it. The pomegranate mimosa and plain mimosas were wonderful. I would order both of those again. Just the regular mimosa alone was nice and seemed like a must order item. I would recommend those. One child got a smoothie which was nice and the other a beautiful tiramisu latte that was beautiful and came with a lady finger and mascarpone cream on top. My husband just got the coffee which was standard and nothing special. I love a sweet and a savory for brunch, so I ordered the fruity pebble pancakes. The batter was so lovely and sweet. I loved the bits of fruity pebbles in the batter and the sweet cream on top. I also got a chicken tender biscuit with the siracha maple on the side. It came with a nice salad, which a good dressing, but I also used the siracha maple sauce to dress it up a bit more, and it was very tasty. The biscuit also had gravy and cheese. Both of those items had nice portions and it took two people and three meals to finish it all, which is a good deal, I like nice portions. Two people got the tiramisu pancakes and one got the Monte Cristo. Everything was fabulous. I would love to come back. I think I would get the pancakes again, so well made and delicious. I would also like to try their wrap sandwiches. They looked amazing.

    Braised short rib hash
    Becca W.

    Not my first time coming this place is always a treat. Went for my husband's birthday breakfast on a Thursday morning, still super busy but was able to be sat right away luckily. The hand made orange juice was delightful, I ordered the omelette with sausage gravy on top, this thing was hugeee didn't stop me from eating all of it. My husband got the braised short rib hash, this was delightful the flavor of the short rib was excellent. Great place for breakfast. I also ordered the banana bread latte super delicious. Place was clean and the staff was friendly.

    Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes
    Stephanie R.

    We've returned for another brunch at Rochester Brunch House. The atmosphere is welcoming, as is the staff. It was bustling, since it was late morning on a Sunday, but we must have timed our arrival perfectly because we didn't wait long for 2 seats at the bar. We had a really good vantage point of what was going on in the back of the house as well as the server station, which we faced. The team was hard at work and I appreciated my server who watched my coffee cup and checked in 3 times to refill it, despite having phone duty along with serving the other bar patrons. I had the Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes and a Side of Bacon and hubby had the Breakfast Quesadillas. The bacon is thick sliced and was cooked to perfection - fairly crispy but chewy. The pancakes were sweet and flavorful - they were light on the cream cheese frosting which was good for me although I would have been happy with more. The quesadillas were very good - lots of flavors in every bite. They serve it with ranch dressing and salsa. Hubby asked for more salsa - we were charged $2. That was extremely high, in my opinion. I could see 50 cents or so but $2 was not appropriate for how much they serve. The service here is excellent - everyone is hustling but with a smile. It's high on the pricing but the food is good. We'll be back - just not ordering anything extra in the future. Lol

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    Eunice K.

    This is a pretty place for breakfast and brunch in downtown Rochester. I ordered the chicken scramble with sourdough bread, and it was really delicious, especially the bread! Service was slow, but I went on a Sunday noon, so it was busy. Servers were nice, but my family and I waited for 30 minutes for our food to come out, which is why I took out a star. We ate outside and the weather was very nice, and the scene was peaceful and quaint. There's paid parking, except on Sundays, and you may have to drive around a bit to find a spot depending on when you go.

    Beautiful interior decor
    Evelynn K.

    A must do every time my daughter and I are back in MI visiting. Such a lovely restaurant inside and out, with great brunch specialties and great specialty lattes. One of our favorites is the Crab Cake Eggs Benedict, which is amazing and at a price that is approachable indulgence. I prefer my eggs hard boiled and they, unlike many others, always get it right. The holiday decorations are always festive yet tasteful and the interior decor is like an impeccably decorated home.

    California omelet
    Nick S.

    The best brunch in Rochester!! RBH is always busy, attesting to how popular and quality the restaurant is. The service is perfect, the atmosphere inside is great and on a nice summer day, eating your brunch on their patio is everything you could want. Every item on the menu is thoughtfully made and tastes phenomenal. A must visit for every brunch fan in the metro Detroit area.

    French toast and bacon
    Ashley B.

    Absolutely delicious! We met with a small group today and were absolutely delighted with our choices. The brunch menu is expansive, and there is literally something for everyone. The restaurant is super cute and located in a renovated church. Love the decor and homey feel inside. Service is also prompt but not rushed. The food was wonderful. We tried the French toast, Nutella pancakes, monte cristo and breakfast burrito. All were delicious, large portions and attractively plated. It was a very satisfying meal, and we'd recommend coming here again for sure.

    Baja omelet
    Jill B.

    Amazing breakfast spot. We stopped here again and tried the breakfast quesadilla, RBH omelet, huevos rancheros, and stuffed strawberry French toast. The breakfast quesadilla and huevos rancheros are very similar dishes. Both were absolutely spectacular. I would definitely come back and get either of those. The French toast was good but I prefer the cinnamon roll pancakes. Always a great breakfast.

