34 Father’s Day Brunch Recipes Better Than a Restaurant Reservation From sweet breakfast bakes to stunning egg dishes, honor the father figure in your life with an amazing brunch spread. By Jodie Kautzmann Jodie Kautzmann Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than 15 years of experience in content creation, recipe development, and pastry production. She's obsessed with the fine details and ingredients that take dishes from tasty to outright otherworldly. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines and Emily Ziemski Emily Ziemski Emily Ziemski is a recipe developer, editor, and food writer with a focus on sustainability and wellness. Previously a senior food editor at Well+Good and food editor at Food52, she's best known for the creation of the Dirty Martini Salad Dressing (for which she apologizes). Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Published on June 14, 2026 Add Us On SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Credit: Food & Wine / Photo by Robby Lozano / Food Styling by Tricia Manzanero / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle There's no shortage of delicious ways to start Father's Day. Put together an unforgettable brunch with classic dishes and seasonal specialties, such as biscuits with homemade sausage gravy and cinnamon streusel-topped coffee cake, as well as creative options like breakfast pizzas and tacos. Whatever you choose to make, there'll be no mistaking your appreciation for the dad in your life this Father's Day. Keep all of your recipes at your fingertips. With the MyRecipes app you can easily save and organize your favorites from anywhere, including Instagram and TikTok, in one convenient place. Get the free app. 01 of 34 Chorizo Breakfast Tacos Morgan Hunt Glaze / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle / Food Styling by Nicole Hopper With a crisp, golden skirt made from pepper Jack, cilantro, and sliced jalapeño, these tacos are stuffed with a chorizo scramble for a festive breakfast dish that's sure to be a hit. Get the Recipe Save 02 of 34 Lobster Eggs Benedict Kelsey Hansen / Food Styling by Annie Probst / Prop Styling by Breanna Ghazali Make breakfast extra-special by adding fresh lobster to Dad's eggs Benedict. We like to use toast here instead of English muffins: There's more room to accommodate the lobster in a single layer. Get the Recipe Save 03 of 34 Caramelized Cream Pancakes Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling by Priscilla Montiel Chef Craig Wilmer toasts heavy cream to impart these pancakes with an intense and complex nutty flavor. "The medium of a pancake itself, because it's flour and milk, is a neutral canvas that allows the concentrated flavors of the 'super brown butter' to open up," says Wilmer. Get the Recipe Save 04 of 34 Feta and Spinach Potato Crust Quiche Food & Wine / Photo by Morgan Hunt Glaze / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle Inspired by spanakopita, this smashed potato crust quiche is filled with eggs, spinach, and tangy feta cheese. Get the Recipe Save 05 of 34 Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Lemon Curd and Berries Food & Wine / Photo by Robby Lozano / Food Styling by Tricia Manzanero / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle This over-the-top breakfast bread pudding recipe stuffs croissants with lemon curd and cream cheese, then bakes them in a cardamom-infused custard. To finish, the casserole is dusted with powdered sugar and served with juicy macerated berries. Get the Recipe Save 06 of 34 Oaxacan Coffee Victor Protasio Fresh brewed coffee gets spiked with mezcal, sweetened with a touch of piloncillo syrup, and crowned with whipped cream for a caffeinated sipper that fits right in at brunch. Get the Recipe Save 07 of 34 Eggplant Shakshuka Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling by Julia Bayless Tender eggplant soaks up a spicy harissa-based tomato sauce in this brunch classic, topped with soft-cooked eggs and salty feta cheese — perfect for a family-style brunch. Get the Recipe Save 08 of 34 Double-Baked Three-Cheese Soufflés Food & Wine / Photo by Carson Downing / Food Styling by Annie Probst / Props Styling by Breanna Ghazali Serve up a platter of rich, cheesy soufflés without the stress — these are designed to fall after their first stint in the oven. Once cool, they're drizzled with cream, sprinkled with more cheese, and baked again until puffed and golden. Get the Recipe Save 09 of 34 Crispy Rice Omelet Food & Wine / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle Upgrade a classic Denver omelet by including fresh sweet corn and giving it a satisfying crispy rice crust. Serve it with hot sauce and a shower of green onions. Get the Recipe Save 10 of 34 Jam Doughnut Muffins Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Julia Bayless Filled with blueberry jam and rolled in melted butter and orange-scented sugar, these fruit-forward muffins will be a fast favorite. Get the Recipe Save 11 of 34 Hash Brown Casserole Robby Lozano / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Studded with onion and red bell pepper and enriched with sour cream and cheddar, this chive-topped hash brown casserole is a low-lift dish that's as delicious as it is easy. Get the Recipe Save 12 of 34 English Muffin Bread Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Capture the craggy texture of English muffins in an easy-to-shape loaf that's perfect for absorbing butter — or even a fried egg. Get the Recipe Save 13 of 34 Crème Brûlée Baked Oatmeal Food & Wine / Photo by Morgan Hunt Glaze / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle Rolled oats are blended with custard, then topped with sugar and torched to create the classic dessert’s trademark shell. Breaking through the top when it's time to eat is half the fun. Get the Recipe Save 14 of 34 Potato, Bacon, and Cheddar Tart Julia Hartbeck This impressive tart is loaded with a full pound of aged white cheddar and 2 pounds of bacon — be sure it's thinly sliced to