America’s top brunches

Ah, brunch!

The very name conjures visions of a leisurely weekend morning, sleeping late, casually allowing that first meal of the day to slide toward the noontime hour, perhaps with a mimosa or a Bloody Mary for good meaure.

In these budget-conscious times,  brunch may be more of a homemade affair, but one can still think bigger. For those who can afford the indulgence, Forbes Traveler has come up with a list of America’s Best Brunches.

Here’s a look:

– Bayside, Newport Beach, Calif.

– Salty’s, Seattle, Wash.

– Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills, Calif.

– Bistro Francais, Washington, D.C.

– Lake Park Bistro, Milwaukee, Wisc.

– Fire Food & Drink, Cleveland, Ohio

– Brennan’s Restaurant, New Orleans, La.

– Norma’s at Le Parker Meridien Hotel, New York, N.Y.

– Balthazar, New York, N.Y.

– High Cotton, Charleston, S.C.

Read all about these, and see a slideshow, at Forbes Traveler.

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