    Brunch House Vodka mule was delicious! I'm making this refreshing drink from now on.
    Dindada D.

    The food and drinks were very good. The waitress was nice didn't see her a lot tho'. It's a small place but very clean. The price point is decent we had a party of 6 and the bill was $200+ with a 20% auto gratuity.

    Huevos Rancheros
    Scott L.

    Excellent service very tasty brunch. Not our first time. Love their menu. Huevos Rancheros is awesome!

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    Cheyenne E.

    The service here is SO good! They go above and beyond to make sure everything is correct for my order, the servers are always refilling my coffee, and the food is fantastic! The ambiance at RBH is one of a kind. I cannot remember her name, however she is somewhat of a hospitality lady. She goes around and just talks to people, making sure everyone has what they need. She is one of the best when it comes to brightening up anyone's day!

    Exterior view of entrance to restaurant including view of outside serving area (seasonal in Michigan)
    Chad C.

    I have enjoyed breakfast here several times and it is nice sitting at the bar and seeing the sunlight enter the dining area through beautiful windows in this space that was previously a church. It is also a great place to sit as I like viewing so many of the various menu offerings to consider in future visits as the server traffic to deliver orders from the kitchen travel through this location. The Eggs Benedict is very tasty and the RBH omelet is a nice portion and also delicious. If you like something sweeter, I suggest trying some of the fluffy pancake offerings that have fruit and fancy toppings. I have been fortunate to have been served by multiple servers who have all been kind and friendly. Even the manager (owners' mother) often has greeted me as well and she is very nice, welcoming, helpful, and friendly.

    french toast and fries
    Zainab M.

    To no surprise, had an amazing visit at RBH! We went on a weekday to avoid the rush/line that accumulates on the weekends, and even though we went pretty late in the afternoon (close to close) the service was fantastic! I got my usually nutella crepes and they were of course delicious. My friends opted for the tater tot bowl, breakfast burrito (don't remember the specific one, but it's pictured below), and classic eggs benedict and everyone loved what they got. Everything is so flavorful and well made. Also very random, but they have mouth watering frappes, I don't know what it is, but everyone got one and loved. This is my go to spot to take friends and family visiting from out of town - the service, decorations, food, everything is great! Will be back!

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    Ask the Community - Rochester Brunch House

    Is this the place that has bottomless mimosas?

    I don't believe so. They do, however, have several yummy flavor options!

    Do they take reservations?

    They do call aheads but they only put your name down, they're super busy on weekends so I'd go early.

    Are there any vegan options here?

    Yes, oatmeal with bananas-blueberries-granola- honey. Granola with yogurt or fruits. Great salads… 

    Is it hard to get in on Saturday morning around 9am?

    Yes and there isn’t anywhere inside to wait. We usually drive by and if they are smashed against the door we go somewhere else. It’s delicious and worth the wait but there isn’t anywhere to wait.

    Anyone have any idea of the nutrition content of the menu items?

    I believe that they are not posted on the menu.

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    Classic hometown/cozy cafe that always has friendly staff and quick but tasty food. Definitely a…read morelocal place vibe. The place is very small but that is what makes it so special. Awkward foyer so it is hard to find a spot to sit or stand and wait for your table. A little awkward staring at the people eating at the tables while you wait for a table for yourself. We usually retreat to the back of the restaurant there is a little hallway before the restroom that has a line of chairs in order to get out of the way from the front door. The decor could use a little makeover but at the same time it does give a warm grandma's kitchen vibe. Single stall bathroom in back is ok - feels a little grimey though. Menu has both breakfast and lunch. Be sure to get the fresh squeezed orange juice - it is a pricey treat but so worth it. They also have specials that are written above the kitchen so be sure to check those out. Staff are great and working hard hustling back and forth between tables and the kitchen. Never feel neglected or that they are too busy to check in. Food is awesome! Had a little but of everything but the quiche was my favorite. Portion sizes are great (other than the fresh squeezed OJ).

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    Visited for dinner on a Saturday night - we did not have a reservation and it was busy! About a 45…read moreminute wait for a table but we were luckily able to grab seats up at the bar. Unfortunately, service was not very good at the bar - incredibly slow. For drinks, I tried their espresso martini, which was way too watered down. The food, however, made up for everything else. They had a really good menu with interesting options, so we were pretty torn what to get but I ended up ordering a cup of their chicken curry soup and the pork chop. The pork chop itself was incredible, and the beets were a unique spin. My friend got the short rib and said it was amazing. We both really enjoyed the soup as well. Ambiance was lively, but we were disappointed it wasn't really decorated for the holidays - just really plain inside. Since the location is right on main street, parking is limited. All this said, I would return just for the food.

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