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Best Sunday Brunch Spots in Lake Charles: A Local Guide

Adapted from Austin Price's April 2014 THRIVE Magazine article

Best Sunday Brunch Spots in Lake Charles: A Local Guide

Luna Bar & Grill's Omelet Mamou by Michelle Higginbotham

In 1895, English writer Guy Beringer popularized the term "brunch" in Hunter's Weekly, advocating for it as a weekend staple. Beyond the food—envisioning "everything good, plenty of it, and a variety of selection"—Beringer emphasized its social magic: a sociable meal to foster good tempers, sweep away weekly worries, and connect people post-church. The playful word "brunch" perfectly captures this light, inviting vibe.

Today, Sunday brunch remains a beloved tradition nationwide. From New Orleans' bustling queues to New York's innovative dishes pairing oysters, scrambled eggs, and steel-cut oatmeal, brunch suits every mood—recovery from a late night or extending church fellowship. While Lake Charles may not match those giants, it offers delightful local options. Here are the top spots:

Brunch Options in Lake Charles:

Luna Bar & Grill (11 AM – 2 PM)

Best Sunday Brunch Spots in Lake Charles: A Local Guide

Luna Bar & Grill's Eggs Calcasieu by Michelle Higginbotham

Pujo Street Café (10 AM – 2 PM)

Best Sunday Brunch Spots in Lake Charles: A Local Guide

Pujo Street Cafe's Chicken & Waffles

Le Beaucoup Buffet at L'Auberge Casino Resort (11 AM – 3 PM)

KD’s Diner (all day)

Le Peep Café (all day)

Pitt Grill (all day; Eggs Benedict breakfast exclusively on Saturdays and Sundays)

IHOP (all day)

Waffle House (all day)

Le Café at L'Auberge Casino Resort (all day)

Stellar Beans Coffee House and Edibles (all day)

O'Charley's (10 AM - 3 PM)

The Buffet at Isle of Capri (7 AM - 3:30 PM; Bloody Mary Brunch Bar)

Best Sunday Brunch Spots in Lake Charles: A Local Guide

Isle of Capri's Bloody Mary Brunch Bar

Otis & Henry's at Isle of Capri (11 AM - 3 PM Saturdays and Sundays; Blues Brunch)

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