achieve a uniformly crisp crust. Get the Recipe Save 15 of 34 Crêpe Monsieur Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Milwaukee chef Joe Muench’s playful crêpe-based riff on a Croque Monsieur sandwich features a filling of nutty, rich Alpine-style cheese dotted with savory pieces of ham. A drizzle of zippy Dijonnaise sauce and chopped dill pickles provide a balancing, tangy bite. Get the Recipe Save 16 of 34 Huevos Rabo de Mestiza Christopher Testani / Food Styling by Victoria Granof / Prop Styling by Thom Driver This hearty brunch recipe packs a punch, poaching eggs directly in a sauce of charred poblanos, canned tomatoes, and sautéed onions. Best of all, it comes together in under an hour. Get the Recipe Save 17 of 34 Smoky Breakfast Pizzas Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Christine Keely Make your own pizza dough or use store-bought for these easy breakfast pizzas layered with smoked mozzarella, pecorino, and wild mushrooms, plus a sunny-side-up egg and drizzle of fresh basil-infused oil. Get the Recipe Save 18 of 34 Turkish Eggs Food & Wine / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Lydia Purcell Savory, garlic-laden yogurt is the perfect vessel for poached eggs in this Turkish breakfast classic from cookbook author and TV presenter Nigella Lawson. Get the Recipe Save 19 of 34 Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Julia Bayless With two generous layers of cinnamon streusel, you can't go wrong with this beloved breakfast bake. Add half a cup of chopped pecans, walnuts, or hazelnuts to the mix for extra nutty crunch. Get the Recipe Save 20 of 34 Espresso Spritz Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen Inspired by the Espresso Martini, this low-alcohol cocktail from New York City bartenders Michael McIlroy and Sam Ross is made with brewed espresso, coffee amaro, pineapple juice, vanilla syrup, and Prosecco. Get the Recipe Save 21 of 34 Broccoli Cheddar Potato Crust Quiche Food & Wine / Photo by Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Skip fussing with pie crust and instead opt for potatoes — giving this quiche a diner-breakfast feel. Get the Recipe Save 22 of 34 Savory Oatmeal with Tomatoes, Parmesan, and Eggs Food & Wine / Photo by Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle Put a new spin on oatmeal with this savory tomato-basil riff topped with plenty of Parmesan cheese. Get the Recipe Save 23 of 34 Cinnamon Roll Focaccia Food & Wine / Photo by Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Phoebe Weeks Part bread, part bun, all delicious: this focaccia gets the breakfast treatment with a generous cream cheese glaze. Get the Recipe Save 24 of 34 Homemade Pancakes Kelsey Hansen / Food Styling by Annie Probst / Prop Styling by Breanna Ghazali You can't go wrong with a classic, straightforward pancake to celebrate Dad, like this recipe from former F&W editor Chandra Ram. Get the Recipe Save 25 of 34 Cambodian Sa-om Omelet Morgan Hunt Glaze / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Julia Bayless Switch up your typical omelet with the addition of feathery Cambodian herb sa-om, or climbing wattle, in this thinner-style omelet. Serve alongside rice or hash browns for a full brunch spread. Get the Recipe Save 26 of 34 Homemade Breakfast Sausage Patties Food & Wine / Photo by Brie Goldman / Food Styling by Lauren McAnelly / Prop Styling by Natalie Ghazali Ginger- and garlic-studded sausage patties are perfect for a brunch spread. Add to an omelet, serve alongside a savory or sweet bake, or tuck into a fluffy biscuit. Get the Recipe Save 27 of 34 Hash Brown Crust Quiche with Smoked Salmon Food & Wine / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle Can't decide between quiche, bagels and lox, or hash browns? Don't choose, and make this towering quiche loaded with brunch favorites like smoked salmon, capers, and red onions. Get the Recipe Save 28 of 34 Eggs Kejriwal Matt Taylor-Gross / Food Styling by Barrett Washburne As an homage to a member of the Willingdon Sports Club in Mumbai in the 1960s who often requested egg and cheese toast, this simple brunch dish is easy to whip up for both a small or large number of guests. Get the Recipe Save 29 of 34 Buttermilk Biscuits and Pat LaFrieda’s Sausage Gravy William Hereford Homemade pork sausage and fresh herbs take classic biscuits and gravy take this dish to the next level for Dad. Dry white wine helps cut through the richness in the gravy, bringing a balanced acidity to this hearty dish. Get the Recipe Save 30 of 34 Polenta Dutch Baby with Ham and Swiss Gregory DuPree Essentially an oversized popover bolstered with cornmeal and adorned with ham and Gruyère, this centerpiece-worthy brunch dish is served with an arugula-grape salad dressed in mustard vinaigrette to cut through the richness. Get the Recipe Save 31 of 34 Sesame Bagel Breakfast Casserole Christina Holmes No running out in a panic for fresh bagels: This recipe utilizes day-old bagels that are assembled and soaked in egg custard overnight to make sure every nook and cranny absorbs the tasty mix. Get the Recipe Save 32 of 34 Monkey Bread with Honey-Bourbon Sauce Christopher Testani Pull-apart bread is great for a crowd, as everyone can serve themselves with the portions that suit them. This bourbon-spiced monkey bread with brown butter is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Get the Recipe Save 33 of 34 Steak and Eggs Greg DuPree 2018 F&W Best New Chef Kevin Tien's deeply flavorful steak and eggs dish makes for a hearty Father's Day brunch. Crunchy nước chấm–dressed greens sit atop a medley of fried quail eggs (chicken eggs work, too) and gochugaru-spiced steak drizzled with soy sauce. Get the Recipe Save 34 of 34 Sausage-and-Maple Bread Pudding Justin Walker Savory and sweet play foil to each other in this pudding-like breakfast sausage casserole, which gets its custardy base from melted ice cream. Get the Recipe Save Explore more: Food Holidays & Occasions Father's Day Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit